The Balanced Bodies Blueprint

In this episode We join Bryan on his FIT40 Podcast to talk about what a truly effective health and fitness team looks like. We dive into how personal trainers, nutrition coaches, and medical professionals can work together to help people improve their health, prevent disease, and build sustainable habits that last for decades. Coach Vinny Email: vinny@balancedbodies.io Instagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodies Facebook: Vinny Russo Dr. Eryn Email: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.io Instagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodies Facebook: Eryn Stansfield Bryan Fitzsimmons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 LEGION 20% OFF CODE Go to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

Dr. Christle Guevarra gets real in this episode—sharing her personal journey from early fitness struggles and body image challenges to becoming a physician who now lives both sides of the conversation.We dive deep into what “food noise” actually feels like, how it impacted her relationship with food, and what changed when she started a GLP-1.She walks through her first week, the unexpected mental shift around hunger, how it affected her training, and the trade-offs that don't get talked about—like energy, muscle retention, and social eating. This is an honest, unfiltered look at balancing discipline with medication, and what she wishes more patients (and coaches) understood. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield Dr. Christle GuevarraInstagram: dr.christle LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

The peptide trend is everywhere…in wellness clinics, on influencer feeds, and now inside coaching programs promising six- and seven-figure practices built on injectable protocols. But what does the actual science say?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, Ph.D., a research scientist and contributing author at MASS Research Review whose sharp, no-nonsense breakdowns of health and exercise science have made her one of the most trusted voices for evidence-based practitioners. She joins us to dissect her viral article The Peptide Problem… and pull absolutely zero punches.We go deep on the three most hyped peptide drugs circulating in the wellness space right now (CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, and BPC-157), and the uncomfortable truth that their bold promises of muscle gain, fat loss, accelerated recovery, and anti-aging are built almost entirely on rodent data. Zero approved human trials. Zero FDA oversight. Zero manufacturing standards. Yet coaches are being handed pre-built protocols and told this is the new standard of care.Dr. Colenso-Semple explains why "natural" doesn't mean safe, why anecdotal success stories aren't evidence, and what the real risks, including tumor angiogenesis and immune reactions, could look like for everyday people injecting unapproved compounds. She also gives coaches a clear playbook for navigating client pressure, ethical red flags to watch for in mentorship programs tying coach income to selling unapproved drugs, and the evidence-based tools that actually move the needle when you strip the hype away.If you're a coach, trainer, or health professional trying to stay on the right side of science and your integrity… this one is essential listening Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield Dr. Lauren Colenso-SempleInstgram: drlaurencs1Website: https://www.drlaurencs.com/Mass Research Review Article: https://massresearchreview.com/2026/02/26/the-peptide-problem/ LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

Is obesity really just about eating too much — or is something deeper driving it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Yasmine Elamir to unpack the concept of “diabesity” — the intersection of insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, and chronic overeating. We explore how glucose swings influence hunger, why many people struggling with weight may have underlying insulin resistance, and how muscle, sleep, and diet can improve metabolic health over time. We also take a thoughtful look at GLP-1 medications, why some patients stall on them, and the biggest mistakes people make when relying on medication without addressing behavior and lifestyle. Dr. Elamir explains how to interpret glucose patterns, determine carb tolerance, and break emotional eating cycles using practical strategies. If you want a deeper understanding of the biology and behavior behind modern obesity, this episode delivers a clear, evidence-based perspective. Coach Vinny Email: vinny@balancedbodies.io Instagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodies Facebook: Vinny RussoDr. Eryn Email: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.io Instagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodies Facebook: Eryn StansfieldDr. Yasmine Elamir YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@diabetes_MD Instagram: diabetes_mdLEGION 20% OFF CODE Go to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Joe Zundell — aka “Cancer Daddy” — for a wide-ranging conversation on cancer science, early detection, and what's actually moving the field forward. We cover: • Multi-cancer early detection (MCED) testing and the promise of liquid biopsies • Accuracy, limitations, and clinical decision-making • Metabolic vulnerabilities in cancer (Warburg effect, glutamine dependence) • Epigenetics and tumor biology • Immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and radiopharmaceuticals • Translational research and the bench-to-bedside gap • Drug resistance and evolutionary pressure in cancer treatment • Personalized risk reduction and prevention strategies We also get very personal in this episode — discussing loss, integrity in academia, career pivots, and what truly drives Dr. Zundell's mission in cancer research. This is an honest, science-first, and deeply human conversation about cancer, prevention, innovation, and responsibility in modern medicine. Coach Vinny Email: vinny@balancedbodies.io Instagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodies Facebook: Vinny Russo Dr. Eryn Email: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.io Instagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodies Facebook: Eryn Stansfield Dr. Joe Zundell Email: drjoezundell@gmail.com Instagram: dr.joezundell LEGION 20% OFF CODE Go to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Fitzsimmons on his Podcast "The Fit40 Podcast" for a raw, no-filter conversation that every person trying to get healthier needs to hear. We're cutting through the functional medicine hype, the 500-lab-marker rabbit holes, and the supplement industry BS that's costing you time, money, and results. We get into what your blood work is actually telling you, why most people are skipping the most important phase before a cut, and the real price you pay when you try to rush the process. If you're a dad trying to figure out how to train smarter, eat better, and stop falling for the latest trend, this one was made especially for you. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order! Podcast Credit: The Fit40 Podcast

Dr. Eryn and Coach Vinny sit down with Dr. Karl Nadolsky, a board-certified physician specializing in obesity and metabolic health, to explore why weight loss is far more complex than calories, willpower, or trends. The conversation covers scope of practice, responsible collaboration between physicians and coaches, and how obesity is often misunderstood by both the public and professionals. Dr. Nadolsky breaks down how GLP-1 medications are prescribed in real clinical settings, where compounded and off-label use creates risk, and what long-term outcomes actually look like when behavior change is missing. They also discuss ethical concerns, prevention, and the future of obesity treatment, along with Dr. Nadolsky's clinic model and why he moved away from insurance-driven care. This episode is a grounded, evidence-based discussion for anyone serious about metabolic health and sustainable fat loss. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield Dr. Karl NadolskyInstagram: drkarlnadolskyWebsite: endocrineclinicatthegym.comPodcast: DocsWhoLift Podcast LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

In this episode, we tackle one of the most absurd trends in modern nutrition: the idea that vegetables are toxic. From oxalates to lectins to nightshades, influencers have turned normal, nutrient-dense foods into villains...but the science tells a very different story. We break down what large-scale human data actually say about vegetables, disease risk, and longevity, and dig into where the fear-based narratives about spinach, beans, and tomatoes come from. You'll learn the real context behind oxalates and kidney stones, the truth about lectins and gut health, and why personalization beats fear every single time. The bottom line? The problem isn't broccoli, it's bad science communication. If you care about evidence-based nutrition, this episode will remind you why simplicity still wins and why “boring” habits like eating your vegetables remain some of the highest-ROI moves for your long-term health. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

Retatrutide is being called the next big leap in medical weight loss...but does the hype actually match the human data? In this episode, we break down what retatrutide is, how it works as a triple-agonist drug, and what current human trials really show in terms of fat loss, metabolic health, and side effects. We also dive into potential benefits beyond the scale, realistic expectations compared to GLP-1 drugs, and the uncomfortable but necessary question: is retatrutide headed toward widespread misuse and abuse? This is an evidence-based, no-nonsense conversation separating clinical promise from influencer exaggeration. *** Phase 3 trials are underway but not completed, Coach Vinny misspoke in the background and said passed phase 3 instead of phase 2*** Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

Scope of practice is one of the most ignored, and most dangerous, issues in modern fitness and health coaching. In this episode, we break down what doctors, registered dietitians, nutritionists, personal trainers, and health coaches are actually qualified to do, and where crossing the line puts clients at risk. We discuss how fear-based marketing, anti-medicine narratives, and “do-everything” coaching models have blurred professional boundaries, leading to misinformation, missed diagnoses, and real harm. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who values ethics, evidence, and client safety over clout. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!