Get-Fit Guy

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Move more of your body more often and in more interesting ways with the Get-Fit Guy! If you want to begin an exercise routine and don't know where to start, or if you've been working out for a while and aren't getting the results you want, Kevin Don will give you the tips you need to reach your fitness and movement goals. Get expert information on the latest fitness trends and advice on everything from toning your arms to running a 5K or simply building more movement into your day. With his easy-to-understand explanations, concrete examples, and sound reasoning backed by scientific research, Get-Fit Guy will provide you with the inspiration and knowledge you need to become fitter and stronger so you’ll be able to move through this world with more ease and enjoyment.

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#552
Tuesday · 6 min
What to eat before, during, and after your workout (Reissue)
552.Food is the fuel that allows you to perform during workouts and recover from them afterward. Dr. Jonathan Su, one of our great Get-Fit Guy hosts, provides simple and straightforward advice based on the latest research on how to best fuel for your workouts. Check out these three great recipes from our colleagues at Cookstr: Chicken Broccoli Pasta Tofu and Sweet Potato Curry (vegan, gluten-free) White Bean "Chicken" Chili (vegan, gluten-free) Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more tips and advice. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#574
October 13 · 8 min
4 solutions for post-workout back pain (Reissue)
574.Do you feel pain in your lower back after a workout? Are you blaming it on age? Dr. Jonathan Su, one of our great Get-Fit Guy hosts, shares the real reasons your back might hurt after a workout and what you can do about it. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more tips and advice. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#683
October 6 · 12 min
The importance of trust in a training environment (Reissue)
683.Exploring the critical role of trust in achieving fitness and life goals along with how low trust environments can impede progress and investment. This Get-Fit Guy episode is hosted by Kevin Don. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more tips and advice. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#583
September 29 · 6 min
What to do if you're not seeing progress with exercise (Reissue)
583.Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. What can you do if you’re just not seeing progress with your exercise routine? The principle of overload can help explain why you’ve plateaued. This Get-Fit Guy episode is hosted by Dr. Jonathan Su. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more tips and advice. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#591
September 22 · 10 min
How much protein do you need to build muscle? (Reissue)
591.Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Coach Kevin Don.. We naturally lose muscle loss as we age, but with resistance training and increasing our protein intake, we can reverse the process. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more tips and advice. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#625
September 15 · 10 min
How to fix low back pain when lifting (Reissue)
625.Is your back the cause of your back pain, or does it have more to do with your lifting form? Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#588
September 8 · 8 min
4 ways to get the most out of your workout (Reissue)
588.Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Jonathan Su with 4 ways for getting the most out of your workout. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#406
September 1 · 15 min
11 reasons not to skip leg day (Reissue)
406. What is referred to as Leg Day is a day that some beginner weightlifters either don't know about or actively avoid. More seasoned lifters know that if they skip leg day they will end up unbalanced, top heavy, injured, and also may end up being featured in the next "never skip leg day " meme on social media. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#665
August 25 · 10 min
Debunking the 10,000 steps rule in fitness (Reissue)
665.Coach Kevin digs into the '10,000 steps a day' rule. In this episode, we uncover the marketing origins of this popular health tip, challenge its scientific validity, and most importantly, provide you with varied, realistic and effective fitness objectives that could enhance your personal health journey. If you have been curious as to the actual science behind this popular fitness mantra, tune in to learn that and better strategies for optimal health. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the QDT newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#646
August 18 · 11 min
Mind vs. body: Can you change who you are through fitness? (Reissue)
646.Can you truly become a completely different person through fitness, or do transformations only alter your qualities while your core identity remains the same? Kevin dives into the philosophy of personal identity, the science of body transformations, and answer a listener’s question on fixing strength imbalances. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#656
August 11 · 13 min
What role do muscles play in improving circulation? (Reissue)
656.Can increased muscle mass improve circulation of blood lymph? Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#681
August 4 · 15 min
All about weight cutting (Reissue)
681.Kevin discusses the healthy ways to cut weight as well as some of the potential dangers. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#636
August 1 · 8 min
Five secrets to resistant aging
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#585
July 28 · 8 min
Which body type are you, and how does it change your fitness? (Reissue)
585.Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. Do you know what your genetically-determined body type is, and how it might affect your fitness journey? Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#594
July 25 · 7 min
Strength training 101 (Reissue)
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#581
July 21 · 6 min
4 things you can do to be active without exercising (Reissue)
581. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. Staying motivated and consistent with exercise is one of the biggest obstacles people face on their fitness journey. But with these 2 mental tricks, you can stay motivated during even the toughest workouts. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#697
July 14 · 13 min
Which mode of exercise will increase happiness the most? (Reissue)
697.Kevin explores how true happiness isn’t about physical fitness but about living a life of virtue. He unpacks Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics, sharing insights on achieving fulfillment through balance, practical wisdom, and meaningful relationships. Discover how exercising virtues, not just muscles, can lead to lasting happiness. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#680
July 7 · 11 min
What is "Fitness"? (Reissue)
680.Kevin unpacks the meaning and origins of the term "Fitness" and how it's changed today. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Find transcripts on the Quick and Dirty Tips Website Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#616
June 30 · 8 min
The biggest fitness mistake we need to avoid? Fear. (Reissue)
616.Instagram fitness influencers would have us avoid everything that is absolutely “wrong,” in their view. But could adding things actually be a better solution? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Find transcripts on the Quick and Dirty Tips Website Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#706
June 23 · 24 min
Group training vs. personal fitness plans: A follow-up (Reissue)
706.In a follow-up to last week's episode on group training, Kevin address a thoughtful listener email about the pros and cons of group training versus individualized fitness programs. He tackles key points, explores philosophical concepts, and discusses why individual goals may not align with group training environments. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more fitness tips. Get-Fit Guy is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Find transcripts on the Quick and Dirty Tips Website Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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