Franchise Nutrition and Fitness Podcast

Matt and Ryan discuss “What is protein?” in the first episode of a new series attempting to simplify (K.I.S.S. or Keep It Simple Stupid) nutrition and fitness for you while you head into the holiday season. Inevitably, someone is going to mention a diet or exercise program to you. We want you to be prepared! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet Ryan and Matt shit on the government [0:17] Matt is w...

Matt and Ryan review some of the most popular diets in 2022 including what is the best diet for you. We’re talking Keto, Atkins, Biotic, and more! What other diets can you think of that we missed? Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet Have you seen Ryan’s HIPAA violation skip? [0:26] Houston Astericks [0:38] Philadelphia professional teams have been doing well [1:36] A case against the Astro’s [2:1...

Matt and Ryan discuss their favorite books for nutrition and fitness. They recommend these books for everyone trying to improve their nutrition and fitness. None of the links are affiliate links! These are legitimate recommendations with no kick backs! For some reason, Anchor is not allowing us to hyperlink to all of the books. We're attempting to resolve the issue.  Sign up for your free Mee...

Matt and Ryan continue their conversation from last week's episode. More fun with nutrition and fitness acronyms! Go back and listen to the other episodes! [0:53] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [1:06] Today’s Topic [1:22] ROM [1:28] What is the “eccentric phase”? [1:57] GPP [3:22] AMRAP [5:30] PED and PCT [7:11] EMOM [8:31] ATG [10:30] Check out Episode 2: Our Favorite Muscle Groups to Work...

Chances are if you've seen a lot of acronyms in the nutrition and fitness area. Matt and Ryan discuss several different ones, what they mean, and how you can apply them to your nutrition and fitness journey.  Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:40] Go back and listen to the other episodes! [0:59] Today’s Topic [1:37] Setting a timer is similar to WWE Royal Rumble [2:36] DOMS [3:55] BMI [6...

Here's an old episode that hasn't been released yet! Matt and Ryan discuss the Transtheoretical Model and how to determine if you're ready to move in the "Action" stage.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! [0:48] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [1:05] Today’s Topic [1:21] It’s not all about motivation [1:40] What are the “Stages of Change”? [2:24] Precontemplation [3:26] What is a...

Matt and Ryan discuss their personal pros and cons for various nutrition and fitness trackers. Do you have a preferred nutrition or fitness tracker? Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:31] Go back and listen to the other episodes! [0:52] Today’s Topic [2:27] Apple Watch Saved a Man’s Life [3:23] Ryan’s “fitness tracking” [3:59] Ryan’s “tracker” is this watch [4:53] Matt’s personal tracker is a...

Matt and Ryan return with two more nutrition and fitness myths! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:47] Go back and listen to the other episodes! [1:08] Especially listen to episode 20: 2.0 Nutrition and 2.0 Fitness Myths [2:07] Today’s Topic [2:37] Ryan’s Nutrition Myth [3:10] Foods shouldn’t be labeled by their color alone [3:37] If you can tolerate lactose you’re a mutant [4:37] You can sti...

Matt and Ryan discuss what they think are the best physiques they've seen in Blockbuster/Action movies. While these stars may be genetically gifted or have taken ergogenic aids they certainly achieved some notable looks in memorable roles.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! [1:10] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [1:24] Atlanta Braves Postseason Hopes [2:35] UGA Championship Defens...

Matt and Ryan have a ton of acronyms after their names. They also have a lot of experience with eating and moving well even when they are sick. Listen to this episode to glean some ideas for the next time you're sick. Enjoy the show! We have a lot of acronyms after our names [0:30] We’re both certified nutrition coaches [1:47] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [2:27] Go back and listen to the o...

Sure, there's an easy way to increase your testosterone levels exogenously. But what about naturally? And without any supplements? Matt and Ryan talk through some simple strategies to help you increase your testosterone levels that you might not have considered before.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! [1:15] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [1:25] Today’s Topic [4:12] Ways to de...

Another summer has flown by! As summer ends, so new begins. Bulk season! Matt and Ryan discuss the various nutrition and fitness aspects that you should be considering to make sure your bulk is as good as it can possibly be. Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [1:10] Today’s Topic [1:44] All of our acronyms [2:22] What we do for clients [3:35] Teaching vs...

What's something you can give but never get back? Time. It's tough for all of us. But what is the shortest workout you can do that will still be effective? Matt and Ryan discuss the shortest workout time and ways to get in your (total) 30 minutes a day of exercise? Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:36] Go back and listen to the other episodes! [1:09] Today’s Topic [1:51] Trying to rank what...

You've experienced it. Something that happens in the gym that just gets under your skin and may have even sent you over the edge. Ryan and Matt discuss their top pet peeves in the gym and ways to be a better gym goer.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! [0:33] Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:46] Today’s Topic [1:02] Commercial Gym vs Home Gym [1:28] Pet Peeve #1: Spacial awaren...

It's episode 20! Time flies right? Matt and Ryan go through a nutrition and fitness myth that they frequently hear and frequently gets under their skin. You've probably heard these before but have you heard the truth? Matt does the intro! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:59] Go back and listen to the other episodes! [1:24] Today’s Topic [1:44] Have you listened to episode 19 yet? [2:11] DC...

If you're like Matt and Ryan you've probably read a ton of comic books and comic book-related content. Then you went and watched all the motion versions of those comics from animated cartoons to live action. When they made it to live action starts made some crazy transformations. What did that take? How feasible is that? Let's discuss.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Share t...

Matt and Ryan discuss what it takes to stay hydrated especially in the heat of summer.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:29] Send us your questions [1:09] Matt acknowledges Ryan quietly [1:21] We’re still learning [2:09] Fast edit for pt confidentiality, sorry [2:55] Wayne’s World reference [3:05] Ryan and Matt discuss compassion fatigue [3:27]...

We've all been there at some point. It's unstoppable. You're going to be hangry at some point. The question is, "What are you going to do about it?" Matt and Ryan talk through their strategies for when they experience hangry and some tips that will help you when you experience it too.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:33] Did you listen to epis...

Sleep is pivotal to being successful in reaching any goal. If your sleep quality or quantity isn't good you need to get to work on it. Matt and Ryan discuss different ways you can improve your sleep to better attack the day ahead of you.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:48] A guarantee for the podcast [0:59] Today’s topic [1:54] You’re always...

You've tried to get as lean as possible but it just didn't work out. Here Matt and Ryan discuss the most common things that they see and hear clients do that hold them back from getting as lean as possible. Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:48] Have you listened to last week’s Nutrition Edition? [0:59] Bodybuilder Cheat Days [2:02] Man vs Food and ot...

You've tried to get as lean as possible but it just didn't work out. Here Matt and Ryan discuss the most common things that they see and hear clients do that hold them back from getting as lean as possible.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:48] It’s the middle of summer! [1:09] The mirror isn’t a measure of your worth [2:18] But you can be an i...

We’re on vacation and maybe you are too. Ryan and Matt discuss how they plan out their nutrition and fitness for the when they go on vacation. Maximize every bite and every rep.  Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:55] Today’s topic [0:59] The one nutrition goal while on vacation [2:18] White potatoes are fine [3:00] You won’t derail your progress...

It's hard to stay on track when you're working toward a goal. Matt and Ryan review some goals they made in a prior episode and discuss how they've been moving toward those goals and how they're tracking them. How do you keep track of your progress toward a goal? Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:40] Today’s topic [1:06] It’s actually episode 6 [1:04]...

Everyone should and likely does have a goal. Have you spent time thinking about the outcome and how you’ll know when you achieve it? Matt and Ryan discuss SMART goals and how setting your goals in this manner with help you get the results you want. Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:32] Today’s topic [1:06] Fun with English [1:13] S.M.A.R.T. [1:46] A...

You’ve seen them and you may have used them. There are so many workout aides on the market today it’s hard to keep up. Matt and Ryan talk through their personal use of them and reasons for and against use. Also, what are the regular workout attire items? What do you prefer to wear/use for your workout attire? Go back and listen to the other episodes! Sign up for your free Meet-and-Greet [0:32] Tod...