Get-Fit Guy
Move more of your body more often and in more interesting ways with the Get-Fit Guy! If you want to begin an exercise routine and don't know where to start, or if you've been working out for a while and aren't getting the results you want, Kevin Don will give you the tips you need to reach your fitness and movement goals. Get expert information on the latest fitness trends and advice on everything from toning your arms to running a 5K or simply building more movement into your day. With his easy-to-understand explanations, concrete examples, and sound reasoning backed by scientific research, Get-Fit Guy will provide you with the inspiration and knowledge you need to become fitter and stronger so you’ll be able to move through this world with more ease and enjoyment.
Episodes
712. As we age, should we really be training less... or is that just a myth? In this episode from last March, Kevin explores the science behind anabolic resistance, the age-related loss of muscle mass, and how older trainees can combat it through smart nutrition and resistance training.
Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find a full transcript at QuickandDirtyTips.com.
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601. Whether you want to be able to have more sure footing on uneven terrain, play games with your children or grandchildren, hit the golf course with your friends, or just have legs that would make a rhino jealous, let's have a look at the best way to strength train your legs!
Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find a full transcript here.
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710. Struggling with motivation after time away from training, Kevin found his way back through powerlifting. In this episode from March 2025, he breaks down the key differences between powerlifting, weightlifting, and weight training, explaining how each impacts strength, fitness, and overall health.
Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find a full transcript here.
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713. In this episode from last April, Kevin explores how our evolution from quadrupeds to bipeds may be the root cause of chronic back pain. He shares his own injury experience and examines how our spine’s design, combined with modern habits like prolonged sitting, contributes to discomfort, plus tips to keep your back healthy.
Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find a full transcript here.
670. Is bone broth good for you? It is on a continuing upward popularity trend, so what’s the deal?
This episode originally aired in March 2024.
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702. In this episode, Kevin explores the idea of finding personal meaning in fitness, emphasizing the importance of enjoying what you do rather than adhering to rigid, objective standards. He encourages listeners to reflect on their own fitness goals as 2025 approaches, focusing on activities that engage and excite them, whether it's strength training, running, or another passion.
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700. Kevin explores how socioeconomic factors influence access to sports and fitness. Drawing from personal experience, he highlights the disparities created by costs associated with equipment, facilities, and participation fees, noting how these barriers often exclude underprivileged groups.
Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find a full transcript here.
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704. Kevin dives into the concept of oil pulling, an alternative health practice that claims to improve oral health by removing toxins through swishing edible oils in the mouth. This episode critically examines the scientific evidence (or lack thereof) behind these claims, contrasting them with well-supported medical practices and offering insights into how to navigate health information responsibly.
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Why does the gym so often lose out to the comfort of the couch? Kevin explores the philosophical concept of free will through the lens of desires and autonomy. Discover how reflecting on your deeper values can help you align your actions with the person you want to be—whether it’s about fitness or life’s bigger choices.
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705. We hope you are enjoying the best of our Get-Fit Guy hosts. Today Coach Kevin kickstarts the new year with a critical look at group fitness training! He unpacks the challenges of group training environments, from repetitive programming to technical missteps that lead to injuries. With real-life examples and insights, he discusses how to identify red flags, protect your body, and maintain your fitness intentions without falling...
646. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We're bringing you the best episodes from the show, and today, we're back with Coach Kevin Don! In this episode, Coach Kevin looks at if it's possible to really become a completely new person.
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Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Today, we're back with some classic New Years wisdom from Coach Kevin Don! In this episode, Kevin shares his thoughts on the fitness trends and helps us avoid them.
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674. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We're bringing you the best episodes from the show, and today, we're back with Coach Kevin Don! In this episode, he shares his own bedtime routine for optimal sleep.
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563. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Don't despair - we're bringing you the best episodes of the show. Today, we hear great winter exercise tips from Dr. Su!
Warming up before exercise is especially important when the weather is cold. Get-Fit Guy, Dr. Jonathan Su, shows you how to prepare your body for exercise with a proper warm-up in just a few minutes.
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648. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Don't despair - we're bringing you the best episodes from Coach Kevin Don!
This week, Kevin asks if there really such a thing as a ‘hard gainer’ or do we all have muscle building potential?
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694. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Don't despair - we're bringing you the best episodes from Coach Kevin Don!
This week, Kevin takes a deep dive into the environmental implications of AI technologies like ChatGPT, connecting the dots between fitness, philosophy, and the future of technology.
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596. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Don't despair - we're bringing you the best episodes from Coach Kevin Don!
This week, Kevin explains the more complex or explosive the contraction, the more training has to go into learning the sequence in which things have to move.
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696. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We are bringing you the best episodes from all of our hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years.
This week, Coach Kevin Don breaks down how our core values in fitness can be shaped by external metrics, from calorie counts to college rankings. He explores how devices and media oversimplify what we truly value, replacing joy and personal goals with data-dri...
653. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We are bringing you the best episodes from all of our hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years.
This week, Coach Kevin Don asks what are the best sources of fitness information?
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671. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We are bringing you the best episodes from all of our hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years.
This week, Coach Kevin Don addresses vaping. He says it seems that everywhere he goes, someone is blowing vape in his face. Is vaping as bad as smoking?
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