Fitness Stuff (for normal people)

In this Fitness Stuff for Normal People episode, Marianna and Tony are mixing it up! Instead of diving deep into just one topic, they’re bouncing through four big ones, breaking each down in bite-sized doses. First, they tackle NAD+ and NMN supplements—do they really hold the secret to longevity? Then, it’s onto the animal-based diet trend: who’s it actually good for? After that, they chat about microplastics and if they’re worth the worry. Finally, they wrap things up with tips for building the perfect bedtime routine for the 40% of us who just can’t fall asleep. Perfect for a quick hit of info without the fluff! Legion Athletics Black Friday Sale HERE!! (BOGO 50% OFF) Free Tools: Calorie Calculator Protein Calculator ⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!! Bonus episodes EVERY Friday answering your questions Weekly Legion Supplement giveaways Advanced 12-Week Training & Mobility Programs Timestamps: (5:05) NMN/NAD+ Supplements (16:12) Animal based diet (34:09) Perfect bedtime routine (44:15) Microplastics

Join hosts Marianna & Tony as they tackle one of their most requested topics: setting up your macros. In this episode, they take you step-by-step through not only setting up your macros but also continually adjusting them to ensure you never stop making progress. They discuss the importance of calorie intake, protein goals, and the role of carbs and fats while addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing the need for nutrient-dense foods. Plus, discover how to avoid pitfalls and maintain long-term success. Whether you're looking to gain muscle, lose weight, or just eat healthier, this episode has got you covered! Tools Mentioned: Calorie Calculator Protein Calculator ⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!! Bonus episodes EVERY Friday answering your questions Weekly Legion Supplement giveaways Advanced 12-Week Training & Mobility Programs Legion Athletics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements with code “FSPOD” at checkout here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: (04:16) What IIFYM Is (and Isn’t) (09:06) Calorie & Protein Set Up (27:59) Carbs & Fats Set Up (37:55) Nutrient Density vs. Calorie Density (45:07) How & When To Adjust

Dive into the world of magnesium and discover its crucial role in over 300 enzyme reactions. Learn how deficiencies can impact your energy, sleep, and mood. The hosts share personal insights into magnesium supplementation and its benefits for recovery. They also address common myths, explore different supplement forms, and highlight the importance of proper absorption. With tips on incorporating magnesium-rich foods into your diet, you'll be inspired to boost your intake and improve your overall health.

Marianna and Tony are breaking down the best and worst exercises for building the perfect back. Your hosts are here to help educate their listeners on one of the most important muscle groups that people seek to develop- the back. In today’s episode, listeners will learn the difference between training for width vs thickness, the best and worst exercises, important aspects in a good program, and so much more! All 12-Week Training Programs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access to all complete 12-week training programs HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FS Premium: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bonus episodes EVERY Friday answering your questions Weekly Legion supplement giveaways Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs Legion Athletics Discount ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements with code “FSPOD” at checkout here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Fitness Calculators: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: (9:32) Back Anatomy (19:59) Back Width vs. Thickness (27:12) Worst Exercises (34:30) Best Exercises (58:37) Recommendations for Building Back

Dive into the multifaceted world of vitamin D and discover its crucial role in health, energy, and sleep. Explore fascinating contrasts between U.S. and EU food regulations, debunking myths about ingredient bans. Learn step-by-step how to master pull-ups with targeted exercises for strength and form. Delve into managing PCOS through dietary strategies and lifestyle shifts, highlighting the importance of education and tailored approaches for better health.

What is the difference between health and fitness? Your hosts, Marianna and Tony, help clear up the confusion on the difference between being fit, thin, and healthy. In this episode of Fitness Stuff For Normal People, the goal is to ensure that listeners are getting closer to their goals and reaching those goals in a healthy way. BOGO 50% LEGION PROTEIN SALE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements with code “FSPOD” at checkout here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ All 12-Week Training Programs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access to all complete 12-week training programs HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FS Premium: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bonus episodes EVERY Friday answering your questions Weekly Legion supplement giveaways Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs Free Fitness Calculators: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Time Stamps: (7:10) BMI isn’t all that bad (29:10) Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss (38:34) Dangers of losing muscle (44:11) Bodybuilders vs. Health (55:22) More to health than the scale

Discover practical hacks for staying fit without breaking the bank. The hosts discuss budget-friendly dieting tips, cost-effective protein sources, and the pros and cons of gym memberships versus home equipment. Learn how to create a home gym on a budget and navigate the world of supplements with smart choices. They also explore the importance of structured training and how to effectively monitor health without expensive gadgets. Plus, insights on maximizing recovery and the crucial role of sleep in fitness!

Discover the secrets of progressive overload and its pivotal role in achieving fitness goals. Explore ten creative strategies to elevate your training intensity beyond just lifting heavier weights. Learn about the importance of perfecting techniques, tracking workouts, and the common myths surrounding weightlifting. The hosts emphasize gradual progression, returning to basics, and the benefits of structured training vs. random workouts. Plus, enjoy light-hearted moments amid serious fitness discussions!

One of your favorite series is back with a name change Welcome to the first episode of Micro-dose Mondays (Round Robins, just a different title)! In today’s episode, your hosts Marianna and Tony will be tackling four smaller topics requested by their listeners. As always, this podcast is based on science and research.  Today your hosts will be discussing what happens when you don’t eat enough, the difference between training to get stronger vs bigger, micro-dosing psychedelics, and the Kardashian supplement line.  All Training Programs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access to all complete 12-week training programs HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FS Premium: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bonus episodes EVERY Friday answering your questions Weekly Legion supplement giveaways Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs Exclusive discounts to brands like Oura Ring, Marek Health, ⁠⁠⁠Examine.com⁠⁠⁠ Other resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Legion Athletics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements with code “FSPOD” at checkout here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIMESTAMPS: (04:20) Strength vs Size  (20:35) Consequences of not eating enough  (42:25) Micro-dosing Psychedelics (58:29) Lemme Supplements 

Discover the surprising factors that affect your physical health beyond diet and exercise. Learn how your environment, personal independence, and financial security can shape your well-being in unexpected ways. Explore the influence of relationships on physical and emotional health and how a positive mindset can lead to better life outcomes. Delve into the gut-brain connection, understanding how mental health impacts digestive wellness. This exploration helps you rethink health from a holistic perspective.