It can be tempting to do the same workout every day. 

If you find a workout on the internet that promises perfect abs, huge arms, or toned legs, why wouldn't you do the workout that promises to get you to your goals?

Well, it doesn't quite work like that. So in this episode I explain why you usually shouldn't do the same workout every day, the rare occasions when you should, and how to do it right.

Meditation has so many benefits. It helps to improve feelings of well being and contentment, can relieve stress and anxiety, and can have positive effects on heart rate.

Starting a meditation practice is a useful part of your fitness and wellness habits.  But it can be a little daunting or difficult to get started.

In this episode I'll explain what is the best type of meditation for beginners and how to get started.

If you've been training for a few months, you've likely noticed some changes to your rate of progress.

This is normal as you make progress. In fact, there are 3 main phases of progress you will go through. Knowing what they are all about will help you to make better, more long term progress.

In this episode, we'll discuss some of the differences in these phases and why you need to be aware of phase 2.

If you're like me and starting your fitness journey with existing injuries or chronic pain issues, it can be tough to tell the difference between pain and discomfort.

Pain is a sign to stop what you're doing, but discomfort is necessary for fitness progress. So how do you tell the difference?

In this episode I share some tips to help you understand the difference.

Of course, none of this replaces the advice of a doctor, and if you have a medical issue you should get help from your doctor.

Many people lift weights and do resistance training so that they can strengthen their bones.

But how heavy should you lift, or how much resistance should you use if that is your goal?

Do exercises like swimming or cycling help?

In this episode I'll answer these questions for you.

Burpees are a popular exercise that many coaches use in a wide variety of of programs.

But in most cases, burpees aren't the best exercise choice for the goal.

Here are 3 alternatives that are better for power, conditioning, fat loss, and functional fitness.

One of the most common questions I hear from folks beginning their fitness programs is "How long should I rest between sets?"

In this episode I'll give you two ways to know if you're ready for your next set.

In this episode I explain how focusing on too many things can wear you out and slow your progress, and why focusing on one goal at a time is the best way to approach your fitness as well as other things you want to have positive impact on.

When life throws you a curveball and disrupts all of your routines, it's useful to have a simple exercise and nutrition plan to fall back to.

Simple plans are durable plans. And in this episode I'm going to explain how to do just that.

Here's a link to the article mentioned in the show about RPE training. http://ashestarbuck.com/how-to-choose-intensity-for-strength-training/

Clean eating means different things to different people. But the phrase "clean eating" carries with it some problematic notions that relate eating to morality.

In today's show I talk about why referring to a method of eating as "clean" is problematic, and has no place in an inclusive fitness and nutrition approach.