Haleigh Rasmussen

Live Strong with Hal

Health EN ↓ 6 episodes

Haleigh Robb hosts Live Strong with Hal , a podcast dedicated to inspiring and educating listeners to build stronger, healthier bodies. This is a podcast where we explore the power of movement, the benefits of exercise, and the daily choices that help us thrive. Through science-backed strategies and practical tips, I’ll help you build a stronger, healthier body and discover what it really means to feel at home in your own skin!

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Haleigh Rasmussen

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Taming Your Brain for Better Performance 12.01.2026 9:18

In this episode, I talk about why your brain is important for exercise and enduring. Blanchfield, A. W., Hardy, J., de Morree, H. M., Staiano, W., & Marcora, S. M. (2014). Talking yourself out of exhaustion: The effects of self-talk on endurance performance. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 46 (5), 998–1007. https://doi.org/10.1249/MSS.0000000000000184 Brick, N., MacIntyre, T.,...

Why Rest Days are Crucial for Progress 05.01.2026 6:56

In this episode, I talk about why rest days are important for progress. Phillips, S. M., et al. (1997). Mixed muscle protein synthesis and breakdown after resistance exercise in humans. American Journal of Physiology — Foundational research showing that muscle repair and growth continue for up to 24–48 hours after training. Meeusen, R., et al. (2013). Prevention, diagnosis, and treatment...

What Should Runners Eat? Fueling for Energy, Not Perfection 03.01.2026 8:13

In this episode, I talk about how to fuel your body when you run. Burke, L. M., et al. (2011). Carbohydrates for training and competition. Journal of Sports Sciences Thomas, D. T., Erdman, K. A., & Burke, L. M. (2016). Nutrition and athletic performance. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Mountjoy, M., et al. (2018). Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). Brit...

Tips for Eating During the Holidays 21.12.2025 8:45

In this episode, I talk about different tips and tricks for eating during the holidays.

Cardio vs Weight Training 12.12.2025 10:54

In this episode, I talk about the relationship between cardio and strength training. Pedersen, B.K., & Saltin, B. (2015). Exercise as medicine – evidence for prescribing exercise in 26 chronic conditions. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Physical Activity Guidelines / Position Stand. Strasser, B., & Schobersberger, W. (20...

Why Movement is Medicine 11.12.2025 7:10

In this episode, I dive into the science about why movement matters and why movement is medicine. Sources: Anderson E, et al. Physical activity, exercise, and chronic diseases: A brief review. (Review). 2019. PMC Nyberg ST, et al. Health benefits of leisure-time physical activity by intensity and type. Lancet Public Health. 2025. The Lancet Bellini A, et al. The Effects of Postprandial Walking on...