Get-Fit Guy
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Move more of your body more often and in more interesting ways with the Get-Fit Guy! If you want to begin an exercise routine and don't know where to start, or if you've been working out for a while and aren't getting the results you want, Kevin Don will give you the tips you need to reach your fitness and movement goals. Get expert information on the latest fitness trends and advice on everything from toning your arms to running a 5K or simply building more movement into your day. With his easy-to-understand explanations, concrete examples, and sound reasoning backed by scientific research, Get-Fit Guy will provide you with the inspiration and knowledge you need to become fitter and stronger so you’ll be able to move through this world with more ease and enjoyment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 10, 2018 • 14min
384 - Can the Placebo Effect Enhance Athletic Performance?
The placebo effect has been looked down on, scoffed at, and written off as useless because it is “all in your head.” But lately there has been a shift in that thinking, and we are starting to see the power that the placebo holds in athletic performance. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/can-the-placebo-effect-enhance-athletic-performance 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.
Apr 3, 2018 • 16min
383 - The Best Way to Use Compression Gear
Tons of pro athletes are wearing compression gear and using compression machines to improve their performance and speed up their recovery. But do they really work? Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/the-best-way-to-use-compression-gear 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.
Mar 27, 2018 • 14min
382 - Can You Run Faster by Training Slower?
Training slow has been seen as a sign of weakness or laziness. However, if you want to run (or bike, or swim) faster, a smart approach is to slow down and train “slowly by slowly.” Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/can-you-run-faster-by-training-slower 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.
Mar 20, 2018 • 14min
381 - Do Fitness Trackers Lead to Better Fitness?
Despite the explosion of activity trackers and fitness bands on the market, there is actually little evidence that shows they can improve your health. Although it would be easy to blame the trackers themselves, I think there is more to this issue than simply inaccurate data. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/do-fitness-trackers-lead-to-better-fitness 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.
Mar 13, 2018 • 17min
380 - Rock Climbing: How It Works and Why It's Popular
Back in 2010, approximately 6,148,000 Americans were participating in rock climbing activities and it has only grown since then. So why is it so popular, why do people do it, and how can you get started? Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/rock-climbing-how-it-works-and-why-its-popular 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.
Mar 6, 2018 • 16min
379 - What's Heat Acclimatization? How Can We Use It in Training?
If you've been on a tropical vacation and seen someone wearing a three-piece suit, looking cool as a cucumber, while you sweat away in your shorts and flipflops, you’ve probably wondered about heat acclimatization without even knowing it. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/what-is-heat-acclimatization-and-how-can-we-use-it-in-training 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.
Feb 27, 2018 • 17min
378 - Is the Theory Behind Orangetheory Fitness Flawed?
Heart rate based workouts are nothing new but there is a new gym chain in town that claims to have cracked the code. So I did some undercover investigation to get the goods on whether or not the theory behind Orangetheory is flawed or fit. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/is-the-theory-behind-orangetheory-fitness-flawed 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.
Feb 13, 2018 • 16min
376 - Winter Olympic Workouts You Can Do Too
As you watch the world's finest winter athletes freeze their giblets off from your warm and cosy couches, you may find yourself wondering what types of workouts these winter gladiators do in preparation for this snowy competition. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/winter-olympic-workouts-that-you-can-do-too 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.
Feb 6, 2018 • 15min
375 - Cooling Down After Exercise: 6+ Helpful Tips
Although the cool-down part of your workout is just as important as the warm-up, many people feel alright about skipping it. I think that is because the cool-down is poorly understood. Today, I hope to make it clear that you should be doing both on a regular basis. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/cooling-down-after-exercise-6-helpful-tips 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.
Jan 2, 2018 • 17min
370 - 11 Common Exercise Excuses (and How to Overcome Them)
Eleven common excuses for avoiding exercise and a rebuttal to each that you can use on your less active friends or perhaps even on yourself. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/common-exercise-excuses-and-how-to-overcome-them 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.
