Front Page Fitness

In this episode, Eric and Lauren work through a batch of health-and-wellness headlines with their usual skepticism, covering viral "heatwave hacks" (damp sheets, yogurt on windows), a study claiming gossip is "good for you," a doomsday-prepping wellness trend, a face-scanning "longevity mirror" they technically invented, and whether biological-age tests and the famous...

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Drs. Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple run through a grab bag of fitness news, listener follow-ups, and Q&As. They open with a listener taste-test of Mountain Dew donuts and a clarification of their earlier "anxiety bag" segment, then react to M&M's cutting two colors over natural dyes and reminisce about Four Loko and other toxins...

In Episode 61 of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple worry about the young people. They revisit the Mountain Dew "Dunkers" saga from last episode before digging into the headlines: an Instagram "testosterone coach" advising men to smoke and skip sunscreen, and RFK Jr.'s sauerkraut-and-fermented-foods diet, which detours into a discussion of a...

In Episode 60 of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple work through a batch of fitness and health headlines before answering a listener question. After catching up on Eric's international speaking trips and Lauren's new glasses, they tackle Mountain Dew–flavored donuts at QuikTrip, a viral social-media claim linking autoimmune disease to women "people-plea...

In this episode, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple begin with an extended rant about the state of science publishing & communication. From there it's a tour through the week's health headlines which include public debates about potential side effects of hormonal birth control, the "you're moving wrong" pain-and-posture fearmongering, a confused New York Post piec...

In Episode 58 of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple break down the latest health and fitness headlines and answer listener questions. They unpack why "build muscle in a month" marketing sets beginners up for disappointment, why the fear of yo-yo dieting wrecking your metabolism is overstated (the real harms are more psychological than physiological), and where...

Join Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they discuss travel mishaps, hydration misconceptions, exercise guidelines, exercise footwear, and the latest research on physical activity and health. Check us out in the top 100 fitness podcasts: ⁠https://podcast.feedspot.com/fitness_podcasts/⁠ Join us for a future episode on Mondays at 5:30 pm eastern time! Front Page Fitness is proudly present...

Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss travel tips, cramping, tanning, smart underwear, beer-related innovations, and more. Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review massresearchreview.com Chapters 00:00 Travel Tales and Tips 06:09 Creatine Soap 12:12 Cramping and Creatine 18:05 Skin Health and Tanning 30:29 Smart Underwear Technology 41:44 Beer, Health, and T...

Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss horrifying children's books, Eric's caffeine addiction, micro-habits for health and wellness, age-linked fitness standards, the "pinky time" trend, movement assessments, and more. Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review massresearchreview.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 01:10...

Joins Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they discuss a wide range of topics including innovations in female urination devices, kittenmaxxing, bariatric jello, creatine FAQs, and more. Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Eric and Lauren are co-owners. massresearchreview.com Chapter 00:00 Intro 05:43 Innovations in Female Urination Devices...

Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss fighting with people on the internet about menopause, energy expenditure, peptides, simple nutrition heuristics, protein quality, and much more. Join us for a future episode on Mondays at 5:30 pm eastern time. Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Lauren and Eric co-own it. massresearchreview.com Chapt...

In episode 52 of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric and Lauren discuss more pet submissions from the FPF army, more made-up terms, toilet technology innovations, ultraprocessed food alarmism, AI chatbots for health information, and much more. Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Eric and Lauren are co-owners. Massresearchreview.com Chapters 00:00 Intro and...

In this episode, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple talk about listeners' pets, people being mean to Lauren on the internet, new slang terms, strength tests for longevity, and the "dirty dozen" foods with the highest concentration of pesticide residue. Front Page Fitness is presented by the MASS Research Review (massresearchreview.com) Chapters 00:00 Intro 05:08 The internet...

Join Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore a wide range of topics including fitness trends, internet culture, electrical muscle stimulation, and recent scientific breakthroughs in weight loss medications. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:07 Cat Content and Listener Engagement 10:02 LooksMaxxing and the Manosphere 17:04 EasterMaxxing 23:28 Travel Hygiene 29:25 Laundry Habits and...

In this episode, Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple explore a wide range of topics including the surprising realization about age, the trend of sword yoga in NYC, innovative creatine salt products, and the complexities of body image and health at every size. They also delve into practical tips for loading dishwashers and the controversy surrounding a book attributed to Lauren. Chapters 00:00 I...

In this episode, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple critically analyze a recent narrative review on menopause and metabolism, discussing the nuances of scientific research, methodology, and how findings are communicated in the media. They explore the complexities of measuring energy expenditure, the limitations of rodent models, and the importance of interpreting scientific data effectivel...

In today's episode, Drs. Eric and Lauren discuss Baja Blast news, the David Bar lawsuit, showering frequency, butter runs, morning routines, and more health and fitness headlines from the past week. Chapters: 00:00 Intro and Baja Blast news 10:18 David Bar lawsuit 30:34 Optimal showering frequency 37:26 Butter runs 41:42 Cindy Crawford's morning routine 50:26 FOMO vs FOBO controversy

Join Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore forgotten wellness fads, "FOBO," "insinuation anxiety," daylight savings time, coffee timing, and much more. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Milestones in Influencing 06:10 Insinuation Anxiety 16:35 The Rise of FOBO and Its Implications 24:38 Bizarre Wellness Fads: A Nostalgic Look 33:06 New Game: Real Headline or...

In an act of unbridled hubris, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple picked a fight she had no chance of winning. In this episode, Lauren and Eric discuss how RFK Jr. took a shot across Lauren's bow by abruptly changing some peptide regulations. After that, they discuss Arnold's take on Tik Tok trends, a new (very distasteful) version of "-maxxing," plastic surgery vacations, and more. Check...

Join Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore a wide range of topics from Olympic sports, celebrity workouts, bizarre cosmetic procedures, to the latest in wearable technology and food marketing. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:28 The RFK Jr. and Kid Rock Workout Video 09:09 The SWAG Procedure and Its Implications 15:35 Men's Health Food Trends for 2026 24:56 The Controversy Over Reese&#...

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics ranging from the impact of social media on public perception, gym etiquette, and their newfound fascination with the Winter Olympics. They also touch on Valentine's Day, innovative protein products, and the emerging trend of peptides in wellness, highlighting the potential risks associ...

In this episode, Drs Eric and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from technical difficulties with streaming platforms to the announcement of a new continuous hormone monitor. They delve into the implications of this technology, the challenges of winter weather, and the recent Super Bowl and Olympic events. The discussion also covers performance enhancements in sports, Lindsey Vonn's recent...

In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss the recent controversies surrounding fitness influencers, particularly focusing on the fallout from their actions and the implications for the fitness community. They explore the challenges of crisis management, share personal experiences related to travel and weather disruptions, and engage with listener questions. The conver...

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple dive into a variety of topics ranging from the absurdity of fitness trends to the latest dietary guidelines. They discuss the impact of social media on the fitness industry, highlighting how the rise of influencers has led to a saturation of content that often lacks substance. The conversation shifts to the new U...

In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics ranging from teaching experiences and the impact of introversion, to the significance of grip strength for longevity. They explore the concept of walkout songs for speaking engagements, review a cereal product, and delve into the marketing of unisex footwear and running shoes. The conversation shifts to the misc...