Get-Fit Guy

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Which exercise increases happiness the most? Hint: It's not cardio (Reissue)

697. Most people think "fitness" is just about how you look at the beach or your 5K time. But after two decades of coaching, host Kevin Don has realized that what people actually want isn’t bigger biceps—it’s to be happy. This week, we look back at an episode from step away from ... Show more

. 13min 12sec

Is BMI a myth? Why your waist circumference might matter more (Reissue)

675. Is BMI actually a "myth," or are you just using your muscle mass as an excuse to skip cardio? This week, in an episode that ran first in April 2024, host Kevin Don tackles the controversial debate surrounding the Body Mass Index (BMI). While athletes and powerlifters often d ... Show more

. 10min 51sec

Is all stress bad? Eustress, distress, and the truth about resilience

686. Is a "perfect existence" actually making you weak? This week, in an episode that first ran in July of 2024, Kevin debunks a viral Instagram fallacy claiming that humans, like plants, require hardship to stay rooted. While the metaphor makes for a great caption, it relies on ... Show more

. 10min 4sec

Listener emails: How many indoor bike workouts to do in a week, and advice on resting while lifting (Reissue)

657. In this episode from late 2023, Kevin answers a round of listener e-mails, including how many times a week people should do indoor cycling, and what kind of rest we should be taking to be efficient and also maximize gains? Get-Fit Guy is a Quick and Dirty podcast, hosted by ... Show more

. 10min 50sec

Should older adults lift weights more? The truth about fitness & aging (Reissue)

712. As we age, should we really be training less... or is that just a myth? In this episode from last March, Kevin explores the science behind anabolic resistance, the age-related loss of muscle mass, and how older trainees can combat it through smart nutrition and resistance tr ... Show more

. 11min 18sec