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Get-Fit Guy

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Move more of your body more often and in more interesting ways with the Get-Fit Guy! If you want to begin an exercise routine and don't know where to start, or if you've been working out for a while and aren't getting the results you want, Kevin Don will give you the tips you need to reach your fitness and movement goals. Get expert information on the latest fitness trends and advice on everything from toning your arms to running a 5K or simply building more movement into your day. With his easy-to-understand explanations, concrete examples, and sound reasoning backed by scientific research, G...

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What to do when you’re lacking motivation 21.02.2023 7:36

Sometimes going to the gym can feel like a real grind. What can we do to keep motivation high? Coach Kevin Don takes a look. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 sub...

Does foam rolling REALLY help with muscle knots and pain? 14.02.2023 10:17

If you have been to see a physical therapist in the last decade, chances are that you have been told to foam roll. So what’s the deal? Coach Kevin Don takes a look. Plus: what's up with wet cupping? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voic...

Should you consume caffeine before a workout? 07.02.2023 10:02

Does the conventional deadlift have any benefits over the trap/hex bar? Do you really need that caffeine jolt before hitting the gym to crush your session? Coach Kevin Don gives his take on two listener questions. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or...

Can you trust your feelings about your training? 31.01.2023 15:10

Do you really know what works for your own body, or is objectivity the name of the game? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 fi...

Are bicep curls the best exercise for bigger arms? 24.01.2023 7:06

Planning on a gun show this summer? Coach Kevin Don explains the best way to train your arms. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 mo...

5 basic lifestyle guidelines for reducing stress 17.01.2023 13:04

Finding recovery hard? Not making progress in the gym? Could it be your lifestyle and not your training? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 newsle...

Why heat and hot water may be better than cold 10.01.2023 9:52

Feeling like plunging yourself into a freezing lake or having a cold shower because it's all over the ‘gram? Coach Kevin Don breaks down why hot water may be better for your sleep, recovery, and mental health. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leav...

Do I need a deload week? 03.01.2023 6:26

Coach Kevin Don breaks down deloading and why you may not need a break in training. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

Do women have different training needs? 27.12.2022 7:12

Coach Kevin Don breaks down the principles of training for women, and how anatomical differences should play into your training plan. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

Listener emails: Peloton, martial arts, and setting goals 20.12.2022 9:57

This week Coach Kevin Don answers YOUR questions about everything from the best martial arts for kids to how to increase your effort with Peloton strength workouts. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-...

So, you want to train like a caveman 13.12.2022 6:47

Sick and tired of modern living? Decided to return to your caveman roots? Coach Kevin Don breaks down primal training and if it’s just another fad. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Facebo...

Do I need a coach? 06.12.2022 7:09

What's better, classes or one-on-one coaching? Coach Kevin Don explains the difference between these scenarios to find out what's best for your training goals. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit G...

How to assess and fix common squat errors 29.11.2022 8:33

Everyone should be performing squats, but how do we know if they are being performed correctly? And if they're not, how do we address that? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 T...

So, you want stronger legs… 22.11.2022 11:03

Whether you want to be able to have more sure footing on uneven terrain, play games with your children or grandchildren, hit the golf course with your friends, or just have legs that would make a rhino jealous, let's have a look at the best way to strength train your legs! Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness...

Is all exercise good for my mental health? 15.11.2022 7:24

Been told that exercise is good for anxiety and depression? It is, but you might want to stay away from one type of exercise... Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

How to spot reduce fat 08.11.2022 6:38

Looking to shift fat from stubborn areas? Coach Kevin Don breaks down how to best go about it. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 m...

The real problem with CrossFit 01.11.2022 9:33

Coach Kevin Don breaks down the REAL issue with CrossFit, one of the most well-known, well-used, and well-critiqued workout methods. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

How to assess health and fitness advice with higher-order thinking 25.10.2022 5:18

Not sure which training methodologies to follow? Coach Kevin Don breaks down lower and higher-order thinking to allow you to make the best decisions. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy on Face...

How to develop physical skills 18.10.2022 6:29

You have a goal to perform a complex physical skill or demanding physical task. How do you get from here to there? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

I've stopped making gains. Now what? 11.10.2022 6:32

Novice gains stopped? Coach Kevin Don breaks down some ideas to implement when the dreaded plateau occurs. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 news...

Strength Training 101 04.10.2022 7:44

New to strength training? Coach Kevin Don breaks down the principles of fitness training design for folks who are looking to improve their basic movements. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. Find Get-Fit Guy o...

What’s the difference between exercising and training? 27.09.2022 6:11

Some people think the distinction is pure semantics, but Coach Kevin Don sees a big difference between “exercising” and “training.” Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 ,...

How do I know which fitness training plan is best? 20.09.2022 5:19

In order to get fitter, stronger, faster, or more healthy, we all need to follow a training plan. But which plan is best? Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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 subscr...

How much protein do you need to build muscle? 13.09.2022 10:01

We naturally lose muscle loss as we age, but with resistance training and increasing our protein intake, we can reverse the process. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . 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...

How to combat aging through fitness 06.09.2022 7:32

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. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. Transcripts available on your podcast player or at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at getfitguy@quickanddirtytips.com or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3...