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Ep 495495 - Consistent Habits Are the Key to Fitness

It's easy to get fired up about a challenging new fitness program. But when the enthusiasm dries up, then what? Small wins formed by consistent habits are the key to getting and staying 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/consistent-habitshttps://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.

Jul 28, 202011 min

Ep 494494 - How to Use Resistance Bands for Your Home Workout

Resistance bands are compact, inexpensive, and easy to take and use anywhere. Here's how to use resistance bands to power your home fitness workout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 21, 202010 min

Ep 493493 - Do Percussion and Vibration Massagers Really Work?

Percussive and vibration massagers are the latest among a neverending parade of recovery and performance fitness trends. But do they work? Vibe with Get-Fit Guy to find out.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/percussive-vibration-massagehttps://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.

Jul 14, 202011 min

Ep 492492 - Do Training and Personal Protection Masks Give You a Fitness Boost?

These days, most of us are wearing masks, at least in public places. But do training masks, and even our personal protection masks, have fitness benefits? Here's what science says about restricted breathing and exercise.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/do-training-masks-really-workhttps://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.

Jul 7, 202015 min

Ep 491491 - What Does Science Say About Mixing Alcohol and Exercise?

What does drinking alcohol before, during, or after exercise do for your fitness? There's been a surprising amount of research, and the results are mixed, just like a cocktail!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/alcohol-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.

Jun 30, 202018 min

Ep 490490 - How to Get Huge Quads at Home

"Getting huge" isn't required to get fit, but it's fun! And even if you don't want huge quads, there are many reasons to make them stronger.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-huge-quadshttps://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.

Jun 23, 202018 min

Ep 489489 - Is BODYCOMBAT a Good Virtual Workout?

BODYCOMBAT is a boxing and martial arts based workout that you can do in your own living room. Is it worth your time and energy?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/bodycombat-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.

Jun 16, 202013 min

Ep 362362 - How to Build Strong and Defined Calf Muscles

Small calves can lead to slower sprints times, less stability on the court, lower jumps at the hoop, and a higher risk of injuries. Let's look at some simple strategies to strengthen them.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-strong-calf-muscleshttps://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.

Jun 9, 202017 min

Ep 488488 - How to Increase Your Muscle Definition

You work hard to stay fit, and you'd like increased muscle definition to show for it. This strategy prioritizes fat loss and muscle gain to get results.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/increase-muscle-definitionhttps://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.

Jun 2, 202016 min

Ep 487487 - Should You Calculate Your Muscle Mass?

You probably know about how much you weigh. You may even know your approximate body fat percentage. But do you know what your muscle mass is? Here's how to find out and why it's important.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/calculate-muscle-masshttps://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.

May 26, 202013 min

Ep 486486 - How to Turn Failure into Success With a Training Log

Failure isn't a weakness; it's an opportunity. A training log can help you track your failures and learn from them to become a better athlete. Here's 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/failure-training-loghttps://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.

May 19, 202014 min

Ep 485485 - Functional Movement Screening Can Turn Your Weaknesses into Strengths

Is your movement balanced and stable, or do you move in a way that could lead to fitness injuries? A functional movement screen (FMS) will help you pinpoint weaknesses and turn them into strengths.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/functional-movement-screeninghttps://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.

May 12, 202014 min

Ep 484484 - Do You Have to Lift To Failure for the Best Muscle Gains?

A recent study challenged the commonly held belief that you have to lift to failure to gain muscle size and strength. Should you heed 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/lift-failurehttps://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.

May 5, 20209 min

Ep 483483 - Can You Tighten Loose Skin After Weight Loss?

If you have loose skin after weight loss, first celebrate your weight loss victory! Then, learn more about the factors that affect skin elasticity and what you can do to help your body snap back.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/healthy-eating/how-tighten-loose-skin-after-weight-losshttps://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.

Apr 28, 202014 min

Ep 482482 - Is Excessive Moderation the Key to Fitness?

Get-Fit-Guy's guest, Tom Holland, embraces the philosophy of “excessive moderation.” Could it be the key to undoing the damage of our overly sedentary lifestyles?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/excessive-moderationhttps://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.

Apr 21, 202015 min

Ep 392392 - The Future of Fitness: Massively Multiplayer Online Training

Like online gaming, the idea of working with (or against) other people around the world, from the safety of your own home, has spread to fitness and exercise. How can you benefit from 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/the-future-of-fitness-massively-multiplayer-online-traininghttps://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.

Apr 14, 202013 min

Ep 481481 - Does #Fitspiration Help You or Hurt You?

Despite the good intentions and popularity of social media images depicting fit folks posing with motivational messages, Get-Fit Guy has to ask—are these images helping or hurting their target audience?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/does-fitspiration-helphttps://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.

Apr 7, 202010 min

Ep 480480 - How Exercise Can Prevent Depression

Science and anecdotal evidence both agree that engaging in just a few minutes of exercise per day can boost your current mood and protect against future bouts of depression.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-prevent-depressionhttps://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.

Mar 31, 202016 min

Ep 479479 - Do You Really Have to Run a Marathon to Get Healthy?

A recent study touted the heart health benefits of training for and completing a marathon. But is doing an event as extreme as a marathon really the best way to good heart 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/marathon-heart-healthhttps://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.

Mar 24, 202013 min

Ep 478478 - How to Skip the Gym and Still Stay Fit

Even if you keep your distance, wash your hands, and avoid touching your face, you may still feel inclined to skip the fitness center during flu season or viral outbreaks. These tips will help keep you fit without hitting the 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/germy-gymhttps://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.

Mar 17, 202012 min

Ep 477477 - Is Body Groove the Full-Spectrum Movement Workout for You?

Body Groove was one of the top ten most Googled fitness crazes of 2019. Does it live up to the hype and provide a worthwhile workout? Get-Fit Guy renders his verdict.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/body-groovehttps://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.

Mar 10, 202015 min

Ep 476476 - 6 Ways to Increase Testosterone With Exercise

According to research, both men and women show decreased testosterone levels as they age. These scientifically proven workout strategies can help you increase this important hormone. Read the transcript here. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows here.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 3, 202014 min

Ep 475475 - Is 10,000 Really the Magical Number of Steps to Take Per Day?

Chances are, you've been told you should log 10,000 steps per day on your fitness tracker. But a new study challenged that "magical" number with surprising results. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/10000-steps-flawed | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 202011 min

Ep 474474 - How to Use Traveling Rings to Keep Fitness Fun

Traveling rings offer not only great physical benefits but some of the happiest-looking workouts around! Here's how to add them to your fitness regimen. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/traveling-rings-fitness-fun | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 202017 min

Ep 473473 - 5 Fun and Functional Squat Variations

Squats are both a compound and function exercise, which means they're a must for fit folks. Let's look at five of my favorite squat variations to liven up the standard squat. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/5-squat-variations | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202014 min

Ep 472472 - Is Brain Stimulation the Key to Athletic Performance?

I wore a fancy set of headphones during every workout for two weeks to see if it could help me improve my cycling. And it worked (I think) through a concept called neuropriming. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/halo-sport | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 202019 min

Ep 371371 - Should You Exercise While Sick?

It's hard to do much of anything when you're under the weather. Are there benefits to exercising while sick, or will working out just make you feel worse? TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202016 min

Ep 471471 - What Can We Learn from Our Sweat?

We wear sensors that track steps, heart rate, and calories burned. Soon, we may measure our sweat, too! What will those measurements tell us? TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/sweat | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21, 202012 min

Ep 470470 - Can Whole-Body Vibration Training Make You Fit?

Whole-body Vibration Training promises some impressive fitness and health benefits, but is it as good for you as regular old exercise?TRANSCRIPT: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/whole-body-vibration-training | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 14, 202017 min

Ep 469469 - Can Pneumatic Compression Help You Recover Faster?

Can fancy-looking air filled boots play a role in our workout recovery? I asked physiology expert Dr. Jeff Martin to take a deep dive with me to find out. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/pneumatic-compression | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 202015 min

Ep 468468 - A Round-Up of Fitness Gear for the New Year

It isn't essential to our overall fitness, but having a few pieces of fitness gear on hand can help us stay motivated, give us a training edge, or allow us to reach that bucket list fitness goal.TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/fitness-gear-2020 | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW GET-FIT GUY: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 201913 min

Ep 385385 - Does BODYPUMP Work? The Science Behind the Workout

BODYPUMP is a resistance workout that uses barbells with very light weights and very high reps. They claim their workout is scientifically proven, so let’s see what the science says. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/does-bodypump-work-the-science-behind-the-workout Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW GET-FIT GUY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 201914 min

Ep 467467 - Can High-Intensity Exercise Improve Your Memory?

Exercise such as walking, swimming, and even dancing have been shown to be good for your memory, however the optimal intensity of that exercise has been unclear - until now.TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/high-intensity-exercise-improve-memory | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 20199 min

Ep 466466 - 9 Easy Ways to Keep Moving and Stay Fit During the Holidays

Travel, big meals, and time crunches don't have to interfere with your fitness goals. Staying fit during the holidays is easier than you think, and it can even help you de-stress!Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/stay-fit-holidays | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW GET-FIT GUY: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 201914 min

Ep 465465 - Separating HIIT Fact from Fiction

It is easy to get lost in the hype around new workout devices or protocols that promise maximal results in minimal time and effort. To help set the record straight, the marketing director for a device called the CAR.O.L, Rahul Bernath, joined the Get-Fit Guy for a friendly debate.Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/hiit-fact-fictionCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 201922 min

Ep 464464 - Can Exercising Before Breakfast Dramatically Improve Your Health?

A new study has shown that exercising before eating breakfast can dramatically improve your overall health.Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/exercising-before-breakfastCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 201910 min

Ep 463463 - What Type of Exercise is Best During Menopause?

How can menopausal and perimenopausal women exercise to avoid "middle-age spread?" We talked with physician and triathlete Dr. Tamsin Lewis to find out.Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/best-exercise-menopauseCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 19, 201929 min

Ep 462462 - How to Maximize Your Workout with Push-Pull Strength Training

Do you want a flexible, balanced, easy-to-remember workout that doesn't require spending all day at the gym? Push-pull strength training is for you!TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/push-pull-strength-trainingJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 201910 min

Ep 461461 - The Science of Post-Workout Recovery

Author, Christie Aschwanden joins Get-Fit Guy to discuss whether some of the most popular recovery tricks, methods, and devices actually help you bounce back from a hard workout or just add stress to your day and your bank account.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/workout-recovery-scienceJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 5, 201930 min

Ep 460460 - 8 Exercises that Will Turn You into a Powerful Hiker

Prepare to hit the trails by incorporating these simple, effective exercises into your fitness routine.Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/hiking-exercisesCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 201913 min

Ep 459459 - 3 Fitness Lessons I Learned Riding a Bike Through Europe

Last month, I traveled through parts of Europe on a bicycle and on foot. While I've always been a believer in making vacations as active as possible (for fun and fitness), cycling from town to town taught me a thing or two.Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/lessons-biking-europeCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20199 min

Ep 458458 - Can Avoiding Caffeine Help Your Athletic Performance?

The ergogenic effects (or performance boosts) of caffeine on muscle endurance, muscle strength, anaerobic power and aerobic endurance are significant but do you have to forego your morning cup of joe for a while to really feel those effects?Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/caffeine-athletic-performanceCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 201912 min

Ep 457457 - Can You Use Yoga to Improve Your Athletic Performance?

Is there a way to use yoga to improve your performance and resilience at a particular sport? Get-Fit Guy picks the brain of yoga practitioner, Abi Carver of Yoga15.com to find out how she works with athletes to do just that.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/yoga-improve-athleticCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 201922 min

Ep 456456 - How to Stay Hydrated During Exercise

How important is staying hydrated during exercise? If you're lugging around a fanny pack water bladder or sports beverages, you may be over complicating it.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/stay-hydrated-exerciseCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 201912 min

Ep 372372 - Weights vs. Cardio: Keep Them Separate or Combine?

Not sure if you should hit the elliptical or jump straight on to the weight bench? Confused about whether or not you should lift on the same day as a run? You're not alone. Let's take a deep dive into the research and determine what to do and when.Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/weights-vs-cardio-keep-them-separate-or-combineCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 201914 min

Ep 455455 - Secrets of the Fittest Woman in the World

Get-Fit Guy sat down with the author of the book, Dottir: My Journey to Becoming a Two-Time CrossFit Games Champion, to dig into the mindset topics discussed in the book.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/katrin-davidsdottir-interviewCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 201922 min

Ep 454454 - 3 Hip Strengthening Exercises for Power and Mobility

Strong hips will not only support your body weight with ease but they also will give you the power to do the activities you love. Get-Fit Guy has three exercises for hip strength and mobility that you can start doing today.Read the transcript at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/3-hip-strengthening-exercisesCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 201913 min

Ep 453453 - 7 Benefits of Swimming and How to Get Them

There are plenty of reasons why going for a dip is a great idea. Some reasons are more obvious than others. Get-Fit Guy takes a deeper dive (ahem) into some of the more surprising benefits of going for a swim.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/7-swimming-benefitsCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 3, 201913 min

Ep 452452 - 3 Problems with High-Intensity Interval Training

The allure of short, intense workouts is obvious. But is High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) really the only workout you need for good overall fitness?Read the transcript at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/problems-high-intensity-interval-trainingCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 27, 201912 min

Ep 451451 - Should You Be Going Barefoot More Often?

Get-Fit Guy spent some time chatting with Vivobarefoot CEO, Galahad Clark, about the importance of going barefoot and the health science that is presented the new documentary called Shoespiracy.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/going-barefootCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW GET-FIT GUYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuyTwitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201918 min