Stronger Than Your Boyfriend

By Barpath Fitness

Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a ... more

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How many episodes does Stronger Than Your Boyfriend have?

The podcast currently has 314 episodes available.

Stronger Than Your Boyfriend episodes:

October 18, 2022 Are You Going About Core Training All Wrong?
All about the core musculature, how to work it effectively, and why trendy core workouts don't work.

We talk our favorite core exercises that include flexion, extension, rotation, isometrics, and anti-rotation. We remind you that spot reduction doesn't exist, why you don't need to be doing one hundred crunches, and why breathing and bracing should be a main focus in large compound movements.

To read this episode, you can check out our article: How to Strengthen Your Core

Other resources mentioned in this episode:
Episode 18: Muscle Soreness: What it Means and How to Deal With It
Blog: Breathing and Bracing

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34min
October 13, 2022 Q&A 6: Deadlifts, Lifting Heavy, Macros
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast!
This week:
Q 1: Why do I feel deadlifts in my lower back?
Q 2: Should I be lifting heavy every time I go to the gym?
Q 3: What are macros and how do I calculate them?
Tune in to hear our answers.

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19min
October 11, 2022 Training after an Injury (What Happens After Physical Therapy Ends)
In this episode, we break down the RICE method and why it's not the best plan anymore according to research. We talk about the three phases of recovery and what to do after you see your doctor or finish physical therapy and you're cleared for regular exercise with a trainer.

The recovery does not end after the PT sessions! It's important to continue getting stronger and work on your imbalances even when the pain is gone. We talk about some of our mobility, stability, and strength drills when working on imbalances with clients post physical therapy.

We also talk about the scope of a personal trainer and the importance of getting clearance and working with allied health professionals if you are a trainer.

As we stated in this podcast, please seek out recommendations from your doctor or physical therapist. This podcast should not be considered medical advice and is meant for educational and informational purposes only. Please seek guidance from your doctor if you have an injury and you wish to begin or continue with an exercise program.

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45min
October 06, 2022 Q&A 5: Gaining Fat vs Muscle, Training to Failure, Protein Powder
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast!
This week:
Q 1: How do I know if the weight I'm gaining is muscle or body fat?

Q 2: Should I be training to failure every set? (study mentioned in the episode here)

Q 3: What is the best protein powder?

"Don't do something just because some bro with abs said so." - Katie

Tune in to hear our answers.

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16min
October 04, 2022 Training Around Your Menstrual Cycle
Should you adjust your training during various phases of your menstrual cycles?
How do you talk to your coach about your cycle and the effects of your cycle on your training?
What effect does having low body fat levels have on your period?

In today's episode we break down the basics of a general cycle as well as what happens to strength according to research. If you have a period and you're training (or you train clients who have periods), you'll want to check this one out.

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Study on training during follicular phase
Study 1 and study 2 with evidence to support higher frequency during first two weeks of cycle

If you'd like to read more on this topic, check out our article on Your Menstrual Cycle and Exercise

Be sure to join our facebook group to ask questions and get support through your training.

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34min
September 29, 2022 Q&A 4: How to Get an Instagram A**, What to Eat Before a Workout, How to Use the Smith Machine (Or Not)
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast!
This week:
Q 1: Best movements to grow the glutes?
Q 2: What should I eat before training?
Q 3: Can I sub Smith Machine squats & deadlifts for regular squats and deadlifts?
Tune in to hear our answers.

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19min
September 27, 2022 Muscle Soreness: What it Means and How to Deal With It
Today we talk about DOMS (Delayed onset muscle soreness), why soreness happens, and what it means. We also discuss how sore you should be and when as well as why muscle soreness does not mean you had an effective workout.

We also discuss research on foam rolling (does self myofascial release work?) and how to deal with muscle soreness.

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23min
September 22, 2022 Q&A 3: Rest Days, Favorite Cardio Moves, Shoes for Training
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast!
This week:
Q 1: How do I handle "rest" days?
Q 2: What are your favorite cardio / conditioning methods?
Q 3: What shoes should I wear when working out?
Tune in to hear our answers.

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17min
September 20, 2022 Progressive Overload, Periodization, and Programming
What is Progressive Overload?

This week we talk about how to and when to change up your training program effectively. In episode 12 we talked about why changing your workouts too much kills your progress, and today we discuss how long to stay consistent for and what rep ranges to work in.

What is Periodization?
Do you need to use it if you're not a competitive athlete? How do you peak or should you even be focused on PRs when training? We get into this briefly in this episode so you get a broad overview of the what and why.

We also talk about monitoring volume and intensity in your programming and how an outside perspective can help.

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23min
September 15, 2022 Q&A 2: Working Out when Traveling, Staying Consistent, Cardio Before vs. After Strength Training
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast!
This week:
Q 1: How do you stick with your fitness routine when traveling?
Q 2: Trainer Question - What are some tools to give your clients when they want to stop or they are are being inconsistent? (Or - if you're not a coach or trainer - what could you do if you find yourself being inconsistent?)
Q 3: Cardio before or after strength training?
Tune in to hear our answers.
Check out our bodyweight program if you need a solid program for your next trip.

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18min

FAQs about Stronger Than Your Boyfriend:

How many episodes does Stronger Than Your Boyfriend have?

The podcast currently has 314 episodes available.