Today's episode is all about cheese and crackers! At least that's how the conversation started - and from there it grew into a raw and open discussion around the evolution of Lauren's relationship with food and eating. While the episode is about food and eating, there will be no diet talk or advice about how *you* should approach food and eating. It's simply a look into some of the phases Lauren has been through (with Jason by her side through it all) and where she's at today. Follow Us: Reasona...
Sep 05, 2023•41 min
It's part THREE of our 3-part getting started with barbells series! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell deadlift! We get into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the deadlift by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frustration and need for a ton of cues and corrections once you're working with the barbell, and instead help prepare your body for the barbell lifts by going through different exer...
Aug 15, 2023•45 min
Today we're finally back to our 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell bench press! We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the bench press by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frustration and need for a ton of cues and corrections once you're working with the barbell, and instead help prepare your body for the barbell lifts by go...
Aug 10, 2023•53 min
It's finally here! We've been teasing our biggest project of the year for a few months now, and we're so excited to finally release our new mobility program, Pursuit:Mobility! Pursuit:Mobility is a 6-week progressive routine that consists of daily 5-minute mobility sessions. This program is the ultimate mobility solution for anyone leading a full and busy life. In today's episode we walk you through the different "eras" of our journey with mobility training - from long foam rolling sessions and ...
Aug 04, 2023•38 min
Today after we catch you up on where we've been the last month (sorry about that!), we have two VERY special guests in the house! Marcus Filly and Dre Mayes joined us in our studio for our first ever 4-person interview! We kicked things off Q&A style, but it quickly became an easy flowing conversation amongst friends. We know you're going to enjoy this one! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak Follow Our Gu...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Today we're kicking off a 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell back squat. We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with barbell squats by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frustration and need for a ton of cues and corrections once you're working with the barbell, and instead help prepare your body for the barbell lifts by going thro...
Jun 29, 2023•53 min•Ep. 58
Today's Q&A episode goes from lighthearted to vulnerable to educational - we cover it all, and we hope you enjoy the variety of topics in this one! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code JLPAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash bac...
Jun 20, 2023•48 min•Ep. 57
Today's episode features special guest, Dr. Dillon Caswell! Dillon is a sought-out enthusiastic clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy with expertise and a Board Speciality Certification in Sports working with a range of everyday to elite professional athletes. He desires to empower and educate the next generation by cutting through the biased lies surrounding the human experience by constantly seeking and delivering the truth in science and healing. This mission has fueled him to write an inspirin...
Jun 06, 2023•53 min•Ep. 56
Today's guest is Martinus Evans, author of, The Slow AF Run Club: The ultimate guide for anybody who wants to run. Today we spoke with him about strategies to start running in the body you're in right now, and how to shift your mindset and embrace running at a slower pace in order to get yourself moving! Martinus is doing amazing things for the running community and there's so much to gain from this interview even if you're not a runner (yet!) Links: Book: The Slow AF Run Club: The Ultimate Guid...
May 31, 2023•32 min•Ep. 55
In today's episode we are sharing an interview we did for The Prehab Podcast with Dillon Caswell! In the interview we discuss strategies to make fitness approachable for everyone, tips to take care of yourself during hectic times or busy schedules, things to think about when posting to social media as a health & fitness professional, and how we handle working together as a married couple! We had so much fun being on the other side of podcasting as the guests rather than the hosts, and we hop...
May 23, 2023•39 min•Ep. 54
Today's Q&A episode is specifically geared toward beginner lifters! We tackled some of the questions that you've been "afraid to ask" and we really hope this is helpful for anyone who might be newer to lifting! With that said, we think even folks who have more experience in the gym will still get a lot out of it, so we hope you all enjoy this one! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak Links and Codes: RISE P...
May 16, 2023•48 min•Ep. 53
Today we're going over the what, why, when, and how of maxing out! There are several reasons you might want to test out your one rep max on main lifts such as squat, bench, deadlift, military press, hip thrust, etc. In this episode we discuss the benefits, outline strategies to effectively work toward a max out, and explain exactly how to approach max out day from warm up sets to safety to execution of the lifts! Below is a quick sample 11-week program that we mentioned in the episode. For this ...
May 09, 2023•57 min•Ep. 52
Today we're taking you through one of the more confusing parts of following a structured workout program: how to choose your weights! Some programs (like RISE) use RPE, some use RIR, and some use percentages, but the reality is none of these systems are perfect, and there are pros and cons to all of them. Today we deep dive into how to use RPE (rate of perceived exertion) and why it's our favorite method for selecting weights! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% ...
Apr 25, 2023•39 min•Ep. 51
In today's episode we're taking you through the most important training considerations as an athlete, especially in the post-college years! This one will be so helpful for folks who are wanting to continue participating in the sports they love for many years to come! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Free D...
Apr 18, 2023•47 min•Ep. 50
We're seeing a trend in fitness right now where some coaches and trainers are bashing certain exercises because they're not "optimal" for muscle growth. In today's episode we discuss how this is a reductionist view of fitness and really minimizes it down to just aesthetics without seeing the bigger picture. We also share how we actually do enjoy a lot of the "optimal" movements when sprinkled in to a well-rounded program, but just wish there was more nuanced discussion around why and when to use...
Apr 11, 2023•37 min•Ep. 49
We talk a lot about progressive overload and long-term strategies for making improvements in the gym, but today we're going over some tips that will instantly boost your gains just by implementing them in the moment! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources Foll...
Apr 04, 2023•44 min•Ep. 48
In today's episode we interview our long time friend and colleague, Justice Roe Williams! Justice is a certified personal trainer, founder of the Queer Gym Pop Up, Executive Director of Fitness4AllBodies, and most recently, co-editor of his upcoming anthology, Deconstructing the Fitness Industrial Complex: How to Resist, Disrupt, and Reclaim What It Means to Be Fit in American Culture. In today's episode we chat about how we've learned from each other on our journeys as coaches, what true inclus...
Mar 30, 2023•40 min•Ep. 47
Today we have another Q&A episode for you and we really loved diving into these three topics! We hope you enjoy this one :) Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenp...
Mar 28, 2023•35 min•Ep. 46
We have a very special guest for today's episode: Hollywood actor and mental health advocate, Sarah Gilman! Sarah became well-known for her role as Delia in the Disney Channel series "I Didn't Do It," and she currently plays Penny on CSI: Las Vegas. Not only has Sarah made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, but she is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness. Through her personal experiences with OCD, depression, and disordered eating, Sarah has become a powerful voi...
Mar 23, 2023•50 min•Ep. 45
Today we have a Q&A episode for you where we answer some of your frequently asked questions! We hope you enjoy these topics and if you'd like to hear more Q&A style episodes, let us know on our Instagram page @reasonablyfit! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/fre...
Mar 07, 2023•40 min•Ep. 44
Whenever we hear meal prep we think about stacks of Tupperware with meticulously calculated portions and it makes us want to run in the other direction. But we realized that there are components of meal prepping that are actually very helpful in maintaining not only an overall healthy diet, but a healthy relationship with food at the same time, and we're sharing those with you today! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code ...
Feb 28, 2023•32 min•Ep. 43
Let's talk about GLUTES! Training for bigger glutes is one of the most common goals we're seeing right now, but are aesthetics the only reason to train your glutes? And are there any downsides to training your glutes for aesthetics? We discuss it all in today's episode! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Fre...
Feb 21, 2023•30 min•Ep. 42
Today we talk about how training like an athlete can be extremely beneficial for the general population. We go over what training like an athlete means, what a workout would look like, and how you can incorporate the principles into your fitness routine! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot : Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics : Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Free Downloads: jas...
Feb 14, 2023•45 min•Ep. 41
The ultimate resource for how to get your first pull-up! From form to mindset to programming to technique, we've got you covered! As for the program, here it is all written out: 1) Use a band you can get 8 reps with, but start at 5 reps. Week 1: 3 sets of 5 Week 2: 4 sets of 5 Week 3: 5 sets of 5 Week 4: 3 sets of 6 (deload) Week 5: 4 sets of 6 Week 6: 5 sets of 6 Week 7: 3 sets of 7 (deload) Week 8: 4 sets of 7 Week 9: 5 sets of 7 Week 10: 3 sets of 8 (deload) Week 11: 4 sets of 8 Week 12: 5 se...
Feb 07, 2023•50 min•Ep. 40
In today's episode Lauren shares a little more of her story as someone who struggled with disordered eating and body dysmorphia. Last week we posted a video on Instagram in which Lauren talked about a specific picture of herself from high school that she constantly used as "motivation" to try and make herself look the way she did in that photo at all costs. When we posted it we were shocked at how many people said they had their "photo" too, and it made us realize that while these struggles are ...
Jan 31, 2023•37 min•Ep. 39
On this special episode, we were guests on the American Glutton podcast hosted by Ethan Suplee. Ethan is a film and television actor best known for his roles in Remember the Titans and American History X. On American Glutton, Ethan talks about his two decades of weight gain and loss, what worked and what didn’t, and he brings in guest experts to offer their perspectives on all things weight loss, health, and wellness. We were honored to bring our unique perspective to his podcast and we're excit...
Jan 24, 2023•54 min•Ep. 38
In today's episode we're not holding back and we're giving all our thoughts on Equinox's "we don't speak January" campaign! We had posted about the campaign on Instagram and realized it was actually quite the polarizing topic! So we're taking this opportunity to expand on why we feel the way we do about the campaign and how we think we can move forward in a more positive way as an industry! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @j...
Jan 17, 2023•42 min•Ep. 37
Today we're doing a deep dive on our third reasonably fit principle: "consistency over intensity." We outline why more intensity isn't always better when it comes to your workouts, and how lowering the intensity can often lead to better consistency in the long run! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak Links: RISE Program Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources...
Jan 03, 2023•41 min•Ep. 36
Today's episode is for all the aspiring personal trainers who are trying to figure out the best steps for how to get started! We start by sharing our path into the industry and then we bring in special guest, Jibby (@studio.jibby) who shares her unique transition from a secure and lucrative software engineering career to betting on herself and pursuing her passion as a fitness professional! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @j...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 35
Today we've got another deep dive on one of our Reasonably Fit principles: "health over fitness." In this episode we explore the idea that sometimes chasing after aesthetic or outcome-based goals can actually come at the expense of our overall health and well-being. We break down what this can look like and help you to recognize if there are areas in your life where you might be sacrificing your well-being in pursuit of "fitness" achievements. Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfit...
Dec 20, 2022•31 min•Ep. 34
