This week's Addicted to Fitness describes a movement assessment used to predict longevity. Nick discusses the results of a recent longevity study that suggest that individuals who have difficulty with going from standing, to sitting, and back to standing may be more suseptible to dying from natural causes. Nick also performs the movement assessment to determine his longevity score. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving ...
Jun 23, 2025•20 min•Ep. 474
This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness sheds light on the how plastic consumption is becoming an alarming health concern. Nick and Shannon share tips on how to reduce the alarming amount of plastics humans ingest on a yearly basis and tell you how their fathers influenced our approach to fitness on this old school episode. Original air date 6/17/2019. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in App...
Jun 16, 2025•37 min•Ep. 473
This week's Addicted to Fitness provides info on how you can avoid taking sick leave after your travel plans this summer. Nick and Shannon describe how exercise, hydration, supplementation, and cleanliness can minimize the fatigue and illnesses commonly associated with travel. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Visit addictedtofitness.libsyn.com to listen to our entire archive...
Jun 09, 2025•24 min•Ep. 472
This week's Addicted to Fitness determines if a specific type of bottled water offers more health benefits than regular tap water. Nick and Shannon describe what alkaline water is, the supposed health benefits, and whether or not you should spend extra money on this type of water. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Visit addictedtofitness.libsyn.com to listen to our entire arc...
Jun 02, 2025•33 min•Ep. 471
This week's Addicted to Fitness describes they best way to protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays. Nick and Shannon discuss the prevelance of skin cancer in the United States, the information your iPhone can give you about sun protection, and what ingredients you should avoid when purchasing your sunscreen. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Visit addictedtofitness.libsy...
May 26, 2025•30 min•Ep. 470
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on a particular health metric that you should be calculate on a daily basis. Nick and Shannon discuss the recommeded range for resting heart rate, chronic health conditions associated with elevated resting heart rate, how to lower your resting heart rate, and how & when to calculate your resting heart rate. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple P...
May 19, 2025•27 min•Ep. 469
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the impact Mom has on their children's physical fitness. Nick and Shannon share research that suggests that mothers that are more physically have children that are more physically fit. They also discuss how Shannon promotes the importance of exercise to their daughter. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted ...
May 12, 2025•35 min•Ep. 468
This week's Addicted to Fitness describes a recent incident involving a professional athlete prioritizing their mental health. Nick and Shannon detail how media's treatment of athletes forced tennis pro Naomi Osaka to withdraw from a major tournament due to mental health concerns. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook pag...
May 05, 2025•36 min•Ep. 467
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on how much and the best sources of a very important macronutrient. Nick and Shannon discuss why prioritizing protein is a must for anyone focus on losing weight & maintaining lean mass. They also explain how much protein someone should ingest on a daily basis and share numerous vegetarian and non-vegetarian protein sources. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating &...
Apr 28, 2025•38 min•Ep. 466
This week's Addicted to Fitness describes the strength gains wearing a weighted vest can provide. Nick and Shannon explain how a weighted vest can increase the intensity of lower impact exercises like walking and turn bodyweight workouts into legit strength training. They also provide a product review of Shannon's new weighted vest from Henkelion. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podc...
Apr 21, 2025•45 min•Ep. 465
This week's Addicted to Fitness shares the lesser known benefits of a supplement weightlifters have been taking for decades. Nick and Shannon discuss how recent research suggest that taking creatine monohydrate can improve cognitive function & mental health in addition to helping you gain more strength and muscle mass. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow t...
Apr 14, 2025•37 min•Ep. 464
This week's Addicted to Fitness is a retrospective analysis of the Covid-19 lockdown. In light of the recent 5 year anniversary of the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic, Nick and Shannon discuss how they & society has changed for the better or for the worse, in regards to health and wellness. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Fa...
Apr 07, 2025•38 min•Ep. 463
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the supplements they take on a regular basis to optimize their health. Nick and Shannon discuss what supplements, vitamins, and tinctures they utilize to address specific deficiencies and mitigate common ailments. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page ( Facebook.com/addicted...
Mar 31, 2025•40 min•Ep. 462
This week's Addicted to Fitness is the fourth in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you maintain the health & fitness intentions you set at the beginning of the year. Nick and Shannon discuss how sleep is the most important component of your health & wellness routine. They also outline how you can determine the optimal time of day to workout. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating...
Mar 24, 2025•36 min•Ep. 461
This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness debates which of the world's two most popular beverages, coffee and green tea, has more health benefits. In this old school episode, Nick and Shannon compare the caffeine, antioxidants, and other disease fighting components of green tea and coffee to determine which one is more beneficial. Original air date 08/02/21. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in...
Mar 17, 2025•47 min•Ep. 460
This week's Addicted to Fitness is the third in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you maintain the health & fitness intentions you set at the beginning of the year. Nick and Shannon discuss how multiple, short workouts throughout the day can be just as beneficial if not more than one contineous session. They also outline their own personal daily mini workout schedule they complete on a regular basis. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a l...
Mar 10, 2025•30 min•Ep. 459
This week's Addicted to Fitness is the second in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you maintain the health & fitness intentions you set at the beginning of the year. Nick and Shannon discuss the impact tracking your workouts & logging your meals can have on you reaching or surpassing your goals. They also recommend a few different methods, including their favorite smartphone app, to track your fitness progress. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodca...
Mar 03, 2025•30 min•Ep. 458
This week's Addicted to Fitness is the first in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you maintain the health & fitness intentions you set at the beginning of the year. Nick and Shannon discuss the importance of allowing your schedule to evolve during different periods of your life, the benefits of multiple, short workouts throughout the day, and the need to be ok with working out at different times of the day. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give...
Feb 24, 2025•37 min•Ep. 457
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on a particular joint that males need to be giving more attention. Nick and Shannon describe why males tend to neglect hip mobility, the detrimental effects of sitting on our hip mobility, the importance of hip mobility to longevity, and share a few moves that both test and improve your hip mobility. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Li...
Feb 17, 2025•30 min•Ep. 456
This week's Addicted to Fitness features a conversation on the lesser know benefits of physical intimacy. Nick and Shannon discuss how a prolonged hug, kiss, or even cuddling can improve your mood, heart health, muscle recovery, and immune system. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page ( Facebook.com/addictedtofitness...
Feb 10, 2025•29 min•Ep. 455
This week's Addicted to Fitness shares tips on how to maintain your fitness during the cold winter months. Nick and Shannon discuss how layering up before you head outside, acquiring a workout buddy/personal trainer, and morning workouts can help you keep your fitness intentions during the coldest & darkest months of the year. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & ...
Feb 03, 2025•35 min•Ep. 454
This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness features a product review of a very unique piece of fitness equipment. Shannon describes the health benefits, usability, and price point of an infrared sauna blanket from HigherDOSE while Nick sweats it out on this old school episode. Original air date 1/3/2022. If you want to learn more about the infrared sauna blanket and other products from HigherDOSE, visit higherdose.com . Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and ...
Jan 27, 2025•33 min•Ep. 253
This week's Addicted to Fitness describes how specific dietary items can help keep illnesses away during the winter months. Nick and Shannon discuss how incorporating food items like berries, dark leafy greens, kimchi, ginger, and more can help your immune system run optimally during the peak of cold & flu season. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Ad...
Jan 20, 2025•35 min•Ep. 452
This week's Addicted to Fitness examines research that links alcohol consumption to cancer risk. Nick and Shannon discuss the findings of a recent study that suggest that consuming 2 or less alcoholic drinks per day can still significantly increase your risk of developing 7 specific types of cancer. Shannon also provides a detailed explaination of the difference between setting intentions and creating resolutions. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let u...
Jan 13, 2025•28 min•Ep. 451
This week's Addicted to Fitness features both a look back and a look forward for the hosts of the podcast. Nick and Shannon share their own personal lists of accomplishments for 2024 and their health & fitness intentions for the New Year. Shannon also provides a detailed explaination of the difference between setting intentions and creating resolutions. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in ...
Jan 06, 2025•34 min•Ep. 450
This week's Addicted to Fitness gives you a preview of what topics will be at the forefront of health and wellness in 2023. Nick and Shannon put on their fortune telling hats and predict how weight loss medication accessibility, advancments in women's health, sleep therapy, longevity programs & practices, and more will be at the forefont of the health & wellness field next year. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by lea...
Dec 30, 2024•37 min•Ep. 449
This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness investigates which wellness trends are worth watching in 2023. In preparation for the ATF 2025 health & wellness predictions episode, Nick and Shannon share this old school episode that discusses the recent popularity of weight loss medication, sauna use, and the ever expanding world of supplements. They also compare these trends to the wellness trend predictions they made at the end of 2022. Original air date 9/4/2023. Follow the podcast profile on ...
Dec 23, 2024•38 min•Ep. 448
This week's Addicted to Fitness features a discussion on how healthly habits can help you manage the holiday season. Nick and Shannon describe how they are going to use working out and mindful eating to manage the stress commonly associated with the holiday season. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page ( Facebook.com...
Dec 16, 2024•43 min•Ep. 447
This week's Addicted to Fitness tries to answer an age-old nutritional question. Nick and Shannon discuss how your age, health & fitness goals, and personal digestion can determine if you should eat breakfast or not. They also outline what types and how much of food you should eat to break your fast. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitn...
Dec 09, 2024•34 min•Ep. 446
This week's Addicted to Fitness features this year's edition of gift suggestions for the fitness fanatic in your life. Nick and Shannon describe what resistance training equipment, recovery devices, and fitness trackers they would purchase for themselves or the fitness minded individual in their lives. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitnes...
Dec 02, 2024•23 min•Ep. 445
