FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever wondered why your cravings spike after a bad night’s sleep, this episode is for you. Turo Virta breaks down the powerful connection between sleep quality and appetite, revealing how hormone shifts—like increased ghrelin and reduced leptin—trigger hunger, emotional eating, and low energy. Learn why lack of sleep can feel like a willpower problem, and how simple chang...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful follow-up episode, I sit down again with physiotherapist and strength coach Tom Swales to explore the SAM scan—a self-assessment tool that helps athletes identify and correct hidden imbalances before they lead to injury. We break down how individualized assessments beat one-size-fits-all programs, and how even small corrections can unlock serious performance gains...

Send us Fan Mail Eating healthy but the scale won’t budge? In this episode, I break down the 5 most common reasons why clean eating doesn’t always lead to fat loss. From portion size pitfalls and calorie creep to metabolic adaptation and water retention, I explain what’s really going on—and how to fix it. You’ll also learn why strength training is essential for women over 35, and how to track prog...

Send us Fan Mail Hormonal shifts after 40 can lead to stubborn belly fat, slower metabolism, and muscle loss—but that doesn’t mean you're stuck. In this episode, I break down exactly how women over 40 can (and should) train differently to feel strong, energetic, and confident. You’ll learn: Why strength training is your #1 tool for fat loss, energy, and bone density How to train smarter—not h...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could tap into deep focus without hustling harder? In this episode, I sit down with Steven Puri , former senior exec at DreamWorks and 20th Century Fox, now founder of the Sukha platform and a leading voice in the world of flow states and healthy productivity . We explore: What “flow state” really means (and how to trigger it) How understanding your chronotype can opti...

Send us Fan Mail Summer doesn’t have to mean starting over in September. In this episode, I’m sharing my top strategies for enjoying your holiday, social events, and weekends—without gaining weight or losing the progress you've worked so hard for. I’ll walk you through the exact habits I recommend to my clients during the summer, like setting 3 simple non-negotiables (for example: drinking 3...

Send us Fan Mail Think you need to train 5 times a week to get toned and build muscle? Think again. In this episode, I break down how busy women can build lean muscle with just 2–3 strength workouts per week —no extreme gym schedules, no burnout, no fluff. I’ll show you how consistency, smart training, and proper nutrition beat hustle every time. You’ll learn: The minimum effective dose for buildi...

Send us Fan Mail Are you stuck eating 1200 calories and still not seeing results? This episode is your wake-up call. In today’s solo episode, I dive deep into reverse dieting —a powerful and strategic approach that helps you recover from chronic dieting, boost metabolism , and build sustainable fat loss . Especially important for women over 35, reverse dieting helps your body feel safe again so it...

Send us Fan Mail Do you find yourself reaching for snacks when you're not truly hungry—especially after a stressful day, late at night, or when emotions run high? In this solo episode, I unpack the difference between emotional hunger and physical hunger , and why emotional eating isn’t about weakness or lack of willpower—it’s about awareness, unmet needs, and building better tools to cope. I...

Send us Fan Mail Six months ago, Sanna—a 42-year-old medical expert, nurse, and single mom—got a wake-up call. Her liver labs showed early signs of a metabolic condition, her energy was low, and her old clothes no longer fit. That’s when she decided it was time for change. In this episode, Sanna shares her honest and inspiring journey of overcoming fears, rebuilding habits, and completely transfor...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to lifelong fitness had nothing to do with intensity, but everything to do with sustainability? In this episode, I sit down with David Amerland , author of the groundbreaking book Built to Last , to explore how we can make fitness a lasting part of our lives—without burnout, rigidity, or unrealistic expectations. David draws from his science and engineering backgro...

Send us Fan Mail Can your smartwatch predict burnout, poor sleep, or even early signs of illness? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Torkil Færø—Norwegian physician, bestselling author of The Pulse Cure, and leading expert in heart rate variability (HRV). We break down what HRV is, how it reveals the true state of your nervous system, and how you can use this data to improve recovery...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Robertson, a kinesiologist, certified Pilates instructor, and kettlebell athlete who helps clients reconnect with their bodies through movement, breathwork, and self-trust. Rachel shares her inspiring journey from a life-altering car accident to returning to competitive kettlebell lifting—most recently placing at the Canadian Nationals. We d...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with late-night cravings, stress eating, or reaching for snacks when you're not even hungry? You’re not alone—and you’re not lacking willpower. In this solo episode, I break down why emotional snacking happens, what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how to interrupt the cycle without relying on willpower or guilt. We’ll cover: How to tell the difference be...

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode, I’m sharing something we all go through—how to stay consistent with your fitness when life feels completely chaotic. Whether it’s work deadlines, family responsibilities, lack of motivation, or just feeling stretched too thin, I’ve been there too. In this episode, I walk you through how I’ve learned to ditch perfectionism , stop “starting over,” and instead f...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, Turo sits down with Pilates coach and mindset mentor Lesley Logan to explore how movement, mindset, and self-awareness can reshape our relationship with fitness and our bodies. Lesley shares her journey from discovering Pilates in 2005 to becoming a global instructor and founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com. Together, they debunk common myths about Pilate...

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Send us Fan Mail 🏒 Off-Ice Training Secrets: How to Become a Hockey Beast I used to think training was about crushing yourself in the gym. Turns out, I was dead wrong. After years of playing pro hockey and coaching athletes, I've cracked the code to off-season training. It's not about working harder. It's about working smarter. In this podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain on...

Send us Fan Mail I've been stuck in the diet trap. Bouncing between extreme plans. Losing weight fast, then gaining it all back (plus interest). Sound familiar? Meet Seda. She was me. Keto one week, cabbage soup the next. Always chasing that quick fix. Until she discovered something game-changing. In this episode, we dive deep into her transformation. How she went from yo-yo dieting to actual...

Send us Fan Mail Tired of workout plans that go nowhere?  I've been there. Jumping between random routines, feeling confused, and seeing zero progress. Spoiler: It's not your fault. In this episode, I'm breaking down EXACTLY how to build a workout program that actually works. No BS. No complicated science. Just a simple framework that lets you: Create a plan tailored to YOUR specifi...

Send us Fan Mail Look, we've all been there. January 1st hits, and you're PUMPED. New year, new me. Workout clothes? Bought. Meal prep containers? Stacked. Motivation? Through the roof. Fast forward to March. Those pristine workout clothes are collecting dust. Your meal prep containers? Forgotten in the back of the cupboard. Motivation? Completely vanished. I've been there. As a for...

Send us Fan Mail I get it, emotional eating is a real struggle. You're not alone. I used to be a total emotional eater myself. Whenever I was stressed, bored, or feeling down, I'd turn to food for comfort. It was my go-to coping mechanism.  But here's the thing - emotional eating isn't about willpower. It's about your emotions, baby. Your brain is wired to see food as a qu...

Send us Fan Mail I get it, the weekend struggle is real. You crush it all week - meal prepping, hitting your workouts, staying on track. But then Friday hits and suddenly you're like "screw it, I deserve this."  Sound familiar?  Well, my friend, I'm here to tell you that the "cheat meal" mindset is holding you back. In this episode, I'm spilling the tea on why we...

Send us Fan Mail I get it, the scale can be a real buzzkill during perimenopause. One day you're crushing your workouts and eating clean, the next you step on that dreaded hunk of metal and BAM - the number's up. Talk about a gut punch. But here's the thing, my friend - the scale doesn't have to be the be-all and end-all. In this episode, I'm going to share some strategies...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself stuck in a spiral of self-criticism, constantly comparing yourself to others and feeling like you just can't measure up? Yeah, me too. It's a battle I know all too well. As a fitness coach, I've seen firsthand how negative self-talk can hold us back from reaching our full potential. But you know what? It doesn't have to be that way....