Get-Fit Guy

Exercising consistently is hard. The only way to succeed is if your desire to get fit is greater than your desire to stay in bed. That is where intrinsic motivation becomes your best tool. Get-Fit Guy explains.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The "Moving Together Outside" campaign increases access to outdoor spaces to help increase physical activity in all communities, especially those most vulnerable to lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Get-Fit Guy interviews the campaign's spokesperson, Dr. Amy Bantham for the details.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exercise scientists have studied and written articles repeatedly on what time of day is the best time to work out and yet we all know people who buck the trend and work out at times that would make those researchers choke. So, are they wasting their time or are we? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that you are essentially rolling out your brain when you foam roll your glutes? Get-Fit Guy interviews Michael Cummings, Director of Education for TriggerPoint therapy, about the benefits of foam rolling.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the entire history of the fitness industry, consumers now have more choices than ever. But how to know which devices or services to spend your hard-earned money on? Get-Fit Guy interviews Colleen Logan of ICON Health & Fitness and professional cyclist George Hincapie to help cut through the hype.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bone health and bone density are two things that most of us don’t think about until much later in life. But bone loss can begin in late 30s and early 40s, so don’t put it off until it is too late. Get-Fit Guy and Dr. Marc Bubbs discuss simple ways to reverse and prevent bone loss.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Working out at home is a great way to stay fit, but buying items like a weight bench can be costly and cumbersome. Get-Fit Guy has 9 exercises for an effective chest workout without a bench (plus for 4 supersets!).Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it possible for kids to learn, grow, move, and use their creativity while listening to podcasts? A new service called Pinna believes it is. Get-Fit Guy interviews Pinna CEO Maggie McGuire to learn more about this innovative new way to get kids moving.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Biomechanist Katy Bowman, a leader in the Movement movement, has written a new book to teach us the critical role of movement to the human body (it's basically a nutrient!). And more importantly, how we can get our kids moving again.Read the transcript.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are shin splints, what causes them, and which exercises can help get rid of them? Get-Fit Guy has the solution to your lower leg pain.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An important aspect of finding the elusive perfect workout is also finding the perfect recovery time between sets. But this endeavor may be more about intuition than science with a hefty dose of "it depends" thrown in.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-setshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fitness Explorer Darryl Edwards has a message that might be music to your ears: It isn't natural for humans to exercise. Instead, he invites us to play. Here are his three tips for making the world your fitness playground.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/hate-exercise-playhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It may look like half of a stability ball, but the fitness device known as a half dome or BOSU packs a whole workout punch. Here's how to use a BOSU correctly and make it a vital part of your home workout.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/build-balance-strength-bosuhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surprise! Skinny people can be unhappy with their bodies, too. I asked a bones-to-bulk expert to share some quick tips to help even the skinniest ectomorph build some muscle.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What did a recent study of a short Dutch workout called Fit20 reveal about the benefits of working out for just 20 minutes once a week? The biggest takeaway might be that training like a pro athlete isn't the right approach for mere mortals.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/shouldnt-train-like-prohttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Good range of motion is the key to living a mobile, active, and fit life. But range of motion can decrease after an injury or as we age. Expert Shane Dowd joins Get-Fit Guy to talk about the three exercise pillars that will help you get and stay fit and flexible.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/range-of-motion-shane-dowdhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jumping rope is a great way to boost your heart rate, create some spring in your legs and of course burn some calories. It's good for the heart, it strengthens both the upper and the lower body and it can be safe and a lot of fun, once you learn how. Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/best-jump-rope-workouts-for-beginners-and-expertshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can virtual reality games encourage fitness? Get-Fit Guy tested the new Oculus Quest 2 to learn more about VR and fitness. He had fun, but did he break a sweat?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/virtual-realityhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can short bursts of exercise sprinkled across your day allow you to achieve your goal of living a more active lifestyle? My guest believes they can!Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/micro-workoutshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crawling is a great way to maintain strength, mobility, and coordination as we age. Here are the many benefits crawling will add to your fitness routine and some exercises to help you make the most of your fun on all fours.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/best-crawling-exerciseshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Consistency is undoubtedly the most important component in achieving and maintaining your health and fitness goals. Get-Fit Guy invited author and educator Dean Dwyer on the podcast to teach us his magic formula to achieve what he calls a "successful body."Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/magic-of-consistency-dean-dwyerhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An off-the-cuff home workout circuit during a period of dismal weather led me to ponder the history of the modern gym and where movement and fitness went awry. There are really just four simple things you need to do to stay fit, and none of them involve fancy gear or a gym.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/four-criteria-stay-fithttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team at a Finnish company called Veri believes that we can take control of our health by harnessing the power of tracking and monitoring our blood sugar levels. Get-Fit Guy gets to the bottom of how you can use this info to help improve your fitness.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/can-monitoring-your-blood-sugar-help-improve-your-workoutshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you tried a weighted vest? If you haven't, this might the time to try adding one to your workout for an additional fitness building edge. Get-Fit Guy explains how.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Similar to eating a healthy diet and getting good quality sleep, exercise helps you maintain overall good health and, by extension, a healthy immune system. Dr. Jake Deutsch joins Get-Fit Guy to talk about the effect of exercise on your immune system.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/exercise-and-your-immune-systemhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Working out with others has proven benefits to boost your fitness, but what if you can't get together in person? Get-Fit Guy, a certified Group Fitness Leader, walks you through three ways to plan virtual workout sessions for yourself and your friends.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/build-your-own-virtual-workouthttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An exercise ball can be used for more than just a funky desk chair. Find out why you should have one in your fitness life.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/why-you-need-an-exercise-ballhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there a magic number of steps to take per day to get (or stay) fit? Not really. But magical things do happen when you get more walking into your life.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/walking-15000-steps-per-dayhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us have joints that grind, creak, grate, pop, thump, crack, or crunch when we move through a particular range of motion. But what is that sound, why does it happen, and should we worry about it?We want to know how Get-Fit Guy can help you reach your fitness goals! Take a short Get-Fit Guy survey (https://bit.ly/gfgsurvey2020)Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/why-do-my-knees-creakhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you spend more time trying to get motivated to workout than you do actually working out? You're not alone. Supermodel, coach, and trainer Jill de Jong explains why "finding motivation" doesn't work and shares the secret behind what does.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/fitness-motivationhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strengthening your lower back can help alleviate and prevent that dreaded lower back pain. Get-Fit Guy has a few simple exercises to get you started.We want to know how Get-Fit Guy can help you reach your fitness goals! Take the Get-Fit Guy survey (https://bit.ly/gfgsurvey2020)Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/strengthen-your-lower-backhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trying to figure out what to get for the important people in your life who are on a mission to get fit? Here's a curated gift list for your fitness friend, workout well-wisher, multi-sport mate, health-nut honey, or cycling sidekick.We want to know how Get-Fit Guy can help you reach your fitness goals! Take the Get-Fit Guy listener survey (https://bit.ly/gfgsurvey2020)Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/2020-get-fit-guy-holiday-gift-guidehttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you want to get back in shape or you're focused on getting in shape for the very first time, fitness begins with starting where you are and then setting reasonable goals you'll truly enjoy working toward.We want to know how Get-Fit Guy can help you reach your fitness goals! Take the Get-Fit Guy survey (https://bit.ly/gfgsurvey2020)Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-to-get-fit-againhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having strong chest muscles can simply help you move through your daily life with more ease. But what if you want the chest of a Greek god or a superhero? Here are some tips for getting a defined chest.We want to know how Get-Fit Guy can help you reach your fitness goals! Take the Get-Fit Guy survey (https://bit.ly/gfgsurvey2020)Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-get-super-defined-chesthttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our lifestyles have been getting more and more sedentary for decades but research shows that we have hit new levels since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Could a little thing called movement snacks be the key to staying fit and healthy?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/movement-snackshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elliptical trainers are well-known gym staples, but what if you prefer to be outdoors? Enter elliptical bikes! Once a fitness fad, these contraptions seem to be gaining enduring fans. Are there advantages to choosing them over a regular bicycle?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/outdoor-elliptical-bikeshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not long ago Kettlebells were a little-known piece of gear used only by Russian musclemen. But today, kettlebell exercises provide the ultimate combination of cardio, power, coordination, and stability all packed into one neat movement. Here is a breakdown of how you can use them to get fit.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-to-get-fit-with-kettlebellshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walking is a fitness superfood! Biomechanist Katy Bowman joined me to talk about how to walk effectively and maximize the impact this simple, everyday activity has on your strength, stability, overall fitness, and health.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/walk-well-katy-bowmanhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does gaining muscle make you gain weight? Is there anything to that old saying that "muscle weighs more than fat?" Here's what you need to know if you're exercising your butt off but the scale numbers seem to be moving in the wrong direction.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/why-exercise-can-cause-weight-gainhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dancing is a fun and effective way to get your body moving and build fitness. Mike Peele—actor, dancer, choreographer, and fitness program creator—joins Get-Fit Guy to dig into how he thinks we can use less training and more inspiration in our fitness programs.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/dance-mike-peelehttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beachbody's website claims that “INSANITY is the hardest workout ever put on DVD." But does that make it the best workout? Or even an effective one?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/beachbody-insanity-reviewhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've probably heard the term "stability" in conjunction with some of your exercise and workout programs. But what exactly is stability, why do you need it, and how do you get it?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/rock-solid-stabilityhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Burpees are a super-effective full-body exercise. So why do we hate them so much? This three-step plan will make you love (or at least tolerate) burpees and other tough exercises.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/love-burpeeshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Occasionally we all simply need to zone-out and let our bodies do what they want to do. But, if all of your workouts involve some type of distraction or other, it may be time to add some mindfulness into your workout regimen. Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/the-benefits-of-applying-mindfulness-to-exercisehttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you like your exercise time to be fun and unstructured? Here are Get-Fit Guy's five essential exercises you can do almost anywhere and at any time to keep strong and fit—no gym memberships or yoga pants required.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/5-key-exerciseshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate the 500th Get-Fit Guy podcast episode, we looked back at my most popular topics of all time based on what you listen to and search for.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/top-10-fitness-questionshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddling your kayak or canoe involves working a specific set of muscles. Here's how to prep those muscles so you're ready to hit the water.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/paddling-exerciseshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We avoid the most difficult parts of most challenges—the last eight percent. But adding even a little mindful movement to your day can help you defeat anxiety, rumination, and stress.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/last-8-percenthttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you start a resistance training program, your muscles don’t change much at first but your nervous system does. A new study shows that you may need more than just reps to make your strength training stick—you need to deliberately train to strengthen your nerves.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/strengthen-nerves-deliberate-practicehttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Studies have shown that exercise can slow down and even prevent common causes of vision loss. But what type of workout is good for your eyes?Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/visionhttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyhttps://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.