Body Rockin' Goals

You may have heard about the reintroduction of the President's Council on Physical Fitness test in schools. Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast remember what it was like when we were in school and you may too.

Join Lora, Darlene, and Wizard as they reflect on the different ways the test used to be implemented and how they fared.

They also offer some tips on what it could mean for your kids and how you can help prep...

Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast know how difficult it can be understanding how to navigate seemingly endless nutritional choices.

In this week's episode, Darlene, Lora, and Wizard unpack some ways to make smart choices that fit your specific goals.

What are ultra processed foods? Lora helps define what they are and why they are so prevalent in our diets.

Nutrition can be confusing and we try our best to simplify...

This episode of the Body Rockin' Goals podcast is brought to you by the letter "E", and this week "E" stands for exciting!

When was the last time you played? I mean play like a seven year old would play? You may work out. You may even have fun working out, but this week Darlene and Lora discuss the importance of tapping into your inner child while reaching for your fitness goals.

Wizard tells a tale about watc...

We talk a lot about creating routines when it comes to achieving your own Body Rockin' Goals and few things can disrupt that routine more than vacation.

Lora and Darlene discuss their own personal experiences while on vacation. How did they handle their dietary needs? How did they manage their activity levels? Did they need a vacation from their vacations? We discuss.

Plus, we tackle new policies and recommendations when it comes...

Lots of folks are going on vacation this time of year and your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast are here with some helpful tips to help you have fun while still staying on the path to your fitness journey.

Should you work out on vacation? What about the foods you eat? Darlene and Lora offer some great advice on both.

As a bonus, the BRG crew discuss some of the situations to watch out for when going through airport secur...

Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast tackle the grocery store this week.

The discussion began with a video we saw complaining about the high cost of food so we dive into some strategies for getting the most nutritional bang for your buck at the store.

We call it "strategic shopping".

You'll get a lot out of this informational episode and we think you'll have some fun along the way.

Thanks for listening a...

For some reason the Body Rockin' Goals team chose to refer to this episode as "Booty-licious" and I'm not sure why.

The real topic is goal-setting. Some of us struggle with the idea of setting goals. Or we have a tendency to self-sabotage before we begin.

In this episode, Lora, Darlene, and Wizard go through the process of goal-setting step by step with varying opinions as to the process.

It was a lot of fun to make ...

Join the Body Rockin' Goals team as we review our experiences performing the "Murph" workout in this fun-filled episode.

Darlene and Lora discuss the steps they took to prepare for Murph in the gym and in the kitchen. Plus, they review what it takes to recover from a strenuous workout.

Wizard mostly complains.

And we take a brief visit to the classic film "Terminator 2". That's always a good time.

Learn more about the origins of the Mu...

It's another fun-filled episode of the Body Rockin' Goals podcast and we think you'll really like this one.

If you've been following the BRG crew for a while, you know we've changed our programming in the gym and in the kitchen.

One of the new pieces of equipment Darlene has added to the gym is the safety bar for squatting. She goes into detail explaining the back squat, it's benefits, and how to squat safely.

Lora poses the question,...

Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast are digging deep this week and we're talking gardening.

There's nothing that tastes better (or healthier) than a fresh piece of fruit or vegetable you've grown yourself. Darlene, Lora, and Wizard talk about the steps to take if you want to grow your own food.

It doesn't have to be difficult. Start small and grow from there. Partner with your neighbors and grow all kin...

Sometimes you're firing on all cylinders and nailing all your fitness goals. Sometimes we slip. You're friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast know what it's like.

In this informative episode, we discuss not just goal setting and dealing with yo-yos, but we dig into some of the mental traps that may be holding you back.

And what about walking as part of your fitness regimen? Darlene and Lora what happens when you start walking... ...

Hold on to your hat! Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast are covering a bunch of topics in this fun episode.

Ever wonder about intermittent fasting? Lora explains some of the theories behind it.

Ever think about trying to follow the Rock's fitness routine yourself? Darlene breaks down just what it takes.

Do you like donuts? We talk about them too.

We have a lot of fun making the Body Rockin' Goals podcast and we hope you hav...

We get a little deep in this episode of the Body Rockin' Goals podcast.

The only consistency in life is change. We've all been there. Sometimes change is forced upon us and sometimes we make the conscious effort to change for our own good.

Neither is particularly easy. We delve into some of the circumstances and actions we can take to make positive progress on our journey to physical and mental well being.

We think you'll ...

"I worked out once. Why am I not ripped?"

Lora and Darlene have each been asked questions similar to this. Of course we all know it takes more than one workout, but how long does it take?

It depends on your old friends goals and accountability.

The Body Rockin' Goals crew also discusses Wizard's anniversary of his first workout, the importance of taking a "before" picture, and we have some fun with fitness ...

In this very special episode of the Body Rockin' Goals podcast we are pleased to be joined by gym owner, trainer ,and our friend, Kathy.

Kathy is the owner of Go For Fitness in South Glens Falls, NY and she gives us a unique perspective on fitness and owning a small business.

She shares with us some of the challenges and rewards of being a gym owner, plus some of the exciting changes happening at Go For Fitness.

We think you'l...

Your fiends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast do their very best to inform, motivate, and explore the many issues associated with becoming your absolute best self.

In this entertaining episode, we dive into the area of insecurity as it pertains to interpersonal relationships.

Or, in other words, why Wizard is oblivious to certain social cues.

We think you'll get a kick out of this fun episode and you may learn a thing or two ...

Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast like to give you different perspectives and share with you the experiences of other people.

In this episode we continue our conversation with Lynne who shares her story and some of the things she's learned from Darlene and Lora.

Knowledge is power and we enjoy bringing you new insights and a variety of methods for achieving your own fitness goals.

Thanks for listening to the Body ...

In our latest episode of the Body Rockin' Goals podcast, we are pleased to share the mic with Lynne who generously shares her story.

Lynne discusses the path that led her to where she is today on her fitness journey.

She shares her insights about working with Darlene and Lora, the challenges she's faced, and the realizations of how much things have changed over the years.

We had so much fun chatting with Lynne, we kept on talking. Thi...

It's time for macro-cycle 2. What does that mean? Your friends at the Body Rockin' Goals podcast are happy to explain.

Macro-cycle 2 means it's shred season. Time to get ready for summer, to look and feel your best.

Darlene and Lora share real, specific advice and tips for making the most of your nutrition choices and workout performance.

Join us for a ding-dang of an episode and, as always, thanks for listening to the Bod...