Fit For Thought

Find out what's in-store for season 2 of Fit For Thought. 

On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Aaron Horschig and I take an in-depth look at the king of all exercises, the squat. With a doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Missouri and over a decade of experience in training and competing in Olympic weightlifting, Dr. Horschig created Squat University.com, an online platform dedicated to helping people rid themselves of pain, decrease their risk of injury and improve their strength and athletic performance.  What You'll Learn on This Episode How to identify movement problems using the bodyweight squat How tissue and joint restriction can affect the way you squat How to improve tissue and joint mobility How to perform a low bar squat Whether you should squat below parallel  Coaching cues that will help you lift with confidence, power and stability  How to incorporate squats into your current exercise routine And more!    Learn More About Squat University Squat University Website Facebook Twitter Instragram Youtube

Many of us have heard the idea that doing cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach (commonly referred to as fasted cardio) will increase fat loss. It's worth keeping in mind that fasted cardio typically stems from the bodybuilding culture, where bodybuilders have low body fat levels. But for those of us who are neither lean nor overweight, is fasted cardio more effective than fed cardio? By fed, I mean that you're neither in a fasted state, nor still digesting your food. Today on the podcast, I'll be looking at the work of James' Krieger, who is heavily involved in fitness-research and co-authored a study on the impact of fasted cardio on the body. James argues that in order to increase fat loss, fasted cardio has to do one of three things: increase energy expenditure, suppress appetite or spare protein. Does fasted cardio do any of these things? Tune in to find out.  What you'll learn on this episode The three primary steps involved in fat loss How body fat is one of the determinants of whether

For Marc Lebert, the road to success has been paved with passion, perseverance and inventiveness. Recognized as one of the top fitness entrepreneurs in the industry, Marc is the owner of Lebert Fitness Inc., a world leader in innovative high performance fitness tools including the Lebert Equalizer, Buddy System, Stretch Strap and the SRT barbell. He's also the co-owner of Fitness nation (a group exercise and training facility in Mississauga and Oakville), a black-belt in Tae kwon do and a certified personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach. I've had the pleasure of training with Marc on a number of occasions, and it's a pleasure to collaborate with him again this time on the podcast. What you'll learn on this episode How to turn a fitness-related idea into a business, product or service How to build muscle and strength with body weight exercises How to use fear-setting to take action and achieve your goals  What it takes to become a successful personal trainer Marc Lebert Resources   Lebert Fitn

It's great to be back behind the mic! I couldn't be more excited to have Ben Greenfield on the podcast. He's a New York Times best-selling author, fitness coach, speaker, Ironman triathlete, Spartan racer and host of one of the top health and fitness podcasts on iTunes. Ben holds a Master's degree in exercise physiology and biomechanics, as well as advanced certifications in sports nutrition, personal training, and strength and conditioning. His science-based approach to health and performance has revolutionized the way thousands of athletes and exercise enthusiasts live, train and eat.  What you'll learn on this episode  What form of exercise can make you smarter How sound affects your brain  What and when to eat post-exercise If Ben could self-quantify with any one variable on a daily basis, what would it be and why Safe and effective ways to detox Decision making skills to help you focus, reduce stress and be happy Ben Greenfield Resources Website Podcast Facebook Twitter Instragram  

Many people believe there is a window of time about 30 - 60 minutes after you exercise in which your body is primed to utilize protein and stimulate muscle growth. This period is referred to as the anabolic window of opportunity. in fact, some have claimed that when you eat is more important to muscle growth and adaptation tan how much you eat. But is you miss this window, does that mean your workout was for nothing? In this episode of the podcast, I look at a new and compelling study co-authored by Brad Schoenfeld Ph.D. (a leading authority on muscle building and fat loss) thats puts that anabolic window of opportunity to the test and shows that the window of time may not be as narrow as we think. Study Pre- versus post-exercise protein intake has similar effects on muscular adaptations  Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D. Website Facebook Twitter  

Jesse Bruce is one of the most decorated obstacle course race winners in Eastern Canada, including the 2015 Canadian Male Spartan Race Champion. In addition to his success on the course, and in the gym where he trains some of Canada's most elite performance athletes, Jesse found the strength to overcome his struggles with depression and addiction. I've had the distinct pleasure of training with Jesse, and in doing so, I was able push harder than I ever thought I was capable of.  Jesse Bruce Facebook Instagram One Transformation Academy - Coming Soon! Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) OCR World Championships Spartan Race 2017

Tom Emrich, one of the leading voices in wearable tech, is on the podcast to talk about the future fitness wearables. Driven by his belief that wearable tech plays critical role in our human evolution, Tom is an investor and partner at Super Ventures the first fund and incubator dedicated to augmented reality, as well as a community builder, founding We Are Wearables the largest wearable tech community of its kind in the world. He's been recognized as a global influencer for both wearable tech and virtual reality and has presented talks at major conferences such as TEDx and regularly appears in the media as a wearable tech expert including The New York Times, CNN, BBC and CBC.   Tom Emrich   Website Twitter Instagram 12 Wearable Tech Predictions for 2017   We Are Wearables   Website  Twitter Instagram

Muscle gain — for some, the struggle is real! On this episode of the podcast, I talk about a challenging yet effective way to put on muscle mass. Last week, I had my follow-up fitness nutrition consult with macro strategist Lindsey Bethke. We talked at-length about the ups and downs of my maintenance period, and then decided I should move into my bulking phase of my program, which essentially means that I have to increase my calories, which will help me to put on size. It's no coincidence that this change in nutrition coincides with a new training protocol that I'm experimenting with.This protocol isn't for the faint of heart. It requires commitment, dedication and a mindset to push through how boring it can be. Sounds enticing doesn't it? In all seriousness, it's taxing on both the body and the mind, but the results are amazing.  The system originated in Germany in the mid-70's through the work of Rolf Feser, who was the National Coach of Weightlifting at the time, but it came into prominence in 1996 when Ch

Two weeks ago fitness enthusiasts and macro strategist Lindsey Bethke was on the podcast to talk about an approach to food, commonly referred to as flexible dieting or if it fits your macros, that calculates and monitors an individuals macronutrient intake based on their lifestyle and fitness goals. During the latter half of the show, Lindsey walked me through my very first fitness nutrition consultation. We talked about my background, lifestyle and personal fitness goals and came-up with a plan for me to track my macros. Today, Lindsey and I are together again for a follow-up consultation. What you can expect is an open, honest and very personal account of my macro tracking experience thus far: the pros, the cons, the up and the downs, we're putting it all on the table.  Lindsey Bethke Instagram Facebook  Tracking Tool My Fitness Pal App Special Thanks TJ Alston for production assistance and audio engineering Ross Newton for graphics

It was like a slow motion sequence in a Guy Ritchie film when a bare knuckle boxer takes a knock-out punch, except the boxer is me and the knock-out punch is roughly 5000 pounds of metal. On this episode of the podcast, I talk about my personal fitness journey, starting with a pivotal moment in the summer of 2012 that changed my life!  Alexandra Newton Personal Instagram Personal Facebook  Special Thanks TJ Alston for production assistance and audio engineering Ross Newton for graphics

Having seen first-hand the power that tracking food can have in achieving optimal body composition, Lindsey Bethke, a specialist in fitness nutrition, is on the podcast today to talk about a nutrition strategy based on calculating and monitoring your caloric and macronutrient intake. As a spirited health and wellness advocate with years of personal and professional experience under her belt, Lindsey is committed to helping her clients cultivate a health, sustainable and consistent relationship with food. Not only is she today's guest, but as a first time client of Lindsey's, she's also on the show to take me through my first fitness nutrition consultation. Lindsey Bethke Instagram Facebook  Tracking Tool My Fitness Pal App

As I reflect on my conversation with fascial stretch therapist Sarah Mariano, the power of personal experience and information sharing becomes more and more evident. Sarah went from sustaining injury, to searching for information, and then empowering others through treatment and information sharing. But one of the challenges for therapists like Sarah and individuals seeking treatment, is finding the right tool or information space to connect with one another. Enter today's guest: NCAA all-American athlete, member of the 2012 Canadian Olympic Team, Author of Endure: An Athletes Guide to Faith, Hope and Success, and most recently, co-founder and CEO of FIXT – a mobile app slated for release in 2017 that provides athletic injury solutions by connecting injured athletes with the best therapists in the community. Thanks so much for connecting with Fit For Thought. I know you're going to love this episode! Alexandra Resources Ian Warner Instagram FIXT App Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Special Thanks TJ Al

In this episode of the podcast, we connect with certified personal trainer, sports nutritionist and business owner, Lonie Murdock, and learn how she transformed her passion for health and wellness into Eat.Train.Live -- a lifestyle company that offers a variety of products and services rooted in optimizing your personal health and wellness.  Connect with Eat.Train.Live Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Special Thanks TJ Alston for production assistance and audio engineering Ross Newton for graphics

In this episode, we take a introductory look at a stretching system that focuses on fascia as a key element in achieving optimal flexibility, strength, pain relief and so much more. The person who's going to guide us through this system is certified fascial stretch therapist, Sarah Mariano. Based in Toronto and known for stretching elite athletes, Sarah’s mission is to help her clients tap into the best versions of themselves and teach people how to use the body to its fullest potential.    Resources:  Sarah Mariano's Website Anatomy Trains by Tom Meyers Essentrics Technique  Special Thanks: TJ Alston for production assistance and audio engineering Ross Newton for graphics  

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