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The Dumbbells

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A funny fitness podcast where comedian/hosts Erin McGown and Ryan Stanger guide your life towards Training Dirty, Eating Clean and Living In-Between.

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Headgum

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Health

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

20: Your Questions Are Answered (w/ Ryan & Eugene) 08.03.2017

Episode 20 is once again The Dumbbells and you. The boys answer a bunch of "Weighing In" questions that have been piling up. They range from fitness trends, to a squat workaround, to some nitty-gritty workout specifics. Some potential show changes are discussed and a March Nutrition Challenge is introduced- there is a prize involved! "Yeah Buddy!!!" Subscribe, Rate & Review The Dumbbells on iTunes...

19: Workout Evolution (w/ Sean Clements) 01.03.2017

Episode 19!!! Sean Clements is in The Weight Room. You know him as the co-host of the hilarious podcast Hollywood Handbook. The Dumbbells talk to Sean about his sports background and playing tennis with Matt Besser. They also learn about him being struck by a car and almost dying! And how he has adjusted his training now for longevity. Everyone "weighs in" on how being sore is not the only indicat...

18: Bringing the Funny to a Comedy-Fitness Show (w/ Horatio Sanz) 22.02.2017

It's episode 18 and it's a good one!! The Dumbbells are joined by funny man Horatio Sanz in The Weight Room. You know him as the host of his hilarious podcast ,The Hooray Show, his new show on NBC, Great News, and some little show he did called Saturday Night Live. The Dumbbells talk to Horatio about his interest in shadow-play, what a "professional" bedpan is, and his no-fog glasses from Wall-Mar...

17: A Healthy Routine If You've Been Heavy Your Entire Life (w/ Marcy Jarreau) 15.02.2017

Marcy Jarraeau gets REAL in The Weight Room for episode 17. You know her from the amazing short she wrote and starred called RELATIONSHIP GOALS. The Dumbbells talk to Marcy about growing up in the south as a heavy kid and how that affects her now as an adult trying to get in shape. The group also discusses the excitement around the LA Municipal Woman's basketball league which Marcy plays in. Every...

16: Being Big, In Shape and Having Fun While Doing It (w/ Jon Gabrus) 08.02.2017

Episode 16!! HIGH AND DUMB PART 1c? Jon Gabrus, The Number 1 FUCC BOI and host of the hilarious podcast High and Mighty crushes it in the Weight Room. Gabrus gets specific about the details of a good 5X5 routine. The group talks about Paleo food they actually look forward to eating. The DBs and Gabrus "weigh" in on the reality of cutting fat and building muscle at the same time. Last the group ans...

15: Finding the Balance of Health and Fitness for A Busy Parent (w/ Kate Spencer) 01.02.2017

For Episode 15 the Dumbbells were beyond thrilled to have Kate Spencer join them in the Weight Room. She is a hilarious comedian and writer for Cosmopolitan.com and the author of the soon to be released Dead Moms Club. The boys give Kate some tips on how she can eat an exercise efficiently to lose that last little bit of baby weight. The group determines if it's possible to have sex AND ski. And t...

14: Surviving this Fast Food World (w/ Mike Mitchell) 25.01.2017

It's Dumb Meets Dough Part 2. The Spoonman, Mike Mitchell is in The Weight Room for episode 14. You know him as the co-host of the hilarious podcast Doughboys, as a member of The Birthday Boys and most recently Randy on the NETFLIX show LOVE. The Dumbbells talk to Mitch about names and nicknames and how he can be healthy and still do the Doughboys podcast. They group also discuses how identity can...

13: Training Your Mind to Exercise and Eat Right (w/ Erin Whitehead) 18.01.2017

It's Erin Whitehead in The Weight Room for episode 13. You know her from Animals on HBO and Comedy Bang Bang and as member of Wild Horses - the third one that's been on the show. The Dumbbells find out about how much Erin actually doesn't workout and what's getting in her way. They give her some tips on where to start so that she'll stick with it. Erin also dazzles the DBs with her VO talent and t...

12: Flexibility and Fat-loss for a Doughboy (w/ Nick Wiger) 11.01.2017

Ladies and gentlemen it's Dumb Meets Dough Part 1. Nick Wiger, the Burger Boy himself, is in The Weight Room for episode 12. You know him as the co-host of the amazing podcast Doughboys and as a writer on great shows like Comedy Bang Bang and @midnight. The Dumbbells talk to Nick about the Doughboys and chain restaurants and help him with some low back and flexibility issues. Nick talks about his...

11: Give Yourself a Reason to Exercise (w/ Eva Anderson) 04.01.2017

It's a new year and it's episode 11. Eva Anderson joins The Dumbbells in the Weight Room. She writes for the amazing FXX show, You're The Worst. Eva talks about how her lack of athleticism as kid didn't bother her, OR DID IT? She tells the DBs about finding fitness as an adult through group exercise boot camps, she also describes her past fitness projects. Then the group makes a date to go to rock...

10: You and The Dumbbells (w/ Eugene and Ryan) 28.12.2016

Episode 10 is all about the information. The Dumbbells sit down in the Weight Room and just answer "Weighing In" questions that have been piling up. In answering the questions, Eugene shares a little of his personal weight loss story and Stanger talks about how he transitioned after a life of competitive sports. Also, the DBs introduce a challenge to the listeners for the month of January. "Ain't...

9: The Value of Switching It Up (w/ Paul Welsh) 21.12.2016

Episode 9 is here! Paul Welsh (co-host of the Hard Nation podcast and Trent from My Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) charges into the Weight Room and schools The Dumbbells on why he is always changing up his workouts. The group talks about the value of periodically using a trainer, Pauls background in competitive swimming and a lot of time is spent on improv team names. Then the DBs and Paul give some advice...

8: Staying Fit Over the Holidays (w/Betsy Sodaro) 14.12.2016

It's Betsy Sodaro in The Weight Room for episode 8. You know Betsy from being funny in Big Time in Hollywood Fl, Lady Dynamite, Clipped and Lady Time. The Dumbbells find out about how she was kick ass skier in Colorado and some recent lifestyle changes she's made to get more fit. Also the group comes up with a travel/holiday workout for when you're stuck inside with no access to a gym. Last, the D...

7: Trying Martial Arts (w/ Dave Theune) 07.12.2016

Episode 7 is all about Dave Theune You know him from Fresh of the Boat, Dr. Ken, Blunt Talk and many others. The Dumbbells help Dave with how to find a martial arts dojo and offer some tips on maintaining a plant based diet. Also the group discovers what the word "smizing" really means. You ever wonder what's the healthiest oil to cook with? Well, the DBs answer that question. "Yeah Buddy!!!" FB:...

6: Simplify My Routine (w/ Mary Holland) 30.11.2016

For episode 6 the hilarious Mary Holland of Blunt Talk joins The Dumbbells in the Weight Room. Mary has a lot of exercise experience and asks the DBs how not to bulk up. They also give her a more approachable fitness routine that could become a Wild Horses workout?? Last, the group answers what kind of booze you should drink if you are trying to lose weight. "Get the fuck up and do some work!!!!!"...

5: Opinions on Paleo (w/ Will Hines) 23.11.2016

For Episode 5 the Dumbbells convince Will Hines to join them in the Weight Room to "deal". Will is an improvisor, actor and cohost of the podcast, Don't Get Me Started on the HeadGum network. He just authored the book, How to be the Greatest Improvisor on Earth. Will asks the DBs their thoughts on The Paleo diet and the group weighs in on how to pick a good workout program and trainer. Listen for...

4: Nothing to Something (w/ Lauren Lapkus) 16.11.2016

For episode 4 The Dumbbells get Lauren Lapkus behind a mic in the Weight Room. You know her from Clipped on TBS, The Characters on Netflix, Jurassic World and her podcast, With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus. Euge and Stang help Lauren with what to do if you are currently doing nothing. They also give her some tips on diet and discover how picky of an eater she is. Last, a listener gets advice about...

3: Working in Kettlebells (w/ Colton Dunn) 09.11.2016

For episode 3 the Dumbbells bring Colton Dunn in the Weight Room for a session. He was a writer on the Emmy nominated show Key and Peele, currently he's killing it as Garret on the NBC show Superstore and he's a big strong dude. The DBs give Colton a run down on kettle-bells and teach him about "The Sacred Six". Then, all of them give a listener advice about how to get her workouts back on track a...

2: Lifestyle Changes (w/ Kulap Vilaysack) 02.11.2016

For their second episode ever the Dumbbells were thrilled to have Kulap Vilaysack join them in the Weight Room. She is the co-host of the podcast WHO CHARTED and creator of the show Bajillion Dollar Propertie$. The boys give Kulap tips on how she can make small adjustments to lead a healthier lifestyle and they all address the great "do vegans get enough protein" debate. Yeah buddy!!!! Got questio...

1: Getting Started (w/ Jake & Amir) 26.10.2016

In this premiere episode, the Dumbbells welcome Jake Hurwitz and Amir Blumenfeld, the Headgum co-founders and hosts of "If I Were You" Podcast, into the Weight Room. They talk current exercise and eating habits as well as getting started with a new routine like a "5 x 5". Yeah Buddy!!!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

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