How to: Fitness

Send us Fan Mail Is the fitness industry helping men get healthier or just teaching them to suffer in silence? In this episode “Toxic Masculinity: The Dark Side of Fitness Culture” of The How to Fitness Podcast, Kate Lyman and Michael Ulloa confront the damaging influence of toxic masculinity in the fitness industry. They explore how modern fitness culture has become more about proving dominance t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode “ Everything We’ve Learned About Creatine (So You Don’t Have To) ” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a research-backed deep dive into creatine. One of the most talked about and misunderstood supplements in the fitness world. We’re unpacking everything you think you know: Does creatine actually help with muscle growth? Are there cognitive benefits? What about t...

Send us Fan Mail In this Q&A episode of How to Fitness Podcast , we tackle the most common struggles beginner clients face from staying consistent at the gym to eating healthy without tracking every bite.  Whether you’re trying to balance social events with your goals or wondering if you really have to weigh yourself, this episode breaks down the mindset shifts and strategies that actually cre...

Send us Fan Mail Body image isn’t about loving your body — it’s about respecting it. In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re joined by mental health advocate, writer, and broadcaster Natasha Devon, MBE to explore what healthy body image really means and how social media, culture, and our personal habits shape the way we see ourselves. We talk about how to navigate body image challenge...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve all been told that stretching is a must, but is it really? In this episode of How to Fitness Podcast, we are breaking down the real science behind stretching and whether skipping it is something you should actually feel guilty about. We dive into the different types of stretching, including static, dynamic, ballistic, and PNF, and reveal what research says about their effect...

Send us Fan Mail How much of our food choices are truly ours, and how much is shaped by powerful marketing strategies? In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive deep into how food marketing influences our eating habits, from grocery store purchases to social media trends. We uncover the subtle but powerful ways companies use colors, buzzwords, and advertising to manipulate our percept...

Send us Fan Mail Is intermittent fasting the ultimate health hack or just another overhyped trend? In this episode of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a deep dive into intermittent fasting—breaking down its history, different fasting methods, and the science behind the claimed benefits. Does it truly improve weight loss, mental clarity, and longevity, or are these just exaggerated health claims...

Send us Fan Mail How much do you really know about the hosts of How to Fitness Podcast? In this episode 44, "Q&A: Fitness, Parenthood & Business (2025)," we take a step back from our usual discussions on health and fitness to answer some of your most asked questions. From our personal milestones to the biggest lessons we’ve learned in business and life, this episode is all about...

Send us Fan Mail Is BMI really an accurate measure of health, or is it an outdated tool rooted in inequality that is causing more harm than good? In this episode 43 “The Problematic Origins of BMI: Why This Health Metric Is Failing Us” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we take a deep dive into the origins of the Body Mass Index (BMI), uncovering its surprising (and upsetting) history and the flawed w...

Send us Fan Mail Are GLP-1 weight loss drugs the solution we've been waiting for—or just another manifestation of diet culture in disguise? In this episode 42, "GLP-1 Medications Explained: What You Need to Know in 2025," of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive into the hype, hope, and hard truths surrounding medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Join us as we break down the science b...

Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of detox fads that promise the world but deliver disappointment? In this episode 41 " The Detox Myth: Exploring the truth behind toxins and wellness trends " of the How to Fitness Podcast, we dive deep into the murky waters of detox diets, cleanses, and the buzzwords that often mislead us. Tune in to learn how to spot misinformation and protect yourself fro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the How To Fitness podcast, Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman take a deep dive into the largely under-regulated supplement industry. We draw attention to the history, legislation, and current state of dietary supplements in the U.S. and explore the critical role of influencer marketing, and the various risks and health implications associated with mislabeled and cont...

Send us Fan Mail We are often asked questions about navigating fitness, health, and overall wellness as a new parent who is sleep deprived and short on time. Today we’re talking through five tips we rely on as new(ish) parents. These tips are applicable for anyone short on time! 3:00 Kate and Michael talk through the difference in their workouts before and after children and how much has changed a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the 'How to Fitness Podcast,' hosts Kate Lyman and Michael Ulloa discuss the importance of hydration and its impact on overall health and exercise performance. They share personal weekend experiences, then dive into in-depth guidelines for daily water intake, the benefits of proper hydration, the risks of dehydration, and how to effectively hydrate bef...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the How To Fitness podcast, hosts Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman delve into the controversial topic of cortisol. They discuss the internet's obsession with cortisol and its impact on health, rooted in sensationalized online content. They tackle questions about what cortisol is, its functions, and whether certain conditions like adrenal fatigue are legitimate....

Send us Fan Mail It’s 2024 so of course milk is a controversial topic! In this deep dive we discuss the recent trends in social media concerning milk's nutritional value and potential health risks, such as inflammation and cancer. The episode also explores the environmental impact of dairy versus plant-based milks, and addresses the rise in questionable practices like drinking raw milk. 5:04...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the 'How To Fitness' podcast, hosts Michael Ulloa and Kate Lyman explore the idea of cult-like tendencies within the wellness industry, covering fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness. They analyze the psychological reasons why people might become deeply involved in fitness programs and strict diets, likening them to modern-day cults. They also discu...

Send us Fan Mail Is your body really “stuck” at a certain weight or are you just underfed, over-restricting, and overwhelmed by fitness myths? In this Q&A episode "Optimizing Hormones, Supplement Safety, and Set Point Weight Theory" of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re digging into some of the most misunderstood concepts in health and fitness from hormones to hunger to the truth behi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the How to: Fitness podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Shana Minei Spence, who you may know as The Nutrition Tea on social media. Shana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Brooklyn, New York. She currently works in public health for the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, doing community nutrition lessons, and also owns her own compa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the How To Fitness Podcast, we delve into smartwatch reliability and usage, with a special focus on whether these popular devices can be trusted for fitness tracking. We cover smartwatch features like step counts, sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring, and calorie burn estimations, dispelling myths and setting realistic expectations for users. We offer insights...

Send us Fan Mail Emotional eating isn’t about weakness, it’s about wiring. In this episode “The Physiology & Psychology of Emotional Eating” of the How to Fitness Podcast, we’re unpacking why stress makes some people overeat, while others lose their appetite completely, and why neither response means something is “wrong” with you. We explore what’s really going on in your brain and body during...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'How to Fitness Podcast,' Michael and I share a rare in-person discussion from Valencia, Spain. We delve into our current travels, touch on Michael’s missed Ironman event, and discuss the significance of adjusting fitness goals and business strategies based on personal life changes. The episode transitions into a Q&A, tackling questions on fitness...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode we explore the question of ‘do we need to exercise?’. We take a deep dive into the extent to which we can control our own health outcomes. Does exercise really benefit health? What is the minimal effective dose? Can we hack our genetics to improve our health markers? Also within this episode we take a look at the 10,000 step goal and find out why we are all so o...

Send us Fan Mail In this deep dive episode “Are Nutrition and Food Labels Helpful or Harmful?“ of the How to Fitness Podcast, we explore whether nutrition labels actually help us make better choices or just leave us more confused. From the surprising (and sometimes sketchy) history of food labeling, to the science behind how these labels shape behavior, we break down what really matters when it co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the 'How to Fitness Podcast', we bust common myths about food and products. We tackle misinformation about aspartame, oatmeal, Himalayan sea salt, seed oils, and sunscreen (not a food, we know!). From debunking aspartame's carcinogenic risks to clarifying the benefits of Himalayan sea salt, we advocate for knowledge and critical thinking around ou...