FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast

Turo Virta
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Struggling to stay consistent with your fitness and nutrition while juggling work, family, or a busy schedule? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.Hosted by strength coach and educator Turo Virta, this podcast delivers no-BS advice for women 40 and older, busy professionals, and anyone tired of quick fixes and yo-yo dieting.Tune in each week for powerful solo episodes and expert interviews on topics like:- Fat loss without tracking every calorie- Emotional eating and mindset- Reverse dieting and metabolism- Hormonal changes, menopause, and belly fat- Sustainable workouts for busy lifestyles- Fitness motivation when you feel stuckWhether you're restarting your journey, feeling frustrated with plateaus, or looking for training solutions that actually fit your life—this show is for you.🎧 New episodes every week. Subscribe and take back control of your health—without the obsession.

  1. 1D AGO

    What the Olympics Taught Me About Consistency, Discipline and Pressure

    Send a text In this solo episode, I share what the Olympics really look like behind the scenes and what they taught me about consistency, discipline and pressure. Most people see highlight reels. What I experienced was structure, repetition, logistics, and calm preparation. The Olympic Village is simple. Security is strict. Media coverage is global. But what truly matters isn’t glamour, it’s daily discipline. Our team went through two and a half years of preparation, constant adjustments, mental health support, and detailed planning to perform on that stage. I talk about: Why Olympic athletes rely on boring, repetitive routinesHow pressure is treated as a privilege, not a threatWhy sleep, hydration, and recovery matter more than flashy training toolsWhat losing 6-0 to the USA taught us about growth and perspectiveWhy small daily habits separate elite performance from average effort One of the biggest takeaways for me was this: consistency beats intensity. Not just in elite hockey but in everyday life. You don’t need Olympic talent to apply Olympic standards. You need discipline, recovery, repetition, and the ability to stay calm when things don’t go perfectly. This episode is not about medals. It’s about process. If you want long-term progress, in fitness, business or life, this one is for you.

    36 min

  2. FEB 12

    Get Healthy or Get Dead: Taking Back Responsibility for Your Health with Kristina Morros

    Send a text In this episode, I sit down with Kristina Morros, a former critical care nurse anesthetist and the founder of Get Healthy or Get Dead. Kristina shares her journey from working inside the medical system to advocating for functional medicine, patient education, and personal responsibility in health. We talk openly about where the healthcare system works well — especially in emergencies — and where it falls short when it comes to creating long-term health. Kristina explains why focusing on root causes like gut health, hormones, stress, sleep, hydration, and movement matters more than chasing quick fixes or health trends. We also discuss how stress and nervous system regulation are still widely underestimated, and why modern life keeps so many people stuck in a constant state of overload. We touch on the pandemic, misinformation, and why so many people have lost trust in institutions — and how that makes it even more important to stay curious, ask questions, and take an active role in your own health decisions. This conversation is about balance, awareness, and getting back to basics. Not extremes. Not perfection. Just honest, practical steps toward feeling better and staying healthy long term. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice or unsure who to trust, this episode will help you zoom out, think critically, and reconnect with what really matters. Find Kristina Morros here: Website & coaching: https://kristinamorros.com https://gethealthyorgetdead.com Book + resources: https://gethealthyorgetdead.com Substack: https://gethealthyorgetdead.substack.com Instagram:  @gethealthyorgetdead

    56 min

  3. FEB 5

    From Shame to Strength: Samia’s Journey Through Grief, Body Image and Self-Acceptance

    Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Samia to talk about something many people experience but rarely speak about openly: the emotional side of fitness, body image and grief. Samia shares her personal journey of transforming her relationship with her body, food, and movement. We talk about how grief after losing her father affected her motivation, self-esteem, and daily life and how exercise slowly became a way to reconnect with herself, not punish her body. This conversation goes far beyond workouts and diets. It’s about mental health, shame, resilience, and learning to be kind to yourself. We also explore Samia’s powerful experience on the Camino de Santiago, a journey filled with physical challenges, illness, unexpected kindness from strangers, and moments that reshaped how she understood strength and vulnerability. In this episode, you’ll hear about: emotional eating and body image strugglesgrief and its impact on motivation and mental healthsustainable fitness and realistic weight lossbuilding confidence through movementthe psychology of self-talk and identitynon-scale victories and real-life transformationwhy fitness is not just physical, but emotional and mentalIf you’ve ever felt stuck in your health journey, ashamed of your body, or overwhelmed by life, Samia’s story will resonate deeply with you. Her journey is a reminder that real transformation doesn’t happen overnight. It happens through honesty, courage, and small consistent steps. If this episode touched you: Share it with someone who might need to hear it.Leave a review or rating to help more people find this podcast.And if you’re ready to build a healthier relationship with your body, food, and movement — I’d love to support you on your journey.You can work with me through my coaching programs (you can find more HERE) or reach out directly (email: turo@fitmitturo.com) to start your own transformation.

    2h 17m

  4. JAN 29

    Before You Change Your Plan, Listen to This

    Send us a text January is the time when many people start doubting themselves. They feel like their plan isn’t working, results aren’t showing fast enough, and the first thought is often: “Maybe I need to change everything.” In this solo episode, I talk about why so many people quit their fitness goals in January and why changing your plan too often is usually the real problem. I explain how unrealistic expectations and constant plan-hopping keep people stuck, even when they’re actually doing many things right. Early progress often goes unnoticed because it doesn’t show up on the scale, but it shows up in other ways first like better digestion, more stable energy, improved sleep, or better workouts. I share why consistency beats variety when you’re trying to create change, especially in the beginning, and why doing less consistently is often more effective than doing more for two weeks and then quitting. I also talk about patience, using the metaphor of a growing seed, and why long-term progress comes from repetition, not drastic changes. This episode is a reminder to slow down, trust the process, and stop chasing fast results. If you feel tempted to switch plans or start over right now, this episode will help you pause, reset your expectations, and keep going in a way that’s more sustainable both physically and mentally. And finally, if you need help with this, email me turo@fitmitturo.com or check coaching options https://www.personaltrainerturo.com/

    25 min

  5. JAN 22

    AI Workouts vs YouTube vs Coaching: What Actually Works Long Term

    Send us a text Lately, I get asked a lot about AI workouts. Are they good? Are they better than YouTube workouts? And do you still need a coach? In this solo episode, I share my honest take as a coach who works with real people, real schedules, and real life stress and how I use AI in my coaching. I break down the differences between random YouTube workouts, general AI-generated workout plans, and coach-created programs. I explain why random workouts often fail due to lack of structure, why AI workouts are already a big improvement because they reduce decision fatigue and give people a plan, and where they still fall short. General AI workouts don’t know your injury history, stress level, recovery, motivation, or what season of life you’re in. They also don’t adjust when life gets busy or when expectations need to change and that’s often where people quit. I talk about why consistency, progression, and small adjustments matter more than intensity or novelty, and I share a real client example where adjusting the plan helped her stay consistent and feel better again. My conclusion is simple:  Random workouts are the worst option.  General AI workouts are better.  AI combined with coaching and human adjustment works best. This episode is about building a workout plan that adapts to real life, instead of starting over every time things get hard. If you’ve been jumping from workout to workout or feel like your plan never fits your life for long, this episode will help you understand what actually leads to long-term results. If you want to stop guessing and follow a plan that actually adapts to your life, I’m starting my next 8-week challenge on January 26. You’ll get AI-based workouts that I personally adjust for you based on your goals, schedule, stress level, injuries, and available equipment. The focus is not perfection or extreme training, but consistency and progress that lasts. You can find all details and sign up via the link HERE

    33 min

  6. JAN 15

    Why January Goals Fail (And What Alcohol Teaches Us About Real Progress)

    Send us a text January is the time when motivation drops and many people start thinking they already failed their New Year’s goals. In this solo episode, I talk about why most January goals don’t stick and why it usually has nothing to do with discipline or willpower. I share my own experience of moving from December’s noise into January’s quiet, and why that shift often makes people feel stuck, tired, or frustrated. Most goals fail because they’re simply too big, too vague, and too strict to work in real life. I also use alcohol as a real example, because it shows this pattern better than almost anything else. I explain how alcohol affects sleep and recovery, why all-or-nothing thinking makes progress harder, and why extreme rules often backfire. Instead of asking “Should I quit alcohol?”, I suggest asking better questions: Why do I drink? What role does it play in my life right now? And what would a smaller, more realistic change look like? This episode is not about Dry January or being perfect. It’s about lowering pressure, shrinking your goals, and focusing on consistency instead of intensity. If January feels harder than you expected, this episode will help you reset your goals and keep going without burning out.

    23 min

  7. JAN 8

    The Real Root Causes of Prostate Problems: Inflammation, Infections, and Why Most Tests Miss Them

    Send us a text Most men are told that prostate problems are just part of getting older. Dr. Lisbeth Roy says that’s simply not true. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisbeth Roy, board-certified functional and regenerative medicine physician, to talk about what’s really behind prostate issues, low energy, hormone problems, and declining performance in men over 40. We discuss why standard medical tests like PSA often miss the real problem and how hidden infections, chronic inflammation, toxins, and gut issues quietly damage prostate health over time. Dr. Roy explains: Why prostate symptoms are not normal agingHow gut health and the immune system affect the prostateWhy testosterone therapy often helps short-term but fails long-termThe role of chronic infections most doctors never test forHow toxins and plastics disrupt hormonesWhy men delay getting help and the emotional cost of that delayWe also talk openly about the impact prostate problems have on confidence, relationships, work, and daily life, and why partners play a key role in early action and support. This is not about quick fixes. This is about finding the root cause and fixing the system. If you are a man over 40 or you care about one then this episode could change how you think about health, aging, and prevention. Resources mentioned in this episode: AskDrRoy.com DoctorsStudio (Dr. Roy’s clinic and programs) If this episode helped you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it and leave a review to iTunes and/or Spotify as it helps the show reach more people.

    1h 2m

  8. JAN 1

    New Year Without “New You”: How to Change Without Hating Your Body

    Send us a text In this episode, I want to push back on the whole “New Year, New You” thing. You are not a broken project. You don’t need a completely new version of yourself. What you need is better support, kinder self-talk, and a simple plan you can actually stick to when life is messy. In this conversation, I walk you through: Why “New Year, New You” often starts from self-attackHow all-or-nothing thinking ruins January for so many peopleHow to create one simple identity sentence that guides your choicesHow to pick ONE anchor habit for the next 7 days (that still works in a busy week)How to use a “day-after routine” instead of beating yourself up after overeating or skipping workoutsI’ll also give you 10 reflection questions you can use to close this year and open the next one in a calmer, smarter way. Your 10 Reflection Questions Grab a pen and answer these in your notes: What went better this year compared to last year with your health, food, movement or sleep?Where did you surprise yourself in a positive way?Where did “all-or-nothing” show up most often for you?What helped you get back on track when you fell off?What habits or routines made you feel strongest this year?Where did you still get in your own way? (thoughts, beliefs, patterns)What is one thing you want to do less of next year?What is one thing you want to do more of next year?Finish this sentence: “In 2026 I’m the woman who…” (or “I’m the person who…”)What is ONE key habit you want to focus on in January, even in a busy week?Examples of that one January habit: Two strength workouts per week7–8k steps most daysProtein at two meals per dayBedtime before 10:30 pm three nights per weekYou don’t need to become a “new you” on January 1st. You just need to support the you who is already here. If you want extra accountability, send me your identity sentence and your January anchor habit on Instagram @personaltrainer_turo or email turo@fitmitturo.com. And if this episode helps you, it would mean a lot if you share it with a friend or leave a quick review for the show.

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Struggling to stay consistent with your fitness and nutrition while juggling work, family, or a busy schedule? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.Hosted by strength coach and educator Turo Virta, this podcast delivers no-BS advice for women 40 and older, busy professionals, and anyone tired of quick fixes and yo-yo dieting.Tune in each week for powerful solo episodes and expert interviews on topics like:- Fat loss without tracking every calorie- Emotional eating and mindset- Reverse dieting and metabolism- Hormonal changes, menopause, and belly fat- Sustainable workouts for busy lifestyles- Fitness motivation when you feel stuckWhether you're restarting your journey, feeling frustrated with plateaus, or looking for training solutions that actually fit your life—this show is for you.🎧 New episodes every week. Subscribe and take back control of your health—without the obsession.

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  • Creator
    Turo Virta
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    251
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast
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