Strength Changes Everything

Are you sabotaging your strength gains without realizing it?

Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher continue the Series on the Principles of Exercise Design. In today's episode, they break down the concept of inroading, explain how every workout triggers both fatigue and adaptation, and reveal why recovery is just as important as effort.

They cover how to maximize strength gains, avoid plateaus, optimize training frequency, and use your b...

Are you activating all the muscle fibers in your workout, or are you leaving gains on the table?

Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher continue their deep dive into the Principles of Exercise Design. In today's episode, they break down muscle fiber recruitment; why it matters, how your body decides which fibers to use, and what that means for your strength. They cover the Size Principle, the importance of continuous muscular loading, and...

Do you really need to warm up before a strength training workout? Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher kick off a brand-new series titled Principles of Exercise Design. In this series, they'll break down the key components that make every workout safer, more effective, and better aligned with your goals.

In today's episode, they explore one of the most debated topics in fitness: the warm-up. You'll learn what science says about warming ...

What if one small daily shift could improve your mood, health, and motivation? Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher break down the science and practice of gratitude. In today's episode, they unpack how gratitude reshapes your outlook on life, boosts exercise habits, and even improves your health. Tune in to hear practical ways to build a daily gratitude practice, the real value of personal trainers, and how positivity ripples through fa...

Tired of conflicting fitness and health advice online and not sure what to trust? Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher dive deep into how to separate fact from fiction in health, exercise, and wellness. In today's episode, they unpack how to spot trustworthy research, avoid hype, and make smart decisions for your fitness journey. They break down the biggest myths, why social media isn't enough, and how a personal trainer can guide you t...

What benefits can you actually expect in your first year of strength training? Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher continue their conversation on the benefits of strength training. In today's episode, they unpack the real, research-backed adaptations that happen within the first one to 12 months of training. They break down what you can expect to feel after a few weeks, what continues to improve month by month, and why sticking with it...

How long does it really take to feel the benefits of strength training? In this first episode of a two-part series, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher explore the benefits of strength training. They break the question into two parts: the immediate changes you'll feel right away and the longer-term adaptations that build strength, focus, and resilience over time. Expect to walk away with a deeper understanding of how strength training ...

You have heard of creatine, but you have no idea how much your body actually relies on it. Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher explore what creatine really is, why it matters for your health and performance, who should be using it, and how it actually works. They also tackle what the science actually says, how to use it in a way that makes sense for your lifestyle, and why so many people from athletes to everyday health seekers conside...

Can a single set actually make your muscles grow? Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher tackle a listener's question: Can you really get results from a single set of exercises for a muscle group? They break down the science behind single versus multiple sets and explain why effort matters more than counting reps. Tune in to discover how to train smarter, save time, and still see real strength gains.

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Why do some people stay consistent with their health and fitness habits while others fall off after a few weeks?

In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher share five tips to help you stay consistent with your workout routine. Learn  the benefits of scheduling your workouts, why setting challenges makes goals easier to achieve, and how the right social support can fuel long-term consistency.

Tune in to discover simple, practi...

Think strength training is just about building muscle? Think again. Your workouts activate myokines that positively influence nearly every organ in your body.

In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher break down the world of myokines--the powerful messengers released during exercise that can fight disease, sharpen your brain, and even slow aging. Expect to learn how strength training floods your body with health-boosting sig...

The most dangerous fat in your body isn't the kind you can see—it's the kind you can't. In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. Fisher explain why strength training is the best way to eliminate visceral fat. They cover why visceral fat is so dangerous, how to tell if you're at risk, and the proven strategies to fight back with strength training and nutrition.

Tune in to learn how strength training, smarter nutrition, and simple lifesty...

Did you know that despite all our modern advances, our bodies are still running on the same hunter-gatherer genetics from millions of years ago?

In this episode, Amy sits down with Dr. James Fisher to explore the gap between how we were designed to thrive and how we actually live today. Together, they uncover 5 simple, science-backed lifestyle habits that can help us reclaim our health in a fast-paced, convenience-driven world.

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Are you sure you're measuring your fitness the right way? If you had doubts about BMI, protein intake, or whether certain workouts are truly safe, this episode clears it all up.

Today's episode is a Q&A episode. Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher answer your questions across four different topics. They cover smarter ways to track progress, how much protein your body actually needs, the safety of strength training with osteoporosis, an...

If you had to put a number on your happiness, energy, and overall well-being—what score would you give your life right now?

In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher dig into the science of quality of life—how researchers actually measure it, and why it's about so much more than health stats or fitness levels. They reveal why building physical strength often leads to emotional freedom and how strength training improves menta...

What if you could keep your joints strong and pain-free for decades—without endless cardio or risky workouts?

Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher continue their series on the benefits of strength training, breaking down the connection between osteoarthritis and strength training. They reveal how targeted strength work can reduce joint stress, slow degeneration, and even improve quality of life.

Tune in to learn how strength training ca...

Did you know strength training can do more for type 2 diabetes than medication ever could?

Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher continue their series on the benefits of strength training and reveal how powerful it can be for managing—and even reversing—type 2 diabetes.

They break down why excess sugar builds up in the bloodstream, how your muscles play a critical role in blood sugar control, and what kind of training yields real, measur...

We've been told to run, bike, and diet our way to lower cholesterol, but what if the real game changer is strength training?

In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher unpack the science behind resistance training and why it might be the best exercise to lower cholesterol. They explore what research actually says about lifting weights, LDL reduction, and long-term heart health — and why it might be time to rethink your approa...

What if lowering your blood pressure didn't require medication, endless cardio, or drastic lifestyle changes?

In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher explore the benefits of strength training as an effective, science-backed way to reduce blood pressure. They discuss how lifting affects your heart health, the ideal training intensity for real results, and why even short, infrequent workouts can make a big difference.

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