This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the recent Peloton commercial and the subsequent social media response. Nick and Shannon discuss their feelings on whether or not the claims of sexism and body shaming on social media over the exercise bike's newest commercial are warranted. 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/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This week's Addicted to Fitness gives you an updated version of the pros and cons of regular coffee consumption. Nick and Shannon list the health benefits & disadvantages of the world's most consumed beverage in light of a recent article linking coffee consumption to elevated blood sugar & insulin resistance. 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/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This week's Addicted to Fitness describes the mental and physical benefits of practicing gratitude during the holiday season. Nick and Shannon discuss their definition of gratitude, the scientific research associated with giving thanks, and how they practice gratitude during the holiday season. 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/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This week's Addicted to Fitness gives you tips and tricks on how to incorporate your kids into the meal preparation process. Nick and Shannon discuss how they create their grocery list based on their child's school lunches, incorporate their child into the cooking process, and abandon the idea of keeping a tidy kitchen when their daughter is helping out with meal prep. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.

This episode of Addicted to Fitness features an interview with fusion scientist, sleep hygiene expert, and Chief Science officer of Chili Products and the co-inventor of the ChiliPad, Tara Youngblood. Nick and Tara discuss how personal health issues inspired the creation of the Chili Pad, the importance of sleep quality over sleep quantity, and how regulating temperature while you sleep can lead to better sleep. If you're interested in learning more about Tara and Chili products visit chilitechnology.com.

This week's Addicted to Fitness goes in-depth on the topic of workout recovery. Nick and Shannon discuss how to tell the difference between a sore muscle and a strained muscle, the best recovery method for bodybuilders, the importance of ice baths good for endurance athletes, and more. 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/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This week's Addicted to Fitness informs you on new health foods/trends you can expect to see at Whole Foods Market in 2020. Nick and Shannon discuss banana flour, blended meats, alcohol alternatives and innovative food items that may be making their way into your shopping cart next year. 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/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This week's Addicted to Fitness explains why the perception of self-care created by the media results in an unrealistic view of this important health component. Nick and Shannon discuss the definition of self-care, the shaming aspect of media's portrayal of self-care, and their recommendations on attainable self-care practices. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the ATF Facebook page (Facebook.com/addictedtofitnesspodcast).

This episode of Addicted to Fitness features an interview with doctor of chiropractic, low-carb advocate and CEO & owner of the Nutrition Healing Center of Ann Arbor, Dr. Darren Schmidt. Nick and Darren discuss his experience with lactic acidosis, the FDA's need to change the food pyramid and how recent changes in agriculture reflect the recent changes in our eating habits. If you're interested in learning more about Dr. Darren visit thenutritionalhealingcenter.com and/or his YouTube channel.

This week's Addicted to Fitness describes the benefits and pitfalls of telemedicine. Nick and Shannon recount their first virtual doctor visits and evaluate the pros & cons of telemedicine. This also premiere the October ATF podcast challenges. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating and review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page (Facebook.com/addictedtofitnesspodcast).