Addicted To Fitness Podcast

This week's Addicted to Fitness features a product review of one of the newest energy drinks on the market. Nick and a special guest co-host describe the taste, nutritional content, the subseqent effect of this drink AND perform a taste test of ZOA Energy Drink live on the podcast. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. ...

This week's Addicted to Fitness explores the importance of having a firm handshake. Nick and Shannon discuss how research suggests that individuals who have above average grip strength tend to have more total body strength, less chronic diseases, and live longer. They also provide several different exercises that can help you improve your grip strength. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and le...

This week's Addicted to Fitness defines VO2 Max and outlines why it is so important. Nick and Shannon describe how your fitness tracker & your iPhone can tell you your VO2 Max, the association of low VO2 Max with premature death, and which types of workout can help you improve your VO2 Max. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple P...

This week's Addicted to Fitness describes how working smarter not harder will help you achieve your fitness goals. Nick and Shannon discuss how focusing the majority of your effort/time on the four main tenets of your health & fitness (exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress management) while avoiding "distractions" often promoted by social media influencers will help you acheive your goals faster. Follow the podcast profile on Instagra...

This week's Addicted to Fitness discusses how one particular type of exercise can help you in numerous facets of your life. Nick and Shannon describe how prioritizing core training in your workout routine can help you look good, perform better in any sport, and improve your longevity. They also describe several body weight core exercises that you can do from the comfort of your own home. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @The...

This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on how our tendency to overreact can have negative impacts on our physical & mental health. Nick and Shannon describe how recent research demonstrated that anger can impair blood vessel function, potentially increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. They also outline suggestions on practices that can help us manage our emotions more efficiently such as meditation and time away from tri...

This throwback Addicted to Fitness informs you on the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet. Nick and Shannon discuss what inflammation is, what health issues chronic inflammation can cause, and what foods can increase or decrease inflammation in your body on this old school episode. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Original air date 6/1/2020. Follow the podcast profi...

This week's Addicted to Fitness is the fourth in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals as the year comes to an end. Nick and Shannon describe what a digital detox includes and how it can help you be more present which is important this time of year. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving ...

This week's Addicted to Fitness is the third in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals as the year comes to an end. Nick and Shannon discuss how tracking your food, minimizing the amount of sweetened beverages & alcohol, and planning & preparing your meals will help you clean up your diet so you can enjoy holiday favorites. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram ...

This week's Addicted to Fitness is the second in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals as the year comes to an end. Nick and Shannon discuss the benefits of zone zero training and explain why it is extremely appropriate for anyone trying to improve their fitness habits heading into the last quarter of the year. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodca...

This week's Addicted to Fitness is the first in a series of episodes that provide tools & tips to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals as the year comes to an end. Nick and Shannon discuss the need for a fitness refocus as the school year & holidays start to ramp up. They also revisit the health & fitness intentions they set at the beginning of the year to determine if they are on track to achieve them. Follow ...

This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the newest diet related social media trend. Nick and Shannon describe how FiberMaxxing, a recent social media trend that involves eating high amounts of fiber, can help with health issues like weight loss, blood sugar control, and gut health but may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort if done improperly. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us...

This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on a particular muscle that may be as important as your heart when it comes to circulation. Nick and Shannon describe why working your calf muscles can prevent health issues like leg swelling & varicose veins and give you several exercises that will keep your calves a pumping. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a ...

This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness explains why having rituals and routines in the morning can improve your physical & mental well-being. Nick and Shannon describe the difference between rituals and routines, the importance of prepping for morning rituals the night before, and outline their personal morning routines on this old school episode. Original air date 10/26/20. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast...

This week's Addicted to Fitness discusses if the re-establishment of the Presidential Fitness Test will improve children's fitness. Nicholas and Shannon describe their past experiences with the test, what exercises were included in the past version of this fitness test, and potential updates that may help children better understand the importance of physical fitness. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a...

This week's Addicted to Fitness includes an in-depth discussion on the nutritional benefits of different nuts. Nick and Shannon share which "nut" has the most protein per serving, the caloric content of different types of nuts, and which nuts they deem as the Top 3 nuts for snacking. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts...

This week's Addicted to Fitness features a product review of a special type of protein powder. Nick and a special guest co-host describe the difference between clear protein powder and traditional protein powder and perform a taste test of SEEQ Clear Protein Powder live on the podcast. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcas...

This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the benefits gardening provides to an individual's physical, mental, and communal health. Nick and Shannon describe how community gardens provide opportunties for individuals to burn calories, gain functional strength, connect with nature, create healthier eating habits, and build camaraderie with fellow community members. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a l...

This week's Addicted to Fitness debates the legitimacy of an annual list that highlights which produce has the highest pesticide residue. Nicholas and Shannon describe how the lack data and negative connotation that the "Dirty Dozen" list has on certain produce may be contributing to Americans not eating the daily recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen a...