The Dr. Shannon Show

Not all exercise is created equal. Some workouts may feel "hard," but are they really driving results? In this episode, Dr. Shannon will help you discern if a workout is effective. Stick figure: squat vs step up Stick figure: deadlift vs stool lunge Stick figure: forearm press vs tricep dip 0:00: Introduction 1:03: Exercise and fat loss 5:54: Why you should focus on building muscle 7:10:...

Do you know there is a difference between stress and anxiety? Our brains are wired to lean negative, but understanding our neuroanatomy can help you rewire your brain to be more positive and less anxious. Today's interview is with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola, who discusses strategies to improve anxiety and rewire your brain. Buy Nicole's book here .  0:00: Introduction to Nicole Vignol...

In this episode, Shannon talks about her postpartum experience and how she plans to build 5 pounds of muscle.  To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com

This episode is not to encourage "bounce back" after having a baby. Shannon discusses sustainable strategies to improve body composition postpartum. Body recomposition is increasing the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. Shannon will discuss how to ease into exercise and start to build muscle postpartum (after your provider approves that you exercise), the considerations if you're brea...

Olivia Adriance is a food content creator who shares why she started eating gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. Shannon and Olivia talk about exercise, nutrition, business, and more in this fun coffee chat.  To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com

Today, we are joined by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Casey Lepper. We discuss how to improve your relationship with your partner and parenting styles to raise emotionally mature children. Follow @caseylepper on Instagram Follow @caseylepper on YouTube Vist her website 0:00: Introduction to Casey Lepper 1:06: The Four Horsemen 8:00: How to handle contempt within a relationship 11:35: How...

Join Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton to discuss some of the latest fitness trends: weighted vest walking, doing your hair with wrist weights to tone the arms, and Pilates for back pain/spine health.  To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com

Hate sprint training but want the benefits? Emerging research claims that REHIT (reduced exertion high-intensity training), a low-dose form of sprint training, can substantially benefit VO2 max. Listen to the episode to learn why and how to incorporate it into your routine. Study referenced 0:00: Benefits of HIIT and SIT 3:07: Physiological response to sprint training  6:35: What is REHIT? 10:08:...

I get coached twice a week, and it has changed my life. In this solo coffee chat, I discuss the life crisis that got me started on coaching and what has helped me rewire my brain to improve my confidence and change my life.  To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com

Does strength training help with fat loss? It's not about how many calories or fat you burn during the workout - it's about the muscle that you build because of the workout. Dr. Shannon explains how muscle affects your metabolism, glucose usage, hormones, and more. Study referenced linked here 0:00: Introduction 1:00: Does strength training burn fat? 4:10: Does having more muscle make yo...

Is heavy lifting the only way to stay strong, build lean mass, and improve body composition as we age? Dr. Shannon, Dr. Jill, and Dr. Payton discuss what stimulus the body needs to develop lean mass and improve body composition at any age. 0:00: Introduction to heavy lifting 2:22: The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause 6:10:  Type I vs type II muscle fibers 10:43: Feeling the burn vs approachin...

Welcome to the first episode of The Dr. Shannon Show! We will still release new science-based episodes each Thursday. In addition to the Thursday episodes, we're releasing bonus "coffee chats" with Dr. Shannon and guests. Listen to the episode to learn more! Dr. Shannon also shares four of the tools she's used over the last several years to improve her fitness, grow Evlo, and m...

In this focused Q&A episode, Dr. Shannon is joined by Evlo instructors, Dr. Payton and Dr. Jill. We explore effective inner thigh exercises and the reality of "toning" specific body areas. We explain our approach to equipment and why we've chosen our current model. For those with time constraints, we discuss how to optimize limited workout sessions and why we don't offer a...

In this episode, Shannon dives into the science of crafting a sustainable, effective fitness routine that delivers results without burning you out.  You'll learn: 🔹 The four essential "buckets" of exercise for total body transformation  🔹 How to customize your workout plan based on your unique needs and goals  🔹 The truth about hypertrophy, HIIT, and zone 2 cardio - and how to ba...

Dr. Eric Cobb is a renowned expert in the field of performance neurology and the founder of Z-Health Performance Solutions. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Cobb has revolutionized the approach to movement, pain relief, and athletic performance by focusing on the intricate relationship between the brain and body. Free Z-Health Course 0:00: Introduction to Dr. Eric Cobb  1:56: What is brain...

Are you struggling to balance breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and your fitness goals?  In this episode, we're joined by macros coach Dani Patton to demystify the complex world of postpartum nutrition and exercise. Whether you're exclusively pumping, nursing on demand, or anywhere in between, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you thrive in your postpartum fitness j...

Dr. Shannon is back with Dr. Jill and Dr. Payton to discuss recovery days, megaformer classes, and diastasis recti.  0:00: Introduction 0:20: Best activities for recovery days  3:04: Do mega former classes build muscle?  7:21: Is Evlo diastasis recti-friendly?  14-day free Evlo trial Follow Dr. Shannon on Instagram Follow Fit Body, Happy Joints on Instagram To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www....

This is part three of three about fitness and your nervous system. Dr. Shannon discusses how your brain can change itself, which is called neuroplasticity. She discusses how to improve brain health, specifically the health of the cerebellum, by using exercise.  0:00: Introduction  2:11: The anti-aging effect of building muscle 3:35: Exercise and brain health  6:35: How to challenge the cerebellum ...

This is part two of three about fitness and your nervous system. Dr. Shannon discusses how your nervous system's "number one priority is to keep you safe." She discusses what that means and how it applies to fitness.  0:00: Introduction  1:15: The somatic nervous system  4:13: Increased motor output with increased stability 6:30: Complex movements and combinations  9:00: How unstabl...

The next three episodes will be about specific mechanisms of your nervous system. Today, Dr. Shannon talks about how central nervous system fatigue influences your workouts and how to manipulate variables to reduce central nervous system fatigue.  0:00: Introduction  2:38: The central nervous system’s (CNS) role in fatigue 4:40: 7 mechanisms that can cause CNS fatigue 4:45: 1st mechanism: Metaboli...

Dr. Shannon, Dr. Jill, and Dr. Payton discuss grip strength, cell swelling, and if Pilates/sculpt classes help maintain muscle mass and bone density. 0:00: Introduction 0:23: Grip strength limiting lower body lifts 1:54: Feeling “bigger” after strength training 4:05: Do Pilates and sculpt classes help to maintain muscle? 14-day free Evlo trial Follow Dr. Shannon on Instagram Follow Fit Body, Happy...

In this episode, we discuss hormones, exercise, and nutrition and why you may not be losing weight despite working out hard. 0:00: Introduction 1:00: Are your hormones to blame? 2:10: Exercise has been oversold as a weight loss tool 5:02: “But, I’m eating clean.” 5:49: What's a better approach to losing weight? 14-day free Evlo trial Follow Dr. Shannon on Instagram Follow Fit Body, Happy Join...

If you're not seeing results, you may have been told your cortisol could be to blame. How does cortisol affect fitness? And is there a way to "balance" healthy cortisol with staying active?   0:00: Introduction 0:37: What is cortisol?  3:56: Stress imbalance  8:15: Effect of exercise on cortisol  11:07: Exercise recommendations for improving stress regulation  14-day free Evlo trial...

Shannon interviews her pelvic floor PT, Dr. Elizabeth Knoble about how to train your core during pregnancy and beyond. 0:00: Introduction to Dr. Elizabeth Knoble, PT, DPT 1:50: Abdominal separation vs. diastasis recti 10:02: Should you load your abdominals during pregnancy?  15:35: Can strengthening the rectus abdominis reduce diastasis recti? 17:28: What is coning and does it make diastasis worse...

Can 10-minute workouts be effective? And can exercise "snacks" be an effective way to build muscle? 0:00: Introduction 0:45: Does the duration of your workout really matter? 2:40: What type of stimulus is effective for results? 7:16: Minimum length of time that you can workout and still see results 12:35 Exercise snacks 15:03: Summary 14-day free Evlo trial Follow Dr. Shannon on Instagra...