Stronger Than Your Boyfriend

Barpath Fitness
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Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.

  1. 1D AGO

    Q&A 106: Strengthen Weak Hips, Recovery for Women vs. Men, Muscle Building Supplements

    Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address on the podcast! Question 1: l've heard that women are different from men regarding the post workout training window for optimal recovery regarding protein (1hr for women, men are more like 3hrs) what are good quick post workout snacks or meals with plenty of protein would you recommend? Question 2: When you're doing movements like chin-ups or even a prone row on a bench etc…do you completely relax your body between reps or do you always keep the region you're moving active? Question 3: I am hoping to add a habit of doing yoga at least one day a week. Do you think it’s important to follow the same routine each week or simply do whatever routine feels needed for that day? Question 4: Any tips for strengthening weak hips? Resource: https://barpathfitness.com/blog/how-to-stretch-and-strengthen-the-hips/  Question 5: What supplements will help my 60 year old body build muscle?

    27 min

  2. FEB 10

    The New Food Pyramid

    On today’s episode of the podcast, we discuss the NEW food pyramid. The US Department of Food Services and the USDA just released a new food pyramid as a dietary guideline. We give a brief history of the food pyramid as a visual dietary guide, what we appreciate about the updated version, and which recommendations may be unsound, or even potentially harmful, for the general population.  In this Episode, we Discuss:  What Is the 2026 Food Pyramid?Why the Food Pyramid Was Updated AgainOld Food Pyramid vs New OneKey Changes That Raised ConcernsWho Benefits Most From the New Pyramid?Scientific Evidence: What Supports It—and What Doesn’tHow the 2026 Pyramid Affects Everyday Eating HabitsWhat a Healthier Food Guide Could Look Like from a NutritionistShould We Trust the 2026 Food Pyramid  Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    34 min

  3. FEB 3

    When Fitness Becomes Your Identity: The Pros, The Cons, and the Gray Area

    Today, we talk about discipline vs. obsession in fitness. When you start working out, you incorporate fitness into your identity, which is a good thing. Research shows that it helps keep you disciplined in your fitness routine. However, obsession with exercise is a slippery slope that can actually be detrimental to your health through feeling like you have to earn food and feeling anxiety when you can’t workout. Injuries can also have a huge impact on your mental health.  This episode is about coming to a state of balance, and what might happen when fitness becomes who you are. Resources: US Government Nutrition Policy Fact Sheet In this episode, we discuss:  How Fitness Slowly Becomes an IdentityExercise Obsession: The All-or-Nothing MindsetThe Motivation–Obsession Gray AreaWhen Injury Forces the Question: Who Are You Without Fitness?How to Build a Sustainable, Enjoyable Relationship With FitnessTraining Hard Without Letting Fitness Take Over Your Life Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    32 min

  4. JAN 27

    Vibration training: The Science Behind Vibration and Training

    On today’s episode of the podcast, we talk about vibration training and if it’s worth the shake. We're covering all vibration training tools, specifically vibration plates, and the research on whether these products work or not. Stay tuned to hear the science on our opinion on this reemerging trend.  In this episode, we discuss: What is Vibration Training?How Vibration Training Affects Muscles & the Nervous SystemBenefits of Vibration TrainingTypes of Vibration Tools How to Safely Use Vibration Tools for Training & RecoveryVibration Training vs Traditional TrainingIs Vibration Training Right for You? Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    26 min

  5. JAN 20

    Movement as medicine: Why You Shouldn't Stop Moving When Injured

    Today on the podcast, we talk about why it is imperative to have a movement practice when you're dealing with pain or injury and what that might look like. Movement can and should be used as medicine when you have an acute injury or chronic issues. We see people living in pain who were never told that movement could actually help. We discuss the science behind our opinions and share how you can bring movement back into your life, no matter what issue you’re working with. In this episode, we discuss: What Does “Movement as Medicine” Really Mean?Why Complete Rest Can Slow RecoveryHow Movement Supports the Healing ProcessUnderstanding Pain vs. Harm During InjuryWhat Types of Movement Are Safe When InjuredHow to Modify Movement During InjuryRethinking Injury Recovery: Movement as a Therapeutic Tool Resources: Podcast Episode 22: Training After an Injury (What Happens After Physical Therapy Ends) Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    36 min

  6. JAN 13

    How to Get Back Into Training After a Long Break

    Taking time off from training happens. Injury, burnout, work, stress, travel, or just life getting busy. Getting back into the gym usually feels harder mentally than it does physically. In this episode, Heather and Katie talk through how to return to training after a long break in a way that actually sticks. We break down what to focus on, what to avoid, and how to rebuild strength and consistency without burning yourself out or trying to train like you never stopped. What We Cover: Why checking your ego matters more than your old PRsWhy starting with less than you think is the fastest way forwardWhy consistency beats intensity when you are coming backWhat to expect with soreness and fatigue after time offWhy RPE and reps in reserve matter more than percentagesWhy volume should come before intensityWhy recovery is non negotiable when returning to trainingWant More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group

    32 min

  7. JAN 6

    2026 Fitness Goals and Predictions

    On this week’s episode of the podcast, share our personal fitness goals for 2026 and go over our fitness predictions for the upcoming year. Get to know us, the motivation that drives us, and our expert forecast for the future of fitness.  Additional Sources: Podcast Episode 45: Why New Years Resolutions Suck: How to Set Goals the Right Way Podcast Episode 147: 5 Ways to Stay Consistent in 2024 Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    38 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    This or That: Fitness & Nutrition Edition

    On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re switching things up with a rapid-fire “this or that” conversation around fitness and nutrition. We move quickly through a series of questions, giving our initial gut responses first, then circle back to unpack the why behind each answer. As always, these aren’t absolutes. Context matters, nuance matters, and we don’t agree on everything. You’re invited to play along while you listen, pick your side, and decide where you land. If you’ve got strong opinions, we want to hear them. Come continue the conversation in our Facebook group. Want More? Join our Newsletter  Online Nutrition Coaching  Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching  Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Demos on Our Youtube Channel

    32 min
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Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.

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  • Creator
    Barpath Fitness
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    292
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
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