Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, ...
Coffee Chat: My updates on building muscle while pregnant, how to track muscle growth without a DEXA, and more
Today, I'm discussing my personal updates on building muscle while pregnant. I'm also answering questions like: How do you track muscle growth without getting a DEXA scan?How long should you wait before seeing a provider if you're not seeing results? Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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#205: The Burnout Effect: Understanding Anti-Recomposition and How to Avoid It
Have you ever tried an intense fitness program, done it for a few weeks, and quit because of soreness, fatigue, and unsustainability? Or, have you ever felt like you're doing "all the right things" and working hard but not seeing any progress? Today, Shannon will discuss the hormonal reasons why burnout happens and how it can lead to an anti-recomposition environment in which losing fat and/or building muscle becomes difficult. Shannon will also discuss symptoms to look for that indicate burnout and where to place your efforts instead. 0:00: Introduction to "anti-recomposition" 2:03: Effects of overtraining 5:45: Am I suffering from burnout? 8:43: Qualities to avoid in a workout program 14:30: Qualities to look for in a workout program 17:10: What kind of results should I expect? Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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Ask an RD: How to have more stable blood sugar levels with Allie Chilcote, MS, RD, LD
Stabilizing your blood sugar can lead to better energy, more stable hunger cues, and a healthier body. Learn all about blood sugar and why we should prioritize it with Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Allie Chilcote. Work with AllieFollow Allie on IG Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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#204: Does strength training double as cardio?
You may have asked yourself, "My heart rate gets up when I lift, so does that count as cardio?" Shannon breaks down how strength training affects your cardiovascular health, specifically distinguishing the differences between traditional strength training and circuit training. She also speaks to the VO2 max changes that occur with different types of training: traditional cardio, HIIT, traditional strength training, and circuit training. 0:00: Introduction1:40: Benefits of steady state cardio6:05: Benefits of HIIT 7:18: Does strength training count as cardio? 11:39: How does circuit training affect cardiovascular health? 14:00: Dosage of strength training & cardio 17:10: Summary Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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Ask an RD: Calorie deficits, maintenance, and surpluses with Hope Brandt, RD
When should you be in a calorie deficit? And for how long? When is maintenance appropriate, and how do you know when you're at maintenance? Is a calorie surplus necessary for muscle growth? All these things are discussed in today's installment of ASK an RD, with our guest, Hope Brandt, RD. Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, nutrition, mental health, skincare, and more. Join Shannon Ritchey, Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, each Thursday and occasional Fridays for science-based tools to improve your health.