On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re going to give you our take on the 10 most underrated exercises to add to your routine. Get ready to learn about the most awesome movements that don’t get enough love on social media, but can seriously level up your strength, mobility, and performance. We’ll break down why each exercise deserves a spot in your program, how to program them effectively, and what common mistakes to avoid.In this episode, we discuss:Why These Exercises Are Often SkippedTop Underrated Exercises for Strength and Muscle GrowthHow to Incorporate These Exercises Into Your Routine The Best Equipment for Overlooked ExercisesCommon Mistakes When Doing These ExercisesWant More?Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Join our Facebook Group1:1 Fitness Coaching Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for FreeFree Knee Pain Training GuideGet Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel
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How to Make Meal Prep Taste GOOD: Interview with Barbell Quisine
Gone are the days of eating boring chicken and rice.Today, Cooper Cordero of Barbell Quisine will teach you how to make meal prep enjoyable, tasty, and simple.Cooper Cordero is a self-taught culinary enthusiast who proves that you don't have to sacrifice flavor for macros. With a focus on transforming traditionally indulgent meals into nutritious fuel for fitness-lovers, Cooper specializes in innovative recipes that not only taste great but also support the rigorous demands of lifters. As a former competitive powerlifter, Cooper understands the need for nutritious meals that fuel performance, but he refuses to sacrifice flavor. He created BBQ to help other fitness enthusiasts, as well as everyday folks trying to be healthy, understand how to cook delicious, healthy recipes that will fuel performance and deliver on taste.He releases one new flavor-packed and macro friendly meal prep recipe each month while also providing educational content and videos for cooking enthusiasts. Additionally, Cooper will soon add Meal Prep offerings to the Denver area! If you're interested in learning more, you can contribute to his survey to let him know what kind of recipes you'd be interested in. Sign up for more info here (and be the first to know when his meal prep service launches).More About Cooper:Chicken Jambalaya Meal Prep RecipeInterest Form for Denver Meal Prep ServicesBarbell Quisine WebsiteMeal thermometer/temp javelin probeFollow Cooper on Instagram or Youtube
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Today on the podcast, we’re talking about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that’s linked to changes in the seasons. It most commonly shows up during the winter months when there’s less sunlight, with January and February being the hardest months, and affects about 5% of adults in the U.S. each year. There’s also a milder form called subsyndromal SAD, or S-SAD, referred to as the “winter blues”. So even if you don’t have a formal diagnosis, you might experience some version of what we’re discussing today. We discuss why you might experience SAD, what the common symptoms are, and what you can do to support yourself.In this episode, we discuss: What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?Symptoms of Seasonal Affective DisorderWhy Seasonal Affective Disorder HappensWays to Cope With SADWant More?Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Join our Facebook Group1:1 Fitness Coaching Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for FreeFree Knee Pain Training GuideGet Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel
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The Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Challenge
This week’s episode is all about our 21-Day Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Challenge! Honestly, it’s the biggest thing we do all year, and this will be our 4th year running it. Out of all the 21-day fitness challenges we’ve seen, we truly believe the Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Challenge is the best out there.That’s because it’s not about drastic change (no before and after photos required!), It's a habit challenge designed to help you build some truly phenomenal healthy habits into your life.Here are the details:Perform at least 3 strength training workouts per weekDrink at least half your bodyweight in ounces of water per dayWalk at least 8,000 steps per dayEat a minimum of 100g of protein per dayYou’ll also have incredible support in our Facebook group and a chance to win $250!Think you’re up for the challenge? Applications for the Challenge open Friday, October 17th.
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Rest Periods
Today on the podcast, we discuss resting between sets — why it’s important and actually a critical piece of any strength training program. Simply put, your body isn’t going to build muscle or strength if you’re not resting between sets. The time you rest even dictates whether you’re improving hypertrophy or endurance. We break down the science behind why rest is essential and the common rest-period mistakes you’ll want to avoid.In this episode, we discuss:Why Rest Periods Matter in Strength TrainingHow Rest Affects Muscle Growth and RecoveryThe Science Behind Resting Between SetsIdeal Rest Times for Different Fitness GoalsCommon Mistakes People Make With Rest PeriodsTips for Optimizing Your Rest Between SetsWant More?Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Join our Facebook Group1:1 Fitness Coaching Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for FreeFree Knee Pain Training GuideGet Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel
Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.
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