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Muscles&Veggies' Fitness Podcast

Muscles&Veggies' Fitness Podcast

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Episode 118: Gut microbiome Craving connection

Apr 27, 202612 min

Episode 117: The crucial benefits of daily sun exposure

Apr 10, 202620 min

Ep 116Episode 116: Intentionality - PAY attention to your intention

Pay attention to your intention. Todays episode focuses on the power of intentionality. Why do we need to be intentional. Not just in Health and Fitness but in all areas of life. How do we do it? What are the benefits? And why is this so important for personal growth in 2026? Leave a Review hereJoin THORNE invite list hereFollow on IG here

Mar 9, 202615 min

Ep 115Episode 115: All weight loss diets share this in common.

Today's show really focuses on all of the nutrition complication that is in twenty twenty six. And how we can simplify things in terms of diet and nutrition and weight loss by comparing all diets together and looking at the common traits.

Jan 7, 202620 min

Ep 114Episode 114: Win your behaviors Win your habits

Today's show focuses on how our daily behaviors will lead to lasting habits. We all develop habits through our daily behaviors.Whether good or bad. Listen to this step by step process of how to identify your behaviors and get better at self evaluation that will lead to self discipline.Thorne Supplements - Email me for 25% accountReview the show here

Nov 16, 202514 min

Ep 113Episode 113: The best Fat burning exercise- what is it?

Today's show goes in depth on the best activity and exercise for optimal fat burning. logic and reason in this show folks. Killing yourself with high intensity exercise is not the answer.Please leave me a review, and share with someone else who would enjoy this. Thanks for listening!Thorne Stress Management StackJoin Client invite list for 25% off hereFollow and comment on IG here

Oct 22, 202520 min

Ep 112Episode 112: The Benefits of challenging yourself

Today's show focus is on the benefits of challenging yourself. What are the benefits of challening ourself physically and mentally? How can we start? What things can we do?Learn in this weeks show.Join Client invite Thorne list, Email me hereFollow me hereReview the show here

Sep 12, 202525 min

Ep 111Episode 111: health care vs sick care

health care vs sick care

Aug 8, 202516 min

Ep 110Episode 110: It's Summer! Healthy Summer Reminders

This week's Show is based on the fact that Summer is in full swing. What health and fitness reminders do we need in the heart of summer? Tune in and find out How to mange hydration and sun exposure. How to make great salads! And how to develop healthy routines in the water and heat.Review the Show on Google Join the Thorne Client Invite list hereFollow on IG here

Jun 23, 202523 min

Ep 109Episode 109: 7 things Fit High Performers Don't Do

Todays show is Based off a Question I received in the gym the other day. It really got me thinking about the things that Really fit high performers dont leave to chance, or things they dont do so that they guard their Health and Fitness lifestyle. Review the Show hereJoin the Thorne Client Invite list hereFollow me on IG here

May 31, 202527 min

Ep 108Episode 108: My interview on the Lifestyle Strength Podcast Part 2

This Weeks show is a follow u from the last show. Listen to part of the interview we did on the Lifestyle Strength Pocast with Lucas Hyde. Please Review the show on GoogleYou can email me here to Join the Thorne Client LISt for 25% off all the timeFollow us on IG here

May 18, 202516 min

Ep 107Episode 107: My interview on the Lifestyles Strength Podcast

Todays show is a special one. For fresh perspective on health and fitness the Lifestyles Strength Podcast interviewed me, Zach Johannsen CPT. Listen on a bit of my story and how Health and fitness impacts lives. Join the Thorne (25% off) Client invite list Here (email me letting me know you want to join)Follow me on IGReview the SHow here

May 4, 202520 min

Ep 106Episode 106: 10 Highly Effective Habits to Optimize Health + Fitness

This week's coaching session focuses on ten highly effective habits to optimize health and fitness. These are the habits that have given myself And my wife the biggest return on investment. Hop that you guys love these, and hope they help your goals towards Health and Fitness and Fat loss. Join the Thorne Client invite list by Emailing me HereReview the Show hereFollow on IG and Submit show questions or comments (and then get off social media :)

Apr 27, 202532 min

Ep 105Episode 105: Behavior Changes that Improve Anxiety

Todays show is based off a personal experience of my own from the last couple weeks. Our lifestyles play such a huge part of how anxious we are. The less anxious we are the better decisions we make in terms of Health and Fitness. The Decisions help us to maintain consistency in our daily and weekly routines to improve our health. Listen to todays tips that have the ability to massively improve our anxiety related feelings. Review the Show on Google here THORNE Discount Email here (send an email just saying you request to join)Follow me on IG here

Apr 3, 202523 min

Ep 104Episode 104: Listener Question- What are my thoughts on Carb Cycling?

What is Carb Cycling as a nutritional approach for a Health and fitness Podcast. Why Should we do it? What are the benefits of Carb Cycling? Listen in on my take as a personal trainer we dive deep on this topic together. Leave me a Google Review HereFollow me on IG herewww.musclesandveggies.com

Mar 18, 202522 min

Ep 103Episode 103: Anxiety- What type do you have?

Anxiety is something that we all deal with rom time to time. However, some people live it with chronically. Today's show is really for those people that struggle with anxiety regularly. Once we know a a lot about a problem we can then find an adequate solution. Similarly once we know what type of anxiety we have then we can un cover how to deal with and combat that issue. Let me know what show topics you would like me to cover! thanks for listening!Google review me here!Join the client invite list for 25% off all Thorne Supps hereFollow me or message me on IG here

Feb 20, 202520 min

Ep 102Episode 102: 3 Warning signs that something is Wrong inside

Today's show really focuses on the 3 major warning signs that tells me as a coach that something is wrong inside your body. These warnings signs tell me that there is problems going on inside your body with your health and Fitness. This can be important for optimizing your Fat loss and weight loss goals, and as a personal trainer this can be very important our success along this journey. Listen in and see if any of these warnings apply to you. Leave me a Google Review hereFollow me on IG hereLearn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com

Feb 12, 202525 min

Ep 101Episode 101: Fitness-Don't give in - Don't Give up- Give it time

Today's show is all about finding your conviction in what you know will work and then sticking to it for ninety days. It's all too easy for people to yo yo Back and forth on this diet or this plan.We aim to provide you some actionable tips to stick to a health and fitness routine for the 90 days so that you can see with conviction that perseverance pays off. Review the show on Google here Follow me and reach out IG hereJoin the Client invite list on THORNE for 25% off herewww.musclesandveggies.com

Feb 6, 202521 min

Ep 100Episode 100: The Body- Move it or lose it

In this episode of The Body—Move It or Lose It, we explore the importance of staying active and the role movement plays in overall health. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just looking to get started, we discuss simple yet effective strategies for incorporating movement into your daily routine.Topics Covered: The science behind why movement is essential for your health How to start a movement routine, no matter your fitness level The dangers of a sedentary lifestyle and its long-term effects Expert tips for boosting mobility and flexibility Real-life success stories of people who transformed their bodies through regular movement Key Takeaways: Small changes in your routine can lead to big improvements in your health. Consistency is key—start where you are, and keep going! Your body is built to move—don’t let it stiffen up! Leave me a Google Review HereFollow me on IG here

Jan 20, 202526 min

Ep 99Episode 99: 4 Cornerstones to Better Health in 2025

Weekly coaching session 99 is all about the 4 Major Cornerstones to build for Healt hand Fitness in 2025. It doesnt have to be so Complicated and Hard. You don't have to sacrifice half your life to being obsessed with exercise and nutrition just to be healthy. Just make sure that your consistently thinking about the 4 areas in this podcast Stress management, Sleep optimization, Strength training and movement, and Anti inflammatory nutrition. Thanks for Listening! Leave me a review please!Review the Show on Google hereFollow me on IG or message me hereEmail me for starting your 25% off THORNE account here at [email protected]

Jan 10, 202531 min

Ep 98Episode 98: single most important Nutritional habit to develop #mealprep

This week's coaching session focuses on the importance of planning ahead when it comes to your meals. How can we develop more consistency and really start to own our Monday through Friday? Meal prep......Join Thorne Client invite list by emailing meLeave me a Google Review hereFollow on IG here

Dec 17, 202420 min

Ep 97Episode 97: Imprtance of Water filtration and Water containers

Today's show focuses on the crucial importance of water, quality and water filtration. What should we look for in buying a water filter for our home? What type of containers are best to use when Drinking and storing quality water? What really is hydration and why is it so important?Please Leave me a Google Review HereLearn more at Musclesandveggies.com

Nov 18, 202420 min

Ep 96Episode 96: The power of Our Thoughts and Words- Mindset Coaching

The power of our thoughts and words are not often talked about in the health and fitness industry. Today's show helps us all to be aware of the things we think and say. And how we can better achieve our goals by talking a hard look at our mindset and the way we feel about ourselves.Please leave the show a review herePlease follow the show on IG hereEmail me to join the Thorne Client invite list here (25% off all Thorne Supps upon every login)

Nov 15, 202415 min

Ep 95Episode 95: Attention- Take Control of your health this 4th Quarter of 2024

Todays show is a wake up call for all of us to get it together this 4th Quarter of 2024. The air is cool and crisp, and it's time to get more active and dial in nutrition. Todays show is a gentle reminder that health and fitness doesn't have to be super complicated or hard but it does have to have intention. You have to have a plan of action, and you have to stick to it. Hope you enjoyTo join the Client invite list for Thorne email me here at [email protected] me a review on Google here Follow me instagram here

Oct 18, 202417 min

Ep 94Episode 94: 4 Bad Eating Habits Keeping Most Americans Stuck

This weeks Coaching session is product of simply just people watching over the last week and thinking about the habits that make keep us stuck. Healthy Eating isnt just what we we eat, but also how much we eat and when we eat it. Nutrition goes hand in hand with lifestyle and daily habits. If your trying to improve your health and fitness or your body fat composition take a look at these four bad habits and see where you can make adjustments. Join the THORNE client invite list by emailing me HereLeave me a Google Review hereFollow me on IG hereLearn more at www.musclesandveggies.com

Oct 6, 202419 min

Ep 93Episode 93: What is Our Circadian Rhythm? Why Does it Matter?

Today's show is in depth guide to the Circadian rhythm. What is the C.R.?How do we reset it?And why does it even matter in the grand scheme of health and fitness and our fat loss goals?You can get 25% off all Thorne Supplements by emailing me at [email protected] can follow me IG hereYou can learn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com

Sep 16, 202419 min

Ep 92Episode 92: 6 things you can do to Eliminate Unnecessary Stress from your life

Welcome to this weeks coaching session. This weeks session is entirely about how to eliminate or reduce unnecessary stress from your life. Life is full of stress, and a Coach or a Personal trainer it is my job to offer proper perspective into stress management as to help my clients get better results by lowering their daily stressors. Sit back and listen and see if you can find at least one tip from todays show to help you in your life. Leave me a Google Review hereFollow me on InstagramLearn more about me on my WebsiteI Use Thorne Supplements here

Sep 2, 202425 min

Ep 91Episode 91: Vitamin C - Massively Important for Optimal Health

This weeks Show focuses on the Massive importance of Optimizing your Vitamin C levels.What is Oxidation? Why do we need Anti-oxidants? What foods Hurt us by Oxidation? And what foods help us by providing us Anti-Oxidants? Enjoy todays show as I break down the motivation behind why Everyone should consume more Vitamin C.For my 25% off Thorne Client invite list, email me hereTo review my podcast on Google, please do! Google Review here!Follow me on Instagram here for meal ideas and lifestyle galore!

Aug 7, 202418 min

Ep 90Episode 90: Carbs are not the Enemy- but Sugar is!

This Show is based off of a conversation I had with one of my clients who was asking my opinion on the Carnivore Diet, and if I thought it was healthy or not. So I decided to record this weeks coaching session based on this question and do a little extra research along the way. Let me know your thoughts on this show, or ask me any questions on my Instagram. You can support this show by using the Thorne.com client dispensary that I have by emailing me here and letting me know you want the invite for 25% off all the time.You can also review me on Google here. That really helps support the show.

Jul 29, 202425 min

Ep 89Episode 89: Fat - The most hated on Essential Human Nutrient

Todays show we go in depth on the healthy nutrition use of Fats. Health and Fitness doesn't have to complicated. And let's face it that the Fat topic has gotten very jaded. In Todays show We answer the following questions: 1. Does Fat make you fat?2. Does fat Cause Heart Disease?3. Why is fat essential for Humans to have ?4. What are good and bad Fats?5. Whats are Big Fat Takeaways from the show?You can review the show on Google hereYou can join the Supplement Dispensary on Throne.com for 25% off hereYou can follow me on IG hereYou can learn more about me here

Jul 17, 202427 min

Ep 88Episode 88: MacroNutrients for Aesthetics + MicroNutrients for Health and Energy

Today's weekly coaching session focuses on the crucial importance of watching both your macronutrient intake and your micronutrient intake. When it comes to looking good and feeling great nutrients play such a vital role. Eliminating inflammation and super charging your nutrients is the best way to completely own your health and fitness goals. Todays show will help!Review me on Google hereJoin the THORNE client invite list by emailing me hereFollow me on socials hereLearn more about me here

Jul 8, 202428 min

Ep 87Episode 87: Tips for Spending, Saving, and making money Go further!

2024 is more stressful than ever in human history. One way we can eliminate stress is by taking control of our finances and spending to think about money less than we currently do. So todays show is all about my financial tips to pay off debt and save more. Enjoy and let me know your questions.Leave me a Google Review hereFollow me on socials hereJoin the Thorne Client invite list here Learn more about me at my website

Jun 19, 202424 min

Ep 86Episode 86: The Crucial importance of Focusing on Blood Sugar + Resistance Training

This weeks show is a personal experience of my own of how I feel totally off when my blood sugar gets out of whack from two things...... Poor Nutritional choices (aka higher carbs) and not Resistance training. Blood Sugar is most heavily utilized and controlled by these Crucial levers.Listen in on the how and why in todays weekly coaching session.Would you like to leave a me review on Google here?Follow me on IG here Yoou can learn more about me on my Website.Join my Client List on Thorne Supplements by Emailing me here .

Jun 11, 202417 min

Ep 85Episode 85: Stop overcomplicating Exercise + Resistance training

The internet and social media is filled with influencers massively overcomplicating fitness and exercise. Why does it have to be so hard? Well, it doesn't, and that is exactly what todays show is all about. Simplifying how to get started and also how to keep it going. Leave me a google review here.Visit my website here. Follow me on Socials here.Email me to join my Thorne Clint invite list and receive 25% off the entire store for life

May 22, 202427 min

Ep 84Episode 84: Nutrition Success: Staying on Track when Traveling

Whether it's traveling for work or fun, staying on track with nutrition can be hard if you don't plan ahead. Thats what this show is all about, how to plan ahead for nutrition success when you have an upcoming trip. I'll basically be a tour guide for you on how to think of things differently when you are planning for an upcoming trip. Leave me a google review hereGet the Thorne exclusive client access discount by emailing me here Learn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com

May 15, 202415 min

Ep 83Episode 83: 3 keys to Nutritional Success

Todays show focuses on answering the Question: Are you finding Consistency in your Nutritional Goals? What are 3 keys to Success? Listen to find out how you can fin Nutrition Success nad reach your fat loss and muscle building goals for health and fitness. You can leave me a Google Review hereYou can message me here You can Email me at [email protected] for listneing

Apr 30, 202411 min

Ep 82Episode 82: The crucial importance if Omega-3 Fatty Acids

This entire show is dedicated to the many benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and why everyone should be focused on a weekly consumption of the protective nutrients.This show dives deep on why an anti-inflammatory diet is largely improved by the consumption of omega 3 fatty acids. You can get 25% off all Thorne Omega 3s and the whole store by emailing me "I want to join Thorne list". Please leave me a review here!Learn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com

Apr 22, 202424 min

Ep 81Episode 81: The crucial importance of Electrolytes for Optimal performance, Energy, and Detoxification

Following our show from last week on grounding and earthing Todays Show really focuses on the crucial role of electrolytes for optimal health and performance. We talk about Minerals and Electrolytes crucial role in circulation, in detoxification, and in energy production. We also talk about Nutrition and supplementation for Electrolytes.Leave me a Google Review hereJoin my Client Supplement Dispensary (25% off Thorne Supps) by emailing me here Visit my Website and Instagram to Connect with me

Apr 2, 202422 min

Ep 80Episode 80: What is Grounding (earthing)? Does it Benefit Health + Fitness?

What is Grounding the Human Body? And are the benefits actually real and efficacious? That's the topic of today's show. We are gonna review the medical research and the anecdotal and logical data from using our thinking caps. Could it be the biggest anti inflammatory modality that the medical space has over looked?Leave me a Google Review HereAsk me questions on MY InstagramJoin the Thorne Supplement Discount by emailing me here (tell me you want the discount)Book me a Speaker at Musclesandveggies.com

Mar 17, 202421 min

Ep 79Episode 79: The Results of my 30 day Fat loss Experiment

This weeks Show is focused on the Experiment that we started back in Episode 75 about 4 weeks ago. Fat loss can be much more simple than people make it out to be. Find out how this experiment works and the health and fitness results it produced. Join the Thorne Supplements Client invite list by emailing me hereLeave me a google Review for Muscles and veggies fitness hereLearn more about us at www.musclesandveggies.com

Mar 4, 202420 min

Ep 78Episode 78: Top 4 Reasons for Weight loss Resistance

Todays show focuses on the top 4 reasons behind fat loss resistance. Is it Hormone Dysfunction, Blood sugar dysfunction? Gut dysfunction? What are the root cause of these health and fitness killers!?Please leave me a Google review hereYou can email me for Thorne Invite here at [email protected] leave me a review and Subscribe for this weekly coaching session.

Feb 27, 202420 min

Ep 77Episode 77: My Anti-Inflammatory Protocol for Improved Health + Body Composition

Welcome to this weeks coaching session where today, we are talking all about inflammation for the second week in a row. This is a follow up to last weeks show "Why everyone should care about inflammation" . Listen to it if you haven't already. Today's show focuses on the key 7 things we can do to lower inflammation and put oursleves in a better position to lose body fat, increase muscle, and speed up the metabolism. Along with all the other benefits of a Anti-inflammatory lifestyle like less Anxiety and depression, better joint health, and improved immune function. Listen and enjoy! Please support these free weekly coaching sessions by choosing from the following:1. Leave me a Google Review here 2. Join my Thorne Supplement Client list (for 25% off all Thorne Supps) need you email is all3. Leave me a Review on the player you on now4. Subscribe and Share 5. Follow me @musclesnadveggies on all platformsThanks and See you next week!

Feb 12, 202432 min

Ep 76Episode 76: Why Everyone should care about Inflammation for Fat loss + Energy

Todays Weekly Coaching session is all about Cellular Inflammation and why everyone should be constantly thinking about how we can dampen the fire of inflammation down. I could make the argument that inflammation is the most overlooked aspect of the Health and Fitness Industry. The Weight loss and Fat loss community is constantly focused on Macros and Calories but almost never talks about how inflammation plays a role on how well or how fast our metabolism works. So listen in as Zach describes, as a personal Trainer in Fayetteville AR, the inflammation process and how we can start to change our lifestyle to be more anti inflammatory. Please go pick up some Thorne Super EPA supplement by joining the client invite list for 25% off all the time by emailing me here [email protected]. Please support me by leaving me a review on Google here. You can learn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com.

Feb 7, 202422 min

Ep 75Episode 75: My 30 Day Fat loss Experiment - Simple Way to Lose Weight

Todays show focuses on a simple and logical way to lose body fat and feel better in a matter of weeks. I go into my personal life and some things that I have needed to cut from my daily and weekly routine. We have 60 days until springtime and now is the perfect time to dial in some better habits and cut off 5 to 10 pounds of excess fat that we have accumulated over the winter. Please leave a me review on google here! It helps people find my Fayetteville personal training service. Please leave me a review on whatever player your currently on as well! Subscribe to the show for weekly digital coaching sessions like this one. You can learn more about me at www.musclesandveggies.com.Have a wonderful day.

Feb 2, 202417 min

Ep 74Episode 74: Digestion: Part 2- What Feeds or Harms the Gut Microbiome?

Today is part 2 is how the digestive system works and we can use this knowledge to optimize our health and fitness. I can promise you if your gut is screwed up, you will not get your health and fitness dialed in to the level that you want. What types of Bacteria do we want in the small intestine? How do we know if we have one the 3 killers: Bad bacteria, yeast or fungus, or parasites? And what exactly does ultra processed foods do to the gut? Find all these questions on todays show! You can join the THORNE supplements client invite list by emailing me Here.You can leave me a Google Review by clicking hereAnd you can learn more about me, and request me to be interviewed at www.musclesandveggeis.com

Jan 23, 202429 min

Ep 73Episode 73: Digestion 101- How Gut Dysfunction can wreck your health + fitness

Today's shpw is a part 1 of 2 episodes on the entire digestive process. Along the way from mouth to anus we will be talking about the best and worst practices to protect our gut to make sure that we getting the most out of the expensive food we are all buying now days. As always I talk about Thorne Supplements and in particular I talk today about "Advanced Digestive Enzymes" in which you can get 25% off the entire Thorne Store by joining my client invite list. Simply email me at [email protected] and let me know you want to join the list and I will send you a Thorne.com invite. To also support the hsow please leave me a review on Google here. Thank you and I'll talk at you again next week for part 2 on Digestion and Gut dysfunction 101

Jan 16, 202423 min

Ep 72Episode 72: 4 Must Do Health and Fitness Tips to OWN 2024

With the 2024 upon us it's time to start thinking about the Habits and Routines we can form to optimize our health and fitness and really take control of this new year in life. Today's show focuses on 4 things you can do to start off on the right side of the tracks. Grab a pen and take some notes because we cram a lot in todays show. We talk about caffeine and alcohol and how they affect our health. We talk about the importance of Exercise. We talk about the massive health effects of fasting and limiting how much you eat up until bed. And of course we talk about the importance of eating at least 70% unprocessed real whole foods.....Please review Muscles and Veggies on Google HerePlease Follow us on Instagram @musclesandveggiesEmail us about Joining the Client invite list for THORNE supps at [email protected]

Dec 29, 202323 min

Ep 71Episode 71: Eliminate Cravings by Understanding whats driving them.

We all have guilty pleasures. We all have those things that we crave from time to time. What drives cravings? How can we look at them from a logical perspective? What things can we do to change our affinity for craving bad things that we know are unhealthy for us? Todays show/Coaching session covers this topic in detail. We break cravings down into 3 parts.... The mind... The Gut.... and the Stress.... For 25 % off Thorne supplements join my Client invite list by emailing me here at [email protected], and please support the show by leaving me a review on Google here. You can contact me at musclesandveggies.com

Dec 12, 202321 min

Ep 70Episode 70: Benefits of Fiber for Fat loss, Appetite Control, and Gut Health

Todays show focuses on Fiber and its many benefits. Hopefully after you listen to todays show you will be building your plate around Fiber, Protein, and healthy fats. They really are the trio that make a healthy body and mind overall. You can leave me a Review on Google here. You can leave me a Review on Spotify and Itunes as well. You can Email me at [email protected] to join the Thorne Client Dispensary and get 25% off the entire Store. You can follow me and write me any questions on my Instagram @musclesandveggies

Nov 28, 202323 min

Ep 69Episode 69: The Most Important Nutritional Factor for Fat Loss + Better Health and Fitness

Todays Show is all about the importance of Dietary Protein when it comes to Fat loss, Muscle Gain, and Better overall health and Wellness. We talk about how protein will help fight against cravings, and how it will help you to have a faster metabolism. We also talk about protein powders and how I use Thorne.com Proteins which you can get 25% off the entire store for life by joining my client invite list. Simply email me at [email protected] and tell me "I want to join the Thorne list". Then look for your email invite. Please leave me a review!Enjoy the show and subscribe for next weeks show!

Nov 23, 202326 min