In today’s episode of Thoughts on Thriving, I’m chatting with physical therapist, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, Dr. Shannon Ritchey. Dr. Ritchey's mission is to integrate current fitness research with her experience as a PT and trainer to educate others on effective fitness practices that don't wreck the body. She does this through her fitness platform Evlo Fitness, a structured, low-impact workout program that builds muscle without damaging one's joints. Shannon is also the host of the Fit Body, Happy Joints Podcast, where she breaks down myths, popular philosophies, trends, and mindsets to determine what actually creates sustainable fitness.
In this jam-packed episode, we chat about:
Dr. Shannon’s background as a physical therapist & why she started Evlo Fitness
Why MORE is NOT always better with fitness
Signs you may be overexercising
Does building more muscle actually correlate with burning more calories?
Does strength training make women “bulky”?
The Gentle Consistency™ approach to fitness
Are yoga and pilates enough to build muscle?
The 5 basics of muscle growth
How to eat for muscle growth & how much protein we *actually* need to build lean mass
Tips for optimal recovery
Does cycle syncing workouts actually work? & How to cycle sync while still building muscle
Debunking fitness myths on social mediaFor more from Dr. Shannon Ritchey:
https://www.evlofitness.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/
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