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- Health & Fitness
Join your hosts Michael De Silva and Sam Weeks as they challenge the fitness industry, discuss fads, facts and fiction to discover what 'health' truly means. Learn from industry professionals the right way to start, rectify and change your fitness habits for a healthy and sustainable lifestyle that will give you results that last forever!
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176: Gym & Tonic
Ever wondered how a simple mistake in the kitchen can lead to culinary perfection? Join us as we kick off this episode with Sam's hilarious story of leaving the oven on and stumbling upon an impeccable cooking technique. From there, we shift gears to Andrew's escapade of pretending to be a personal trainer for a market research interview. Together, we dive into an engaging discussion about the challenges faced by fitness professionals, the idea of a WeWork-like space for fitness experts, and ...
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175: Protein Bar Power Rankings
Are protein bars really the ultimate convenient snack or just a glorified candy bar? Join Mike de Silva and Sam Weeks as they tackle this question head-on in our latest episode. Discover the intricate world of protein bars as we rank popular brands from S to F, indulge in some ASMR sampling, and share lighthearted banter about technical mishaps and pet antics along the way. From the s'mores-flavored Quest Bar to the Musashi High Protein option, we break down their taste, texture, and nutritio...
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174:Injury Guide
Ever found yourself wincing at the memory of that time you went a little too hard at the gym and ended up with more than just sore muscles? We've all been there, and in our latest episode, we're spilling the beans on our own workout blunders and the lessons learned about injury prevention. Join us as we yammer about everything from the perils of post-shower chills to the humble pie served when you overestimate your squat capabilities. We'll even toss in a birthday celebration, proving that a ...
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173:Shame Explained
Have you ever replayed a cringeworthy moment in your head and felt the ground swallow you whole? Yeah, me too. We're peeling back the layers of shame in this episode, sharing stories of past embarrassments that refuse to fade and the gut-punches of recent gaffes. We don't just wallow in the awkward though; we also celebrate the power of facing our blunders head-on. From schoolyard accidents to adult faux pas like forgotten birthdays, we chat about strategies to confront shame and stay true to...
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172:Question Time, Overtraining, Undertraining, Body Motivation & More
Ever caught yourself trying to pull off a stunt from your favorite action flick during a workout, or wondered if your gym habits are sculpting or straining your body? Our latest episode gets down and dirty with the truth behind those silver screen-inspired exercises, dishes out the skinny on pre-gym nutrition, and breaks down the muscle-building balance between too much and just right. Plus, we're not just pumping iron in this session; join us as we share tales from symphonic highs to the zen...
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Warming Up to Winter: Fitness, Festivities, and Finding Joy in the Cold
As the mercury plummets, so does our enthusiasm for leaving the cozy confines of our beds – but what if the secrets to thriving in winter's chill were just a play button away? In our latest auditory escapade, we wrap our vocal cords around the impact of cold weather on everything from fitness regimes to our culinary whims. We even offer up a whimsical riff of Vivaldi's "Winter," providing the perfect backdrop to our musings on whether classical music still holds sway in our beat-driven lives....