What does drinking alcohol before, during, or after exercise do for your fitness? There's been a surprising amount of research, and the results are mixed, just like a cocktail! Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/alcohol-exercise https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...
Jun 30, 2020•18 min•Ep. 491
"Getting huge" isn't required to get fit, but it's fun! And even if you don't want huge quads, there are many reasons to make them stronger. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-to-get-huge-quads https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.faceboo...
Jun 23, 2020•19 min•Ep. 490
BODYCOMBAT is a boxing and martial arts based workout that you can do in your own living room. Is it worth your time and energy? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/bodycombat-review https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy ...
Jun 16, 2020•14 min•Ep. 489
Small calves can lead to slower sprints times, less stability on the court, lower jumps at the hoop, and a higher risk of injuries. Let's look at some simple strategies to strengthen them. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/build-strong-calf-muscles https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www...
Jun 09, 2020•17 min•Ep. 362
You work hard to stay fit, and you'd like increased muscle definition to show for it. This strategy prioritizes fat loss and muscle gain to get results. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/increase-muscle-definition https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe ht...
Jun 02, 2020•16 min•Ep. 488
You probably know about how much you weigh. You may even know your approximate body fat percentage. But do you know what your muscle mass is? Here's how to find out and why it's important. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/calculate-muscle-mass https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.qui...
May 26, 2020•14 min•Ep. 487
Failure isn't a weakness; it's an opportunity. A training log can help you track your failures and learn from them to become a better athlete. Here's how! Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/failure-training-log https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https:...
May 19, 2020•15 min•Ep. 486
Is your movement balanced and stable, or do you move in a way that could lead to fitness injuries? A functional movement screen (FMS) will help you pinpoint weaknesses and turn them into strengths. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/functional-movement-screening https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcast...
May 12, 2020•14 min•Ep. 485
A recent study challenged the commonly held belief that you have to lift to failure to gain muscle size and strength. Should you heed it? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/lift-failure https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFit...
May 05, 2020•10 min•Ep. 484
If you have loose skin after weight loss, first celebrate your weight loss victory! Then, learn more about the factors that affect skin elasticity and what you can do to help your body snap back. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/how-tighten-loose-skin-after-weight-loss https://www.quickanddirtyt...
Apr 28, 2020•15 min•Ep. 483
Get-Fit-Guy's guest, Tom Holland, embraces the philosophy of “excessive moderation.” Could it be the key to undoing the damage of our overly sedentary lifestyles? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/excessive-moderation https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscrib...
Apr 21, 2020•16 min•Ep. 482
Like online gaming, the idea of working with (or against) other people around the world, from the safety of your own home, has spread to fitness and exercise. How can you benefit from it? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/the-future-of-fitness-massively-multiplayer-online-training https://www.quickandd...
Apr 14, 2020•14 min•Ep. 392
Despite the good intentions and popularity of social media images depicting fit folks posing with motivational messages, Get-Fit Guy has to ask—are these images helping or hurting their target audience? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/does-fitspiration-help https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts ...
Apr 07, 2020•11 min•Ep. 481
Science and anecdotal evidence both agree that engaging in just a few minutes of exercise per day can boost your current mood and protect against future bouts of depression. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/exercise-prevent-depression https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirt...
Mar 31, 2020•16 min•Ep. 480
A recent study touted the heart health benefits of training for and completing a marathon. But is doing an event as extreme as a marathon really the best way to good heart health? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/marathon-heart-health https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirt...
Mar 24, 2020•13 min•Ep. 479
Even if you keep your distance, wash your hands, and avoid touching your face, you may still feel inclined to skip the fitness center during flu season or viral outbreaks. These tips will help keep you fit without hitting the gym. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/germy-gym https://www.quickanddirtytip...
Mar 17, 2020•13 min•Ep. 478
Body Groove was one of the top ten most Googled fitness crazes of 2019. Does it live up to the hype and provide a worthwhile workout? Get-Fit Guy renders his verdict. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/body-groove https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe htt...
Mar 10, 2020•15 min•Ep. 477
According to research, both men and women show decreased testosterone levels as they age. These scientifically proven workout strategies can help you increase this important hormone. Read the transcript here . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows here . Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter ....
Mar 03, 2020•14 min•Ep. 476
Chances are, you've been told you should log 10,000 steps per day on your fitness tracker. But a new study challenged that "magical" number with surprising results. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/10000-steps-flawed | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Feb 25, 2020•12 min•Ep. 475
Traveling rings offer not only great physical benefits but some of the happiest-looking workouts around! Here's how to add them to your fitness regimen. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/traveling-rings-fitness-fun | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Feb 18, 2020•17 min•Ep. 474
Squats are both a compound and function exercise, which means they're a must for fit folks. Let's look at five of my favorite squat variations to liven up the standard squat. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/5-squat-variations | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Feb 11, 2020•15 min•Ep. 473
I wore a fancy set of headphones during every workout for two weeks to see if it could help me improve my cycling. And it worked (I think) through a concept called neuropriming. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/halo-sport | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy...
Feb 04, 2020•20 min•Ep. 472
It's hard to do much of anything when you're under the weather. Are there benefits to exercising while sick, or will working out just make you feel worse? TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
Jan 28, 2020•17 min•Ep. 371
We wear sensors that track steps, heart rate, and calories burned. Soon, we may measure our sweat, too! What will those measurements tell us? TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/sweat | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Jan 21, 2020•13 min•Ep. 471
Whole-body Vibration Training promises some impressive fitness and health benefits, but is it as good for you as regular old exercise? TRANSCRIPT: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/whole-body-vibration-training | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/getfitguy...
Jan 14, 2020•17 min•Ep. 470
Can fancy-looking air filled boots play a role in our workout recovery? I asked physiology expert Dr. Jeff Martin to take a deep dive with me to find out. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/pneumatic-compression | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
Jan 07, 2020•15 min•Ep. 469
It isn't essential to our overall fitness, but having a few pieces of fitness gear on hand can help us stay motivated, give us a training edge, or allow us to reach that bucket list fitness goal. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/fitness-gear-2020 | 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...
Dec 31, 2019•13 min•Ep. 468
BODYPUMP is a resistance workout that uses barbells with very light weights and very high reps. They claim their workout is scientifically proven, so let’s see what the science says. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/does-bodypump-work-the-science-behind-the-workout 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...
Dec 24, 2019•15 min•Ep. 385
Exercise such as walking, swimming, and even dancing have been shown to be good for your memory, however the optimal intensity of that exercise has been unclear - until now. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/high-intensity-exercise-improve-memory | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy | Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetF...
Dec 17, 2019•9 min•Ep. 467
Travel, big meals, and time crunches don't have to interfere with your fitness goals. Staying fit during the holidays is easier than you think, and it can even help you de-stress! Read the transcript at: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/stay-fit-holidays | 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...
Dec 10, 2019•15 min•Ep. 466
