Podcast Episodes
Back to Search#52: Beginner weight gain is normal: what could be happening, and why to stay the course
Have you noticed some initial weight gain when you first start a program? Shannon discusses that beginner weight gain is commonly swelling, not necessarily fat gain, and probably not something to wor…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
#51: When to mix it up vs. keep it the same
Should you always keep your body guessing? The answer is yes and no - it depends on your goal. There is a time and place for mixing it up, and there's also a time and place for keeping it the same. L…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
#50: Misleading verbiage: can you actually lengthen or change the shape of your muscles?
Today we are breaking down some common misleading fitness verbiage. Can you actually change the shape of your muscles or create longer muscles? Shannon breaks down what's actually happening in your b…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
#49: Hierarchy of priorities for optimal fitness
Improving fitness can be overwhelming. With an abundance of information, where do you start? Your body operates as a system, and one process cannot be separated from another. If optimal fitness is yo…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
#48: How to have a stronger body and less back pain
Back pain is complex, and you want your workouts to be making your body stronger, not contributing to your back pain.
Shannon breaks down common reasons for inflammation, and how to implement changes…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
#47: The "secret" behind stronger arms and happier joints
There really isn't any secret - it's just that we match human anatomy with physics to create strong muscles with less joint wear and tear. In this episode, we talk all about mechanics of the deltoids…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
#46: How these 30 second vision drills can improve your results
Better software makes for better functioning hardware.
In this episode, we're discussing how to improve your body's software (inputs via your visual system) to improve the hardware (your muscular sys…
Published on 3 years, 11 months ago
#45: How to exercise based on your hormonal fluctuations
Today we are adding another layer of understanding of our bodies: female hormones.
Our guest, Krista Chernoff, is a nurse practitioner who discusses what hormones are, how they cycle as females, how …
Published on 3 years, 11 months ago
#44: A tool for better glute max recruitment
The more connected you are to your muscles, the more effective your strength training workouts will be.
You can use external resistance like weights and gravity to stress muscles, but you can also us…
Published on 3 years, 11 months ago
#43: Breaking down the brain-body connection with Dr. Natasha Mehta, MD
Dr. Natasha is a medical doctor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She discusses the anatomy of the nervous system and how injury to the brain or body can affect your fitness routine.
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Published on 3 years, 11 months ago