Stronger Than Your Boyfriend

In today's episode we discuss fitness for busy professionals. We discuss: - Shorter, More Frequent Workouts - Regulating Stress - Progressive Overload - Active Commuting - Utilizing the Weekends - Mindfulness in Nutrition - Prioritize Sleep We discuss different strategies to help busy professionals include fitness into their days. We also discuss how important regulating stress can be and why...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: I’ve been reverse dieting for about 6 months and I’ve been maintaining at 2500 calories for about 2 months now. I know I should maintain longer, but I want to cut. What should I cut my calories to? Question 2: For hanging knee raises, my grip fails before my core does. Should...

Bobby O'Mullan is an industry expert with a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology & Sports Performance. He has over a decade of experience in training, coaching and program development for private clients, secondary & college athletics and corporate wellness initiatives. He has a deep understanding of performance tech and knows when, where and how to apply the right tool for the...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1. How do you know when to increase your weight in weightlifting? Links:  Heavy weight, light weight and everything in Between - Episode 57 Training to Failure: Exploring Training Intensity - Episode 112 Question 2. Cardio before or after weights? Question 3. Can you stack stren...

In this week's podcast episode, we explore the concept of processed foods, categorizing them into minimally processed, medium processed, and ultra-processed. We also dive into the health risks associated with consuming processed foods, including obesity and various diseases. Then we break down what what makes up processed foods. We also offer practical tips for reducing the amount of processe...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: What’s the best way to strengthen the forearms? Every time I hold dumbbells or the barbell, I feel like my grip is going to give out. STRONGER GRIP EPISODE Question 2: I want to lose weight.  I know I need to be in somewhat of a caloric deficit, but I am wondering about the m...

In this week's podcast, we criticize the American lifestyle's impact on health, emphasizing the illusion of what's considered "normal" or "healthy." Then we discuss the challenges of staying healthy in a culture that prioritizes convenience and highlight alarming U.S. health statistics. We question the "healthy at any size" movement, stress the importan...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: I wake up often in the night starving. How should I handle? Question 2: Since having my daughter, I have rib flair and extreme pelvic tilt. How can I fix this with training? Question 3: I want a flat stomach, what exercises do I need to do? (and here is the fun interview wher...

In this week's episode we talk about disparities in lower body vs. upper body strength. In general, your lower body is stronger than your upper body from constant weight bearing. This disparity is especially pronounced in women. We talk about reasons why there is a gender disparity in upper body vs. lower body strength and the causes that apply to everyone. Then we discuss why addressing disp...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: If you stop strength training for over 6 months, how do you know what’s a good starting weight to use? Question 2: If you haven’t consumed adequate protein in a few weeks, should you double up when prioritizing it again? Question 3: How should I track my weights if I’m using...

Jennifer Dahl is an ACE-Certified Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer and classically-trained Pilates Instructor.  Jennifer currently works for Fitness Formula Clubs as Senior Fitness Director, where she regionally oversees the recruitment, screening and onboarding of personal trainers, as well as the development and growth of fitness directors.  Additionally she manages a team of tale...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: Is it most effective to train ab movements to failure? Question 2: How would you incorporate sled work into your program? Question 3: What’s one fitness tip you would tell your younger self? Tune in to hear our answers! Resources: “ Are You Going About Core Training All Wrong...

Five Things You Can So to Stay Consistent Towards Your 2024 Fitness Goals After the New Year’s resolution frenzy, most people stay motivated to workout from January to March and then fall off the wagon. We at BarPath want to focus instead on how you can keep yourself coming back to the gym over the long term, so you’re not waiting until next January to start again, but starting again the day after...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: How often should I workout to maintain my bodyweight if I’ve been working out 45 min-1hr 4x per week… Question 2: How do you handle the days when you’re super sore? Question 3: What are your fitness goals for 2024? Tune in to hear our answers! Need a solid training plan for 2...

In this week’s episode, we go over 5 strength training goals everyone should set for 2024. These 5 goals are: squat to full depth, proper pushup form, nailing your first pull up, deadlifting your bodyweight, and lifting half your bodyweight for 5 reps in an overhead press. We discuss why we think these goals in particular are important. Having good squat depth (hips at 90 degrees or more) keeps yo...

In today’s episode, we have a throwback of our favorite episodes of 2023! We hope you enjoy these clips and get ready for some more badass episodes in 2024!

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: I’m confused about the concept of NEAT vs cardio? Can you elaborate more? Question 2: Any ideas for home workouts for the snowy, gloomy days when I can’t get to the gym? Question 3: What are your favorite Christmas treats? Tune in to hear our answers! Check out our program ST...

In this episode, we go over our favorite fitness gift ideas for the holidays. We talk about our #1 wish list item, then we discuss fitness trackers, nutritional devices, devices to help with at home training, and recovery tools.  Want to purchase one of our programs or 1:1 strength training for a loved one? Reach out to us at barpathfitness@gmail.com  Here’s a list of our holiday gift ideas: PRX h...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook groupto ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: What are your thoughts on the higher skill bell movements like cleans and snatches?  Question 2: How do ya'll approach the holidays with all the food, alcohol, etc.?  Question 3: What are some easy ways to sneak greens into your diet?  Tune in to hear our answers! Check o...

In today’s episode we discuss different methods and tools to calculate body fat percentage. We discuss:  BMI Bioelectrical Impedance Tools Skinfold Tests Bod Pod DEXA Scan Hydrostatic Weighing Progress Pictures Circumference Measurements  We discuss how each testing protocol works and which ones are preferred over others. We also talk about our experiences with each test and how the margin of erro...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook groupto ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: What’s the best way to measure body fat? Question 2: How long does it take to build muscle? Question 3: Can you work out seven days a week and still see results? Tune in to hear our answers! Check out our program STRONGER  www.barpathfitness.com

Connie Weissmuller is a Registered Dietitian and Professor of Human Nutrition at Colorado College. She runs a virtual practice helping individuals develop a healthier relationship with food and their bodies. She is passionate about giving practical and accurate nutrition information to her clients and students and approaches health from a holistic, long-term lens. You can find her at connierd.com...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Question 1: Hey Heather and Katie! Question for maybe your next podcast. Is it true your body can only digest approx 30 g of protein in one meal? What happens if you eat 30+ grams of protein in a sitting?  Question 2: Do you have any meal prepping tips? Question 3: I have “outgrown” my h...

In today’s episode, we discuss everything you need to know about food tracking. Food tracking is important, even if it’s just for a little while, because it gives you real data that you can work with to move towards your fitness goals.  We suggest tracking macronutrients, and the best way to do it is with a scale. Protein is especially important to track this way. In general, 4 oz of meat is equiv...

Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook groupto ask questions that we will address them on the podcast! Enjoy our Thanksgiving Q&A! Tune in to hear our answers! Our program Stronger is 50% off now through Nov 23rd! Use the code 2023CHALLENGE at checkout!