Fit Body, Happy Joints ®
343 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 794 ratingsDevelop your most fit body, while perserving your body. Dr. Shannon, DPT is a physical therapist and long-time fitness trainer. She integrates the current research with her experience as a PT and trainer to educate you on effective fitness practices that don't wreck your body. In her concise, no-fluff episodes, Shannon busts myths and gives you tangible takeaways in each episode. Try her workout platform here: https://www.evlofitness.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=link+in+bio&utm_campaign=evloTry her free class here: https://bit.ly/3jnJXi7Follow her on Instagram here: https://bit.ly/3DusHPjFollow her on Tiktok here: https://bit.ly/3Hn6cg5
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Cardio Part 2: How much steady state cardio is best?
June 17, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses steady-state cardio. She speaks on how the body adapts to cardio, and some cardio can be beneficial, but how too much can blunt protein synthesis and inhibit results. She provides a framework on how to implement cardio, both steady-state and HIIT, into your routine. 2:10 How the Body Adapts to Exercise 6:50 What Happens When you Overwhelm Your Body 10:57 What is Steady State Cardio? 12:45 LISS (Low Intensity Steady State Cardio) 14:17 MISS...
#13: Cardio Part 2: How much steady state cardio is best?
June 17, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses steady-state cardio. She speaks on how the body adapts to cardio, and some cardio can be beneficial, but how too much can blunt protein synthesis and inhibit results. She provides a framework on how to implement cardio, both steady-state and HIIT, into your routine. 2:10 How the Body Adapts to Exercise 6:50 What Happens When you Overwhelm Your Body 10:57 What is Steady State Cardio? 12:45 LISS (Low Intensity Steady State Cardio) 14:17 MISS...
#12 Cardio: How much do you really need? (Part one)
June 10, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDr. Shannon discusses the research behind how much high-intensity cardio is good for you and how much could be negative for your health. She discusses how exercise can either aid in improving insulin sensitivity or reduce insulin sensitivity and the consequences to your overall health and fitness. Shannon provides a framework for how to implement cardio based on your body's needs. 0:40 What Types of Exercise are Typically Considered Cardio? 3:33 Focus on HIIT Cardio 4:16 What is Mit...
#12: Cardio: How much do you really need? (Part one)
June 10, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDr. Shannon discusses the research behind how much high-intensity cardio is good for you and how much could be negative for your health. She discusses how exercise can either aid in improving insulin sensitivity or reduce insulin sensitivity and the consequences to your overall health and fitness. Shannon provides a framework for how to implement cardio based on your body's needs. 0:40 What Types of Exercise are Typically Considered Cardio? 3:33 Focus on HIIT Cardio 4:16 What is Mit...
Cardio: How much do you really need? (Part one)
June 10, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDr. Shannon discusses the research behind how much high-intensity cardio is good for you and how much could be negative for your health. She discusses how exercise can either aid in improving insulin sensitivity or reduce insulin sensitivity and the consequences to your overall health and fitness. Shannon provides a framework for how to implement cardio based on your body's needs. 0:40 What Types of Exercise are Typically Considered Cardio? 3:33 Focus on HIIT Cardio 4:16 What is Mit...
#11: Why you can stop doing exercises you hate
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIt’s the norm in the fitness industry to try to fit your body into a certain exercise. I often get asked “can you help me with my deadlifts” or “how can i do planks without shoulder pain” or “how can I strengthen my core so squats don’t hurt my back.” There are so many fitness professionals and PTs out there who will help you achieve these goals. And there ARE ways to improve your form and strengthen/stabilize muscles to feel more effective and safe in an exercise. I think if that’s your g...
Why you can stop doing exercises you hate
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIt’s the norm in the fitness industry to try to fit your body into a certain exercise. I often get asked “can you help me with my deadlifts” or “how can i do planks without shoulder pain” or “how can I strengthen my core so squats don’t hurt my back.” There are so many fitness professionals and PTs out there who will help you achieve these goals. And there ARE ways to improve your form and strengthen/stabilize muscles to feel more effective and safe in an exercise. I think if that’s your g...
#11 Why you can stop doing exercises you hate
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIt’s the norm in the fitness industry to try to fit your body into a certain exercise. I often get asked “can you help me with my deadlifts” or “how can i do planks without shoulder pain” or “how can I strengthen my core so squats don’t hurt my back.” There are so many fitness professionals and PTs out there who will help you achieve these goals. And there ARE ways to improve your form and strengthen/stabilize muscles to feel more effective and safe in an exercise. I think if that’s your g...
#11: Why you can stop doing exercises you hate
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIt’s the norm in the fitness industry to try to fit your body into a certain exercise. I often get asked “can you help me with my deadlifts” or “how can i do planks without shoulder pain” or “how can I strengthen my core so squats don’t hurt my back.” There are so many fitness professionals and PTs out there who will help you achieve these goals. And there ARE ways to improve your form and strengthen/stabilize muscles to feel more effective and safe in an exercise. I think if that’s your g...
How to utilize your nervous system to improve fitness with Justin Prier
May 27, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis interview is with Justin Prier, a physical therapist and personal trainer from BioFit KC. BioFit was Shannon's first job out of physical therapy school, where her eyes were opened to a new fitness philosophy that has shaped her method now. Justin talks about the nervous system and ways to use neural inputs to improve your fitness results. You can work with Justin by visiting www.biofitkc.com.
#10 How to utilize your nervous system to improve fitness with Justin Prier
May 27, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis interview is with Justin Prier, a physical therapist and personal trainer from BioFit KC. BioFit was Shannon's first job out of physical therapy school, where her eyes were opened to a new fitness philosophy that has shaped her method now. Justin talks about the nervous system and ways to use neural inputs to improve your fitness results. You can work with Justin by visiting www.biofitkc.com.
#10: How to utilize your nervous system to improve fitness with Justin Prier
May 27, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis interview is with Justin Prier, a physical therapist and personal trainer from BioFit KC. BioFit was Shannon's first job out of physical therapy school, where her eyes were opened to a new fitness philosophy that has shaped her method now. Justin talks about the nervous system and ways to use neural inputs to improve your fitness results. You can work with Justin by visiting www.biofitkc.com.
#10: How to utilize your nervous system to improve fitness with Justin Prier
May 27, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis interview is with Justin Prier, a physical therapist and personal trainer from BioFit KC. BioFit was Shannon's first job out of physical therapy school, where her eyes were opened to a new fitness philosophy that has shaped her method now. Justin talks about the nervous system and ways to use neural inputs to improve your fitness results. You can work with Justin by visiting www.biofitkc.com.
#9: How to cut your workout time in half but double your results
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThe amount of time you spend in your workout isn't necessarily an indicator of the effectiveness of that workout. In this episode, Shannon will guide you on her principles for getting a more effective workout in less time. 1:18 Working Smarter Not Harder 2:50 Catabolic State and Anabolic State 4:06 Ways You Might be Overdosing Your Exercise Routine 7:39 Running For an Hour vs Lifting for 30 Minutes 13:26 How to Use Mechanics to Your Advantage 17:27 Low Volume with High Weight...
How to cut your workout time in half but double your results
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThe amount of time you spend in your workout isn't necessarily an indicator of the effectiveness of that workout. In this episode, Shannon will guide you on her principles for getting a more effective workout in less time. 1:18 Working Smarter Not Harder 2:50 Catabolic State and Anabolic State 4:06 Ways You Might be Overdosing Your Exercise Routine 7:39 Running For an Hour vs Lifting for 30 Minutes 13:26 How to Use Mechanics to Your Advantage 17:27 Low Volume with High Weight...
#9: How to cut your workout time in half but double your results
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThe amount of time you spend in your workout isn't necessarily an indicator of the effectiveness of that workout. In this episode, Shannon will guide you on her principles for getting a more effective workout in less time. 1:18 Working Smarter Not Harder 2:50 Catabolic State and Anabolic State 4:06 Ways You Might be Overdosing Your Exercise Routine 7:39 Running For an Hour vs Lifting for 30 Minutes 13:26 How to Use Mechanics to Your Advantage 17:27 Low Volume with High Weight...
#9 How to cut your workout time in half but double your results
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThe amount of time you spend in your workout isn't necessarily an indicator of the effectiveness of that workout. In this episode, Shannon will guide you on her principles for getting a more effective workout in less time. 1:18 Working Smarter Not Harder 2:50 Catabolic State and Anabolic State 4:06 Ways You Might be Overdosing Your Exercise Routine 7:39 Running For an Hour vs Lifting for 30 Minutes 13:26 How to Use Mechanics to Your Advantage 17:27 Low Volume with High Weight...
Muscle confusion or progressive overload: what works best?
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBDr. Shannon breaks down where and why the philosophy of muscle confusion came about, if it is effective, where this philosophy could potentially have a place, and the best way to see results from your workouts.
#8: Muscle confusion or progressive overload: what works best?
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBDr. Shannon breaks down where and why the philosophy of muscle confusion came about, if it is effective, where this philosophy could potentially have a place, and the best way to see results from your workouts.
#8: Muscle confusion or progressive overload: what works best?
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBDr. Shannon breaks down where and why the philosophy of muscle confusion came about, if it is effective, where this philosophy could potentially have a place, and the best way to see results from your workouts.
#8 Muscle confusion or progressive overload: what works best?
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBDr. Shannon breaks down where and why the philosophy of muscle confusion came about, if it is effective, where this philosophy could potentially have a place, and the best way to see results from your workouts.
#7 How to know if your workouts are productive or "just hard"
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBYou want to make sure the time you're spending in your workouts is actually going to make a difference in your body. You want to make sure your workouts are moving the needle for you and creating the highest payoff. This podcast will teach you some basic principles behind what makes an exercise "productive" and what types of exercises are "just hard," but maybe not as productive.
How to know if your workouts are productive or "just hard"
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBYou want to make sure the time you're spending in your workouts is actually going to make a difference in your body. You want to make sure your workouts are moving the needle for you and creating the highest payoff. This podcast will teach you some basic principles behind what makes an exercise "productive" and what types of exercises are "just hard," but maybe not as productive.
#7: How to know if your workouts are productive or "just hard"
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBYou want to make sure the time you're spending in your workouts is actually going to make a difference in your body. You want to make sure your workouts are moving the needle for you and creating the highest payoff. This podcast will teach you some basic principles behind what makes an exercise "productive" and what types of exercises are "just hard," but maybe not as productive.
How exercise can be aging or anti-aging
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBExercise can be anti-aging, but it can also accelerate aging. Find out how this happens and Shannon's three suggestions for creating a routine that is anti-aging.
#6 How to make your workouts anti-aging
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBExercise can be anti-aging, but it can also accelerate aging. Find out how this happens and Shannon's three suggestions for creating a routine that is anti-aging.
How to make your workouts anti-aging
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBExercise can be anti-aging, but it can also accelerate aging. Find out how this happens and Shannon's three suggestions for creating a routine that is anti-aging.
#6: How to make your workouts anti-aging
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBExercise can be anti-aging, but it can also accelerate aging. Find out how this happens and Shannon's three suggestions for creating a routine that is anti-aging.
#5 Three reasons you aren't seeing results from your workouts
April 22, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIf you're working out consistently, eating well, and STILL not seeing results after several months, it could be for one (or all) of these three reasons. Shannon discusses how these three common workout elements can cause plateauing or declining results, and eventually cause frustrating joint pain.
#5: Three reasons you aren't seeing results from your workouts
April 22, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIf you're working out consistently, eating well, and STILL not seeing results after several months, it could be for one (or all) of these three reasons. Shannon discusses how these three common workout elements can cause plateauing or declining results, and eventually cause frustrating joint pain.
3 reasons you aren't seeing results from your workouts
April 22, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIf you're working out consistently, eating well, and STILL not seeing results after several months, it could be for one (or all) of these three reasons. Shannon discusses how these three common workout elements can cause plateauing or declining results, and eventually cause frustrating joint pain.
#4: Why I don't stretch
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBDr. Shannon speaks on why she has decided to take stretching out of her regular routine and why she doesn't recommend regular stretching for her clients.
#4: Why I don't stretch
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBDr. Shannon speaks on why she has decided to take stretching out of her regular routine and why she doesn't recommend regular stretching for her clients.
Why I don't stretch
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBDr. Shannon speaks on why she has decided to take stretching out of her regular routine and why she doesn't recommend regular stretching for her clients.
#4 Why I don't stretch
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBDr. Shannon speaks on why she has decided to take stretching out of her regular routine and why she doesn't recommend regular stretching for her clients.
#3 Exercise can INCREASE or DECREASE your metabolism
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBTo have a lean, fit body that isn't falling apart, you have to be wise with your workouts. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses some common workout mistakes that can actually decrease your metabolism and lead to less desirable long-term results. She also discusses how you can use exercise to IMPROVE your metabolism using four training concepts. Shannon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/?hl=en Evlo Fitness (7-day free trial): https://www.evlofitness.com/
#3: Exercise can INCREASE or DECREASE your metabolism
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBTo have a lean, fit body that isn't falling apart, you have to be wise with your workouts. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses some common workout mistakes that can actually decrease your metabolism and lead to less desirable long-term results. She also discusses how you can use exercise to IMPROVE your metabolism using four training concepts. Shannon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/?hl=en Evlo Fitness (7-day free trial): https://www.evlofitness.com/
#3: Exercise can INCREASE or DECREASE your metabolism
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBTo have a lean, fit body that isn't falling apart, you have to be wise with your workouts. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses some common workout mistakes that can actually decrease your metabolism and lead to less desirable long-term results. She also discusses how you can use exercise to IMPROVE your metabolism using four training concepts. Shannon's Instagram Evlo Fitness (14-day free trial)
Exercise can INCREASE or DECREASE your metabolism
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBTo have a lean, fit body that isn't falling apart, you have to be wise with your workouts. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses some common workout mistakes that can actually decrease your metabolism and lead to less desirable long-term results. She also discusses how you can use exercise to IMPROVE your metabolism using four training concepts. Shannon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/?hl=en Evlo Fitness (7-day free trial): https://www.evlofitness.com/
#2 More is not better
April 01, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBDr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT explains how exercise that is too frequent and too intense can lead to undesirable results over the long-term. She describes how long it takes to see visual results from strength training, and how we've internalized soundbites from the fitness culture that are damaging to our bodies. Links: http://www.evlofitness.com Article referenced: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30155804/
#2: More is not better
April 01, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBDr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT explains how exercise that is too frequent and too intense can lead to undesirable results over the long-term. She describes how long it takes to see visual results from strength training, and how we've internalized soundbites from the fitness culture that are damaging to our bodies. Links: http://www.evlofitness.com Article referenced: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30155804/
More is not better
April 01, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBDr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT explains how exercise that is too frequent and too intense can lead to undesirable results over the long-term. She describes how long it takes to see visual results from strength training, and how we've internalized soundbites from the fitness culture that are damaging to our bodies. Links: http://www.evlofitness.com Article referenced: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30155804/
#2: More is not better
April 01, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBDr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT explains how exercise that is too frequent and too intense can lead to undesirable results over the long-term. She describes how long it takes to see visual results from strength training, and how we've internalized soundbites from the fitness culture that are damaging to our bodies. Links: 14 day free trial Article referenced: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30155804/