Chris Gates Fitness

Chris Gates

Podcast by Chris Gates

  1. Jul 20

    180. Why Every Adult Should Focus on Building Muscle in 2026

    For years, most of us have approached health and fitness with the same goal: lose weight, see the number on the scale go down, and get leaner. But what if we've been focusing on the wrong goal? In today's episode, I explain why I believe every adult (and especially busy parents) should shift their focus away from chasing a number on the scale and start prioritizing building muscle instead. Building muscle isn't just about looking better. It's one of the most powerful investments you can make in your long-term health, metabolism, strength, confidence, and quality of life. I'll walk you through the "domino effect" that happens when you stop training simply to burn calories and start training with the goal of becoming stronger and more capable. ---------- Learn about 1-on-1 online fitness coaching » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/ ---------- Get my FREE Calorie Calculator » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/newsletter/

    180. Why Every Adult Should Focus on Building Muscle in 2026

  2. Jul 7

    179. How to Find Time for Fitness (Even if You're Busy)

    Do you constantly feel like there just aren't enough hours in the day to exercise? If you're juggling work, kids, family responsibilities, and everything else life throws at you, it's easy to believe that fitness has to wait. But the truth is, most people don't actually have a lack of time. They have a lack of clarity, planning, and systems that make healthy habits easier to follow. In this episode, I break down practical strategies I've used myself and with hundreds of busy moms and dads to help them consistently make time for fitness without spending hours in the gym. ---------- Learn about 1-on-1 online fitness coaching » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/ ---------- Download my FREE Calorie Calculator » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/newsletter/

    179. How to Find Time for Fitness (Even if You're Busy)

  3. Jun 29

    178. A Vacation Health & Fitness Guide for Busy Parents

    Heading out on vacation but worried about losing all your progress? If you're a busy mom or dad trying to lose weight, build muscle, or simply stay healthy, vacations can feel like a major obstacle. Between restaurant meals, desserts, drinks, skipped workouts, and an unpredictable schedule, it's easy to come home feeling bloated, discouraged, and convinced you've undone weeks of hard work. The good news? You probably haven't. In this episode, I share exactly how I approached my recent week-long family vacation, including how I balanced enjoying myself with staying consistent. You'll learn the simple strategies I use (and teach my coaching clients) to stay active, eat well without obsessing over calories, and return home without feeling like you need to "start over."

    178. A Vacation Health & Fitness Guide for Busy Parents

  4. Jun 3

    177. 48 Hours of Parenting Chaos & How We Survived It

    Life doesn't stop when you're trying to get healthy, and for me — last week proved it. In this episode, I'm sharing the story of one of the most chaotic weeks our family has had in a while: two kids getting hurt, multiple ER visits, a broken wrist, and an entire week's schedule completely thrown off. And yet, we still found a way to stay on track with training and nutrition. I'll walk you through exactly how I was able to keep my workouts and diet on track despite everything falling apart, and more importantly, how I build my own program (and my clients' programs) to be flexible and sustainable enough to handle real life when it gets hard. ---------- Learn about 1-on-1 online fitness coaching » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/

    177. 48 Hours of Parenting Chaos & How We Survived It

  5. May 19

    176. NEWSFLASH: You're Supposed to Fail

    This episode is filled with things I just have to get off my chest. Over the last few months, I've noticed a lot of people quitting on themselves over challenges and experiences that are simply part of the process when you're pursuing self improvement. And that bums me out. Because this entire journey isn't supposed to be easy, and the worst thing you can do is quit. In fact, quitting is the only way you can actually screw this entire health and fitness thing up. The first topic we'll tackle in today's episode is the concept of "messing up" and subsequently quitting on yourself. I'll explain how messing up is actually a confirmation that you're about to get to the good stuff in your journey. The second topic is folks who are always waiting for the "right time" to get started, and how it's never going to come unless you just get started. Because I have to tell ya... As a father of three, with a wife who has a demanding career, and being a business owner myself personally, we kept waiting for life to slow down, only to eventually realize that time ain't coming until it's too late! Most of the reasons we refuse to start, or quit all together, are completely made up. They're in your head. And if you can get past those feelings and simply focus on the work required, you'll find yourself exactly where you want to be in time. This episode will probably offend some people, and I'm OK with that. It's not my intention, but sometimes when you rant and put the truth out there in plain terms, it can rub people the wrong way. But I hope it doesn't offend you. I hope it inspires you to take action NOW. Hope it helps! ~ Chris ---------- Learn about 1-on-1 online fitness coaching » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/

    176. NEWSFLASH: You're Supposed to Fail

  6. May 13

    175. How to Exercise to Live Longer » Fitness & Longevity Explained

    Most people are exercising WRONG when it comes to exercising and living longer. And in this episode, I break down exactly what the research and data actually say about health and longevity. I cover 5 common myths about exercise and what actually works instead: Myth #1: Hard gym workouts are the biggest factor for longevity (what actually matters: daily movement & NEAT) Myth #2: Cardio is the healthiest form of exercise (why strength training is a leading predictor of longevity) Myth #3: Calories burned = a better workout (why this is a losing battle) Myth #4: Finding the "perfect program" is what matters (the power of consistency + variety) Myth #5: Supplements & longevity hacks are the answer (why habits & behaviors trump everything) ---------- Interested in coaching? I work with busy moms and dads who want to prioritize their health without overhauling their lives. Learn more and apply » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/ ---------- The MindPump podcast episode that inspired this episode » https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2848-the-1-longevity-factor-nobody-talks-about-its/id954100822?i=1000765021143

    175. How to Exercise to Live Longer » Fitness & Longevity Explained

  7. Apr 23

    174. 8 Lessons From 8 Years as a Health & Fitness Coach

    To celebrate 8 years as a health and fitness coach, I'm sharing the 8 most important lessons I've learned from coaching hundreds of clients to lose weight, build muscle, and creating lasting results. From consistent to strength training, and ultimately focusing on a sustainable plan, you'll learn about the most important aspects of a routine that can transform you to a happier, healthier, and stronger life. ---------- 🔗 Interested in coaching? » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching/

    174. 8 Lessons From 8 Years as a Health & Fitness Coach

  8. Mar 18

    173. Recapping 75 Hard Days to Start 2026

    The beginning of 2026 was rough, and in this episode I'm being completely transparent about it. You'll hear about my first 75 days of the year: a month-long family illness, a car accident that totaled the family vehicle, financial stress, and everything falling apart from both a health and business perspective. If you've ever started the year with big goals only to watch life derail them, this episode is for you. I'll walk you through exactly how I rebuilt my consistency with health and fitness by incrementally adding one habit at a time until everything clicked back into place. And I'll explain why the "long game" mindset is the only one that actually sticks. Key takeaways: • Why setting health goals on a hard timeline sets most people up to fail • How to rebound after life completely derails your routine • The incremental habit-stacking approach that gets and keeps you moving • Why "bulletproofing" your habits is the real goal of any fitness journey ---------- BIRTHDAY SALE — This Week Only (March 16–22): To celebrate my birthday, I'm offering my exclusive client referral discount to everyone: your first month of 1-on-1 online fitness coaching is 100% FREE. This deal has never been offered to the general public before and ends at midnight on March 22nd. Apply » https://chrisgatesfitness.com/coaching-application-form/

    173. Recapping 75 Hard Days to Start 2026
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Podcast by Chris Gates

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  • Creator
    Chris Gates
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    179
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Chris Gates Fitness