Healthy Living Lincoln

Capital City Fitness

Welcome to the Healthy Living Lincoln podcast helping busy adults in the Capital City stay strong, fit and healthy.

Episodes

  1. May 19

    Conquering the Murph- Strategies for Adults 40+

    Memorial Day is almost here, and that means one thing at Capital City Fitness — it's Murph season. In this episode, Coach Mike breaks down everything you need to know to tackle the legendary Memorial Day Murph workout, whether you're a seasoned athlete or stepping up to the challenge for the very first time. The Murph — named in honor of Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who gave his life in Afghanistan in 2005 — consists of a 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air squats, and another 1-mile run to finish. Capital City Fitness has been doing this workout as a community event for 15 years, and this episode brings all of that hard-earned experience straight to your ears. Coach Mike covers: What the Murph is and the powerful story behind why we do itNutrition strategies for the days leading up to and the morning of the workoutThe 5/10/15 partitioning method — the smartest way to break up the reps and actually finishPacing tips so you don't burn out on the first mile runModifications for every fitness level — including band-assisted pull-ups, inverted rows, elevated push-ups, and the Half Murph optionThe mental side of pushing through when your body wants to quitWhether you're joining us at Capital City Fitness on Monday, May 25th or taking on the Murph on your own, this episode gives you a real game plan. Ready to start your fitness journey? Visit CapitalCityFit.com to schedule your free consultation.

    12 min
  2. Mar 9

    The 3 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Busy Adults Make

    Getting in shape shouldn’t feel overwhelming—but for many busy adults, it does. In this first episode of the Healthy Living Lincoln Podcast, Mike, owner of Capital City Fitness in Lincoln, Nebraska, breaks down the three biggest fitness mistakes adults in their late 30s, 40s, and 50s make when trying to lose fat, build muscle, and get healthier. If you’ve ever started a fitness routine only to fall off track after a few weeks, this episode will help you understand why—and what actually works long term. Mike shares practical advice from years of coaching busy professionals, parents, and adults who want to stay strong, lean, and active for life. In this episode you’ll learn: • Why trying to change everything overnight almost always fails
• The real reason strength training matters more than endless cardio
• Why waiting for motivation keeps people stuck
• How simple, consistent habits lead to lasting results You’ll also hear a real story from the gym about how adults in their 40s and 50s can transform their health by focusing on consistency instead of perfection. Whether you're just getting started with fitness or trying to get back on track, this episode will give you a simple framework for building strength and improving your health in the real world. If you live in Lincoln and want help building a sustainable fitness routine, learn more about training at Capital City Fitness. And if you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend who might benefit from it. Thanks for listening to the Healthy Living Lincoln Podcast.

    3 min

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Welcome to the Healthy Living Lincoln podcast helping busy adults in the Capital City stay strong, fit and healthy.