Best Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman Podcasts (2025)

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53 | Q&A: Is Your Metabolism Really Broken? What Science Actually Says 22:53

6d ago22:53

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In today’s Q&A episode "Is Your Metabolism Really Broken? What Science Actually Says", we dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in health and fitness: metabolism. From what metabolism actually is, to how much control you really have, we’re here to squash the confusion and offer straightforward, science-backed insights. Whether you think yo…

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52 | Lowering the Environmental Impact of Your Diet (Without Going Vegan) 48:20

20d ago48:20

48:20

Is your diet helping or hurting the planet? In this episode “Lowering the Environmental Impact of Your Diet (Without Going Vegan)” of How to Fitness Podcast, Kate takes the hot seat to explore the environmental footprint of what’s on our plate. From beef vs. bananas to oat milk vs. dairy, we break down the myths, the nuance, and the science behind …

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51 | Toxic Masculinity: The Dark Side of Fitness Culture 43:48

1M ago43:48

43:48

Is the fitness industry helping men get healthier or just teaching them to suffer in silence? In this episode “Toxic Masculinity: The Dark Side of Fitness Culture” of The How to Fitness Podcast, Kate Lyman and Michael Ulloa confront the damaging influence of toxic masculinity in the fitness industry. They explore how modern fitness culture has beco…

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50 | Everything We’ve Learned About Creatine (So You Don’t Have To) 43:59

2M ago43:59

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In this episode “ Everything We’ve Learned About Creatine (So You Don’t Have To)” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a research-backed deep dive into creatine. One of the most talked about and misunderstood supplements in the fitness world. We’re unpacking everything you think you know: Does creatine actually help with muscle growth? Are there …

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49 | Q&A: Beginner Fitness & Nutrition Questions Answered 19:11

2M ago19:11

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In this Q&A episode of How to Fitness Podcast, we tackle the most common struggles beginner clients face from staying consistent at the gym to eating healthy without tracking every bite. Whether you’re trying to balance social events with your goals or wondering if you really have to weigh yourself, this episode breaks down the mindset shifts and s…

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48 | How to Fix Your Feed and Feel Better About Your Body with Natasha Devon 44:11

3M ago44:11

44:11

Body image isn’t about loving your body — it’s about respecting it. In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re joined by mental health advocate, writer, and broadcaster Natasha Devon, MBE to explore what healthy body image really means and how social media, culture, and our personal habits shape the way we see ourselves. We talk about how…

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47 | The Truth About Stretching: What The Science Says 32:59

3M ago32:59

32:59

We’ve all been told that stretching is a must, but is it really? In this episode of How to Fitness Podcast, we are breaking down the real science behind stretching and whether skipping it is something you should actually feel guilty about. We dive into the different types of stretching, including static, dynamic, ballistic, and PNF, and reveal what…

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46 | How Food Marketing Controls Your Eating Habits 46:24

3M ago46:24

46:24

How much of our food choices are truly ours, and how much is shaped by powerful marketing strategies? In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive deep into how food marketing influences our eating habits, from grocery store purchases to social media trends. We uncover the subtle but powerful ways companies use colors, buzzwords, and adve…

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45 | Intermittent Fasting Explained: The Benefits & Risks (2025) 40:32

4M ago40:32

40:32

Is intermittent fasting the ultimate health hack or just another overhyped trend? In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a deep dive into intermittent fasting—breaking down its history, different fasting methods, and the science behind the claimed benefits. Does it truly improve weight loss, mental clarity, and longevity, or are the…

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44 | Q&A: Fitness, Parenthood & Business (2025) 24:15

4M ago24:15

24:15

How much do you really know about the hosts of How to Fitness Podcast? In this episode 44, "Q&A: Fitness, Parenthood & Business (2025)," we take a step back from our usual discussions on health and fitness to answer some of your most asked questions. From our personal milestones to the biggest lessons we’ve learned in business and life, this episod…

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43 | The Problematic Origins of BMI: Why This Health Metric Is Failing Us 31:00

5M ago31:00

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Is BMI really an accurate measure of health, or is it an outdated tool rooted in inequality that is causing more harm than good? In this episode 43 “The Problematic Origins of BMI: Why This Health Metric Is Failing Us” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a deep dive into the origins of the Body Mass Index (BMI), uncovering its surprising (and up…

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42 | GLP-1 Medications Explained: What You Need to Know in 2025 46:13

5M ago46:13

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Are GLP-1 weight loss drugs the solution we've been waiting for—or just another manifestation of diet culture in disguise? In this episode 42, "GLP-1 Medications Explained: What You Need to Know in 2025," of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive into the hype, hope, and hard truths surrounding medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Join us as we break …

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41 | The Detox Myth: Exploring the Truth Behind Toxins and Wellness Trends 38:56

6M ago38:56

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Are you tired of detox fads that promise the world but deliver disappointment? In this episode 41 " The Detox Myth: Exploring the truth behind toxins and wellness trends " of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive deep into the murky waters of detox diets, cleanses, and the buzzwords that often mislead us. Tune in to learn how to spot misinformation a…

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40 | The Sketchy Side of the Supplement Industry 54:25

9M ago54:25

54:25

In this episode of the How To Fitness podcast, Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman take a deep dive into the largely under-regulated supplement industry. We draw attention to the history, legislation, and current state of dietary supplements in the U.S. and explore the critical role of influencer marketing, and the various risks and health implications as…

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39 | 5 Fitness Tips for New Parents (Or Anyone Short on Time) 26:15

10M ago26:15

26:15

We are often asked questions about navigating fitness, health, and overall wellness as a new parent who is sleep deprived and short on time. Today we’re talking through five tips we rely on as new(ish) parents. These tips are applicable for anyone short on time! 3:00 Kate and Michael talk through the difference in their workouts before and after ch…

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38 | The Ultimate Guide to Hydration: Are You Doing It Wrong? 40:46

10M ago40:46

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In this episode of the 'How to Fitness Podcast,' hosts Kate Lyman and Michael Ulloa discuss the importance of hydration and its impact on overall health and exercise performance. They share personal weekend experiences, then dive into in-depth guidelines for daily water intake, the benefits of proper hydration, the risks of dehydration, and how to …

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37 | Q&A: Everything You Need to Know about Cortisol 27:03

11M ago27:03

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In this episode of the How To Fitness podcast, hosts Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman delve into the controversial topic of cortisol. They discuss the internet's obsession with cortisol and its impact on health, rooted in sensationalized online content. They tackle questions about what cortisol is, its functions, and whether certain conditions like adr…

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36 | The Raw Truth: Does Milk Cause Inflammation? 49:31

11M ago49:31

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It’s 2024 so of course milk is a controversial topic! In this deep dive we discuss the recent trends in social media concerning milk's nutritional value and potential health risks, such as inflammation and cancer. The episode also explores the environmental impact of dairy versus plant-based milks, and addresses the rise in questionable practices l…

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35 | Navigating The Cult of Wellness 47:52

12M ago47:52

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In this episode of the 'How To Fitness' podcast, hosts Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman explore the idea of cult-like tendencies within the wellness industry, covering fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness. They analyze the psychological reasons why people might become deeply involved in fitness programs and strict diets, likening them to modern-day…

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34 | Q&A: Optimizing Hormones, Supplement Safety, and Set Point Weight Theory 16:42

12M ago16:42

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Is your body really “stuck” at a certain weight or are you just underfed, over-restricting, and overwhelmed by fitness myths? In this Q&A episode "Optimizing Hormones, Supplement Safety, and Set Point Weight Theory" of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re digging into some of the most misunderstood concepts in health and fitness from hormones to hunge…

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33 | Misconceptions of a Non-Diet Approach With The Nutrition Tea, Shana Spence 36:51

1y ago36:51

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In this episode of the How to: Fitness podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Shana Minei Spence, who you may know as The Nutrition Tea on social media. Shana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Brooklyn, New York. She currently works in public health for the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, doing community nutrition les…

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32 | Should I Trust My Smartwatch? 42:32

1y ago42:32

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In this episode of the How To Fitness Podcast, we delve into smartwatch reliability and usage, with a special focus on whether these popular devices can be trusted for fitness tracking. We cover smartwatch features like step counts, sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring, and calorie burn estimations, dispelling myths and setting realistic expectati…

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31 | The Physiology & Psychology of Emotional Eating: You’re Not Broken, You’re Human 58:21

1y ago58:21

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Emotional eating isn’t about weakness, it’s about wiring. In this episode “The Physiology & Psychology of Emotional Eating” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re unpacking why stress makes some people overeat, while others lose their appetite completely, and why neither response means something is “wrong” with you. We explore what’s really going on …

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30 | Q&A from Spain with Michael and Kate 33:56

1y ago33:56

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In this episode of 'How to Fitness Podcast,' Michael and I share a rare in-person discussion from Valencia, Spain. We delve into our current travels, touch on Michael’s missed Ironman event, and discuss the significance of adjusting fitness goals and business strategies based on personal life changes. The episode transitions into a Q&A, tackling qu…

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29 | Do We Really Need to Exercise? 46:33

1y ago46:33

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In today’s episode we explore the question of ‘do we need to exercise?’. We take a deep dive into the extent to which we can control our own health outcomes. Does exercise really benefit health? What is the minimal effective dose? Can we hack our genetics to improve our health markers? Also within this episode we take a look at the 10,000 step goal…

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28 | The Transformation of Food Labels: Helpful to Harmful? 53:33

1y ago53:33

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In this deep dive episode “Are Nutrition and Food Labels Helpful or Harmful?“ of the How to Fitness Podcast, we explore whether nutrition labels actually help us make better choices or just leave us more confused. From the surprising (and sometimes sketchy) history of food labeling, to the science behind how these labels shape behavior, we break do…

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27 | Fact Checking 5 Fear Mongered Foods 31:59

1+ y ago31:59

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In this episode of the 'How to Fitness Podcast', we bust common myths about food and products. We tackle misinformation about aspartame, oatmeal, Himalayan sea salt, seed oils, and sunscreen (not a food, we know!). From debunking aspartame's carcinogenic risks to clarifying the benefits of Himalayan sea salt, we advocate for knowledge and critical …

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26 | Does What We Eat Affect Our Mental Health? 45:21

1+ y ago45:21

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Does what we eat really impact our mental health? The answer isn’t as simple as social media might suggest. In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we explore the connection between nutrition and mental well-being. We break down the science behind how food influences brain function, mood, and cognitive performance—covering topics like the gu…

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25 | Family "Fat Talk:" The Dire Impact of Family Body Talk 45:25

1+ y ago45:25

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In this episode of How To: Fitness we are discussing the impact of diet talk and “Fat Talk” received by our families and how that may have shaped our eating behaviors and relationships with foods. We discuss the role parents and siblings play in self-image, body dissatisfaction, and unsupportive dietary habits. We talk about how to foster a better …

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24 | Q&A: Carb Cycling, Burning Calories, and Exercising with Age 14:04

1+ y ago14:04

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Today’s episode is a quick-fire Q&A answering questions from listeners. We discuss carb cycling, whether you should workout when tired, calorie tracking, and more. 0:45 Is carb cycling necessary? 2:07 Is it okay to still do a workout if I am tired? (i.e. didn’t sleep well/enough) 4:07 If I burn off 250 calories exercising, can I eat back 250 calori…

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23 | The Myth of Cycle Syncing & Becoming Our Own Experts on Menstruation with Dr. Alyssa Olenick 58:06

1+ y ago58:06

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In this week's episode, we are joined by Dr. Alyssa Olenick, an expert in exercise physiology. Dr. Alyssa delves into her research on sex differences and metabolic response to exercise and shares her knowledge on menstrual cycle importance and its impact on training and nutrition. Alyssa also addresses misconceptions about 'cycle syncing' and offer…

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22 | Goopified Wellness: When the Pursuit of "Wellness" Creates Barriers to Health 39:26

1+ y ago39:26

39:26

This episode has been a long time coming for us. Today we not only want to talk about problematic wellness brands and the treatments and products they promote, but the barriers they create around wellness and how that negatively impacts our personal pursuit of health. 2:00 We talk through our thoughts on Goop as a wellness brand and how it has made…

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21 | The "Anti-Aging" Craze: When the Secret to Youth Isn't Actually A Secret 59:07

1+ y ago59:07

59:07

Today we’re talking about the overwhelming amount of anti-aging messaging we receive and what actually contributes to our health and longevity. We’re talking about “anti-aging” products and treatments, the lengths we go to to look younger, and the frequency with which we overlook factors that actually contribute to aging healthfully. 3:55 We’re con…

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20 | Why Sleep Isn’t Boring: What We Don’t Know About Sleep 48:48

2y ago48:48

48:48

In this episode of How to: Fitness, we’re talking about sleep - a topic that can seem really boring but is truly a missing key in our overall health and wellness. Today we’re talking about what we do and don’t know about sleep, its impact on every aspect of our health, and how sleep hygiene is often overlooked in the fitness space. 6:36 We spend on…

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19 | Rethinking Our Drinking: The Science & Our Relationship With Alcohol 54:06

2y ago54:06

54:06

Today we're taking a (mostly) objective approach to alcohol consumption - the risks, the benefits, and the drinking culture we are up against, and how it all impacts our nutrition, our fitness, and our overall health. We talk through taking a "risk analysis" approach to how we drink and share a bit of our own experiences as well. 1:30 How can learn…

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18 | Talking Sex Positivity: Navigating Body Ideals, Sex as a Learned Skill, and Improving Our Sexual Health with Dr. Celeste Holbrook 52:25

2y ago52:25

52:25

We believe in taking a holistic approach to our health and fitness, and we know that our sexual health is part of that. We speak with sexologist Dr. Celeste Holbrook on growing up in a conservative community, body ideals, how to open more conversations around sex, and how we can approach sex as a learned skill. 1:38 Dr. Celeste Holbrook is a sex ed…

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17 | The History of Dieting: A Cultural Obsession 53:06

2y ago53:06

53:06

Americans spend over $78 BILLION dollars on weight reduction services and goods annually, and it’s estimated that the average UK adult will spend more than £20000 trying to lose weight and get healthy over a lifetime. That is…a lot. In today’s episode were diving into the history of dieting and the cultural obsession that is the constant invention …

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16 | Q&A: Myth Busting 13:17

2y ago13:17

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Today’s episode is a quick-fire Q&A where we bust some common nutrition and fitness myths. We referenced a few sources throughout the episode and you can find these below in the show notes: 00:32 Does exercising on an empty stomach burn more fat? https://examine.com/deep-dives/the-surprisingly-satiating-effects-of-fasted-cardio/#Pl97aQd-who-and-wha…

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15 | What Is Gut Health? Anxiety, Supplements, and Leaky Gut 52:53

2y ago52:53

52:53

Many products, supplements, and influencers say good gut health is the key to a flat belly, a mood boost and so much more. But how many of these claims are actually rooted in science? Will drinking lemon juice and ginger really make as much of a difference as some creators claim? And why is gut health constantly conflated with the idea of weight lo…

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14 | The Genetics of Body Weight, DNA Testing, and the Future of Health with Dr. Giles Yeo 56:48

2y ago56:48

56:48

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with an incredible guest, respected Cambridge university lecturer Dr. Giles Yeo. Dr. Yeo is a professor of molecular neuroendocrinology whose research focuses on food intake, genetics, and obesity, and our conversation was nothing short of amazing. 1:57 We talk about Giles’ recent “midlife crisis” that manife…

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13 | Q&A: Supplements 18:55

2y ago18:55

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Today’s episode is a quick-fire Q&A on the topic of supplements - an area with a lot of confusion and misinformation. We talk about which supplements may be worth the expense, which supplements can benefit us as we age, and which supplements we personally take. 00:34 - Do BCAAs actually help repair muscle? 02:24 - Should doctors be ordering more bl…

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12 | Is Food Addiction Real? Exploring Hyperpalatable Foods & Their Impact 40:19

2y ago40:19

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Today we’re talking about hyperpalatable foods, what makes food delicious and drives cravings, and what that means to us as consumers and individuals trying to become experts on our own nutrition. Content warning: we do touch on certain aspects of eating disorders and disordered eating patterns in this episode 4:52 Hyperpalatable foods (HPF) are fo…

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11 | From Hope to Harm: The Hazards of Slimming World 34:19

2y ago34:19

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Today we’re delving into the world weight loss clubs, specifically Slimming World and what the program promises vs. what it delivers. We share our experience working with individuals who have previously been part of weight loss clubs and talk through the prevalence of disordered eating habits that tend to follow these restrictive programs. 3:37 Sli…

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10 | Q&A: Strength Training 18:20

2y ago18:20

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Today’s episode is a quick-fire Q&A on the topic of Strength Training. 0:57 What is the best training split? 3:53 Can you build muscle and burn body fat at the same time? 5:45 When is the best time to lift? Is there a best time? 6:58 I’m a cardio junkie and reallyyy hate lifting. Do I really have to? 10:36 I know I need to lift but am so scared of …

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9 | Organic Foods: Debunking Myths and Unveiling Truths 38:12

2y ago38:12

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We're diving into the world of organic food which can be a quite overwhelming topic. People are drawn to the idea of organic food because they believe it offers superior health benefits and is better for the environment. In this episode, we dig deeper into the differences, pros, cons, and myths around organic vs. conventional foods so we can be edu…

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8 | AI in Fitness: Is Artificial Intelligence the End of Personal Training? 39:10

2y ago39:10

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In today’s episode we’re debating the question: is artificial intelligence about to take over our jobs? We’re diving into how AI is revolutionizing and also challenging the fitness industry. 3:51: In today’s modern world, AI has proven effective in automating tasks traditionally performed by humans, and we see increasing usage of AI in technology l…

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7 | Q&A: Performance Nutrition 16:53

2y ago16:53

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Today’s episode is a quick-fire Q&A on the topic of Performance Nutrition. We talk about meal timing, fueling for rest days and active days, hydration, and what really deserves our focus when we’re fueling to perform our best. 1:39: How important is eating immediately after my workout? 4:23: Is it important to keep protein up on a rest day? 5:51: H…

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6 | The Whitewashing of Healthful Eating: The Cultural Void in "Healthy" Foods 40:05

2y ago40:05

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Food is far more than just fuel; it is joy, and identity, and culture. In today's episode we talk about how a sustainable approach to our nutrition includes enjoying of foods we love, especially when those foods have cultural significance. 1:17 Food is more than fuel. When we only break down food into functional components (macros, micros) without …

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5 | Orthorexia: How Our Obsession With Healthy Eating Is Making Us Unhealthy 45:29

2y ago45:29

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Content Warning: In this episode we touch on the subject of eating disorders and disordered eating patterns. Striving for nutritional perfection may seem appealing, but it can have negative consequences. In today’s episode we dive deep in to orthorexia: what it is, how we come to adopt obsessive eating behaviors, and how awareness can help us bring…

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4 | The Ozempic Revolution: Exploring the Soaring Popularity of GLP-1 Drugs 43:31

2y ago43:31

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Today's episode dives into the recent chatter surrounding the off-label use of Semaglutides such as Wegovy and Ozempic as weight loss aids. We discuss the mechanism and function of these medications, the latest evidence on potential risk, and the need to make informed decisions and consider long term sustainability. 3:10 We talk through the history…

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