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The FitLife Formula Podcast7 Habits of Highly Effective Exercisers pt 2Today on Episode 70 of the FitLife Formula Podcast, we’re wrapping up our discussion of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Exercisers by bringing you habits 4-7.
Highly Effective Exercisers aren’t the people who have a ton of experience, or know how to put a workout together, or have flawless form on every exercise. They are the ones who always seem to find a way to get it done. They are effective at finding the time, pushing other priorities aside, and enjoying the opportunity to get moving.
If you missed part 1 in Epi...
2022-04-0122 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Exercisers pt1Take just a second to answer these 3 questions about your exercise routine.
Do you get to exercise as much as you want to (or as much as you know you should)?
When you exercise, do you feel like you get something out of it?
Do you feel like your exercise habits match the goals you have for yourself?
If you answered NO to any of the questions above, you’re going to love today’s podcast.
Today I'll share the habits that the very best exercisers have in commo...
2022-03-2415 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastNon-diet Dieting with Mary BalogToday's show features the newest member of the Advantage Personal Training team, Mary Balog.
Mary is a registered dietitian, and she's bringing us a refreshingly different take on dieting, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.
If you love this conversation (like I did. prolly my favorite episode yet) and you want to get in touch with Mary, you can reach out to her at mary@marybalogrdn.com.
To subscribe to the FitLife Formula Podcast, you can search for it on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe from there to get every episode delivered right to...
2022-01-1351 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastRow the Boat with AA Rowing ClubIndoor rowing is quickly becoming one of the most popular fitness trends, but it can't compare to being out on the water in a rowing shell of your own.
Join me as I chat with rowing club (and Advantage) members Paula Goforth and Margaret Hudson about why you should start rowing, what you should expect when you hit the water, and how you can row in the winter, and what you need to do to get started.
AARC will be at the Family Fitness Festival on Oct 2nd, helping visitors learn the basics of rowing on...
2021-09-2222 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastTry Hockey for Free with AA Amateur Hockey Assn.Hockey is a tough sport to get into. You have to know how to skate (or be willing to learn on the fly), buy all the equipment, find the right group to learn with, and pay for the ice.
Fortunately, USA Hockey has recognized this and helps youth organizations across the country introduce young players to hockey for FREE.
The Ann Arbor Amateur Hockey Association is one of those clubs that offers a "Try Hockey for Free" program several times a year. Today I'm chatting with Peggy Costello about that opportunity and...
2021-09-2218 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastHow to know when it‘s time for PT with Luke VossToday I'm joined by Luke Voss, a physical therapist at Med Sport in Ann Arbor. Luke is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and helps his patients move better and get pain free so they can get back in action, whatever that looks like for them.
Luke and I chat about how to know when it's time for some physical therapy, what to expect when you come into the clinic, and the other performance-related services Med Sport offers (you don't have to be injured for them to help you!
Med Sport will be joining us for th...
2021-09-1526 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastTry a Tri with the Ann Arbor Triathlon ClubToday I'm joined by Erin Pons and Kimberly Vaughn from the Ann Arbor Triathlon Club. The Tri Club exists to introduce people to the sport of triathlon, as well as give competitive athletes a community to train with.
On this episode, we chat about starting from scratch, what a week looks like for a triathlete, how the AATriClub is getting the community involved, and why education is such a big part of what the club offers.
The more you think about it, the tougher this sport becomes. 3 disciplines (swim, bike, run) wrapped into 1 race, with qu...
2021-09-1422 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastMind-Body Gym with Neuro Fitness Wellness CenterRecovery is one of the most important aspects of a good training program.
Just like your body needs to recover from tough workouts, your brain needs to recover from the stress life throws at you.
That's where Neuro Fitness Wellness Center comes in.
Today I'm joined by Peg Kelley to chat about the importance of making mental recovery a part of your week. Just like you would your exercise.
We'll talk about the tools available at NFWC like float tanks (sensory deprivation), cryotherapy, and the Neuroptimal system.
To learn more...
2021-09-1428 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastHit the track with AA Track ClubContinuing with our guests for the Ann Arbor Family Fitness Festival, Laurel Park joins me to chat about the Ann Arbor Track Club.
This is an organization for beginners and experienced runners alike, and they are the club responsible for the ever popular Dexter Ann Arbor Run that takes place (usually) in June of each year.
Laurel talks about the power of a community when it comes to running (a theme we're hearing a lot these days), the strength of the youth AATC, and the best ways to get started, even if you're starting from sc...
2021-09-1334 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Magic of Race Day with Eva SolomanEva Solomon of Epic Races joins us to talk about a return to in-person events, why race day is so special, and how to find a race that fits you.
Epic Races will be joining us at the Ann Arbor Family Fitness Festival with some great giveaways. To get more info about the festival, visit annarborfamilyfitnessfestival.com
2021-09-1122 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastA Running Community with Nick StankoOn today’s episode, we chat with Ann Arbor Running Company’s co-owner Nick Stanko about thriving during the pandemic (AARC opened it’s 3rd location over the summer!), why running is better in a community, and how people can get started if they like.
Nick will be joined by On Running, a fast growing shoe company, at the festival. There will be shoes to try on and prizes to win at the AARC table so be sure to stop by and see them.
Check out Episode 60 of the FitLife Formula Podcast he...
2021-09-0919 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastIntro to the Family Fitness FestivalExciting news from Advantage Personal Training!
We will host the inaugural Ann Arbor Family Fitness Festival from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 2, outside our facility at 2121 Oak Valley Drive in Ann Arbor. The free event is open to the public and will showcase the best local sports clubs and fitness studios.
Think of it as the Art Fair of Exercise. You'll find local fitness studios,
Drop by to watch a karate demo, try a yoga pose, or learn about youth athletic conditioning programs. Sample goodies from Argus Farm Stop, 19 Drips Coffee and Te...
2021-09-0710 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastPelvic Floor- Leakage, ED, and Core Training with Dr Katie WeingartzThe pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports our organs, regulates bowel and bladder control, and forms the bottom border of our abdominal musculature. Think of it like a hammock that sinks down into the middle of your pelvis.
This may be the most important group of muscles that no one talks about.
Dysfunction in this area can lead to bowel or bladder leakage (especially during strenuous activity), sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain or even low back pain.
Since these can be somewhat personal challenges, people don't often talk about them, and may...
2021-03-231h 34The FitLife Formula PodcastCold Water Immersion with Joe HasheyJoe Hashey found himself bobbing around in an icy pond at his home.
Not because he fell in.
But because he used an axe to cut a hole in the ice, and willingly slipped in for a 10-minute soak in the frigid water.
On this episode of the FitLife Formula I'm joined by New York native Joe Hashey to talk about his experiences with cold water immersion, and why it's a part of almost every day for him.
We'll be ta...
2021-02-0231 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastTalking to Your Best Friend (You)It's natural to be hard on yourself at times.
You might eat a bunch of crap food or miss a weeks worth of workouts, and your natural tendency is to be hard on yourself about it.
But what if your best friend came to you and shared that THEY had eaten a bunch of crap food or missed workouts all week. Would you respond to them the same way you talk to yourself?
In this episode of the FitLife Formula, I talk about changing the way you talk t...
2021-01-1415 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastVirtual Racing is....Virtually the same with Eva SolomonToday I'm joined by Eva Solomon, Founder and CEO of Epic Races in Ann Arbor.
Of course, an Epic Race looks different today than it did 8 months ago. With COVID-19, there is no opportunity to get 3,000 people together for the Ann Arbor marathon, so Eva and her staff have had to be creative.
On this episode we discuss
How casual 5k's and 10k's have been transformed into virtual events
The value of entering a virtual event or challenge
Why having a short term goal keeps you moving
How entering and part...
2020-11-2034 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastGrowing Food and Community with Tom and Vicki ZilkeFarmers markets and farm stands are growing in popularity as people start to see the value in fresh, local foods that support good health, good people (the farmers), and good communities.
Today I enjoy a conversation with Tom and Vicki Zilke of Zilke Farm Stand (zilkevegetablefarm.com) and Zilke Farm Kitchen (zilkefarmkitchen.com), both located in Milan, MI.
I have been a customer there for years, and can personally attest to all the great things they are doing there. Tom and Vicki swapped successful first careers to grow veggies and serve the...
2020-11-1036 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastKeeping your feet fit with Dr Ed ElliottYour feet are the foundation of your entire active life.
If you were a car, your feet would be the tires. Your engine might still want to go, but if the tires aren't in good shape, you may not be going far.
Sometimes we don't think much about them (until there's an issue), but as your base of support and the key to your movement, it's about time we consider a few things.
Like, how much arch support should you be using, if any at all?
2020-09-3033 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastMeeting the 6 human needs at the gymThere are 6 things that humans crave in order to feel their best. This list, made famous by Anthony Robbins, is not so much about the physical needs (food, shelter, water), but more about emotional needs.
The 6 Human Needs are
Certainty
Uncertainty (variety)
Significance
Love/Connection
Growth
Contribution
In order to have the best possible experience at the gym, and in your pursuit of health, all 6 of these needs should be addressed.
On Episode 52 of the FitLife Formula Podcast, I'll talk about these 6 needs and help you discover how you can...
2020-09-1826 minThe FitLife Formula Podcast3 Simple Ways to Control How You FeelSometimes you feel like there is nothing you can do to control your emotions. That makes sense, since they are deep-brain, hardwired chemical responses to the world around us. It would seem that something that is so biologically rooted couldn't possibly be influenced by our conscious efforts.
This would be like telling someone who is clinically depressed to "just feel better." If it were that easy, no one would need antidepressants and depression wouldn't exist.
Well, it's not exactly that easy (and I'm not at all diminishing depression as a disease), but t...
2020-08-2016 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastWhy you need the Buddy SystemWhen things get tough and sticking to healthy routines becomes a challenge, the Buddy System can help you stay on track.
Here's the story of Karen and Athena who, when the gym was closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic, kicked the buddy system into high gear to make sure they got to maintain their healthy habits.
We will also discuss why the Buddy System works and how you can add this secret weapon to your life to help you with any healthy habit you want to maintain (but struggle with on you...
2020-07-2913 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastOutdoor Exercise = Exercise SquaredGyms in Michigan are now able to run outdoor classes as we come out of the Coronavirus lockdown.
While some might feel like this isn't REALLY going back to the gym, I'm here to share several reasons why a class outside might be even better than a class inside the gym.
Tune in to find out why outdoor exercise can do even more for you than your usual gym workout!
2020-07-0220 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe 5 best ways to stay safe when you go back to the gymGyms in Michigan are set to reopen on June 25th, after being shut down for more than 3 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
There is a lot of uncertainty about whether it's ok for you to go back to the gym, so in this 25 minute episode I lay out what to consider, and the 5 best practices to limit your risk at the gym. We'll talk about
The difference between gyms and studios
Why strength training is even worth the risk
The factors you should consider when deciding whether or not to head back to you...
2020-06-2424 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastBalanced Meals with Josie EdmistonI wish I could tell you there was a specific diet that everyone could follow for optimum health and nutrition. Unfortunately, it doesn't work like that.
There are as many "perfect diets" as there are books on the topic. Every person on the planet has a way of eating that suits them best. Some do well on the Paleo Diet, some Keto, South Beach, Mediterranean diet, vegetarianism, intermittent fasting, low fat, etc. etc. No matter how you slice it, those diets just aren't going to be optimal for everyone.
There is one c...
2020-05-2658 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastTake the Real Food Challenge (for a day)We know real foods (rather than the processed edible products in the center aisles of the grocery store) should make up the majority of your diet.
In fact, this may be the most important factor in your health. Do your daily eating habits include a lot of real foods? Or are you eating sub par, nutritionally sparse food-like substitutes that are compromising your health?
This week, we have laid down the Real Food Challenge for our members. The goal is simple: for 4 days this week, consume only real foods.
2020-05-1225 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastMorning vs Evening: When should you exercise?2 special guests join me for this episode of the FitLife Formula Podcast.
Today, 2 Advantage members join me to talk about why they love a morning/evening workout.
This is always going to be a personal decision based on a lot of different factors, but Ted and Julie will be giving you some things to think about as you decide whether you will be a morning or evening workout person.
Maybe you already have a routine you love. If that's the case, you might want to tune in becaus...
2020-04-2834 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastKeeping (or ditching) your habits when your routine changesEpisode 44 of the FitLife Formula will help you take the good habits you have developed while you’re safe at home, and stick with them as life resumes after the COVID-19 pandemic.
There are several factors that will help you stick with healthy habits, and Google fitness manager Kate Owens will share the 4 most important elements that should be in place if you have habits you’d like to keep as you return to your old routine.
This is the audio from a virtual presentation Kate did for our members a few we...
2020-04-2156 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe 3 best tools for your home workoutAt the beginning of week 2 of the Coronavirus shut down, people are starting to look for the best ways to stay fit at home.
It turns out there are 3 tools that will get you most of what you could ever want/need in a workout.
On Episode 43, I'll share the 3 best tools you should invest in for your home. It looks like we're in for another 3 weeks of gym-lessness, but that doesn't mean your fitness routine has to go out the window!
Listen in, and then head to perf...
2020-03-2421 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Coronavirus OpportunityIf you feel like your world has been flipped upside down because of the Coronavirus measures that are interrupting almost every facet of your life.
Every facet except one... your health.
Health is on the top of everyone's mind right now, and the interruption of your daily life is a perfect way to build a new schedule around your health.
Check out Episode 42 to discover the hidden opportunity in this pandemic.
2020-03-1712 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastWhat to do when you plateauOne topic really caught fire in the gym a couple weeks ago, and it all came from one member asking me about what to do when she has plateaued.
We had an awesome conversation on the topic, and it got a lot of other interest in the gym. So if several people are wondering about this, I'm sure there are dozens more in the same boat.
On this episode, I'm joined by one our members, Carolyn Z, to talk about plateaus.
What are they?
Why d...
2020-03-1026 min
The FitLife Formula PodcastWhat to do when it's hard to get movingThere are times when, even though you KNOW you'll feel good if you get active or go in for a workout, you just can't quite find a way to make it a priority in your day.
Why is that? You know you'll feel better. You know it will give you energy and make you more productive. You know you'll enjoy the overall experience of a workout...
But you just can't bring yourself to build it into your day.
This episode of the FitLife Formula (15 minutes) talks about the c...
2020-02-2515 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThat feeling when you accomplish somethingThere's nothing like hearing the words of some one who's whole outlook on themselves has been changed. There's an unmistakable sense of accomplishment, pride, and hope when we talk to those members who have been through the New You Challenge.
Last week on the podcast, we heard from the 4 winners of last year's New You Challenge, just 1 week into their journey.
This week, we are sharing Eric's wrap-up where you'll hear about where he was when he started this program, the results he got, how he has changed now, and the 3 words he would use t...
2020-02-1111 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Joy of Getting Started"It's the start that stops most people."
This Don Shula quote couldn't be more true than when it comes to getting back in shape.
It's hard to get moving again when you haven't focused on it for a while, or when you have forgotten how good it makes you feel.
On Episode 38 of the FitLife Formula Podcast, I'll share real audio from actual winners of last year's New You Sweepstakes. This is from a video check-in 1 week into the program.
It's amazing to hear how excited, hopeful, and confident they feel alr...
2020-02-0612 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastBig Rocks and prioritizing what's importantWe hear it all the time... "I don't have the time or money to commit to this."
Even if "this" is something that will help you feel better, focus more, get more done, and be the best version of yourself.
On Episode 37 of the FitLife Formula Podcast, I'll talk about determining your Big Rocks... the most important parts of your life, your non-negotiables... and then making sure you have room for those big rocks in your life. We'll cover,
a great visual of what happens when you don't prioritize the right...
2020-01-2819 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastIt's Different in My Country with Jacinta DeAlmeidaThis wasn't in the plan for today, but an impromptu conversation with Jacinta lead to a discussion about the difference between what South Africans do and what American adults do.
When you look at the numbers, we as fitness pros are failing in our mission to help people lose weight and get healthy. Across the board, the health of our nation is deteriorating while the size of our citizens is increasing. There are obviously hundreds of forces at play here, but it's undeniable that other countries are doing something better than us.
Jacinta, as a South African, knows what th...
2020-01-2534 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastDry Needling with Greg SchaibleYou might want to tune in to this episode if...
1) you think dry needing and accupuncture are the same (it's not)
2) you're afraid dry needing will hurt (it won't)
3) you don't think dry needling will help (it does)
On the 35th episode of the FitLife Formula, I connect with Greg Schaible from On Track Physical Therapy, to talk about the benefits of a theraputic technique called dry needling.
We'll cover what's most important like
why needles?
who's it good for
who is it absolutely NOT good fo...
2020-01-1430 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThis meme pissed me offNot too many things really get me fired up, but I saw a meme the other day that plucked a nerve.
It came as a reply to a comment in in our members-only Facebook group, and I couldn't let it pass without this short rant. Our member posted it as a win for herself, which she has totally earned, but I have a problem with the way the meme is worded.
Tune in to this 10 minute episode to see what I mean.
2020-01-0710 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Simplest Diet Ever- Intermittent Fasting with Kyle NewellWhat if you didn't have to make an elaborate diet plan to help you lose weight.
What if there was a diet that didn't require you to keep a rigid eating schedule, restrict your food choices, do a ton of food prep ahead of time, or deny yourself when you're out to lunch or dinner with friends?
Well that diet exists, and it might just be the easiest way to lose weight, reset your metabolism, reduce stress on your body and improve your energy and clarity.
On this episode of the FitLife Formula...
2019-12-1744 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThrive with Andy MigneryTo kick off this week's celebration of our Healthy Holiday Party, we're chatting with former U of M football player and Thrive Juicery founder, Andy Mignery.
Andy was thrown a huge curve ball at the age of 38, and from then on he has dedicated himself to his own health, the health of his family, and now with Thrive Juicery (which now has 2 locations in Ann Arbor), the health of his entire community.
On this episode of the FitLife Formula, we will...
Get to know Andy's story and what led to the establishment of Thrive
D...
2019-12-1024 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastYou think you're strength training, but are you really?There are a lot of fitness places that claim to offer "strength training" as a part of their class, but in a lot of cases, that might be a stretch.
So if you are currently doing something you call strength training, check out this episode to see if you think it qualifies. You'll learn
why strength training should be a part of your fitness routine (and why it has such a prominent place in the FitLife Formula)
what exactly happens when you lift light weights
one thing that lifting light weights a bunch of times and li...
2019-12-0325 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastFit Friend Gift GuideEveryone has a friend who is way into fitness. It can be hard to know what to get them for the holidays, so I threw together this quick episode to offer 5 great ideas for you or your active buds.
1) Percussion massager, like Hypervolt or Theragun (link)
2) Chest heart rate strap (link)
3) Foam roller (link)
4) Enso silicone wedding ring (link)
5) Daily Harvest smoothies (link)
2019-11-2611 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastYour Daily DOSE: The brain balancing effects of exerciseYou know exercise is good for your body. And if you didn't you could pick up any health magazine and read the cover to find out how you can shred fat or get ripped.
You might also know that exercise makes you FEEL better, even if you can't quite put your finger on why it does that.
On today's episode you'll learn about the chemical cocktail that happens in your brain while you exercise, and exactly why you feel more alert, focused, happy and satisfied after you exercise.
We will also talk about wha...
2019-11-1925 minThe FitLife Formula Podcast"Reach" your Potential with Jolie LeviWhere do you go if you
1) Have a nagging pain, but it's not quite bad enough to put you in physical therapy (PT)
2) Just finished PT, but still feel like you need professional help with your homework
or
3) You just aren't consistent with stretching and maintaining good range of motion (like you know you should)?
Until recently, there hasn't really been a place for you. Now there is.
Reach Bodywork, an Ann Arbor facility hits this sweet spot. It's somewhere between Physical Therapy, Massage Therapy, and an At...
2019-11-1235 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastConsistency Trumps IntensityWhen it comes to exercise, diet, or any other good habits in your life, being consistent is much more important that going through bouts of intensity.
You've heard stories of people who try restrictive diets and fail after a few months because it's just not sustainable. Others go from no activity to intense workouts at the gym, only to find themselves sidelined by injury within a few weeks.
These are just a couple of cases where a less intense, more consistent effort would likely give you better results.
On t...
2019-11-0520 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastKeeping (good) Food on the Table with Liza BakerHave you ever been grinding your way through your week, getting the kids to practice, scheduling lessons, sneaking in a workout in for yourself, and then BAM!
Thursday night hits and you realize you don't have anything at the house for dinner.
My guest Liza Baker knows how to help. She's a health coach, mom, and former chef who wrote the book on cooking once and eating twice. In her self-published book, Fl!p Your Kitchen she shares simple, useful recipes that encourage you to look for opportunities to cook in batches and use the i...
2019-10-2943 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Problem(s) with Counting CaloriesAt some point in your life, there's a good chance you've been on the calorie counting train. You may even still have the dusty remnants of that time... a leftover calorie chart and a beat up food scale in the back of your cupbord.
I'm here to let you know you can ditch those old relics because there's an easier way to do things now.
And I'm not talking about a sophisticated new app or measuring device.
The solution is definitely low tech. It's been around for 10's of thousands of years. And it...
2019-10-2220 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastLong Term Cognitive Health with Kevin Carr(check out the outtake at the 1 minute mark. I’m human, and a little ditzy)
We know exercise, specifically cardiovascular exercise and resistance training, do great things for your body and your heart health, but there’s one benefit to exercise that’s often overlooked.
On this episode of the FitLife Formula, I’m talking with Kevin Carr from Movement as Medicine in Woburn, Mass. In addition to co-owning Movement as Medicine, Kevin is on staff at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (check out Episode 7 with Mike Boyle). So he coaches athletes a...
2019-10-1536 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe 12-minute walk that will change your dayIt's easy to dismiss meditation as just something that monks and hippies do, but as we learn more about the benefits of even the simplest meditation practices, millions of people are adding a bit of mindfulness to their everyday routines.
We now know that on top of helping you feel more relaxed, rested, and de-stressed, meditation can actually change the structure of your brain and help you think more clearly and even connect better with others.
On this episode of the FitLife Formula, I'll share a quick, simple 12-minute walking meditation to help you kick of...
2019-10-0817 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastLabel-ese: Translating the BS out of your food's packagingThe best way to improve your nutrition is to make a commitment to improve the QUALITY of the food you eat. In order to do that, you have to understand a bit about what the words on your food's package actually mean.
Some words are pure marketing, and other words have a strictly regulated meaning of standard and quality. How do you know the difference?
On this episode, I'll talk about what certain words tell you about the food you're eating, what words give you no information, and how to look a bit more critically a...
2019-10-0200 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Major Flaw in Goal SettingI can pinpoint the day I decided I wanted to play Division 1 College Hockey. I was in 8th grade, sitting at a Notre Dame hockey game, and I knew I had to play hockey in college.
At the time it seemed unlikely, but with that goal I was actually selling myself short.
On the 21st episode of the FitLife Formula, we'll discuss the part of the SMART goal setting framework I have a real problem with these days.
This is going to make you want to challenge the goals you've set for yourself, and...
2019-09-2418 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastMindset and Your Fitness Success with Vince GabrieleFour years ago I was introduced to a man who, I didn't know it at the time, was placed in front of me to turn me and put me and my business on the right path. He was and still is my guide and a big part of the reason that Advantage Strength is what it is today.
Today on the FLF, I sit down with MY coach Vince Gabriele, founder of Gabriele Fitness in Berkeley Heights, NJ to talk about the importance of mindset when it comes to fitness.
At Gabriele Fitness, Vince developed wha...
2019-09-1746 min
Fitness Business University PodcastBrian Sipotz from Advantage StrengthIn this episode, Big Tom talks to Brian Sipotz, owner and founder of Advantage Strength in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Brian started Advantage Strength with the goal of training high level athletes, specifically hockey players. Over the past few years, Brian has shifted his focus and now Advantage Strength is geared towards the adult population. Brian talks about how he transitioned into an entrepanuer, after a 10 year career in professional hockey. He then dives into the systems and strategies he has used to shift his model, build an amazing team and find more free time for h...
2019-09-1650 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastAvoiding Injury with Dr Kristopher AalderinkOrthopedic surgeons do amazing work.
But let's be honest, if you're seeing an orthopedic surgeon, you're not in the place you want to be.
On today's episode I'll sit down with Dr Kristopher Aalderink, an Orthopedic Surgeon at St' Joes in Ann Arbor, to talk about how you can keep yourself moving WITHOUT developing the pain or injury that comes with overuse or pushing too hard.
Among other things, Dr Aalderink and I will discuss
The injuries he sees the most in his OR
Why some people tend to push too far
The...
2019-09-1024 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe Many Factors of Weight Loss, with Tom LangtonThe most important factor in your weight loss success is NOT your diet.
Nutrition is an important factor, but there's a lot more that goes into it.
It also has a lot to do with your sleep habits, stress levels, where you eat, when you eat, how much you move, the environment you live in, how much support you have from your family and friends, etc. etc.
With so many factors playing into weight loss, it's easy to focus on the wrong things. Often at the expense of another component of your weight los...
2019-09-0335 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastExperts Agree...Breathing is ImportantIf you are listening to this episode, that means you're breathing. Way to go!
Let's look a little deeper though. Your breathing patterns could be getting the job done by getting oxygen into your body, but they could also be causing you neck pain, stress, poor posture and low energy.
On Episode 17, I dredge up an old Hockey Strength Podcast episode I did with Scott Livingston, a reconditioning expert in Montreal, Quebec. We talk about posture, how to get a good breath, and how you can use your breathing to help you relax.
2019-08-2829 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastFloat, Freeze, and Forget Stress with Peg KelleyAs a full time clinical counselor and operations manager at Neuro Fitness Wellness Center, Peg Kelley has seen the dramatic effect stress reduction can have on people's lives.
Today we're talking with Peg about how stress effects the body, and how we can reduce stress and live a better life.
Some of the things we'll talk about are
stress is stress, it all goes into the same bucket
how stress effects fitness goals
the benefits of floatation therapy
why freezing your ass off in the cryo tube can actually reduce stress
how the FitLife F...
2019-08-2024 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastGet Naked, Stay HealthyThis episode will knock your socks off.
Or at least make you think twice about wearing them all the time.
On episode 15 of the FitLife Formula, I share some ideas from Katy Bowman's book, Move Your DNA.
There are a ton of really interesting arguments in this book, but one thing that really stuck out to me is the idea that the mechanical forces of movement and your environment not only shape your body, but also determine how your genes express themselves.
When you think of it in this light, you start to think differently about your apparel and h...
2019-08-1321 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastRethinking Your Ab RoutineIf you're still doing crunches, side bends and twists for your core exercises, you need to listen to this episode.
On Episode 14 of the FitLife Formula, you'll find out exactly why those are the wrong choices (if you are interesting in having a healthy spine that is), and by the end you'll know what the right choices are for your ab exercises.
In this episode, you'll discover
exactly why you should avoid crunches and weighted twists
the real function of the abs
which part of your spine should move and which part should be sta...
2019-08-0724 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastFoam Roll Every Day... Here's Why.Physical Therapist extraordinaire Greg Roskovensky joins me to talk about something you should be doing every day, foam rolling. There's a reason we have more than 20 of them at the gym, and we use them at the beginning of every session.
Greg and I will talk about
how using the foam roller can improve your mobility immediately
why rolling out just 1 limb can effect your whole body
when should you roll? Before or after workout?
why your muscles can go from filet mignon to beef jerkey
how foam rolling can help you heal from injuries
Enj...
2019-07-3025 minThe FitLife Formula Podcast3 Keys to Thriving in the HeatOn Episode 12 of the FitLife Formula, I take advantage of some road trip time with a good buddy to talk about keys to thriving in your workouts, even when we're in the heat of the summer.
This topic was top of mind since we knew we were going to be golfing in over 90 degree heat, so we put some of these strategies in play that very same day.
Among other things, my buddy Matt and I will discuss these strategies for staying safe and performing well in the heat...
the importance of hydration
the ef...
2019-07-2326 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastChange Your Expectations --> Change Your ExperienceOn Episode 11 I'll share how much influence your expectations have on your experience of your day.
To put it another way... You get what you expect.
Your expectations and your environment have a profound ability to shape who you are and how you experience the world. The great thing is, you have full control of your expectations, and in many cases, you can make positive changes to your environment.
Tune in to today's episode to discover how these factors can help you or hurt you.
2019-07-1617 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastStop Hating on These 5 FoodsOver the last couple decades, there have been a lot of foods that have fallen out of popularity for one reason or another. Here are a few that you should bring back into your diet!
2019-07-1022 minThe FitLife Formula Podcast5 Fun Facts to Improve Your Fitness RoutineToday I'll be talking about 5 fun take-home points from the Perform Better Summit I attended last weekend
A Vince Lombardi story I've never heard about how he made his final cuts.
The proper way to do a side plank (and it's not the way we've been doing it [oops])
Why you should stop doing this move to crack your back
The ugly truth about cardio and fat loss
What happens when you lose your mobility
2019-07-0323 min
The FitLife Formula PodcastGetting Back to Where You Want to Be with Sara GronewoldSara Gronewold is an Advantage member, owner of Gronewold Bodywork (gronewoldbodywork.com), and a former collegiate and world champion rower, but about 3 years ago she found herself having physical pain and lacking the motivation to even get moving again.
See what Sara has to say about her rowing career, what's unique about the training we do at Advantage, the thing she loves most about our members, and how Advantage helped her get her mojo back.
2019-06-2527 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastWhat's Most Important with Mike BoyleStrength and Conditioning legend Mike Boyle talks about what adults need most, what they lose first, and why we train like athletes. You'll also discover...
who Coach Boyle cals "Crossfit Refugees"
what's the biggest difference between athlete programs and adult programs
why we need to start jumping
why what we do is the Mercedes of training
Enjoy!
2019-06-1832 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe key to enjoyable running with Nick StankoOn today's episode we'll connect with Nick Stanko, co-owner of the Ann Arbor Running Company, to discuss running, footwear, injuries and community.
We'll tackle...
what's the key to enjoyable running?
is running for everyone?
80% of the shoes on the market are wrong for you
and much more
Visit the AARC at https://www.annarborrunningcompany.com/
2019-06-1124 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastDo Something that SucksThe last (and toughest) part of the FitLife Formula is to do a workout that is REALLY hard each week. Today we're talking about High Intensity Interval Training or HIIT workouts.
You'll learn
the many benefits of HIIT training
how much is too much
why most people don't do it
why this is an important piece of your FitLife Formula
2019-06-0421 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastAvoid Skinny Fat with Strength TrainingOne of the key parts of the FitLife Formula is to strength train 2 (or 3) times a week. Check out Episode 4 to find out more about the benefits of strength training and why it should be a part of your formula every week.
2019-05-2800 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastNot all workouts have to be hardToday on Episode 3, I'll share the most important part of the FitLife Formula, do something you enjoy 3 days every week.
It's not that simple though. Listen in to find out what 2 caveats there are to this rule, discover why difficult workouts can actually do more harm than good, and why you shouldn't "have to" work out ever again.
2019-05-2118 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastThe 4 factors to help you stick with it, with Kate OwensOn Episode 2, I sit down with former Advantage Strength intern and coach, recent U of M grad and published author, Kate Owens, to talk about her new book, Rootless.
Tune in to discover how Reflection, the presence of Others, taking things One at a time, and Tailoring your fitness program will help you establish a successful long-term fitness and health routine.
2019-05-1423 minThe FitLife Formula PodcastYour Intro to the FitLife Formula PodcastWelcome to the FitLife Formula Podcast, bite-sized but filling episodes to help men and women ages 35-65 live more, play more, and feel stronger than ever before so they can stay active with family and friends and keep doing the things they love to do.
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2019-05-0711 min
Four Pillar FitnessHappy Hour w/Brian Sipotz: Hockey, Role Models and FunToday's Friday Happy Hour episode of the Four Pillar Fitness podcast features Brian Sipotz, Owner and Head Coach at Advantage Strength in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Brian was a draftee of the NHL's Atlanta Thrashers (now the Winnipeg Jets) and played for Chicago in the American Hockey League for 7 years.
We're talking about:
> What it was like to play pro hockey for seven years!
> USA Hockey's Athlete Development Model (ADM) and how it is impacting the youth hockey world.
> The balance between high school and youth travel hockey.
> How game play creates opportunities for athletes to develop.
> Brian's passion for FUN...
2018-10-0543 min
The Strength Coach Podcast210- Youth Training Roundtable- Jim Kielbaso, Darryl Nelson, Brian Sipotz Highlights of Episode 210 Hit the Gym with a Strength Coach Youth Training Roundtable- taken from Episode 31 of Strength Coach TV Jim Kielbaso (IYCA), Darryl Nelson (USA Hockey) and Brian Sipotz (Advantage Strength) get together to talk about: ** The Evolution of Youth Training- the biggest changes over the last 15 years ** What are we doing right in Youth Training ** Problems with current industry practices ** The future and how we can make it better The Coaches Corner with Coach Boyle Coach Boyle joins me to discuss: **Social Media takeaways from the PB Summit **Training Hamstrings- Is There a Right Way? **The thread called “Ho...
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The Strength Coach PodcastEpisode 160- Strength Coach Podcast
Highlights of Episode 160
"Hit the Gym with a Strength Coach" - Brian Sipotz, former pro hockey play, owner of Advantage Strength in Michigan as well as HockeyStrengthandConditioning.com, discusses how is pro background has helped his training, the evolution of training in hockey, the big rocks with hockey players, and his topic from his upcoming clinic, The Great Lakes Hockey Strength & Conditioning Clinic.
"The Coach's Corner with Coach Boyle"- Coach Boyle talks about the book "The Knee in Sports", the book club at MBSC, the "Science of Crawling" and the Warm Up Sequence.
Check o...
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