Shows
Pick It Up PodcastEpisode 96 - 2024/January Programming Outlook.Solo one with Matt letting us know what’s coming up in 2024!
2023-12-2511 min2023-11-2613 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 74 - 7 Habits of highly effective gym goersIt’s been too long! Sorry about that! Matt & Hannah discuss 7 Habits they believe are keys to your success in the gym. Which one(s) do you have down? Which one could you go after this week to be more successful?
2023-11-1127 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 94 - Be BoringHannah and Matt discuss the best ways to get through the holiday season!
2023-11-1127 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 93 - Rowvember is coming!Let’s go! Our 3rd Annual Rowvember is right around the corner. Commit and put your name on a chart at the gym the next time you are in!
2023-10-2511 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 92 - Barbells & Broomsticks 2023Hannah and Matt go over the workouts for this years Barbells and Broomsticks Competition. The competition will be Friday October 27th! Let us know if you would like a partner!
2023-10-1914 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 91 - Which habits add up to being more fit?Take a listen and let us know what you would add to the list!
2023-09-0824 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 90 - The Whole Life Challenge!Hannah and Matt give us a quick breakdown of the upcoming whole life challenge! It begins September 30th and costs $59. Get signed up ASAP! Tell your classmates - the more of us signed up, the more successful we will all be!
2023-09-0413 min2023-08-1116 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 88 - Slippery StairsHannah and Matt talking about cutting themselves some slack.
2023-08-0430 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 87 - Team Summer Event 3 BreakdownM&H talk about the rower, sled, wall walks! And a documentary that we maybe recommend. Jury is still out.
2023-07-2609 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 86 - Team Summer Event 2!Hannah and Matt break down event two! Need a team! Let us know!
2023-07-2310 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 85 - Breakdown of event one for our Summer Team EventHannah and Matt cover the first event!
2023-07-2112 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 84 - What the heck should we call this competition?Hannah and Matt with a brief breakdown of the upcoming 4 person competition!
2023-07-0911 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 83 - Benefits of Olympic Lifting & Class Check In Update!Matt & Hannah discuss the benefits of Olympic lifting. We also announce all of those that have surpassed 50 classes so far! Are you on that list?!
2023-05-2916 min2023-04-1620 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 81 - Should you do more?Hannah and Matt discuss the need to want to do more after the workout. Which things should be in line before worrying about the extra stuff?
2023-03-1725 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 80- Preserve the Stimulus of the workoutMatt & Hannah talk about the purpose of scaling.
2023-03-0322 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 79- 7 ways to REST!Hannah and Matt discuss 7 different types of rest. And what not to buy Hannah for her Birthday!
2023-02-2420 min
For Stars PodcastIs Mike Teti There? (feat. Matthew Smith)Welcome to another episode of FSP, and today we highlight the iconic, Mr. Matthew Smith, better known in the rowing community as "@tigermattsmith" the Associate Head Coach on the Men's Heavyweight Rowing team at Princeton University. Coach Smith is a University of Wisconsin Graduate (Class of 2000), receiving an Army ROTC Scholarship, while also participating on the Men's Rowing team there as well. He was his team's captain for three years, medaling at both Eastern Sprints and IRA National Championships, and a three-time Academic All-Big Ten Selection candidate. Smith competed for the United States Under-23 Men's National Team as well.
2023-02-2037 min2023-02-1919 min2022-10-2909 minPick It Up PodcastOctober ProgrammingIt’s been far too long! Take a listen so you know what to expect in October!
2022-09-2510 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 75 - Looking ahead to July!It’s a Quick one! Matt gives us a quick breakdown of what to expect during the month of July!
2022-06-3010 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 73 - Quick recap of May and look ahead to June!Awesome work carrying all of those objects for over 325 miles as a gym! We have set the bar for next May! June we will repeat several benchmarks, some will have slight twists to them but will be fun nonetheless. Who was your favorite teenage mutant ninja turtle?
2022-06-0112 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 72 - Coach Sam!Matt sits down to get to know Coach Sam a little better! You’ll never guess what ALL of her tattoos are or her favorite Marvel Character.
2022-05-2534 minPick It Up PodcastCoach Clay’s RoutineHannah sits with Clay to discuss his daily routine and the habits that keep him on track!
2022-05-1532 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 70 - Coach Jeremy!Get to know Coach Jeremy better with this weeks episode! You’ll never guess how he met his significant other or his stance on what a Pb cup should consist of!
2022-05-0433 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 69 - May Programming and Loaded Carry Challenge!Matt briefly goes over what’s in store for May and covers the Carry Challenge and gives various ideas for how to keep it fun all month!
2022-05-0117 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 68- Hannah’s RoutineMatt sits down to talk to Hannah about her habits that lead to her success in the gym and at home!
2022-04-2426 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 67 - April ProgrammingMatt gives us a quick rundown of what’s coming up next month! Do you want to get better at pull-ups?! Do you enjoy bench press? Also don’t forget, The Committed Club is back! All you have to do is workout and you can win some stuff!
2022-03-3015 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 66 - Hannah and Wes!Hannah sits down with Wes for part 2 of our Day in the Life Series. We might learn how many saltines Coach Wes eats in a day! Thanks for listening!
2022-03-2037 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 65 - What’s Your Routine?Hannah asks Matt about his current routine. We will spend some time over the next month learning a little bit more about each Coach’s daily habits. We are hoping you can learn a little and maybe hone in on your daily routine!
2022-03-1318 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 64 - Competition Workouts released!They have been tested and everyone threw up! Here’s where you learn what you will be doing March 25th!
2022-03-0613 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 63 - Wes is Back!Wes and Matt recap the wave loading that started 2022! We hope you are ready for the retests this upcoming week! We talk about what’s coming up in March as well!
2022-02-2721 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 62 - Pick It Up Fitness Spring Cleaning March Madness Throwdown Showdown Bonanza CompetitionHannah & Matt go over the details for our competition on March 25th! Grab a partner and get signed up!
2022-02-2308 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 61 - Why Does Your Weight Fluctuate?Matt & Hannah go over some of the main reasons your weight jumps around so much! And The Committed Club is back!
2022-02-2013 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 60! - The Benefits of CardioMatt & Hannah briefly discuss the benefits of cardio training. You can do TOO much of a good thing, so keep that in mind! Also…have you really not tried a cold shower or cold plunge yet? We highly recommend it!
2022-02-1413 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 59 - The Benefits of Lifting Weights!Matt & Hannah discuss why it is so important to lift weights! It’s very easy to think that doing more metcons is the answer to reaching your goals, especially in the world we live in today. Faster! Faster! Faster! is certainly not always the answer.
2022-01-2615 min
Pick It Up PodcastEpisode 58 - Frequently Asked Nutrition QuestionsHannah tells us about the questions she gets asked the most during her nutrition consultations. Bottom line...Hannah gets fired up!
2022-01-1522 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 57 - Quick Recap of 2021 and Looking Ahead to 2022!Matt and Hannah discuss some quick highlights from 2021. What did they miss? What was a highlight for you? They also tell us what to look forward to at the start of this year! Make sure you are subscribed to The PIU Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts so you will always be up to date! Thanks for listening!
2022-01-0316 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 56 - Lean Body ProtocolIf you are listening you more than likely have great EXERCISE habits in your life, now let’s dial in the nutrition component. If you can dial in your nutrition your results will be remarkable! Our first Lean Body Protocol 6 week challenge is beginning January 2nd. Listen to Hannah give us all the details!
2021-12-1519 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 55 - 4 Pillars of HealthWe believe there are 4 important aspects of your health. Nutrition, Stress Management, Exercise, Recovery. Based on personal preference and our own goals we have our own order of importance. We discussed it briefly with Clay, Wes and Christian as well. Between the 5 of us, we ended up with four different answers. Take a listen and let us know how you would order these four for yourself!
2021-12-0818 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 54- December Programming ReviewMatt and Hannah quickly review November and give us a little bit of a heads up for December! The week of 12/19 we are retesting/establishing our 2 Rep Heavies for Deadlift, Power Clean, Front Squat.
We also discuss what we ALWAYS want to be able to do in the world of fitness and would love to hear your answers!
2021-11-2910 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 53 - Reindeer Games 2021Matt & Hannah are BACK! This time with a quick one breaking down what we have in store for Reindeer Games! There is still time to sign up! Open your members app and click Menu > Plans > Reindeer Games. Let's Go!
2021-11-2709 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 52 - Coach Clay & Z HealthMatt sits down with Coach Clay. This time we talk briefly about his career before fitness - it’s a surprising one! If you have seen him training his clients in the gym you have probably seen him do some odd drills with charts, pencils with letters on them and maybe even strange glasses. Clay explains Z Health for us. He gives us some real examples of how he has helped clients out of pain by thinking outside the box. Maybe he can help you!
2021-11-0534 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 51 - Our Next Strength CycleThank you once again to everyone that participated in Barbells & Broomsticks! We had a blast and hope you did as well! Matt explains what we have to look forward to in the month of Nov...I mean Rowvember! We are working our way towards 2 rep Heavies for 3 big lifts and the rowing challenge for the month will certainly aid in your recovery if you have the right approach!
2021-11-0114 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 50 - Benefits of Steady State Training & PIUs Biggest Team Challenge Ever!Steady State Training has lost a lot of it's respect over the past decade or so. Even in the fast paced High Intensity world of Fitness it has it's place. Matt outlines 3 big benefits to Steady State Training and lays down a team challenge for the month of November! Pick It Up has never had teams this big for any competition or challenge! It will require extra effort, sometimes before class, sometimes after class. We believe you guys are up for it and we know that it will be a great way to kick off the Holiday Season and...
2021-10-2613 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 49 - Getting to know Christian!Matt sits down with Christian to learn a little bit more about how he got started in the fitness industry. Christian has been in the fitness industry as a coach/trainer for over 10 years now! Should we have him do Fran in his full firefighter gear?!
2021-10-1338 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 48 - How to Stay Motivated!It's not just Matt this week! (Thank goodness!) Matt & Hannah discuss ways to stay motivated during your fitness journey! Don't forget our Halloween Competition is in a few weeks! Barbells & Broomsticks! If you need a partner please let us know and we will help!
2021-10-1023 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 47 - Quick Look at October ProgrammingBig walkoff victory for our PIU Softball team! Thanks Shannon!
Happy Birthday to Kristi, Chris and Charity!
Welcome (Back!) Kevin, April, Tyler, Sneha!
Matt talks about the upcoming workouts for October. We double down on Benchmark workouts -- 2x per week! Don't miss them!
2021-10-0514 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 46 - Partnerween?!Hannah and Matt discuss a new challenge that will kick off this week at PIU! We are heading into a BUSY season and we want you to stay on track with your health and fitness! Our "Fall into Fitness" challenge is an accountability challenge. You will need a partner and AS ALWAYS a good attitude! It will lead us to our Halloween Competition "Barbells & Broomsticks"
Sign up sheets will be on the front desk this week!
2021-09-2611 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 45 - Why am I not getting any results?Matt and Hannah conclude season 3 by running through a quick checklist for you to consider. If you aren't getting the results you want which of these do you think is the MAIN reason? Once you figure it out let us know and we can help come up with a plan of action together!
We briefly discuss Load vs. Capacity. We would highly recommend you listen to Episode 28 on this topic to help!
2021-09-1120 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 44 - September ProgrammingMatt gives an overview of what to expect during the month of September! We reestablish our 10 Rep Heavies in Front Squat, Strict Press and Deadlift. We will perform 4 benchmark workouts; Cindy, Icarus, Trident and Purple Cobra.
We are really excited that we get to continue to work on our Power Snatches! This past month has been a lot of fun to coach you through the different positions of a snatch. The improvements have been AMAZING!
2021-09-0517 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 44 - Getting to know Hannah!Pick It Up would not be what it is today without the nonstop work and dedication from Hannah! She has been shying away from the spotlight for years but since she's back to coaching you all on a weekly basis I finally convinced her to share a little bit about herself!
2021-08-2929 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 43 - Things to Look Forward to!We had a blast these past 3 weeks with the PIU Summer Games, we hope you all did too! We had many people step up and substitute for teams when necessary and Steve M. was a VERY BIG help coming out to help judge all 3 weeks. Thank you, Steve!
We wanted to let you all in on our calendar of events. While dates are not set in stone for everything just yet we wanted to still put these things out there so you all can plan and start scheming appropriately!
2021-08-0921 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 42 : Excuses Don't Make ResultsHannah and Matt discuss the most popular excuses! If these are ones you have heard before or are currently hearing from friends/family please share this episode with them! Thanks for listening!
2021-08-0121 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 41 - Coach ClayMatt finally sits down with your newest Coach! Listen up and learn more about the latest addition to the PIU Crew!
2021-07-2526 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 40 - 15 Weight Loss TipsMaybe you have heard some of these before, maybe you haven't. Either way, take a listen and see if you can put a few of these tips into action THIS WEEK!
2021-07-1926 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 39 - Workout TypesMatt breaks down the 5 categories a workout can fall under. Knowing the workout type will help you prepare for class and get more out of your workouts!
2021-07-1110 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 38 - PIU Summer Games BreakdownWe do our best to explain how the 2021 PIU Summer Games will work and answer your questions!
2021-07-0510 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 37 - Overrated/UnderratedMatt & Hannah share their opinions on exercises. Some exercises are done too often, some not often enough. It's always going to be a fine balance and things should always be tied to your goals. There's no need for you to do 1000 burpees this month.
2021-06-2028 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 36 - RX+? Eating like our Ancestors and Self Care for MenHannah & Matt talk about when to go RX+! Hannah's been reading and researching like always and shares a little bit about what she has come across lately in the world of Nutrition. We finish up by discussing self care for men. It's predominantly thought of as a topic for women but we need it too, guys! As always, thanks for listening!
2021-06-1429 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 35 - A Few of our Favorite Things!Every week we take many questions in the gym about various topics. Which sneakers should I wear to workout in? What are the best snacks to eat throughout the day? What if I'm going out to eat, where's a good/healthy place to keep me on track? And a few others. We put our suggestions/opinions in one place for you all - If you have any other questions please shoot us a message!
2021-06-0619 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 34 - Fit, Healthy & HappySummer is approaching and with all the fun that ensues we tend to get off our regular schedule. Matt and Hannah discuss fitness, nutrition and vacation tips to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals. They also discuss mental health and ways to stay mindful and intentional throughout the day. Thanks for listening!
2021-06-0131 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 33 - Building MuscleWe are back to talk a little bit more nutrition! You guys are busting your butts in PIU on a regular basis and we know you want to see those gains in the mirror. Are you consuming enough protein to help facilitate those changes? Hannah also lays out foods you SHOULD consume and gives us a big 3 to AVOID! Matt lays down a challenge for you to think about this week as well! Thanks for listening!
2021-05-2422 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 32 Alcohol & FitnessCan you reach your goals while drinking alcohol? How much is too much? Hannah breaks it down for us this week!
2021-05-1716 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 31 - Memorial Day MurphMemorial Day Murph is tradition! It's a great workout that is done in honor of Michael Murphy and one that we know YOU can do. It's a fun day and will be scaled like any other workout to suit your level. Ask your coach today how he thinks you should tackle Murph on Memorial Day!
2021-05-1012 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 30. Reminders from your coaches3, 2, 1 Gotta Pee! You can use the restroom anytime! Just one of a few things your coaches wish to remind you.
2021-05-0324 minPick It Up PodcastMember Spotlight - Andreana Aio!Matt sits down with Aio! She grew up in Hawaii and left when she joined the Air Force. She shares some of her ups and downs with us and smiled the whole time. She’s been with us for several years now and from day one has been a pleasure to coach. I think it’s safe to say we all enjoy class a little more when she’s in the room!
2021-04-2542 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 28 - Load vs CapacityMatt briefly talks about load vs. capacity. Injuries happen when your load exceeds your capacity and it does not have to. Take a look at your preexisting load and game plan what changes you can make to ensure you can take on more without causing any pain.
2021-04-1909 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 27 - Health & Fitness HacksFrom cold showers to blue plates to mediation, the little things matter and can make a huge difference in our lives. Learn a few health and fitness hacks that will keep you motivated and get you closer to your goals!
2021-04-1221 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 26 - Spring is in the Air!Matt & Hannah discuss some of the benefits to getting outside and enjoying some fresh air! The warm weather is here! Let’s all try to get out and enjoy it more than we have before!
2021-04-0525 min
Colorado Business Podcast#97 ~ Matthew Forster ~ Co-Owner of Pick it up FitnessWhen he first started his fitness business with his wife they had a small place to grow from but have since built up their own gym and team!
Learn about his journey and the steps it took to get to where he is now on tomorrow's episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast!
Help me welcome Matthew Forster, Co-Owner at Pick It Up Fitness
2021-04-0328 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 25. More Calories not CardioHannah and Matt discuss the importance of fueling your body enough to support your activity! Could you be eating too little to see the changes you would like to see? They also lay down the challenge, will you join us?
2021-03-2809 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 24. Whoop...There it is!What is Whoop? Why we love it and all the ins and outs that make it our favorite fitness tracker. https://join.whoop.com/PIUFitness
2021-03-2233 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 23: Jesse’s Back!Matt and Jesse sit down together to talk a little bit more about Jesse’s TRUE passion; cooking! He shares some tips on simple, healthy dishes you can add to your menu at home. He also proves he’s human and admits he has a sweet tooth!
2021-03-1930 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 22. The Sickness, Wellness, Fitness ContinuumIt’s never ending and constantly changing. We discuss the sickness, wellness and fitness continuum.
2021-03-1421 minPick It Up PodcastFrequently Asked Questions!We discuss the top 5 questions we get asked the most! If you have any questions you would like us to address please ask away! Email them to Matt@Pickitup.fitness
2021-03-0814 minPick It Up PodcastAre you a mouth breather?The downfalls of mouth breathing and the major health benefits of nasal breathing. You are asleep a third of your life, why not make it really good!
2021-02-2812 minPick It Up PodcastMeet Coach Dane!Matt sits down with Coach Dane! Dane has been in the fitness industry longer than any other coach at PIU. Learn how it all started for him in a small one stop light town in The Great State of Kansas! There have been some bumps along the road, some moves in and out of state but Dane has known for a long time now that he is doing what he should be. We are very thankful that he is a big part of PIU!
2021-02-2153 minPick It Up PodcastBreaking down the InbodyThis week, Matt discusses what makes the Inbody such a valuable tool at PIU. He breaks down what makes it more accurate than the handheld analyzers and at home scales. He explains what to look for on the result sheet and encourages you to hop on once a quarter to make sure the needle is moving in the right direction!
2021-02-1415 minPick It Up PodcastMember Spotlight - TylerMatt sits down with Tyler! They discuss everything from his “pet” bird Carmen and his younger days partying in Denver to starting a couple of businesses! They also cover what motivated him to put down the cigarettes and alcohol and ultimately get started with us at PIU! He’s ONE of the wise guys at 6am. When you think about it, it’s kinda crazy that we have so many wise guys in one class! We hope you enjoy the show!
2021-02-0757 minPick It Up PodcastCombatting InflammationWelcome to season 2 of the Pick It Up Podcast! Hannah’s back and providing some clarity on inflammation! Before they get into that they for no reason pick on Stolp’s choice of best show ever because after almost a decade together Hannah has finally given in and started to watch one of Matt’s favorite sitcoms.
2021-02-0128 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 15 - Meet Coach Wes!Matt sits down with Wes! They talk about his various moves across the country pursuing his coaching career. Learn how Wes’ wardrobe selection made proposing to Molly more difficult and hear his uncanny impersonations!
2021-01-241h 07Pick It Up PodcastEpisode 14 Member Spotlight - Eric Stolp!Matt sits down with (potentially) your favorite class clown Eric Stolp! They talk about The Office, Eric’s current obsession with the show Survivor and cover his college/Pro baseball days! Which famous Rockie do you think Eric hit in the head not once but twice?!
2021-01-1658 min2021-01-1527 min2021-01-0927 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 11. Catching up with Aaron VetackWe discuss when Aaron came to PIU and how he became a coach and what he is up to now!
2021-01-041h 13Pick It Up PodcastEpisode 10. A Year In ReviewSome of our favorite memories of 2020 and some exciting things to look forward to in 2021!
2021-01-0224 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 9. Goal SettingAs a family we have a go to to help us set goals/stay on track. Hannah discovered it from a home school company. We discuss setting new goals and challenge you to send us your January goal!
2020-12-2715 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 8. How to Boost Your Immune SystemWe discuss the best ways to boost your immune system through specific lifestyle choices.
2020-12-2020 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 7. How To Make A Workout GreatWe discuss the stimulus of a workout, programming, when to scale and when to not scale and much more!
2020-12-1426 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 3. Meet Coach JesseGet to know Coach Jesse, a California native who loves to coach and cook.
2020-12-0615 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 6 - Member Spotlight featuring Anna and Jesus!These two have been with Pick It Up for over five years now and are still two of our most consistent members! If you have ever worked out with them before we are sure you have shared a laugh with them. Get to know them a little better this week!
2020-12-0633 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 5 - Nutrition Talk! What the heck should you eat to maximize your gainz?Welcome back for episode 5 of the PIU Podcast! Matt interviews PIUs in house Nutrition Coach Hannah. They discuss the big nutrition picture (carbs, protein, fats) and Hannah gives ideas for what to eat before AND after class to see the best results!
2020-11-2928 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 4 - Flexibility vs. MobilityWhat’s the difference between flexibility and mobility? Are you just wasting your time doing silly stretches for no reason? Plus the worst song of all time!
2020-11-2326 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 2. Less Is MoreLess is more when it comes to exercise. It’s about quality of movement, time spent under tension, muscle recovery and so much more.
2020-11-0817 minPick It Up PodcastEpisode 1. The Origin of Pick It Up FitnessHow Pick It Up began and all the ups and downs to get to where we are. A fun filled episode with lots of laughter and reminiscing.
2020-10-3016 min2020-10-1700 min