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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 is hosted by Dr. Jonathan Su. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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.quickanddirtytips.com/get-fit-guy-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://sixminutefitness.com/

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? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Dr. Jonathan Su. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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.quickanddirtytips.com/get-fit-guy-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://sixminutefitness.com/

Is there a magic number of steps to take per day to get (or stay) fit? Not really. But magical things do happen when you get more walking into your life. Transcript:  Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Join the conversation on Facebook. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/walking-15000-steps-per-day https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy

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. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Dr. Jonathan Su. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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.quickanddirtytips.com/get-fit-guy-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://sixminutefitness.com/

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? We've got great news! The Quick and Dirty Tips team is bringing you a special series of classic Get-Fit Guy episodes, featuring some of the best and most popular topics from multiple hosts of the show. Get ready to revisit your favorite fitness advice and discover timeless tips! In this episode, everyone ages, and with age comes a natural decline of physical abilities. But fitness interventions can help combat the effects of aging—as long as you pick the right exercises. This episode is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcript: https://get-fit-guy.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-combat-aging-through-fitness-reissue/transcript Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through why logging your food may be backfiring.  For more from the Nutrition Diva podcast, including recent episodes, articles and more... visit https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.   Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.  

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you an episode of our Project Parenthood podcast. On this episode, a parent reached out to Dr. Nanika Coor about their concern for their daughter’s increasing body weight, along with their fear of passing on to her the unhealthy messages about weight they learned from their own parents. 

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond.  This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Savvy Psychologist podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson shares how walking can boost mental health by reducing stress, improving mood, and enhancing sleep. Learn why this simple activity is a powerful tool for improving well-being and building resilience. For more from the Nutrition Diva podcast, including recent episodes, articles and more... visit https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through the best methods to add extra protein to you daily diet.   For more from the Nutrition Diva podcast, including recent episodes, articles and more... visit https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.   Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.

After nearly 3 years as host of Get-Fit Guy, Kevin distills everything he’s learned into one powerful message—and opens up about what’s next in his journey. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

This week, Kevin goes off the fitness path and dives deep into philosophy, exploring how our senses—and even industries like fitness—can deceive us. From Plato and Descartes to The Matrix and Baudrillard, he explains why what you think is real might just be a well-crafted illusion. Plus, hear how you can keep connecting with Kevin after his final episode. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

In this listener Q&A episode, Kevin tackles your questions on a range of topics: his take on the Jefit workout app, whether there’s ever a right time to slow down your training, and how to adapt your workouts as you age. He breaks down what “functional training” really means and explains why strength may matter more than cardio as you get older.  Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

This week’s episode is a little different. Kevin shares some personal reflections, a bit of unexpected news, and what’s been on his mind lately.  Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

This week, Kevin explores how our evolution from quadrupeds to bipeds may be the root cause of chronic back pain. He shares his own injury experience and examines how our spine’s design, combined with modern habits like prolonged sitting, contributes to discomfort, plus tips to keep your back healthy. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

As we age, should we really be training less... or is that just a myth? In this episode, 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 training.  Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

In advance of the new season, Kevin breaks down a crucial character's workout routine from The Last of Us Part 2 and explores what it takes to build real apocalypse-ready strength. From weight training to combat skills, he analyzes how a survivor would need to train to fight off zombies and endure the harsh world of The Last of Us. Plus, a look at the real-life athlete behind one of the game’s most jacked characters. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

Struggling with motivation after time away from training, Kevin found his way back through powerlifting. In this episode, he breaks down the key differences between powerlifting, weightlifting, and weight training, explaining how each impacts strength, fitness, and overall health. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

Is pain really a necessary part of progress in fitness? Kevin dives into the origins of the "no pain, no gain" mantra, explores the difference between DOMS and chronic injuries, and discusses why normalizing pain in training can be a dangerous mindset. He also answers a listener's question about staying motivated in the gym as we age. 

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. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/

Is the salmon on your plate as healthy as you think? This week, Kevin dives into the surprising truths about farmed vs. wild salmon, misinformation in the wellness industry, and why so much of what we accept as fact is actually simulation. With social media fueling the post-truth era, it's more important than ever to question what we see, hear, and eat. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebook and Twitter, 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 https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy https://www.kevindon.com/