The Blue Shoes Fitness Podcast

The Blue Shoes Fitness Podcast

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The Blue Shoes Fitness Podcast episodes

  • 17. 4 Lessons I've Learned From Having 4-Pack Abs

    This episode is all about setting fitness goals that are actually meaningful to you - not just goals that you feel like you "should" have. I share 4 lessons that I've learned from a "4-pack mindset," which has been both freeing and fruitful!


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    Thanks for checking out this episode of the Blue Shoes Fitness Podcast! 👋🏼  


    If you want to learn more about what I do as a coach, here are some ways to get plugged in!

    1. 1:1 online strength/nutrition coaching: www.blueshoesfitness.com

    2. "Strong Shepherds" group training program: www.blueshoesfitness.com/strongshepherds 


    You can also hang out with me elsewhere online! 

    - Blue Shoes Fitness Instagram: www.instagram.com/justinratkovich

    - Blue Shoes Fitness Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/blueshoesfitness


    Thank you for supporting BSF, and I'm glad you could be here today! 🙏🏼  

    - Coach J

    29 min
  • 16. What Does "Fitness For Parents" Even Mean?

    When it comes to strength training and nutrition programming for parents, we have to take into account a handful of unique considerations in order to build a program that's actually helpful. Let's take a look into some of those factors, and figure out what you can do about them!


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    Thanks for checking out this episode of the Blue Shoes Fitness Podcast! 👋🏼


    If you want to learn more about what I do as a coach, here are some ways to get plugged in!

    1. 1:1 online strength/nutrition coaching: www.blueshoesfitness.com
    2. "Strong Shepherds" group training program: www.blueshoesfitness.com/strongshepherds


      3. You can also find me hanging out elsewhere online!

      • Blue Shoes Fitness Instagram: www.instagram.com/justinratkovich
      • Blue Shoes Fitness Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/blueshoesfitness


        • Thank you for supporting BSF, and I'm glad you could be here today! 🙏🏼

        - Coach J 

        26 min
      • 15. How To Write Your Own Workout Program In 2021

        If you want a workout program that fits your exact needs for your specific goals, what's the best place to start? If you're short on time, effort, and fitness know-how, you can hire a Coach like me! If you have some extra time, effort, and fitness know-how, you can write up your own basic program by following the 5 simple steps listed in this week's episode!

        Here are the 5 simple steps to give you a quick outline to go off of:

        1. Write out your goals/progress metrics

        2. Write out your workout parameters
        3. Choose your workout split
        4. Choose your exercises
        5. Choose your rep/set scheme

        There's a 6th bonus step that will help tie them all together, too - enjoy the episode!

        - Coach J

        35 min
      • 14. 7 Things To Do Before 2021

        You probably don't need a list of even more things to do this holiday season - after all, it's the busiest time of the year, and most parents like us are already busy to begin with! This list here is all about simple things that won't add to the clutter, but rather will help free up more of your time and energy as you head into the new year. Enjoy!


        - Coach J

        24 min
      • 13. Fitness For The Whole Family

        What does the phrase "your fitness is not your own" even mean? More importantly, how do your fitness goals improve the lives of those around you and closest to you? We'll tackle these questions (and more!) in today's episode! - Coach J

        23 min
      • 11. Q&A: Getting Leaner Without Getting Bigger
        If you've ever worried or wondered about getting more lean while not building "too much" muscle, this episode is for you! I address the question as it was asked by a friend on Instagram, and as importantly, we'll talk more about the true heart behind the question. There might be more to this one than meets the eye!
        31 min
      • 10. Q&A: Progressive Overload at Home
        Are your home workouts too easy for you? Have you outgrown all of the equipment you have at home - if you have any at all? In this episode, Drake asks about how to create progressive overload in his home workouts in order to keep building muscle. I have a few key takeaways for you (5 actually!) to help you make the most out of your gym-less workouts right now. Enjoy!
        35 min
      • 9. The Struggle to Find Motivation
        If you've ever struggled with motivation along your fitness journey, you're in fantastic company! We've all been there (myself included!), and the land of boredom and tireless wandering can be difficult to navigate on your own. That's why I put together these 3 tips of how to get out of a motivation rut and how to regain your momentum. Enjoy the tips, and reply with any follow-up questions that come up for you! 💬
        34 min
      • 8. How to Transition Back Into Gym Workouts
        Are you headed back into the gym in the near future? Maybe you're wondering what precautions and strategies you shouldn't use to make the most out of this time? This episode is for you! We'll talk about some real specific applications as well as some big picture mentalities to get you off on the right foot as you reconnect with your beloved gym home!
        38 min

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      The faith and fitness podcast for parents like you.