Grit Fitness and Performance Podcast

Let's talk about your mindset when it comes to health and fitness. Is it setting you up for success or slowly but surely sabotaging all of your efforts? Whether you're an all-or-nothing type of person, or maybe you're constantly comparing yourself to others, how you view and approach your fitness might be the reason you do or don't see success. Support the show

In today's episode with a title laced with misleading innuendo, I'll discuss how you can help alleviate your chronic low back pain without leaving your bed (no, this is not an episode claiming sex will cure your back pain). Instead, I'll explain how you can do several exercises first thing in the morning without even leaving your bed that can help get rid of that annoying stiffness...

This episode/rant is inspired by a comment that was left on a recent social media post of ours. In a nutshell, this person claimed that as a trainer, you should never give an exercise to a client that they hate. Instead, swap it with something they enjoy which will 'increase their performance'. While I somewhat agree with the random internet troll, there are aspects to his/her comment th...

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer because, well, it kills you silently without any warning really. In this episode we'll talk about what blood pressure is, why it becomes elevated, the health issues that come along with hypertension, and what you can do to fix it. Support the show

On today's episode we're talking with Dr. Leo Horowitz, PT, DPT about the role of physical therapy when it comes to injury prevention, recovery, and overall longevity and resiliency. We discuss a wide variety of topics over the course of the hour, so sit back and enjoy the plethora of knowledge bombs and wisdom about to hit your ears. Reach out to Leo: https://www.wellnessarenapt.com/ @t...

Is it sustainable? A simple question, but important one nonetheless. Too many of us take an "instant gratification" approach when it comes to our health and fitness: we want results, and we want them now. And too often this leads to individuals engaging in extreme methods of diet and exercise... most of which are too extreme to maintain for longer any extended period. So we fall off the...

On today's episode we have Angelina, who has been a client at GRIT for two years now. Angelina has experienced a tremendous amount of success up to this point in her fitness journey (down 40lbs!), but that doesn't mean it comes without it's fair share of setbacks and adversity. We'll dive into what some of these obstacles were, how she overcame them, as well as the physical and...

The word "harsh" is used lightly in this episode because, well, some of these aren't necessarily that terrible to hear... but still valuable nonetheless. But that doesn't mean some of the statements in this episode won't strike a nerve (ex: when I explain that sometimes health and fitness requires you to just shut the f*ck up and work). As promised, here is a link to the p...

Today we're joined by Jenna Kelly, owner of Balanced Planet Yoga in Marlton, New Jersey. In today's episode Jenna discusses her personal journey from personal trainer to yoga studio owner and all the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. We discuss a wide variety of topics, ranging from the importance of breath work, finding meaning behind what drives your actions and emotio...

In today's episode we discuss the hurdles, hardships, and obstacles that come along with parenthood  as you navigate your own personal health and fitness. Support the show

Considering calorie deficit is the only sure fire way to lose weight, claiming to be in a calorie deficit while not losing weight is, well, impossible. Here are ten reasons why you might not actually be in a calorie deficit, despite thinking you are. Support the show

Today's episode is short and sweet: what is the biggest mistake that beginners make when it comes to losing body fat? Support the show

In today's episode I reminisce about how dumb I have been in the past when it comes to my health and fitness and how, hopefully, you can avoid some of the same mistakes I've made in the last twenty some years of working out. Support the show

In today's episode I'll explain the one fundamental component to all unsuccessful and successful fat loss diets. While it's true that each diet or way of eating may bring about it's own unique positive changes, all successful fat loss diets boil down to one thing: calories. Support the show

In this mini episode, Oshane and I discuss about the movement and stability perquisites that may get overlooked when it comes to training. Support the show

In this mini episode, Oshane and I talk about training until failure, if there's a time and a place for it, who should do it, and our two cents on the matter when it concerns the average person. Support the show

In this mini episode, Oshane and I talk about the goblet squat and why it's so awesome for beginners as well as some of the more common issues that may arise when performing the movement. Support the show

Today Oshane and I discuss some of the more common issues we see with a trap bar deadlift and how to correct these issues.  Support the show

On today's episode we've got Braeden Yacobucci from OnPoint Nutrition.  In this episode, Braeden and I discuss a wide variety of topics from the psychology of behavior change,  best practices to implement when it comes to improving behavior, as well as some steps that busy, working parents can take to start making beneficial changes to their diet. For more information on Braeden and OnPo...

Today we're joined by Gabrielle Terzano,  CCI Certified Eating Disorder Coach and creator of Nourished By Gab, a coaching service which helps young girls and women conquer their eating disorders. Gabby and I discuss a wide variety of topics in this podcast, from disordered eating, the warped view many of us have about our own health and bodies, the impact social media has on people's ove...

The barrier to entry for the fitness industry is laughably low.  Don't fall victim to paying for services from unqualified coaches who simply make you tired. Support the show

Today we sit down with Gina Remini and talk about her current journey to get results (aka drop ten pounds) by Memorial Day 2023.  In this episode we'll discuss how in the next 3 months she plans to get results while navigating (potential) hurdles as a vegetarian, 2+ hour commutes to work, and balancing sustainability and effort in order to maintain results once she gets them. Support the show

Today we're joined by Matt Welsher, a long time client and current contestant in our 6 Week Challenge. Matt's been kicking ass these last few weeks with overhauling his diet, training hard, and incorporating new behaviors and habits to create a better life for himself. In this episode, you'll hear about Matt's fitness journey up to this point, his past and current struggles wit...

When it comes to life, specifically health and fitness, consistency is arguably the most important factor when it comes to seeing success or getting results. But too many of us are hyper focused for short (but intense) stretches, only to follow that up with prolonged periods of lackluster effort. In today's episode, we'll talk about why focusing on being "good" 80% of the time...

We're all gonna have days where we feel like crap. It's inevitable. Perhaps it's bad sleep, high stress, less than stellar food choices... or maybe you're a victim to all the above. And now your body and mind feel like they've been run over with a tank. Fear not, because in today's episode we'll discuss how to navigate these challenging circumstances, as well as...