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Rodsquad Women's Fitness

81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

Welcome to the Rodsquad Women’s Fitness RODCAST with Rod Cortizo, who’s been helping women transform their health and figure for over 20 years. Here, you’ll learn easy-to-implement, realistic and sustainable changes you can make to improve your health and fitness and make it permanent! This is for women who want to be their best... their fittest, strongest, and leanest at any age. Enjoy!

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Holiday Survival Guide: How to Enjoy the Season While Crushing Your Health and Fitness Goals

October 29, 2021 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

With Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years approaching, it's easy to get distracted by the parties, eating, drinking and gift giving, and lose focus on our biggest goals.  If you want to get healthier, leaner, fitter... the time to start is now!  We gave our best tips that allow you to ENJOY every holiday event, while still honoring your body and working toward your goals. You also protect your immune system by focusing on nutrition first (lean proteins and vegetables) before en...

The Real Fat Burning Zone (It's Not What They Tell You at Orangetheory)

October 22, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

In this episode, we uncovered the truth about "the fat burning zone" and it might shock you! The real fat burning zone is totally different than what most women have been led to believe. If you want to get maximum results and burn the most fat when you exercise, this episode is a must listen! Click here to join the Rodsquad Women's Fitness Insiders group on Facebook. Click here to shop the Rodsquad supplement shop and use code 'RSPODCAST' for 15% off your entire purchase.

Your Missing Fat Loss Hack: Get More zzzz's

October 18, 2021 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

Thanks for listening to the Rodsquad Women's Fitness podcast! As a thank you to our listeners, we're offering 15% off all Rodsquad supplements! Use code 'RSPODCAST' and your discount will be applied at checkout. Click here to shop Rodsquad supplements now. If you have enjoyed any episode, please leave us a rating and review. Take a screenshot of your review and send it to us on Instagram to win a free VIP box with a copy of our cookbook sent to you in the mail. Show Notes:  Struggli...

Healthy Eating vs Eating for Fat Loss: Misunderstanding the Difference Might Be Sabotaging Your Progress!

September 27, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Listen in to hear Kate and Rod talk about the difference between eating for fat loss and eating for health. This is a PSA: While focusing on eating lots of healthy fats, foods that are organic, non-gmo, vegan, etc... might be great for your health, placing too much emphasis on these things can completely sabotage your progress in reaching your ideal weight and figure. Your first priority should be eating to lose body fat. After that, we can look more at organic, etc. As Rod says, if y...

The Fall Transformation Event, Part 2: Top 5 Most Effective Strength Training Exercises for Women

September 10, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

This episode of the Rodsquad Women's Fitness podcast is a recording of the live training we did inside our private Facebook group, as part of the Fall Transformation Event. To get the most from this episode, you need to go and WATCH the demonstration of proper form for injury prevention and maximum results. Sign up at Rodsquad.com/Fall and you'll get access to all 3 parts of the free training, as well as access to download the homework pdf docs.  The five exercises discussed in this episo...

The Fall Transformation Event, Part 2: Top 5 Most Effective Exercises for Women

September 10, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MB

This episode of the Rodsquad Women's Fitness podcast is a recording of the live training we did inside our private Facebook group, as part of the Fall Transformation Event. To get the most from this episode, you need to go and WATCH the demonstration of proper form for injury prevention and maximum results. Sign up at Rodsquad.com/Fall and you'll get access to all 3 parts of the free training, as well as access to download the homework pdf docs.  The five exercises discussed in this episo...

The Fall Transformation Event, Part 1: Metabolism, the Calorie Conscious Approach and Your Mindset for Success

September 09, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

This episode is the recording of the Facebook live from day 1 of the Fall Transformation Event.  The Fall Transformation Event is a free, 3-part training for women who want to build lean muscle tone, burn more body fat, rev up metabolism and transform into the body and health of their wildest dreams.  In part 1, we discussed how the metabolism works and provided steps to repair and boost metabolism.  We explained how we use the calorie conscious approach to help clients reach their goals ...

Here's Why You Should Cancel Your Gym Membership Right Now

September 03, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Please click here to leave us a review on iTunes. We so appreciate your love and support!  You should run to cancel your gym membership right now. Contrary to what many people believe, going to the gym can actually hold you back from reaching your goals. Listen in to hear why... you might be surprised! There's definitely some factors you haven't thought of before. We also talked briefly about how improving your fitness can help protect you from Covid.  This episode is designed to get you ...

Nikki's Transformation Interview + the Truth Talk You Need to Hear Today

August 30, 2021 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

Please click here to leave us a review on iTunes. We so appreciate your love and support! If any of the following resonates with you, this episode (and the Fall Transformation Event) is for you:  You feel like you’ve tried everything to get a better body, lose weight, get in shape and nothing has worked You’re tired of counting calories, macros and tracking everything you eat You’ve been living off a meal delivery service and you don’t know what’ll happen when you quit You’ve wasted mo...

Nikki's Transformation Interview + Who You Have to Become to Get Your Ideal End Result (Truth Talk)

August 30, 2021 18:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Please click here to leave us a review on iTunes. We so appreciate your love and support! If any of the following resonates with you, this episode (and the Fall Transformation Event) is for you:  You feel like you’ve tried everything to get a better body, lose weight, get in shape and nothing has worked You’re tired of counting calories, macros and tracking everything you eat You’ve been living off a meal delivery service and you don’t know what’ll happen when you quit You’ve wasted mo...

Fat Burners & Supplements: Do They Work? Which Supps Should You Take? Plus, a Big Announcement!

August 23, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this episode of the Rodsquad Women's Fitness podcast, we talked about fat burners and weight loss supplements. The truth about how they work and if you should take them! We also discussed pre workout supplements, fish oil/ omega 3s, multi vitamins, immunity boosters, collagen powder, branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) and more. Plus, we made a big announcement! Not all supplements are created equal. This is definitely a case where you get what you pay for. High quality, trustworthy ...

What is Your Genetic Set Point and Why Should You Care? (Important for Fat Loss!)

August 10, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

On September 8-9, we’ll be hosting a free, live transformation event.   In the 2-day Fall Transformation Event, we’ll teach you the exact blueprint that has transformed thousands of Rodsquad ladies over the past two decades. We have limited spots and registration is already open. Reserve your spot at rodsquad.com/fall. What is Your Genetic Set Point and Why Should You Care? (Important for Fat Loss!) The genetic set point is the percentage of body fat your body is most comfortable with,...

Butt, Peach, Booty: Why Everyone Needs to Work Their Glutes + How to Do It

August 03, 2021 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Whether you want to look like Kim Kardashian or just want to prevent sagging, this episode is for you! A smaller waist has been attractive since the beginning of time and firmer, tighter, perkier glutes can help accentuate the hourglass shape. Additionally, stronger glutes help with strength, mobility and performance.  Especially for women, a stronger booty can help maintain youthfulness.  Remember... when you cross paths with Rod in the future, you want him to see you from the back and thi...

5 Steps to Guaranteed Results

July 30, 2021 18:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

Here's the link to join our private Facebook group - Rodsquad Women's Fitness Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rodsquadwomen

Five Steps to GUARANTEED Results

July 30, 2021 18:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

The challenge from this episode... don't be like the dog sitting on a nail, simply because it's familiar. Change can be uncomfortable because it's unfamiliar, but it's 100% worth it. These are five steps to get guaranteed results with your fitness program, or anything you commit yourself to in life. Step 1: Believe that your transformation is possible. Step 2: Commit to follow the process for the long game. Step 3: Stack the deck in your favor. Make small, easy-to-implement changes that...

Fat Loss, Muscle Tone, A Better Body: Five Steps to Get Better Results Faster

July 30, 2021 18:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

The challenge from this episode... don't be like the dog sitting on a nail, simply because it's familiar. Change can be uncomfortable because it's unfamiliar, but it's 100% worth it. These are five steps to get guaranteed results with your fitness program, or anything you commit yourself to in life. Step 1: Believe that your transformation is possible. Step 2: Commit to follow the process for the long game. Step 3: Stack the deck in your favor. Make small, easy-to-implement changes that...

The Truth About Fruit: Friend or Foe? (Keto Fit Myth Debunked)

July 18, 2021 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

In today's episode of the Rodsquad podcast, we answered this question once and for all... Is fruit a friend or foe? If you're trying to lose weight and shed body fat, do you have to cut out fruit? Especially with the rise of low carb and ketogenic diets in recent years, we've seen this myth circulating and we're thrilled to set the record straight. You can and should eat fruit. Rod also provides a list of top 5 favorite fruits that are also high in fiber to help you feel full and satisf...

The Truth About Fruit: Friend or Foe? (Fit Myth Debunked)

July 18, 2021 02:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

In today's episode of the Rodsquad podcast, we answered this question once and for all... Is fruit a friend or foe? If you're trying to lose weight and shed body fat, do you have to cut out fruit? Especially with the rise of low carb and ketogenic diets in recent years, we've seen this myth circulating and we're thrilled to set the record straight. You can and should eat fruit. Rod also provides a list of top 5 favorite fruits that are also high in fiber to help you feel full and satisf...

Top Strength Training Mistakes All Women Need to Avoid

July 05, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

In this episode, Top Strength Training Mistakes All Women Need to Avoid, we talked about everything from warm up and stretching to cardio, mind muscle connection and rest. Listen closely to be sure you're avoiding these common mistakes and getting maximum return for your strength training/ weight lifting efforts.

Women's Fitness Transformation Masterclass: How to Burn Body Fat, Rev Up Metabolism and Build the Body of Your Dreams from Anywhere, With or Without a Gym Membership

July 01, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Today's episode is a replay of the Women's Fitness Transformation Masterclass we hosted in our Facebook group on June 30, 2021.  The class is titled - How to Burn Body Fat, Rev Up Metabolism and Build the Body of Your Dreams from Anywhere, With or Without a Gym Membership.  To learn more about our program, go to rodsquad.com/yes

Why Transforming Your Body Is Simpler Than You Think + How to START TODAY

June 25, 2021 22:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

In order to achieve a total body fitness transformation, we have to be willing to sacrifice the present for the future. Whatever we decide to do, we must do it consistently over a long period of time to get and maintain results. And we have to be willing to bet on ourselves.

Why Transforming Your Body Is Simpler Than You Think

June 25, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

In order to achieve a total body fitness transformation, we have to be willing to sacrifice the present for the future. Whatever we decide to do, we must do it consistently over a long period of time to get and maintain results. And we have to be willing to bet on ourselves.

How to Repair Your Metabolism in 3 Steps (Fit Myth Debunked)

June 18, 2021 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

MYTH: My metabolism is broken because of my age and there's nothing I can do about it.  TRUTH: Yes, age is a factor, but there's much more to it! There are a few simple steps you can take to repair your metabolism and still reach your fitness goals! In this episode, Rod reveals the real reason your metabolism isn't functioning like it once was, and it's not what you think.  Your metabolism isn't lagging simply because of age or hormones.  There are 3 steps you can take to help heal your ...

You Need THIS to Eradicate Cellulite, Transform Your Body, Become a Millionaire & Have a Lasting Marriage

June 08, 2021 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

You're invited to our free transformation masterclass. In one hour, you'll learn the 5 little known secrets to burn body fat, build beautiful muscle tone and build the body of your dreams from anywhere.  In the masterclass, I’ll be talking about...  The key to fire up metabolism that most women (and fitness professionals!) miss + how typical "dieting" can wreak havoc on metabolism and hormones.  The biggest strength training mistakes you need to avoid to build your dream body without pill...

How Eating MORE Can Be Your Transformation Secret Weapon

June 02, 2021 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Kate interviewed Rod about what we really need to eat to transform. We covered so much! Why you shouldn't cut out food groups Why restricting yourself isn't what we suggest How to get back on the wagon after a holiday weekend How to handle special events where you know you'll eat cake (or whatever you like!) How to lose the right kind of weight (FAT), not water or muscle weight How to eat more than ever and exercise less while building the body of your dreams How you can trick your bo...

How to Accomplish Your Biggest Goals Faster

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

ACT AS IF.  In this episode, Kate shares a few personal examples of how "acting as if" has helped her reach new levels in her own personal life and business.  She explains how "acting as if" can guide your daily habits and decisions as you strive to become a happier, healthier, more fit and successful version of yourself. 

My #1 Tip for Accomplishing Any Goal

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

ACT AS IF.  In this episode, Kate shares a few personal examples of how "acting as if" has helped her reach new levels in her own personal life and business.  She explains how "acting as if" can guide your daily habits and decisions as you strive to become a happier, healthier, more fit and successful version of yourself. 

Quick Tip to Accomplish Your Biggest Goals Faster

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

ACT AS IF.  In this episode, Kate shares a few personal examples of how "acting as if" has helped her reach new levels in her own personal life and business.  She explains how "acting as if" can guide your daily habits and decisions as you strive to become a happier, healthier, more fit and successful version of yourself. 

(Life Hack) How to Accomplish Your Biggest Goals Faster: "Act As If"

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 9.91 MB

ACT AS IF.  In this episode, Kate shares a few personal examples of how "acting as if" has helped her reach new levels in her own personal life and business.  She explains how "acting as if" can guide your daily habits and decisions as you strive to become a happier, healthier, more fit and successful version of yourself. 

How to Accomplish Any Goal

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

ACT AS IF.  In this episode, Kate shares a few personal examples of how "acting as if" has helped her reach new levels in her own personal life and business.  She explains how "acting as if" can guide your daily habits and decisions as you strive to become a happier, healthier, more fit and successful version of yourself. 

How to Kickstart Your Fitness Transformation

May 18, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

In The Transformation Episode, we answer your burning questions:  What is the best type of exercise to burn fat and get the body of your dreams?  How long does a fitness transformation really take? Why is muscle so important for metabolism? Find out what Rod says strength training is THE ONLY WAY to build the body of your dreams, and how doing the wrong type of exercise can actually make you fat! If you're ready to burn body fat, build lean muscle and kickstart your own transformation, ...