Sweat Out; Happiness In!
320 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 189 ratingsFitness doesn't have to be so elitist and exclusive! We're Jason and Lauren Pak, and together we co-own Achieve Fitness - a fitness facility just outside of Boston in Somerville, MA. What we've found over the last 13 years as fitness professionals is that people will stick to their fitness journeys way better if they actually feel like **they belong**.
So, instead of showing off, or body shaming, or preying on insecurities, the way the fitness industry tends to do, we're going to dive deep into topics in a way that makes you feel like you belong - because you do!
We believe that fitness is for anybody, everybody, and every body!
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#AskAchieve 60: Putting Together a Glute Workout, Hip Position for Back Squats, and What Kind of Footwear We Recommend!
June 27, 2018 12:01 - 22 minutes - 16 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In this episode, we answer some questions from the comments section of an Instagram post we made called "Target Your Glutes with These 6 Exercises" and our answer really applies for any of our posts that involve multiple exercises that target a specific muscle group. We went into detail on how you can put together a workout based on the exercises we chose as well as how often to switch up your routine (1:46)! We also talked about what the ideal hip position for back s...
#AskAchieve 60: Putting Together a Glute Workout, Hip Position for Back Squats, and What Kind of Footwear We Recommend!
June 27, 2018 12:01 - 22 minutes - 16 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In this episode, we answer some questions from the comments section of an Instagram post we made called "Target Your Glutes with These 6 Exercises" and our answer really applies for any of our posts that involve multiple exercises that target a specific muscle group. We went into detail on how you can put together a workout based on the exercises we chose as well as how often to switch up your routine (1:46)! We also talked about what the ideal hip po...
#AskAchieve 59: How to Know When to Increase Weights, How to Work Around Achy Joints, and How to Break Through Plateaus!
June 25, 2018 21:51 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We just had Dr. Jacob Harden in town this weekend for his Prehab101 workshop - definitely go give him a follow @dr.jacob.harden! In the first question, we delve into when and how you should increase weights during strength training. We also talk about how this apply in a HIIT class situation as well (3:18). Next, we answer a question from someone who wanted to know what supplements (if any) she should be taking if she's experiencing achy joints for th...
#AskAchieve 59: How to Know When to Increase Weights, How to Work Around Achy Joints, and How to Break Through Plateaus!
June 25, 2018 21:51 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We just had Dr. Jacob Harden in town this weekend for his Prehab101 workshop - definitely go give him a follow @dr.jacob.harden! In the first question, we delve into when and how you should increase weights during strength training. We also talk about how this apply in a HIIT class situation as well (3:18). Next, we answer a question from someone who wanted to know what supplements (if any) she should be taking if she's experiencing achy joints for the first time. (9:...
#AskAchieve 58: How to Address Rib Flare, The 1-3% Improvement, How to Dominate the Sit-Rise Test!
June 20, 2018 22:22 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Words were hard in this one y'all - I'm going to blame it on the fumes from all the painting I did today at the gym ;) Anyways, in this episode we cover how to address rib flare/lower back arching - especially during core movements (2:21). We also talk about a blog that someone sent us about improving 1-3% every workout and what the pros/cons are to this approach (9:55). Lastly, we discuss how to dominate the sit-rise test, as well as how the media m...
#AskAchieve 58: How to Address Rib Flare, The 1-3% Improvement, How to Dominate the Sit-Rise Test!
June 20, 2018 22:22 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Words were hard in this one y'all - I'm going to blame it on the fumes from all the painting I did today at the gym ;) Anyways, in this episode we cover how to address rib flare/lower back arching - especially during core movements (2:21). We also talk about a blog that someone sent us about improving 1-3% every workout and what the pros/cons are to this approach (9:55). Lastly, we discuss how to dominate the sit-rise test, as well as how the media might have oversen...
#AskAchieve 57: Squat Depth, Piriformis Syndrome, and What Causes Forward Head Posture!
June 18, 2018 21:18 - 25 minutes - 18 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A super informative episode for you all today! I first intro the episode by talking about something that resonated with our followers on Instagram, and it was on the topic of the difference between health and fitness. Next, we answer a question on squat depth, as well as if "bouncing" out of a squat is a good or bad thing (7:10). We also talk about what Piriformis Syndrome is and how to go about addressing it (12:57). Finally, we cover our recommenda...
#AskAchieve 57: Squat Depth, Piriformis Syndrome, and What Causes Forward Head Posture!
June 18, 2018 21:18 - 25 minutes - 18 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A super informative episode for you all today! I first intro the episode by talking about something that resonated with our followers on Instagram, and it was on the topic of the difference between health and fitness. Next, we answer a question on squat depth, as well as if "bouncing" out of a squat is a good or bad thing (7:10). We also talk about what Piriformis Syndrome is and how to go about addressing it (12:57). Finally, we cover our recommendations for someone...
AskAchieve 56: The ULTIMATE Guide to Starting Out as an Online Trainer/Fitness Coach Pt.2!
June 15, 2018 17:20 - 24 minutes - 17.4 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! First ever Friday show! This one is a continuination of episode 55 where we discuss all things career- wise in the personal training industry. This one specifically delves into how to go about starting and establishing an online training career. Let us know if you have any questions, or if you're a personal trainer/fitness coach and would like more of these shows in the future! Until next time, Peace, Love, and Muscles! Best, Jason
AskAchieve 56: The ULTIMATE Guide to Starting Out as an Online Trainer/Fitness Coach Pt.2!
June 15, 2018 17:20 - 24 minutes - 17.4 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! First ever Friday show! This one is a continuination of episode 55 where we discuss all things career- wise in the personal training industry. This one specifically delves into how to go about starting and establishing an online training career. Let us know if you have any questions, or if you're a personal trainer/fitness coach and would like more of these shows in the future! Until next time, Peace, Love, and Muscles! Best, Jason
#AskAchieve 55: The ULTIMATE Guide to Starting Out as a Personal Trainer/Fitness Coach Pt.1!
June 13, 2018 23:49 - 36 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've gotten a ton of DMs lately from aspiring/newer personal trainers and fitness coaches asking for advice on how to get started and/or how to progress in the industry. This episode is part one of two of our ULTIMATE guide, and we promise it won't disappoint. In this episode, you'll learn everything you need to know from what CPT we recommend, where to start training, what specialty certifications you should be thinking about, and how to get more cli...
#AskAchieve 55: The ULTIMATE Guide to Starting Out as a Personal Trainer/Fitness Coach Pt.1!
June 13, 2018 23:49 - 36 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've gotten a ton of DMs lately from aspiring/newer personal trainers and fitness coaches asking for advice on how to get started and/or how to progress in the industry. This episode is part one of two of our ULTIMATE guide, and we promise it won't disappoint. In this episode, you'll learn everything you need to know from what CPT we recommend, where to start training, what specialty certifications you should be thinking about, and how to get more clients. In our nex...
#AskAchieve 54: How to Improve Your Handstand Walks, Letting Slow Twitch Muscles Dictate Your Training, and How to Deal with Tennis Elbow!
June 11, 2018 21:20 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A fun episode for you all today with slightly different questions than normal! First, we talk about how to improve your handstand walks. Even, if you can't perform a full handstand just yet (like me - Jason), you'll still gain a lot of insight on the process from Lauren "State Handstand Champion" Pak xD (4:04). Next, we expand on a topic we covered in episode 51 about the difference between fast and slow twitch muscle fibers. Lila asked if she should ...
#AskAchieve 54: How to Improve Your Handstand Walks, Letting Slow Twitch Muscles Dictate Your Training, and How to Deal with Tennis Elbow!
June 11, 2018 21:20 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A fun episode for you all today with slightly different questions than normal! First, we talk about how to improve your handstand walks. Even, if you can't perform a full handstand just yet (like me - Jason), you'll still gain a lot of insight on the process from Lauren "State Handstand Champion" Pak xD (4:04). Next, we expand on a topic we covered in episode 51 about the difference between fast and slow twitch muscle fibers. Lila asked if she should just not do any p...
#AskAchieve 53: Nutrient Timing, Training for the Military Push Up Test, Our Thoughts on Posture Bars, and Open Chain vs. Closed Chain Exercises!
June 06, 2018 19:27 - 23 minutes - 16.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In today's episode, we go over the importance and application of nutrient timing. Carbs after 7pm? Protein after your workouts? We've got you covered! (4:00). We also cover our strategies to train for the military, as well as training for a specific test like the miltiary push up test (11:18). Next, we talked about our thoughts on posture bars and whether or not they made sense for people trying to improve their posture (16:52). Lastly, discussed th...
#AskAchieve 53: Nutrient Timing, Training for the Military Push Up Test, Our Thoughts on Posture Bars, and Open Chain vs. Closed Chain Exercises!
June 06, 2018 19:27 - 23 minutes - 16.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In today's episode, we go over the importance and application of nutrient timing. Carbs after 7pm? Protein after your workouts? We've got you covered! (4:00). We also cover our strategies to train for the military, as well as training for a specific test like the miltiary push up test (11:18). Next, we talked about our thoughts on posture bars and whether or not they made sense for people trying to improve their posture (16:52). Lastly, discussed the differences bet...
#AskAchieve 52: Fit 101 Workshop Recap, Bar Positioning for Squats, Training an "Older" Population, and When to Switch Up Your Program!
June 04, 2018 23:03 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today where we recap some of the highlights from this past weekend of our Fit 101 Workshop! Quick shoutout to our coaches, Sarah and Ted, for doing a phenomenal job! Also, super fun to finally meet some people who we've been corresponding with quite a bit on Instagram. In our first question, we talk about how to position a barbell on your back depending on what stance you're using (6:31). Next, we talk about how to go abo...
#AskAchieve 52: Fit 101 Workshop Recap, Bar Positioning for Squats, Training an "Older" Population, and When to Switch Up Your Program!
June 04, 2018 23:03 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today where we recap some of the highlights from this past weekend of our Fit 101 Workshop! Quick shoutout to our coaches, Sarah and Ted, for doing a phenomenal job! Also, super fun to finally meet some people who we've been corresponding with quite a bit on Instagram. In our first question, we talk about how to position a barbell on your back depending on what stance you're using (6:31). Next, we talk about how to go about training someo...
#AskAchieve 51: Does More Muscle = A Faster Metabolism, Fast Twitch vs. Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers, and How We Coordinate Large Group Workouts!
May 30, 2018 22:44 - 23 minutes - 16.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Summer is upon us! Well - at least in Boston :) In this episode, we cover what people mean exactly when they say more muscle leads to higher metabolic rate (3:33). Next, we talk about the difference between fast twitch and slow twitch muscle fibers and whether or not one is better than the other (8:41). Lastly, we discuss how exactly we organize our large group charity workouts (of 65+ people) in terms of logistics, space, equipment, etc. (14:21) We...
#AskAchieve 51: Does More Muscle = A Faster Metabolism, Fast Twitch vs. Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers, and How We Coordinate Large Group Workouts!
May 30, 2018 22:44 - 23 minutes - 16.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Summer is upon us! Well - at least in Boston :) In this episode, we cover what people mean exactly when they say more muscle leads to higher metabolic rate (3:33). Next, we talk about the difference between fast twitch and slow twitch muscle fibers and whether or not one is better than the other (8:41). Lastly, we discuss how exactly we organize our large group charity workouts (of 65+ people) in terms of logistics, space, equipment, etc. (14:21) We hope you enjoyed...
#AskAchieve 50: How to Structure Your Workouts When You Have Limited Time, Why Foam Rolling is Important, How to Find the Right Squat Stance for You, and How to take Creatine!
May 28, 2018 21:04 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've got a great episode for you all today with a wide array of questions! We first talk about how to go about structuring a strength training session when you live a busy lifestyle and only have 45 minutes to workout (3:04). Next, we cover exactly what foam rolling does and why it's important (10:07). Then, we go over finding the optimal squat stance for YOU and your goals. Should you squat narrow? Should you squat wide? Toes straight? Flared? As always, the answer...
#AskAchieve 50: How to Structure Your Workouts When You Have Limited Time, Why Foam Rolling is Important, How to Find the Right Squat Stance for You, and How to take Creatine!
May 28, 2018 21:04 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've got a great episode for you all today with a wide array of questions! We first talk about how to go about structuring a strength training session when you live a busy lifestyle and only have 45 minutes to workout (3:04). Next, we cover exactly what foam rolling does and why it's important (10:07). Then, we go over finding the optimal squat stance for YOU and your goals. Should you squat narrow? Should you squat wide? Toes straight? Flared? As a...
#AskAchieve 49: Updates on Lauren's Pregnancy, Lower Back Arching While Exercising, Recovering from a Hernia, and Flat Feet!
May 23, 2018 22:56 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In this episode, Lauren kicks things off by talking about how she's feeling during her pregnancy thus far - we're 21 weeks in! In the first question, we discuss strategies for someone who has a tough time counteracting lower back arching during exercises like squats and deadlifts (4:42). We also talk about how to recover from a hernia surgery. We go over this in our answer, but if you're experiencing hernia-like symptoms - make sure to go get checked ...
#AskAchieve 49: Updates on Lauren's Pregnancy, Lower Back Arching While Exercising, Recovering from a Hernia, and Flat Feet!
May 23, 2018 22:56 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! In this episode, Lauren kicks things off by talking about how she's feeling during her pregnancy thus far - we're 21 weeks in! In the first question, we discuss strategies for someone who has a tough time counteracting lower back arching during exercises like squats and deadlifts (4:42). We also talk about how to recover from a hernia surgery. We go over this in our answer, but if you're experiencing hernia-like symptoms - make sure to go get checked out by a doctor a...
#AskAchieve 48: Diastasis and Powerlifting, Proper Hand Care in Crossfit, and How to Train as an Aspiring Model!
May 21, 2018 13:57 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today - thanks for all of your questions!! In the first one, we discuss a question from a powerlifter mother of three who also happens to have diastasis recti. We recommend what diastasis is, what she should do to strengthen her core, while also modifying her training both physically and mentally (3:30)! We also cover proper hand care during "crossfit" type movements like kipping pull ups, toes to bars, muscle ups, etc. W...
#AskAchieve 48: Diastasis and Powerlifting, Proper Hand Care in Crossfit, and How to Train as an Aspiring Model!
May 21, 2018 13:57 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today - thanks for all of your questions!! In the first one, we discuss a question from a powerlifter mother of three who also happens to have diastasis recti. We recommend what diastasis is, what she should do to strengthen her core, while also modifying her training both physically and mentally (3:30)! We also cover proper hand care during "crossfit" type movements like kipping pull ups, toes to bars, muscle ups, etc. We discuss hand ca...
#AskAchieve 47: Lower Back Pain, Does Strength Training Make You "Bulky", and How to Recover from Shoulder Surgery!
May 16, 2018 20:28 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! First off we had to have a discussion about the Lauren vs Yanny viral debate!! The next two questions weren't technically podcast questions, but things that we adapted for the podcast. In the first one, I discuss lower back pain. We were recently interview by a journalist for US News asking about what the causes of back pain are, and how we attempt to manage it at Achieve (2:30). Next, we answered a question we got in-person from one of our members -...
#AskAchieve 47: Lower Back Pain, Does Strength Training Make You "Bulky", and How to Recover from Shoulder Surgery!
May 16, 2018 20:28 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! First off we had to have a discussion about the Lauren vs Yanny viral debate!! The next two questions weren't technically podcast questions, but things that we adapted for the podcast. In the first one, I discuss lower back pain. We were recently interview by a journalist for US News asking about what the causes of back pain are, and how we attempt to manage it at Achieve (2:30). Next, we answered a question we got in-person from one of our members - the age old ques...
#AskAchieve 46: Supplements for Joint Pain Management, Heart Rate Variability, and Conflicting Information on How Often to Workout!
May 14, 2018 20:52 - 23 minutes - 16.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Happy (belated) Mother's Day to all you Moms and Moms-to-be! We cover a wide variety of information in this one! In the first question, we delve into what supplements we recommend for joint pain management, and if glucosamine is a worthwile supplement to take (2:43). We also cover what HRV (heart rate variability) is and whether or not we think tracking it is beneficial (6:46). Lastly, we discuss why there is SO MUCH conflicting information out there...
#AskAchieve 46: Supplements for Joint Pain Management, Heart Rate Variability, and Conflicting Information on How Often to Workout!
May 14, 2018 20:52 - 23 minutes - 16.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Happy (belated) Mother's Day to all you Moms and Moms-to-be! We cover a wide variety of information in this one! In the first question, we delve into what supplements we recommend for joint pain management, and if glucosamine is a worthwile supplement to take (2:43). We also cover what HRV (heart rate variability) is and whether or not we think tracking it is beneficial (6:46). Lastly, we discuss why there is SO MUCH conflicting information out there regarding streng...
#AskAchieve 45: The Best Plan for a Beginner Lifter, Single Leg Training, and How to Stay Motivated for your Workouts When You're Really Busy as a Trainer!
May 09, 2018 20:52 - 21 minutes - 15.4 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We received some awesome questions today that should last us through next week, so if we didn't answer yours today look out for it in the next couple episodes! We first talk about whether or not to do total body workouts or body part split workouts (5:57). We then discuss how to go about incorporating single leg training into your workouts (8:26). Lastly, we cover our thoughts on how to stay motivated to train while coaching (or any sort of work, rea...
#AskAchieve 45: The Best Plan for a Beginner Lifter, Single Leg Training, and How to Stay Motivated for your Workouts When You're Really Busy as a Trainer!
May 09, 2018 20:52 - 21 minutes - 15.4 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We received some awesome questions today that should last us through next week, so if we didn't answer yours today look out for it in the next couple episodes! We first talk about whether or not to do total body workouts or body part split workouts (5:57). We then discuss how to go about incorporating single leg training into your workouts (8:26). Lastly, we cover our thoughts on how to stay motivated to train while coaching (or any sort of work, really) 40+ hour wor...
#AskAchieve 44: How to Address Overall Tightness, What to do for Muscle Imbalances, and How to Tell if You're Overtraining!
May 07, 2018 19:32 - 19 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Another fun episode for you all! In the first question, we discuss how to address if you or you're client has a lot of tightness overall in their hamstrings, upper traps, pecs, etc. We reference the book "Original Strength" by Tim Anderson that serves as the basis for a lot of our answers here (3:10). One area we didn't touch on was foam rolling/soft tissue work so make sure to include that as well! Next, we cover what to do for muscle imbalances (one...
#AskAchieve 44: How to Address Overall Tightness, What to do for Muscle Imbalances, and How to Tell if You're Overtraining!
May 07, 2018 19:32 - 19 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Another fun episode for you all! In the first question, we discuss how to address if you or you're client has a lot of tightness overall in their hamstrings, upper traps, pecs, etc. We reference the book "Original Strength" by Tim Anderson that serves as the basis for a lot of our answers here (3:10). One area we didn't touch on was foam rolling/soft tissue work so make sure to include that as well! Next, we cover what to do for muscle imbalances (one muscle being a l...
#AskAchieve 43: Shoulder Pain During Push Ups and Yoga, Breathing During HIIT, Core Recommendations for a Football Player!
May 02, 2018 21:15 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Quick episode for you all today after the longer one we had on Monday! We hope you enjoy the show! The first question we answer is from a yogi who asked about shoulder pain during certain yoga poses like sun salutations as well as push ups (1:55). We also cover our strategy for better breathing during HIIT training (5:00). Lastly, we cover our recommendations for core exercises for a football player (9:15). We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you d...
#AskAchieve 43: Shoulder Pain During Push Ups and Yoga, Breathing During HIIT, Core Recommendations for a Football Player!
May 02, 2018 21:15 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Quick episode for you all today after the longer one we had on Monday! We hope you enjoy the show! The first question we answer is from a yogi who asked about shoulder pain during certain yoga poses like sun salutations as well as push ups (1:55). We also cover our strategy for better breathing during HIIT training (5:00). Lastly, we cover our recommendations for core exercises for a football player (9:15). We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you did, we'd love you...
#AskAchieve 42: How to Put Together a 20 Minute Workout Routine, Advanced Breathing Techniques, and HIIT Training!
April 30, 2018 21:55 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! This episode is jam-packed full of information! Lauren and I first delve into how to put together an efficient and effective workout routine using kettlebells and dumbbells if you only have 20 minutes to train (4:15). We also cover the different types of breathing techiques and strategies that you'll see be recommended by coaches, and how/when we utilize each type of breathing pattern (8:58). Finally, we discuss what HIIT training is, if this "new tr...
#AskAchieve 42: How to Put Together a 20 Minute Workout Routine, Advanced Breathing Techniques, and HIIT Training!
April 30, 2018 21:55 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! This episode is jam-packed full of information! Lauren and I first delve into how to put together an efficient and effective workout routine using kettlebells and dumbbells if you only have 20 minutes to train (4:15). We also cover the different types of breathing techiques and strategies that you'll see be recommended by coaches, and how/when we utilize each type of breathing pattern (8:58). Finally, we discuss what HIIT training is, if this "new trend" is worth hop...
#AskAchieve 41: How to Build Quad/Hamstring Strength While Having Lower Back Pain, Spot Reducing Fat, and Our Advice for a Gym Owner Couple!
April 25, 2018 23:09 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! This is one of our best episodes to date - I think we're finally getting a hang of this podcast thing! Only took us 41 episodes... Anyways, we start off by addressing negative comments and how to deal with the "haters" on your fitness journey. We've had our fair share of not-so-nice things said to us on the interwebs, and we wanted to share that with you all just so you know that everyone gets negative feedback - even fitness coaches! Next, we go over...
#AskAchieve 41: How to Build Quad/Hamstring Strength While Having Lower Back Pain, Spot Reducing Fat, and Our Advice for a Gym Owner Couple!
April 25, 2018 23:09 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! This is one of our best episodes to date - I think we're finally getting a hang of this podcast thing! Only took us 41 episodes... Anyways, we start off by addressing negative comments and how to deal with the "haters" on your fitness journey. We've had our fair share of not-so-nice things said to us on the interwebs, and we wanted to share that with you all just so you know that everyone gets negative feedback - even fitness coaches! Next, we go over our recommendati...
#AskAchieve 40: Working Out on an Empty Stomach, Knees Going Over Toes During a Squat, How Long a Personal Trainer Should Expect a Client to Work with Them, and a Special Workshop Announcement!
April 23, 2018 21:31 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Great episode for you all today and stay tuned at the end to hear about a special workshop announcement! In this episode, we cover whether or not working out on an empty stomach is a good idea (1:33). We also go over whether or not your knees can go over your toes during a squat, or if that would be potentially harmful on the knees (6:48). We also discuss how long a personal trainer should expect to have a client stay with them, and we also go over some strategies to...
#AskAchieve 40: Working Out on an Empty Stomach, Knees Going Over Toes During a Squat, How Long a Personal Trainer Should Expect a Client to Work with Them, and a Special Workshop Announcement!
April 23, 2018 21:31 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Great episode for you all today and stay tuned at the end to hear about a special workshop announcement! In this episode, we cover whether or not working out on an empty stomach is a good idea (1:33). We also go over whether or not your knees can go over your toes during a squat, or if that would be potentially harmful on the knees (6:48). We also discuss how long a personal trainer should expect to have a client stay with them, and we also go over s...
#AskAchieve 39: When to Incorporate Core Training into Your Workouts, How to Deal with Negative Self-Talk, and Our Top Three Pieces of Business Advice!
April 18, 2018 20:32 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today with a bunch of different topics. The first question was about when and where we incorporate our core training with our members? As a part of the warm up? At the end? Part of the cool down? (3:23). Next, we delved into how a personal trainer for fitness coach can help their client manage negative self-talk (9:00). Lauren also goes into some of her own history with body image issues and what helped her out. Finally,...
#AskAchieve 39: When to Incorporate Core Training into Your Workouts, How to Deal with Negative Self-Talk, and Our Top Three Pieces of Business Advice!
April 18, 2018 20:32 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! Super fun episode for you all today with a bunch of different topics. The first question was about when and where we incorporate our core training with our members? As a part of the warm up? At the end? Part of the cool down? (3:23). Next, we delved into how a personal trainer for fitness coach can help their client manage negative self-talk (9:00). Lauren also goes into some of her own history with body image issues and what helped her out. Finally, we give our top ...
#AskAchieve 38: Is Working Out in the Early Morning a Bad Idea, Neutral or Hollow Body for Core Training, and Dealing with Sciatica!
April 16, 2018 19:11 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A quicker episode for you all today on this rainy Marathon Monday in Boston. In this episode, we cover if working out in the early morning (4 or 5am) a bad idea (2:58). We also talk about the specifics of core training and the difference between maintaining a "neutral" spine vs. having a "hollow body" position. We talk about the benefits of both and when to apply them (7:03). Lastly, we discuss an individual's experience with back pain - specificall...
#AskAchieve 38: Is Working Out in the Early Morning a Bad Idea, Neutral or Hollow Body for Core Training, and Dealing with Sciatica!
April 16, 2018 19:11 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! A quicker episode for you all today on this rainy Marathon Monday in Boston. In this episode, we cover if working out in the early morning (4 or 5am) a bad idea (2:58). We also talk about the specifics of core training and the difference between maintaining a "neutral" spine vs. having a "hollow body" position. We talk about the benefits of both and when to apply them (7:03). Lastly, we discuss an individual's experience with back pain - specifically sciatica. They'...
#AskAchieve 37: How Much Protein You Really Need, Portion Control When Going Out, Shoulder Pain, and Business Coaching!
April 11, 2018 19:58 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers! Four questions today on various topics! We delve into the topic of protein and how much you actually need (1:17). We also cover some recommendations for how to approach eating out - specifically in regards to portion control at a tapas restaurant (6:16). We also talk about shoulder pain and how rotator cuff exercises are not the end-all be-all when your shoulder is hurting (12:00). Lastly, we discuss if we've have had any background in business or if ...
#AskAchieve 37: How Much Protein You Really Need, Portion Control When Going Out, Shoulder Pain, and Business Coaching!
April 11, 2018 19:58 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBWhat's up, Achievers! Four questions today on various topics! We delve into the topic of protein and how much you actually need (1:17). We also cover some recommendations for how to approach eating out - specifically in regards to portion control at a tapas restaurant (6:16). We also talk about shoulder pain and how rotator cuff exercises are not the end-all be-all when your shoulder is hurting (12:00). Lastly, we discuss if we've have had any background in business or if we're "naturally"...
#AskAchieve 36: How to Put Together Supersets, Can Kettlebells Be Your Sole Training Tool, and How Long it Takes to Pass Your Personal Trainer Certification!
April 09, 2018 22:24 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've a fun one for you today! We first dive into our mission that we most recently shared on Instagram, as well as our experience at a powerlifting meet with our Achieve Powerlifting team! Then we cover exactly what "supersets" are and how to utilize them appropriately (9:41)! We also discuss whether or not we think kettlebells can be the sole implement in a training program or if you should also include dumbbells and barbells (14:19). Lastly, we go...
#AskAchieve 36: How to Put Together Supersets, Can Kettlebells Be Your Sole Training Tool, and How Long it Takes to Pass Your Personal Trainer Certification!
April 09, 2018 22:24 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MBWhat's up, Achievers?! We've a fun one for you today! We first dive into our mission that we most recently shared on Instagram, as well as our experience at a powerlifting meet with our Achieve Powerlifting team! Then we cover exactly what "supersets" are and how to utilize them appropriately (9:41)! We also discuss whether or not we think kettlebells can be the sole implement in a training program or if you should also include dumbbells and barbells (14:19). Lastly, we go over how long it...