Fitness Confidential

Vinnie and Anna talk to "The Man" Joe Friel. Follow him here on Twitter. Check out his blog here. Buy The Triathlete's Training Bible and Triathlon Science!

Vinnie and Anna talk to Dr. Phil Maffetone about music, meal madness, and the Maffetone method. Listen to Twice In One Lifetime from the album We All Need by Phil Maffetone! Follow Phil on Twitter here. Buy The Big Book of Health and Fitness and The Maffetone Method: The Holistic, Low-Stress, No-Pain Way to Exceptional Fitness.

Vinnie and Anna discuss Buttercelli Bakeshop's NSNG options, the importance (or not) of Basal Metabolic Rate, and talk to Kendra Barthel about counting calories on NSNG. Check out Vinnie on The Marathon Training Academy Podcast.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Lindsay Thompson about gestational diabetes and overweight newborns, Simba Ugarte, and discuss this apology letter from a former weight-loss clinic worker. The Beautiful Lindsay Thompson: Craig Ferguson on Advertising: Simba Ugarte's Longest Human Chain Across A Body Of Water at Lucky's Lake Swim (photo evidence!):

Vinnie and Anna talk to Superfan Tom Barbieri about Z2, Z3, Z4, and...wait for it...Z5 training as well as a weightlifting plan for runners. Deb and Tom Barbieri looking GREAT!!! Who wears short shorts? Tom wears short shorts.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Dietitian Cassie, who is smart and gorgeous and adorbs all rolled in to one: Check out her site here. Anna, Andrea Anders and Minnie Driver with wedding fever.

Vinnie and Anna discuss the Bayou La Fourche kayaking update, Joe Friel's move to NSNG, and talk to Stephen Baldridge, host of the Plant, Run, Family Podcast and Super Stevo's Training blog. Buy some kayaks from Xstreamline!

Vinnie and Anna, in the studio with Serena, discuss how to fuel for training, zone 2 details, and this article from Runner's World, "25 Great Snacks for Runners."

Serena Scott Thomas joins Vinnie and Anna in the studio to talk about how she fueled for a 14 hour hike of Mt. Whitney. Also discussed, this article of a PepsiCo lawsuit (thank you to Jessica Gottlieb).

Vinnie and Anna talk to Dean Lorey about amazon imposters, to Jimmy Moore about his new books Cholesterol Clarity (info in show notes), and Andrea Anders stops by to ask more NSNG questions. Pre Order Cholesterol Clarity: What The HDL Is Wrong With My Numbers? by Jimmy Moore!! And then go check out his amazing podcast at Livin La Vida Low Carb. Check out Dean Lorey's new website and blog here.

Vinnie and Anna discuss how to recover from injuries and talk to fantastic podcast host Jonathan Bailor of The Smarter Science of Slim. The Calorie Myth: How to Eat More and Exercise Less with the Smarter Science of Slim goes on sale in December. Vinnie will be a guest on The Smarter Science of Slim on August 11th.

Vinnie and Anna discuss adjusting athletically to NSNG, trickling sugar, how to ready your bike for triathlons, and talk to the lovely Mandy Ferrar about her Ironman race last weekend.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Arshad from Amrita Bars about Autism and to Simba Ugarte about his new blog, Blacks Do Tri, which you all should read. Z2 training is also discussed, along with the Lydiard Foundation.

Anna interviews Vinnie to find out why exactly he's America's Angriest Trainer and the types of nutritional brainwashing we are deprogramming. Dean Lorey and Jon Smith pop in for updates.

Vinnie and Anna have Serena Scott Thomas in the studio to follow up on the Serena Project. Dr. X pops in to discuss the AMA classifying Obesity as a disease as well as the latest "What's In The Butt" update.

Vinnie and Anna discuss NSNG meal choices and tweaks and talk to Max Fennell, who is aspiring to become the first African American Pro Triathlete.

Vinnie and Anna discuss Bob Harper's diet advice from his new book and talk to fantastic trainer Debbie Smith, host of "The Fit, Fat, Fast Podcast."

Reality Check frequent guest Stern Friedman visits Vinnie and Anna in the studio. Stern is an active participant at the site The Fogbow: Birthers Debunked, where the site members are intrigued by Fitness Confidential and want to give NSNG a try, but have lots of questions for Vinnie.

Vinnie and Anna discuss how Vinnie fuels up for long runs, type 1.5 Diabetes, and the perils of Match.com. Check out the Illustrated History of Heart Disease from Don Coddington.

Vinnie and Anna are joined yet again by Brett Blankner and Morgan Christian to discuss being fat adapted, endurance sports, and going in and out of Vegan. Brett's Podcast, "Zen and The Art of Triathlon."

Vinnie and Anna talk open water ultra swimming with Brett Blankner and Morgan Christian. Check out Brett's podcast Zen and The Art of Triathlon! Vinnie and Anna talk to Brett Blankner from Zen and The Art of Triathlon. Brett Blankner's lovely wife Emily. Sarah Quesen's Blog: Low Carb Shark.

Vinnie and Anna talk to comedian and actor Peter Allen Vogt, who is amazing and wonderful and getting into NSNG. Follow Peter on Twitter here.

Andrea Anders joins Vinnie and Anna in the studio to talk about NSNG, staying the course, high cholesterol, and how to become an Ultra Athlete. Andrea Anders before and after pics: Buy: An Intimate Life: Sex, Love, and My Journey as a Surrogate Partner

Photo from Superfan Tom Barbieri Vinnie and Anna discuss The 5:2 Diet, a NSNG primer, and chat with Superfan Tara Newman about HR and wellness programs in Corporate America. Dean Lorey pops in at the end to talk more FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL.

Vinnie and Anna discuss parental validation, Jack LaLanne, the scientific benefits of ketogenic diets, and hiking. Get your copy of FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL!

Vinnie and Anna talk to Dean Lorey about the ins and outs of "Fitness Confidential," which is now available for sale (click above to purchase, loyal fans)!

Vinnie and Anna discuss training through fatigue, drinking water to lose weight, eating too much protein, and frozen hot chocolate.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Andrew Weaver, Reverend, triathlete, and author of fantastic blog Doughboy To Ironman. Sponsor Maryland's Swim For Life here!

Vinnie and Anna discuss eating 5800 calories a day, vanity sizing, the book launch, the evils of Starbucks and Best Buy, loose skin, and this article where people are stepping forward to defend Racist Paula Deen.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Lonnie Beauchamp and his journey through type 2 diabetes. Also discussed: the difference between a nutritionist and a dietician, why we need to eat at all if we're fat adapted, and how a quick walk or run around the block lowers blood sugar.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Al Tarquinio about thyroid cancer, giving up the carbs, defining moments, and the movie Fatso.

Vinnie and Anna discuss the tragedy at CF Industries in Donaldsonville, how often we should exercise, and what are the best plant fats to eat.

Vinnie and Anna discuss more of Monsanto's BS business practices, how to supplement your salt/electrolyte intake, more risks of obesity surgery, and some weightlifting Q & A. RIP Harvey Korman, Deacon Jones, and Jean Stapleton. Colbert Report Monsanto Vid Here. Monsanto Concedes to Europe. Monsanto poisons Anniston, Alabama. Bacteria article. All In The Family Theme Song: Harvey Korman Tim Conway Dentist Sketch from the Carol Burnett Show:

Vinnie and Anna talk about how belief systems can help or hinder our diet and exercise routines, Serena Scott Thomas, Low-Fat or No-Fat dairy products, and how much nice workout gear matters.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Jimmy Moore about his interview with Dr. McDougall. Check out Jimmy's fantastic podcast, Livin La Vida Low Carb. Fat Slow Triathlete blog by Superfan John Harris. Superfan Krystal Wright does her own Prancercise video: Prancerise (Enhanced) from kwright18 on Vimeo.

Vinnie and Anna discuss the glory that is Prancercise, how to spot bad trainers at the gym, and the new study released that proves Splenda raises your blood sugar.

Vinnie and Anna discuss Multi-Level Marketing companies, more lies from the Sugar Industry (article here), and the Alabama State University Honeybees.

Vinnie and Anna discuss how to hydrate and replenish electrolytes for your summer workouts; Mark Bittman's fantastic article in the New York Times, "It's The Sugar, Folks;" and people who think they're eating low carb, but they're not. Buy How to Cook Everything (Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition)

Vinnie and Anna check in with Mike Tate, discuss statins, counting carbs, Susan G. Komen, and running shoes. Donate to Mike Tate's Beyond Blue Fundraising Page!

Vinnie and Anna talk to triathlete Superfan Simba Ugarte about blacks in endurance sports, racketeering, Grape Nehi, and Sister Madonna Buder Simba Ugarte

Vinnie and Anna discuss a lapband follow-up, orthotics and running shoes, pre and post workout fueling, and the number one way to get rid of sugar cravings forever. Buy Fat Chance: Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease here. We are not linking to the Dinah Shore classic as it's now sponsored by Big Food. Burning Man.

Vinnie and Anna talk to fitness teacher and Superfan Adam Chaim about his progress changing vending machine contents in schools. Buy Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us here. "Sip of Soda" Via Adam Chaim Mercola article "When Great Superstars Endorse Bad Lifestyle Choices."

Vinnie and Anna discuss the BRCA1 gene mutation test, Angelina Jolie, and Weight Training during Triathlon Training, plus they talk to Superfan and oncologist Dr. Jennifer Cultrera about the correlations of sugar and cancer. Bea Arthur naked. You're welcome.

Vinnie and Anna talk to Carla Hunt about her recent open heart surgery, and the risks, benefits, and healing qualities of eating No Sugar No Grains. Carla and Family (aren't they GORGEOUS people????)

Vinnie and Anna have Andrea Anders back again to talk McDonald's marketing techniques with Jessica Gottlieb, Coca-Cola's anti-obesity campaign, and running shoe drops. 70 Pound Dachsund

Vinnie and Anna are joined by Andrea Anders to discuss Napoleon Hill, the dangers of vegetable juice, how to eat No Sugar No Grains as a vegan, Chris Christie, and Nigella Lawson. How to Be a Domestic Goddess: Baking and the Art of Comfort Cooking Think and Grow Rich

Vinnie and Anna discuss the Ironman resting rafts, what should be our optimal weight, and running injuries. Support Superfan Mike Tate raising money for Beyond Blue!!! (More info about Beyond Blue here and the North Face 100 here) Traffic performing "Low Spark on High Heeled Boys":

Vinnie, Anna & Serena talk to Chris Rawlins about the dangers of Martial Arts "Lite." Al Roker's Physio Cleanse and pants pooping discussed. Chris Rawlins facebook page here.

Topsy and Izzy. Vinnie and Anna welcome special guest Serena Scott Thomas into the studio to discuss running, snacking, and Dr. Timothy Noakes' changing opinions on fueling for endurance. Superfan Tom Barbieri is interviewed about kids snacks for sporting events. Listen to Runner Academy Podcast with Timothy Noakes here. Kmart "Ship Your Pants!"

Vinnie and Anna discuss CureCervicalCancer.org, doctors taking a cut from pharmaceutical companies, and interview Superfan Justin Ferrell, who has set a great example for how to get your kids to go sugar and grain free. Buy Wheat Belly here: Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health