Fit Literate

(Sorry about the echo - I did what I could) Surprise! Laura was in Florida so of course we recorded an episode! Let's see how many trends we predict correctly this year. Thank you for listening! More content to come this year :)

We brought on dietitian Clara Nosek to talk about the MAHA movement, explain what it's like to work with a dietitian, and answer your questions! You can follow Clara on all platforms @yourdietitianbff and subscribe to her substack, The Supper Clerb . Thanks for listening! Get bonus content and early access to all episodes on Patreon

Kayla Itsines backlash, morning routine final boss, and fine, we'll talk about skinnytok (even though we hate that we feel like we have to)

Join the Patreon for exclusive content and video versions of episodes! We didn't get to everything we wanted to in the end of year Q&A, so we're finishing the job! In this episode we answered questions about what to do when you don't like lifting, managing your relationship with metrics, dealing with diet triggers, and Carolyn's experience with long COVID.

We peered into our crystal balls to divine predictions for the new year. Enjoy the episode while we go touch some grass (:

(We don't actually do 2025 predictions in this episode) We're rounding out the year with a look back at 2024 highs and lows and listener Q's! For bonus content and video versions of all episodes, join the Patreon

Emergency mini episode! We're going ghost mode and to share our thoughts on the "winter arc" trend.

Run Clubs - they're in your city. Crowding the sidewalks, stinking up breweries, and, apparently, replacing dating apps. In this episode we investigate (with many lengthy tangents) why this long time fitness staple is experiencing a surge in popularity. Is the hype real? Are people really finding love at the run club?

We're going back to our roots with a classic fitness industry deep dive! Today we're covering two iconic indoor cycling brands - SoulCycle and Peloton. *Note*: At a couple points Carolyn refers to one of the founders of SoulCycle as Ruth Zuckerberg. This is incorrect- Her name is Ruth Zuckerman.

Part 3 of the summer Q&A series. Thanks for listening! Bonus episodes (including part 2 of this series) is on the Patreon! Click here to join

We've been training the last 6 weeks for this yapathon! In this episode we rant about anti-fat fitness "motivation" and answer your questions about macro trackers, DOMS, cycle syncing, and more. Check out the Patreon for bonus content and early access to new episodes :)

NOTE: Due to some tech difficulties this episode got cut a little short We're really hoping to have it all resolved by our next recording session! In this episode we talked about some of the weird diet-y ads some of you have been getting targeted with as well as the Oprah Ozempic special and doomsday prepper fitness propaganda on reels. Enjoy! Check out the Patreon for bonus episodes!

In this episode we're talking about online eating disorder communities, the way they have changed (and stayed the same) overtime with social media and censorship, and how to know if the algorithm has put you on a pipeline to disordered eating. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek out support. Your can find resources here.   Sources: https://anad.org/eating-disorder-statistic/...

We brought on friends of the pod, Kaitlyn Moore and Lauren Leavell, to talk about the recent phenomenon of "body positive" influencers pivoting to posting about their weight loss journeys. We highly recommend this episode of Kaitlyn's podcast, Dose of Sass , as a companion listen

It's 2024 and we are back with our official (sort of) In and Out list for the new year. We asked for the products, apps, brands, and trends you're seeing most on social media and we're giving our rapid-fire takes! A video version of this episode is available on patreon! 

For the last episode of the year we're looking back on 2023, giving advice for your holiday season woes, and predicting fitness and wellness trends for next year. Thank you for listening with us. See you in 2024! <3

FREE YOUR MIND! The Treadmill Strut Queen herself, Allie Bennett (aka @benntheredonethat on TikTok) joined us to talk about her viral fitness trend and what it's like being a full-time content creator. We also dissect 12-3-30 and the Cozy Cardio trends. 

Not you Mom, sorry for the confusion. We got Lauren Leavell to join us behind the paywall for a very special and laughter-filled bonus episode. Listen to the whole thing on the Patreon!

We've got the incomparable Lauren Leavell on the pod! We're talking all about Barre fitness, where it started, and Lauren's experience as a barre instructor in person and online. Lauren's Links: Instagram @laurenleavellfitness Tiktok @laurenleavell Listen to Rest Days

It's an astrology episode! We're giving you another chance to nurture the parasocial relationship by diving deep into Laura's astro chart. Join the Patreon to listen to the full episode!

Class is in session! This week we're taking you back-to-school and giving you our best advice for navigating fitness while at college. For bonus content and early access to feed episodes, join the Patreon! Email your questions and stories to carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com

In the third and final episode of our Vintage Fitness series we're talking about 90's sensation Tae Bo by Billy Blanks. For bonus content and early access to feed episodes, join the patreon! email questions and stories to carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com

In this episode Laura and Carolyn are playing a game they've dubbed "tops and bottoms" and it's 100% less sexy than it sounds. Listen to the full episode on ⁠Patreon!⁠

In part 2/3 of our vintage fitness series, we're diving into the history of one of the most influential fitness franchises of the past: Jazzercise! For bonus episodes (including part 1 of this series) and early access to new feed episodes, join the Patreon

(Alternate title: Old lady hand jobs in the high school gym) This week on the Patreon we're throwing it back and talking about two iconic as-seen-on-tv fitness gadgets: the Thigh Master and the Shake Weight. Join the Patreon to listen to the full episode and get early, ad-free versions of regular episodes!