The Health REBELs Podcast

You're getting conflicting advice online. Body Part Split or Whole Body? I'm gonna break down the benefits of each and explain when one makes more sense than the other. For more fitness tips or coaching, visit www.ThrivingBody.fit

Today was a hell of a day! Super busy and I did not have enough time to get everything done. But I still got in a workout, hit my step goal, ate well, and more. How? Today I break down some mindset, adjustments, and strategies to get it done. Standard Warm-Up Stretches I did today

Too often people start a new fitness program and... don't get much from it. Why? Today I unpack the 3 must haves for better fitness results.For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.Thrivingbody.fit

We don't wanna fall apart and decline as we age. We've all seen people who defied the aging process, and we should aim to follow in their shoes. Today I highlight 2 "Yuck-Yuck" ways to be a super-ager and keep vitality for life. For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.Thrivingbody.fit

I can't lie! I have ungodly amounts of energy. And no, it's not from coffee, cocaine, or some secret Aztec Himalayan goat herb. There are 4 habits I do daily that set me apart. For more fitness tips and coaching, check out www.Thrivingbody.Fit

The Senate just confirmed RFK Jr as Secretary of Health and he has big plans to Make America Healthy Again. As a coach with 15 years experience helping people become healthier, I thought I would share my thoughts on how we can actually accomplish this feat. To make yourself Healthy again, visit www.Thrivingbody.fit for more blog posts and for coaching.

Doesn't it feel like everything would be better with more sleep? Feel like you need more sleep?Here's the simplest way to get more sleep.For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.thrivingbody.fit

Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and all the GLP-1 drugs have taken the weight loss industry by storm! In fact, for the first time in decades, the American Obesity levels have actually gone DOWN in 2024 because of these drugs.But they're still new. And 2 years later, what are my full professional and personal opinions on this wave? Well, check out today's episode to learn.For weight loss tips and coaching that does not include GLP-1, visit www.ThrivingBody.fit

I haven't counted a single calorie in over 11 years, and probably have only (successfully) counted calories 3 days in my whole life. And I'm a fitness professional!Look, there's a lot of problems with calorie counting. We're going to go over them and give you an alternative.For more tips and coaching, visit www.thrivingbody.fit

We are in a wild time of rapid advancement and at the forefront of that change is AI, Artificial Intelligence.Across all industries, people have been forecasting how AI will impact their corner of the world. Today I talk about how AI might replace personal trainers, whether it can get better results, and what shifts I'll be pioneering to adapt.Share your thoughts on how you think AI will impact the fitness coaching space by emailing Steven@Thrivingbody.fitFor more fitness tips and (non-AI) coaching, visit www.ThrivingBody.fit

whether it's your smart scale at home, the in-body at the gym, or a DEXA scan at the medical office, today I gotta hit you with some bad news. for positive news and more fitness tips, check www.ThrivingBody.fit

People struggle to make fitness consistent and sustainable. But the comedian Jerry Seinfeld might actually have the secret we all need. I know it's helped me and my clients.For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.thrivingbody.fit

I couldn't believe it either, but my clients got better results when I shifted my efforts online. Why? Well, there are 3 reasons for that which you can duplicate.Want to try online coaching? Let's do a free consult together https://calendly.com/steven-thrivingbody/30minMore fitness tips at www.thrivingbody.fit

Netflix has a new biography drama series out about the rise and fall of early social media influencer Belle Gibson. Belle's story is outlandish and delicious and despicable, but it's not unique. There always have been nutrition scams, there always will be. Here are 3 ways to spot them and protect yourself. For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.Thrivingbody.fit

Don't be a turd blossom going to the gym and skipping some crucial elements that will make you more fit, healthy, and vibrant. You need a balanced fitness plan to snag all the benefits. For more fitness tips and coaching, visit www.Thrivingbody.fit

If you ever find yourself on the wrong side of an injury and need tips to keep moving forward AND how to heal better, this is the episode for you! For more fitness tips and coaching, visit https://thrivingbody.fit

Feel like you could be sleeping better? Well, your circadian rhythm could help with that! If, of course, you help your circadian rhythm... But don't worry, I'm gonna tell you how. For more fitness tips and to talk about coaching, check out https://thrivingbody.fit

If you have a "bad joint" that holds you back, this one might be for you! I have a 10k race planned this spring that I'm currently training for. But this is the first time Ive ever trained for performance while actively managing joint health. Here is how I'm doing it For more fitness tips from my blog or coaching for your own goals, visit www.thrivingbody.fit

Reading a new release, I felt uneasy. The book was useful and helpful, but the author... well... he was full of it! And I realized a big mistake that I used to make, too. It's an honest, well-intentioned mistake, but it can be misleading and often overwhelming to the people we actually want to help. For more fitness tips and coaching, visit https://thrivingbody.fit

It was a miserable, massively inconvenient morning for a walk. And that was the answer... More fitness tips and coaching at www.ThrivingBody.fit

Ever feel like life would have more appeal if you had more self-confidence? Over my 15 years coaching people, "self-confidence" has been the 3rd most common reason people start new fitness plans. You might think it's because of changes in body image, but the real reason why fitness increases self-confidence might surprise you. Today, I dive into what self-confidence really is (pragmatically and poetically) and paint a clear path to increasing self confidence Get more fitness tips and coaching at www.ThrivingBody.Fit

There are hundreds of supplements on the market with so many claims and misleading promises. Although there are several effective options, there's only one that is "worth" my time and daily use. There are a few others that come up situationally which I'll mention. For all supplement questions, feel free to send me a message at my website www.thrivingbody.fit (another great supplement resource is www.Examine.com )

I didn't mean to record this episode, and yet... Here I am revealing some honest beliefs. I hate fitness culture. But I'm very active with fitness. What gives? Check out my blog online at https://thrivingbody.fit

I was having a wonderful chat with a new client that helped him have a breakthrough with his healthy habits. It was such a powerful breakthrough, I absolutely had to share with you. This mindset shift brought to you by https://thrivingbody.fit

It is the eternal debate... is it better to do cardio or strength training first? And although we have loads of research now, this continues to be the most pervasive question in fitness. And probably will be forever as you'll learn watching we wade through the quagmire of conflicting points and evidence. For more health and fitness, be sure to visit https://thrivingbody.fit

Everybody feels like they have to kick their ass to be fit and healthy. And I always felt guilty as a personal trainer because that didn't describe me at all. I was pretty casual. In 2021, I learned the secret that I was accidentally doing, and I'll share it with you today :) For more ways to thrive, check out https://thrivingbody.fit

I've always struggled with living up to preconceived notions of how a fitness professional should live. I just didn't try as hard as people would expect. I've always tried to convince people that health and fitness is shockingly easy, and now there's an evolutionary theory that supports this idea. How using the habits of our genetic history can make your fitness plan way easier. The Thriving Body Podcast is hosted by Steven Hicks, coach for Thriving Body Holistic Fitness https://thrivingbody.fit

Damn... I didn't follow my meal plan. I was too tired and hot to cook dinner so I... I caved. I ate out. But not that bad! I used my favorite alternative to fast food that helped me stay nutritious and balanced while skipping the cooking. For more ways to thrive, check out https://thrivingbody.fit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thrivingbodyfit/message

Health REBELs failed... Here's why, here's what's new, and what does "Thriving" even mean? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thrivingbodyfit/message

Tomorrow is my 34th birthday, and to celebrate I'm reflecting on 34 lessons I've picked up along the way to help me and my clients live healthier, happier lives. Find more info at https://healthrebels.us --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

Over 3.5 million Americans are Buddhists. With that approach to life, values change. Recently I was invited to my local Buddhist Temple to give a guest talk on the subject "Can Fitness be Buddhist?" and I merged my understanding of Buddhist ideals with The Health REBELs approach to holistic health and wellness. In this episode, you'll learn three Buddhist stories and how they redefine what activity, nutrition, fitness, and health should look like. Learn more about Health REBELs Coaching at https://healthrebels.us --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

What is an easy way to have good nutrition? How can eating healthy be easier? With a simple 3-P framework. This super easy checklist can help you eat healthy and lose weight without needing a super strict meal plan and without feeling like you're dieting. For more health tips and coaching, visit https://healthrebels.us To get your free gift mentioned in the podcast episode, email me Steven@Healthrebels.us Be sure to like and follow for more fitness podcast episodes that include fitness, nutrition, and 4 other areas of health. Be a fellow health REBEL and share this podcast with someone it will help. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

You might have heard that stress is a killer. It causes heart disease, ulcers... in fact, medical experts believe >90% of disease is caused by stress. But is that fair? Is stress bad, or is it good? What makes it good or bad? The Health REBELs Podcast is a fitness podcast designed for lifelong health and weight loss. This Holistic Podcast focuses on mindset, activity, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and supportive accountability. Powered by https://healthrebels.us you can see more of our coaching program at https://healthrebels.us/preview --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

There's a sleep molecule you may not know about that drives your urge to sleep, and no... it's not melatonin. It's completely natural with no side effects, and best of all, it's FREE! Your body makes this naturally if you do the right stuff. In this episode, we'll learn about another system that regulates sleep and how to get more of this amazing sleep chemical to help you overcome minor insomnia and get better health benefits. This holistic health podcast focuses on fitness and nutrition. The podcast covers mindset, activity, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and supportive accountability. Please be a fellow Health REBEL by subscribing to this podcast and sharing with those you care about. To work with Health REBELs in our Health REBEL Solution Program, please visit https://healthrebels.us/preview --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

In this first part of a two-part mini series on sleep health, we look at the root cause of some insomnia cases and what you can do to naturally improve your sleep. In this first part, we'll be sharing some tips and tricks for you Autonomic Nervous System to help with sleep. #Sleep #Insomnia #Sleephealth #healthpodcast #healthylifestyles #holisticcoach #Holistichealth #fitnesspodcast #fitness #Exercise #naturalhealth #Naturalsleep #HealthREBELs #holistichabits --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

The Fitness Industry has tried and failed for over 30 years to help people get lasting weightloss and improved wellness. It's time for an "Anti-Fitness" movement! But what does that mean? I break down the new standards in today's podcast episode. #HealthPodcast #FitnessPodcast #Exercise #Fitness #Nutrition #Healthyliving #Healthcoach #HolisticWellness #HolisticCoach #Mindset --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

I know we've talked about this a couple times, but it's important. If you and I are to make any significant advances in this "anti-Fitness" lifestyle, we have to approach healthy habits different, ESPECIALLY Activity. Exercise and Activity get marred by Fitness Industry cliches, and it's important we put up a shield between us and a toxic mindset by redefining the purpose of why we want to be active. #Exercise #Fitness #FitTip #Workouts #FitnessPodcast #HealthPodcast #HealthyLiving #HolisticHealth #HolisticPodcast #HealthREBELs #Mindset #NewMindset --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

If you look at all the common diets, they revolve around eliminations, restrictions, and taking stuff away. Health REBELs is the "Anti-Fitness" Solution and we break standards, so of course I created a nutrition system that is the exact opposite of common diets. Learn the finer details and inner workings of a habit based approach to nutrition that is focused on realistic and reasonable habits that give you more energy, more confidence, and the wellbeing to step fully into your best life. If this changes the way you think of nutrition, become a fellow Health REBEL by sharing this episode with a loved one. #Nutritionist #Nutrition #Diet #AntiDiet #Fitness #NutritionPodcast #healthyhabits #healthylifestyles #healthpodcast #Fitnesspodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

In 6th grade, I learned a secret that allows for results to go 2, 3, 4x further. And I share that secret with you today. If this episode helped you to redefine a health and fitness standard, I encourage you to become a fellow Health REBEL by sharing this podcast with someone else to spread our anti-fitness approach. Interact with a share, review, or comment, and get a free gift. Send a screenshot to Steven@Healthrebels.us or visit https://healthrebels.us/preview to check out our coaching. #Motivation #Fitspo #Fitness #Healthylifestyles #Diet #nutrition #Mindset #Weightloss #healthyhabits --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

The biggest reason people sign up for weightloss, fitness, and health coaching is to get more accountability. We live our best lives when we have more accountability. But what does accountability actually mean? Because if you come in with the wrong assumptions, you'll push yourself further away from getting the results you want. Did this episode help you redefine a new health and wellness standard? Then become a fellow Health REBEL by subscribing to this podcast and sharing with someone you think it can help If you want more authentic accountability in your life, you can learn more about Health REBELs Coaching by visiting www.healthrebels.us/preview #exercise #weightloss #fatloss #fitnesspodcast #healthpodcast #healthylifestyles #Accountability #HolisticHealth #HolisticCoach #Healthyliving #selfdiscipline #discipline --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

As a big Godzilla fan, I wanted to share what the Nuclear Lizard can teach us about transforming our body and losing weight. For info about weight loss coaching, check out https://healthrebels.us/preview #Weightloss #Godzilla #Fitness #healthylifestyles #healthyhabits #Nutrition #Exercise #Diet #Fatloss #Exercise #FitnessPodcast #Healthpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

One of my favorite scenes from one of my favorite movies unfortunately paints a painful image of a lot of personal trainer/client relationships. What is the Nocebo effect? Learn that and more in today's episode https://healthrebels.us https://Healthrebels.us/preview for a sneak peak at what Coaching Looks like with Health REBELs #HealthyLifestyles #PersonalTraining #WeightLoss #FatLoss #Exercise #MovementScreens #MuscleImbalance #MovementDysfunction #TightHamstrings --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

You've been told before to workout and be active... But why? No, honestly? Why should you be active? It's not the weightloss, it's not the sports performance, but there's a much more important reason to exercise and be active. Curious about coaching? Check out https://healthrebels.us/preview #Exercise #Activity #HealthPodcast #FitnessPodcast #HealthCoach #weightloss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthrebels/message

How I fixed recent sleep problems without meds... by using knowledge of how the body falls asleep. Blog Article: Too Much Juice https://healthrebels.us/theres-too-much-juice-but-not-enough-squeeze/ Check out www.healthrebels.us Email me a screenshot of a comment/review and get a free gift Steven@Healthrebels.us #Sleep #Fallasleep #Fixmysleep #healthpodcast #healthcoach #Fitnesspodcast #Healthylifestyles #Podcast #healthyliving #Fitness #Weightloss #holistichealth --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

The podcast is making a BIG change that I want to let you know about. This change is going to open up so many more changes that I'm all excited about. Check out The Health REBELs Blog at www.healthrebels.us/blog Subscribe to the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAl_J41Zc0fBixdcTTni3zg Follow me on my personal account www.FB.com/stevenhickspersonaltrainer Join the Health REBELs Facebook group www.Facebook.com/Groups/HealthREBELs Follow Health REBELs on Facebook www.Facebook.com/HealthREBELsUS #HealthPodcast #HealthandWellness #Podcast #FitnessYouTube #Fitness #HolisticHealth #Exercise #Wellness --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

Have you ever noticed how suave and confident that fit friend of yours seems? Why do people who exercise have more confidence? There's actually two reasons that you might not have considered before. For a custom fitness plan that you can use for exercise, check out www.healthrebels.us #HealthCoach #HealthPodcast #Exercise #Confidence #Discipline #SelfConfidence #Happiness #PersonalDevelopment #Wellness #Health --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

There is one thing above all else that you must always do if you're going to live a healthy lifestyle for the rest of your life. It's simple, but it can be profound when put into action. Follow this golden rule, and you'll be amazed at how easy it is to be healthy. For information about health coaching, visit www.healthrebels.us #HealthCoach #healthpodcast #healthyliving #Easyhealth #healthylifestyles #Simplehealth #Fitness #Nutrition #sleep #Stressmanagement #Supportandaccountability #Mindset --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

How do we do online health coaching? And what lessons can you pull into your own health journey? Today I break down what Health REBELs Coaching looks like. If you're interested in seeing if coaching is right for you, head over to www.healthrebels.us for more info #HealthCoaching #onlinepersonaltrainer #fitness #healthyliving #Health #HealthCoach #HealthPodcast #nutrition #Sleep #Holistichealth --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

This week I answer a question submitted by a Health REBELs listener. Which, if you want to get your own questions answered on the podcast, ask me anything at Steven@HealthREBELs.us. I was asked "How long do results actually take?" and, believe it or not, the answer will actually come from one of my clients. If you would like a free recipe book, just leave the podcast a review and email a screenshot to the email address above. For more resources or for health coaching, please visit https://healthrebels.us #Weightloss #Results #Fitness #Exercise #Health #HealthPodcast #HealthCoaching #Healthyliving #Healthyhabits --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

Our modern world is OVERRUN with stress. That's why Stress Management is one of the central components of Health REBELs Coaching. Today I want to give you a simple and fun tool you can use to reduce a significant amount of stress right away. It's called the 90/10 framework #HealthCoach #HealthPodcast #Podcast #FitnessPodcast #HealthyLifestyles #HealthyLiving #StressRelief #StressManagement #HealthHabits --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message

Have you seen those ridiculous #fitspo posts on social media claiming to be "inspirational"? I hate them so much, and I'm gonna break down why they cause more harm and what to look for instead. The Health REBELs Podcast Episode 125. #Fitspo #fitnessinspo #Motivational #Fitnessmotivation #FitnessPodcast #HealthPodcast #Healthylifestyles #Healthyliving #HealthCoach #HealthREBELs --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/healthrebels/message