Inside Fitness Radio Presents: Total Fitness Podcast

The Warrior’s Spirit - Survivor to Superhero

From Cancer to Coma, at the age of 24 Matt Ode was diagnosed with stage 3C Testicular cancer. After chemotherapy and a very complicated surgery to remove the remaining cancer from his body, Matt encountered various complications.   He was under the watch and care of the ICU for over 40 days and in the Cleveland Clinic for 53 days where he was met with a number of near-death experiences including 5 major surgeries causing a large open wound on his stomach. For two weeks, he laid non-respons...

How to Deal with Burnout | Ep. 48

In today's episode, we discuss burnout/why burnout happens/and how to deal with it when it does.   Instagram's:   https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith   https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast

Athletic Women are Sexy | Ep. 47 w/special guest Sandra Sorgini

Sandra Sorgini @get_fitss   Physical Health Educator, Body Transformation Coach, Fitness Writer & Model Sandra has stretched her passion for coaching in health, wellness, sport and fitness across so many incredible avenues. Competing as a U sport All-Canadian and semi professional soccer player, collecting OSA coaching levels led into coaching university athletes towards achieving athletic and academic goals. Her H. B. Kin and B. Ed degrees have given her the awesome responsibility and pr...

Hot and Fit 100 Winner - Rebecca Hebert | Ep. 45

We are pleased to have interviewed the newest Hot and Fit 100 Cover winner, Rebecca Hebert!   Rebecca is certified health and fitness coach who specializes in helping women gain a healthy and sustainable relationship with food. As a former Massage Therapist, she was exposed to muscle mechanics and how the body works, and has been able to transfer her knowledge from that occupation so she can provide a more well-rounded lifestyle approach for others.   She love helping people become heal...

Was Wolverine Natural? | Ep. 44

Was Hugh Jackman natural for his filming of Wolverine?   Instagram: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Being Fat isn’t your Fault | Ep. 43

Well... it seems as though the longer you stay on social media, the less intelligent you get...   Instagram: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Calum Von Moger Comeback? | Ep. 42

In today's episode we discuss the comeback of Calum Von Moger after a past few years of injuries and abuse. Instagram: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podacst/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

”The Whale” Problem | EP. 41

Do you agree with our stance? Instagram: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podacst/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Liver King is a Genius...

LIVER KING EXPOSED!

Can you be a ”Fat” Personal Trainer? | EP. 38

Is Chris Bumstead to big for Classic???

Is being FAT a choice? | EP. 36

It's crazy we still ask this question in 2022...

NOBODY IS NATURAL | EP. 35

Who is actually natural these days... who isn't? There are a lot of problems coming out lately as more and more influencers are giving up their natty card.

Jennifer Aniston is a problem... | EP. 34

It's crazy to us that this was even a topic of discuss, yet here we are... Discussing the Allure issue where Jennifer Aniston showed off her physique.   Instagram: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podacst/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

What happened to work ethic? | Ep. 33

Quite an interesting podcast episode today as we discuss work ethic! Instagram's: https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podacst/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Stress vs. Distress | EP. 32

Today we discuss the difference between stress and distress, and why you need to worry about it!

Stupidity is EVERYWHERE! | EP. 31

We just felt like a bit of a rant today, discussing how stupidity and ignorance are so widespread in today's society.   Link's: https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Aesthetics VS. HEALTH! | EP. 30

In today's episode, we discuss the difference between chasing aesthetics vs. chasing health and wellness.   Link's: https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://instagram.com/matt_bodysmith https://instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

John Canlas RD| EP. 29

Welcome back to Total Fitness Podcast! We took a little bit of a break for 2 weeks but are back on regular uploads every week!   Our Instagram's: https://www.instagram.com/matt_bodysmith/ https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/   John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johncanlasrd/

Fitness Identity... You need a Personality | Ep. 28

You need a personality, You need something outside of this...   Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bodysmith_coaching/ https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

What is a ”REAL” Woman? | Ep. 27

"That's what a real man/woman looks like!" You've heard it before, people saying this phrase over photo or a video that was posted. Typically the person in the photos is not a model. They are probably holding a little bit of fat even. But does that mean that people who are in great shape aren't REAL women or men?   Instagrams! https://www.instagram.com/bodysmith_coaching https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness https://www.instagram.com...

Strongman Mitchell Hooper | EP. 26

In today's episode, we sat down and talked with Canadian Strongman Mitchell Hooper!   Mitchell Hooper (aka the Moose) exploded onto the Strongman scene in 2021 after deadlifting 475kg at under 140kg body weight. Mitchell has only been doing strength sports for three years and recently made his professional debut, representing Canada at the 2022 World’s Strongest Man competition. Mitchell won his qualifying heat against seasoned competitors and made the final where he finished 8th in the ...

Jodie Graham on Martial Arts, Business, Family, and Fitness | EP. 25

On today's episode, we chat with Jodie Graham, a real estate agent in Vancouver, British Columbia, who also competes in Ju-Jitsu and balances his family life.     LINKS: jodiegraham.com @Jodiegraham604   Where Jodie trains: Gracie Barra Vancouver https://instagram.com/gbvancouver?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Skoden Martial Arts  https://instagram.com/skoden_martialarts?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=       OUR LINKS:   @total.fitness.podcast   @bodysmith_coaching   @coachwalterrenofit   @in...

Author Scott Carney on What Doesn’t Kill Us... | Ep. 24

Investigative journalist and anthropologist Scott Carney's work blends narrative non-fiction with ethnography. What Doesn’t Kill Us was a New York Times bestseller; other books include The Wedge, The Red Market and The Enlightenment Trap. Carney was a contributing editor at Wired for five years and his writing also appears in Mother Jones, Men’s Journal, Playboy, Foreign Policy, Discover, Outside and Fast Company. He has been the subject of a variety of radio and television programs, includi...

Training like a Pilot - Actor Thomas Elms | Ep. 23

Today we have actor Thomas Elms on the show discussing his role in the new CBC drama series SkyMed. We go in depth on how fitness helped transform his body to play the role of Captain Milosz Nowak, as well as how fitness helped him restart his acting career!   Life, death, and drama at 20,000 feet. SkyMed is a one-hour CBC drama series about the intense personal lives of young nurses and pilots flying air ambulances in Northern Manitoba. A character drama wrapped in high stakes medical adv...

Dietician John Canlas on Bullsh*t in fitness, Business, and Life | Ep. 22

What a great podcast coming at you all today!   Listen to the insightful John Canlas RD. talk about fitness, BS in the industry, business, and life.   Find John: https://www.instagram.com/johncanlasrd/   Find Total Fitness Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bodysmith_coaching/ https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Is Positivity too Toxic? | Ep. 21

In today's episode, we discuss whether or not positivity has gotten too out of hand or if it is actually just what we need.   Instagram's: https://www.instagram.com/bodysmith_coaching/ https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Food is Medicine! | Ep. 20

In today's episode, we discuss the importance of a healthy diet and how big an impact food has on our life/lifestyle.   Instagram's: https://www.instagram.com/bodysmith_coaching/ https://www.instagram.com/coachwalterrenofit/ https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Addiction is a Disease! | EP. 19

In today's podcast, we discuss addictions and the reaction society has to it.   Our link's: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE! | EP. 18

Today we discuss the necessity of taking control over your life and what you do!   Our link's: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

Founder of Inside Fitness Terry Frendo | EP. 17

In today's episode, we jumped on a call with the founder and CEO of Inside Fitness Magazine Terry Frendo! Listen in to hear some updates and some future plans with the magazine.   Our link's: https://www.instagram.com/terryfrendo/ https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

The REAL Reason for the DEATHS! | EP. 16

In today's episode, we discuss some of the lesser talked about issues revolving around the deaths of various bodybuilders in recent months.   Our link's: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

Real Life Wolverine - Weam Breiche | EP. 15

In today's episode, we chat with the real life wolverine, Weam Brieche, who has adopted a raw carnivore diet for health reasons.   Listen in to Weam's story and why the all meat diet may be right for you...   Weam's link's: https://www.instagram.com/weambreiche/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzPKxFoudPFW3pENOkodiIg   Our link's: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https...

”You don’t shower once and stay clean forever” | EP. 14

In today's episode, we discuss a few different ideas when it comes to succeeding in your goals. The idea of this podcast is "staying clean", to stay clean, you shower often, brush your teeth, etc. Why shouldn't fitness be the same?   Our Links: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

Are You Healthy Right Now? | EP. 13

In today's episode, we discuss the importance of staying healthy and how physical and mental training can pave the way for that.   Our Links: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

INFORMATION OVERLOAD! | EP. 12

In today's episode, we discuss the growing issues of social media overloading our minds with information on what we should be doing to reach our goals.   Our Links: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

Homophobia in Fitness | EP. 11

In today's episode, Walter and Matthew discuss the idea of discrimination within the Fitness Industry and its prevalence. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/  

Hot & Fit 100 Winner Alexia Monardo | EP. 10

Alexia Monardo is a professional dancer born and raised in Toronto, Canada. In 2014 she graduated from Ryerson University’s Performance Dance Program, obtaining her BFA in Dance. With over 23 years of dance training in various styles, Alexia has performed at events and festivals all over Toronto/GTA, as well as numerous provinces across Canada. She has toured internationally several times, performing in countries such as China, Qatar, Singapore and the Bahamas. Alexia is a dance teacher, and...

Become Unstoppable! | EP. 9

In today's podcast, hosts Matthew and Walter discuss what it takes, and what it means, to become unstoppable, and the reason why you want to live your life this way.   Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

IFM Radio Presents: Total Fitness Podcast | Gym Dependency? | EP.8

In the growing age of at home workouts, is going back to the gym necessary to reach your goal?   Has your goal changed due to the lack of a gym?   In this episode, we will cover these topics and more!   Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness

How to shift into the Mindset of Progression | EP. 7

Your mindset controls everything you do. The only way you will progress forward is by changing your mindset.    In this episode, we discuss how we have been able to shift our mindsets and how we overcame the negativity that was controlling us, and how you can too. Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Your Fear Controls You | EP. 6

Are you unable to get out of the hamster wheel? Have you been stuck in the same place for years no matter how much you seem to work at it?   Give this show a listen and learn how you can change your mindset. Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Has fast food convenience altered fitness? | EP. 5

We are so used to having things now, only waiting to hear a response within seconds, getting a package we ordered from 3000km away by the next day, getting a meal to us within a minute…    Has this culture of fast response, fast results, and fast convenience altered the fitness landscape? Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/in...

Overtraining is a MYTH | EP. 4

“Overtraining” is honestly tossed around generously for the wrong reasons these days. If you want to hear our opinion on overtraining, then listen up and see if you agree! Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

STOP doing this if you want to make progress! | EP. 3

If you want to make some real progress on your fitness journey, you may need to throw out the old textbook advice passed down for the last 50 years on gaining weight and losing weight.   Give this podcast a listen if you want to hear what we have to say! Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

Body Positivity is HARMFUL? | EP. 2

Body Positivity is a word that used to be used in moderation to help people to focus on acceptance of all bodies, regardless of size, shape, skin tone, gender, and physical abilities, while challenging present-day beauty standards as an undesirable social construct.   However in recent years, the definition has been altered and twisted into something that some may view as harmful to the very people it is trying to help. Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness ...

Have We Lost All Our Manners?

In the debut episode, we discuss who we are, what the plan is for the show, and what the proper etiquette is in a post pandemic fitness world.   Follow us on Instagram:   https://instagram.com/mattsmith_fitness   https://www.instagram.com/walteratyourservice   https://www.instagram.com/total.fitness.podcast/   https://www.instagram.com/inside_fitness/

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Chris Mercanti chats with Ian Bell of Fit Foods (Parent of PVL, Mutant and North Coast Naturals).  We chat about PVL new pre-workout Domin8, the state of the supplement industry and general fitness.

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Chris Mercanti chats with 4 time Paralympian Josh Cassidy.  We talk about preparation techniques, motivation and Josh's new role as CMO with MOSHN Fit.