Sit-ups and crunches are popular exercises for abdominal muscles, but they're not for everyone. In today's episode, Dr. Jonathan Su discusses the pitfalls of these popular workouts. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Aug 30, 2021•10 min•Ep. 548
No matter how fit you are, if you exercise regularly, chances are that lunges and squats feature into your regular workout regimen. It turns out that one of the two is better than the other. Learn which exercise to prioritize and why.
Aug 23, 2021•9 min•Ep. 547
Whether you're just getting into exercise or you've been working on your fitness for a while, exercise-related knee pain can slow you down. This episode covers how to banish knee pain in just six minutes with three simple exercises.
Aug 16, 2021•9 min•Ep. 546
Olympic athletes aren't just physically fit -- they also use mental fitness techniques to succeed. Learn how to adopt these techniques yourself in this week's episode of Get-Fit Guy.
Aug 09, 2021•10 min•Ep. 545
Last week, Brock Armstrong introduced the new host of the Get-Fit Guy podcast, Dr. Jonathan Su. In this episode, the two fitness buffs discuss optimizing performance, fitness trends, and the best way to get and stay fit.
Jul 27, 2021•13 min•Ep. 543
After four fun-filled years as the Get-Fit Guy, Brock Armstrong is passing the barbel to a new fitness professional, Dr. Jonathan Su. Today, the two fit buffs sit down for an in-depth interview to learn more about the new Get-Fit Guy. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twit...
Jul 20, 2021•15 min•Ep. 542
Exercising consistently is hard. The only way to succeed is if your desire to get fit is greater than your desire to stay in bed. That is where intrinsic motivation becomes your best tool. Get-Fit Guy explains. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy...
Jul 13, 2021•10 min•Ep. 541
The "Moving Together Outside" campaign increases access to outdoor spaces to help increase physical activity in all communities, especially those most vulnerable to lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Get-Fit Guy interviews the campaign's spokesperson, Dr. Amy Bantham for the details. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health...
Jul 06, 2021•15 min•Ep. 540
Exercise scientists have studied and written articles repeatedly on what time of day is the best time to work out and yet we all know people who buck the trend and work out at times that would make those researchers choke. So, are they wasting their time or are we?
Jun 29, 2021•15 min•Ep. 396
Did you know that you are essentially rolling out your brain when you foam roll your glutes? Get-Fit Guy interviews Michael Cummings, Director of Education for TriggerPoint therapy, about the benefits of foam rolling. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickand...
Jun 22, 2021•13 min•Ep. 539
In the entire history of the fitness industry, consumers now have more choices than ever. But how to know which devices or services to spend your hard-earned money on? Get-Fit Guy interviews Colleen Logan of ICON Health & Fitness and professional cyclist George Hincapie to help cut through the hype. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-lo...
Jun 15, 2021•11 min•Ep. 538
Bone health and bone density are two things that most of us don’t think about until much later in life. But bone loss can begin in late 30s and early 40s, so don’t put it off until it is too late. Get-Fit Guy and Dr. Marc Bubbs discuss simple ways to reverse and prevent bone loss. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets...
Jun 08, 2021•9 min•Ep. 537
Working out at home is a great way to stay fit, but buying items like a weight bench can be costly and cumbersome. Get-Fit Guy has 9 exercises for an effective chest workout without a bench (plus for 4 supersets!). Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddir...
Jun 01, 2021•12 min•Ep. 536
Is it possible for kids to learn, grow, move, and use their creativity while listening to podcasts? A new service called Pinna believes it is. Get-Fit Guy interviews Pinna CEO Maggie McGuire to learn more about this innovative new way to get kids moving. Read the transcript . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtyt...
May 25, 2021•15 min•Ep. 535
Biomechanist Katy Bowman, a leader in the Movement movement, has written a new book to teach us the critical role of movement to the human body (it's basically a nutrient!). And more importantly, how we can get our kids moving again. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https...
May 18, 2021•14 min•Ep. 534
What are shin splints, what causes them, and which exercises can help get rid of them? Get-Fit Guy has the solution to your lower leg pain. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFit...
May 11, 2021•10 min•Ep. 533
An important aspect of finding the elusive perfect workout is also finding the perfect recovery time between sets. But this endeavor may be more about intuition than science with a hefty dose of "it depends" thrown in. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.qui...
May 04, 2021•12 min•Ep. 532
Fitness Explorer Darryl Edwards has a message that might be music to your ears: It isn't natural for humans to exercise. Instead, he invites us to play. Here are his three tips for making the world your fitness playground. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/hate-exercise-play https://www.quickanddi...
Apr 27, 2021•22 min•Ep. 531
It may look like half of a stability ball, but the fitness device known as a half dome or BOSU packs a whole workout punch. Here's how to use a BOSU correctly and make it a vital part of your home workout. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/build-balance-strength-bosu https://www.quickanddirtytips....
Apr 20, 2021•13 min•Ep. 530
Surprise! Skinny people can be unhappy with their bodies, too. I asked a bones-to-bulk expert to share some quick tips to help even the skinniest ectomorph build some muscle. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/Get...
Apr 13, 2021•9 min•Ep. 529
What did a recent study of a short Dutch workout called Fit20 reveal about the benefits of working out for just 20 minutes once a week? The biggest takeaway might be that training like a pro athlete isn't the right approach for mere mortals. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/shouldnt-train-like-pr...
Apr 06, 2021•10 min•Ep. 528
Good range of motion is the key to living a mobile, active, and fit life. But range of motion can decrease after an injury or as we age. Expert Shane Dowd joins Get-Fit Guy to talk about the three exercise pillars that will help you get and stay fit and flexible. 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/range...
Mar 30, 2021•19 min•Ep. 527
Jumping rope is a great way to boost your heart rate, create some spring in your legs and of course burn some calories. It's good for the heart, it strengthens both the upper and the lower body and it can be safe and a lot of fun, once you learn 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/best-jump-rope-wor...
Mar 23, 2021•16 min•Ep. 374
Can virtual reality games encourage fitness? Get-Fit Guy tested the new Oculus Quest 2 to learn more about VR and fitness. He had fun, but did he break a sweat? 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/virtual-reality https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https...
Mar 16, 2021•12 min•Ep. 526
Can short bursts of exercise sprinkled across your day allow you to achieve your goal of living a more active lifestyle? My guest believes they can! 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/micro-workouts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebo...
Mar 09, 2021•16 min•Ep. 525
Crawling is a great way to maintain strength, mobility, and coordination as we age. Here are the many benefits crawling will add to your fitness routine and some exercises to help you make the most of your fun on all fours. 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/best-crawling-exercises https://www.quickandd...
Mar 02, 2021•9 min•Ep. 524
Consistency is undoubtedly the most important component in achieving and maintaining your health and fitness goals. Get-Fit Guy invited author and educator Dean Dwyer on the podcast to teach us his magic formula to achieve what he calls a "successful body." 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/magic-of-co...
Feb 23, 2021•15 min•Ep. 523
An off-the-cuff home workout circuit during a period of dismal weather led me to ponder the history of the modern gym and where movement and fitness went awry. There are really just four simple things you need to do to stay fit, and none of them involve fancy gear or a 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/exe...
Feb 16, 2021•12 min•Ep. 522
The team at a Finnish company called Veri believes that we can take control of our health by harnessing the power of tracking and monitoring our blood sugar levels. Get-Fit Guy gets to the bottom of how you can use this info to help improve your fitness. 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/can-monitoring...
Feb 09, 2021•20 min•Ep. 521
Have you tried a weighted vest? If you haven't, this might the time to try adding one to your workout for an additional fitness building edge. Get-Fit Guy explains 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/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy http...
Feb 02, 2021•11 min•Ep. 520
