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Today we're diving into a hot topic I've been getting lots of questions about lately—weighted vests. Are they worth the hype? Are they essential to see progress? And should you run out and buy one if you're working out at home? I'm going to walk you through:  What they're good for How to use them When they're actually helpful Just keep in mind that just like with fancy gym equipment, supplements, or apps, weighted vests are a tool, not a requirement. And if you want to increase your progressive overlaod but don't want to use a weighted vest, I break down how to make your workouts more intense in episode 263: How to Keep Yourself Challenged When You Don't Have Access to Other Weights   If you want more from me, be sure to check out…  Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com  

Get our FREE guide today and start supporting your digestion, metabolism, and overall vitality - one fiber-rich bite at a time. https://bit.ly/aolw-fiber-tracker  _______________________________ In this empowering solo episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast, hosts Marnie Dachis Marmet, a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Longevity expert, Author, Entrepreneur, Yoga Instructor, and Board Certified Integrative Health Practitioner (IHP 1, 2); and Stephanie May Potter, a Board Certified Integrative Health Practitioner (IHP 1, 2) and Holistic Health Coach, a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBHWC), and a certified Yoga Instructor, dive deep into the often overlooked topic of bone health and muscle preservation: the two essential pillars for aging with strength and vitality. They share their personal journeys, shocking stats on osteoporosis, and how hormonal changes, especially during and after menopause, affect bone density. From their love of strength training to the surprising benefits of weighted vests, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to extend their healthspan, not just lifespan. Whether you're in your 30s trying to build strength or in your 70s looking to stay active and independent, this episode provides science-backed advice, practical tools, and heartfelt encouragement to take action now. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why bone health should be on your radar before menopause. How low estrogen, even in your 20s and 30s, can harm bone density. The truth about osteoporosis, even in muscular and active individuals. Why weighted vests are more than just a fitness trend. How to build strong bones and muscles without a gym membership. Why strength training is non-negotiable as you age. Noteworthy Quotes from the Episode: “Bone loss is silent. We don't even know what's happening to us.” – Stephanie May Potter “You're never too old to get strong.” – Marnie Dachis Marmet “Strength training is non-negotiable as we age.” – Stephanie May Potter “Don't worry about looking bulky, what you're really doing is protecting your future self.” – Marnie Dachis Marmet “You don't want to live a long life and then be frail.” – Stephanie May Potter “Just because you look fit on the outside doesn't mean your bones are strong on the inside.” – Marnie Dachis Marmet Episode Breakdown with Timestamps: [00:00] Why you may not know your bones are weakening. [05:35] Let's Talk Bone Health: Why you need to care, sooner than you think. [07:10] The rapid bone loss women face post-menopause. [12:15] Muscle & Metabolism: Why muscle loss increases insulin resistance. [25:06] Research-backed benefits for bone density. [33:05] How Dexa scans empower your next steps. _______________________________ A big thank you to our incredible sponsor, Good Health Saunas! Good Health Saunas offers premium infrared saunas designed to provide exceptional health and wellness benefits. For more details and to receive an exclusive discount, visit www.goodhealthsaunas.com and mention The Art of Living Well Podcast®. _______________________________ Thanks to our sponsor, ZBiotics! ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic is the first genetically engineered probiotic to help you feel better after drinking. Take it before alcohol, drink responsibly, and get a good night's sleep. With a 100% money-back guarantee, you can't go wrong. Visit ZBiotics and use code AOLW for 15% off your first order. _______________________________ Sign up for your 15-minute Health Transformation Audit.  _______________________________ Join the Minneapolis Hiking Collective:  https://web.facebook.com/groups/1368978181038556/ _______________________________ Buy the Adjustable Weighted Vest here: https://hyperwear.com/products/hyper-vest-tactical-weight-vest Get the Weighted vest Stephanie has: https://amzn.to/44HJpIV _______________________________ Follow The Art of Living Well Podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflivingwel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theartoflivingwellpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofliving_well/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/theartoflivingwellpodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gym3jOPdSHwrpM1BmxyJz?si=6E16CJZEQ5OIwpFzs2Ocaw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/id1482050468 Connect with your Hosts here:  Marnie Dachis Marmet LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marniemarmet/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenfullifecoaching/ Website: https://zenfullifecoaching.com/ Stephanie May Potter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-potter-8a3378/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemaypotter/ Website: https://www.stephaniemaypotter.com/   

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You're listening to Burnt Toast! Today, my guest isMara Gordon, MD. Dr. Mara is a family physician on the faculty of Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, as well as a writer, journalist and contributor to NPR. She also writes the newsletter Your Doctor Friend by Mara Gordon about her efforts to make medicine more fat friendly. And she was previously on the podcast last November, answering your questions on how to take a weight inclusive approach to conditions like diabetes, acid reflux, and sleep apnea.Dr. Mara is back today to tackle all your questions about perimenopause and menopause! Actually, half your questions—there were so many, and the answers are so detailed, we're going to be breaking this one into a two parter. So stay tuned for the second half, coming in September! As we discussed in our recent episode with Cole Kazdin, finding menopause advice that doesn't come with a side of diet culture is really difficult. Dr Mara is here to help, and she will not sell you a supplement sign or make you wear a weighted vest. This episode is free but if you value this conversation, please consider supporting our work with a paid subscription. Burnt Toast is 100% reader- and listener-supported. We literally can't do this without you.PS. You can always listen to this pod right here in your email, where you'll also receive full transcripts (edited and condensed for clarity). But please also follow us in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and/or Pocket Casts! And if you enjoy today's conversation, please tap the heart on this post — likes are one of the biggest drivers of traffic from Substack's Notes, so that's a super easy, free way to support the show!And don't miss these: Episode 203 TranscriptVirginiaWhen I put up the call out for listener questions for this, we were immediately inundated with, like, 50 questions in an hour. People have thoughts and feelings and need information! So I'm very excited you're here. Before we dive into the listener questions, let's establish some big picture framing on how we are going to approach this conversation around perimenopause and menopause.MaraI should start just by introducing myself. I'm a family doctor and I have a very general practice, which means I take care of infants and I have a couple patients who are over 100. It's amazing. And families, which is such an honor, to care for multiple generations of families. So, perimenopause and menopause is one chunk of my practice, but it is not all of it.I come from the perspective of a generalist, right? Lots of my patients have questions about perimenopause and menopause. Many of my patients are women in that age group. And I have been learning a lot over the last couple of years. The science is emerging, and I think a lot of practice patterns amongst doctors have really changed, even in the time that I have been in practice, which is about 10 years. There has been a huge shift in the way we physicians think about menopause and think about perimenopause, which I think is mostly for the better, which is really exciting.There's an increased focus on doctors taking menopause seriously, approaching it with deep care and concern and professionalism. And that is excellent. But this menopause advocacy is taking place in a world that's really steeped in fatphobia and diet culture. Our culture is just so susceptible to corporate influence. There are tons of influencers who call themselves menopause experts selling supplements online, just selling stuff. Sort of cashing in on this. And I will note, a lot of them are medical doctors, too, so it can be really hard to sort through.VirginiaYour instinct is to trust, because you see the MD.MaraTotally. There's a lot of diet talk wrapped up in all of it, and there's a lot of fear-mongering, which I would argue often has fatphobia at its core. It's a fear of fatness, a fear of aging, a fear of our bodies not being ultra thin, ultra sexualized bodies of adolescents or women in their 20s, right? This is all to say that I think it's really exciting that there's an increased cultural focus on women's health, particularly health in midlife. But we also need to be careful about the ways that diet culture sneaks into some of this talk, and who might be profiting from it. So we do have some hearty skepticism, but also some enthusiasm for the culture moving towards taking women's concerns and midlife seriously.VirginiaThe cultural discourse around this is really tricky. Part of why I wanted you to come on to answer listener questions is because you approach healthcare from a weight inclusive lens, which is not every doctor. It is certainly not every doctor in the menopause space. And you're not selling us a supplement line or a weighted vest, so that's really helpful. So that's a good objective place for us to start! Here's our first question, from Julie: It's my understanding that the body naturally puts on weight in menopause, especially around the torso, and that this fat helps to replace declining estrogen, because fat produces estrogen. I don't know where I've heard this, but I think it's true? But I would like to know a doctor's explanation of this, just because I think it's just more evidence that our bodies know what they're doing and we can trust them, and that menopause and the possible related weight gain is nothing to fear or dread or fight.MaraOof, okay, so we are just diving right in. Thank you so much for this question. It's one I get from many of my patients, too. So I looked into some of the literature on this, and it is thought that declining estrogen—which happens in the menopausal transition—does contribute to what we call visceral adiposity, which is basically fatty tissue around the internal organs. And in clinical practice, we approximate this by assessing waist circumference. This is really spotty! But we tend to think of it as “belly fat,” which is a fatphobic term. I prefer the term “visceral adiposity” even though it sounds really medical, it gets more specifically at what the issue is, which is that this particular adipose tissue around internal organs can be pathologic. It can be associated with insulin resistance, increasing risk of cardiovascular disease, and risk of what we call metabolic—here's a mouthful—metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease, which is what fatty liver disease has been renamed.So I don't think we totally understand why this happens in the menopausal transition. There is a hypothesis that torso fatty tissue does help increase estrogen, and it's the body's response to declining estrogen and attempts to preserve estrogen. But in our modern lives, where people live much longer than midlife, it can create pathology. VirginiaI just want to pause there to make sure folks get it. So it could be that this extra fat in our torsos develops for a protective reason —possibly replacing estrogen levels—but because we now live longer, there's a scenario where it doesn't stay protective, or it has other impacts besides its initial protective purpose.MaraRight? And this is just a theory. It's kind of impossible to prove something like that, but many menopause researchers have this working theory about, quote—we've got to find a better term for it—belly fat. What should we call it, Virginia? Virginia. I mean, or can we reclaim belly fat? But that's like a whole project. There is a lot of great work reclaiming bellies, but we'll go with visceral adiposity right now.MaraAnyway, this is an active area of menopause research, and I'm not sure we totally understand the phenomenon. That being said, Julie asks, “Should we just trust our bodies?” Do our bodies know what they're doing? And I think that's a really philosophical question, and that is the heart of what you're asking, Julie, rather than what's the state of the research on visceral adiposity in the menopause transition.It's how much do we trust our bodies versus how much do we use modern medicine to intervene, to try to change the natural course of our bodies? And it's a question about the role that modern medicine plays in our lives. So obviously, I'm a fan of modern medicine, right? I'm a medical doctor. But I also have a lot of skepticism about it. I can see firsthand that we pathologize a lot of normal physiologic processes, and I see the way that our healthcare system profits off of this pathology.So this is all to say: Most people do tend to gain weight over time. That's been well-described in the literature. Both men and women gain weight with age, and women tend to gain mid-section weight specifically during the menopausal transition, which seems to be independent of age. So people who go through menopause earlier might see this happen earlier. This weight gain is happening in unique ways that are affected by the hormone changes in the menopausal transition, and I think it can be totally reasonable to want to prevent insulin resistance or prevent metabolic dysfunction in the liver using medications. Or can you decide that you don't want to use medications to do that; diet and exercise also absolutely play a role. But I think it's a deep question. I don't know, what do you think? Virginia, what's your take?VirginiaI think it can be a both/and. If everybody gains weight as we age, and particularly as we go through menopause transition, then we shouldn't be pathologizing that at baseline. Because if everybody does it, then it's a normal fact of having a human body. And why are we making that into something that we're so terrified of?And I think this is what we're going to get more into with these questions: It's also possible to say, can we improve quality of life? Can we extend life? Can we use medicine to help with those things in a way that makes it not about the weight gain, but about managing the symptoms that may or may not be caused by the weight gain? If the weight gain correlates with insulin resistance, of course you're going to treat the insulin resistance, because the insulin resistance is the concern. Does that mean weight loss is the thing we have to do? Not necessarily.MaraTotally. I define size inclusive medicine—which is the way that I practice medicine—as basically not yelling at my patients to lose weight. And it's quite revolutionary, even though it shouldn't be. I typically don't initiate conversations about weight loss with my patients. If my patients have evidence of metabolic dysfunction in the liver, if they have evidence of diabetes or pre-diabetes, if they have high blood pressure, we absolutely tackle those issues. There's good medications and non-medication treatments for those conditions.And if my patients want to talk about weight loss, I'm always willing to engage in those conversations. I do not practice from a framework of refusing to talk with my patients about weight loss because I feel that's not centering my patients' bodily autonomy. So let's talk about these more objective and less stigmatized medical conditions that we can quantify. Let's target those. And weight loss may be a side effect of targeting those. Weight loss may not be a side effect of targeting those. And there are ways to target those conditions that often don't result in dramatic or clinically significant weight loss, and that's okay.One other thing I'll note that it's not totally clear that menopausal weight gain is causing those sort of metabolic dysfunctions. This is a really interesting area of research. Again, I'm not a researcher, but I follow it with interest, because as a size-inclusive doctor, this is important to the way that I practice. So there's some school of thought that the metabolic dysfunction causes the weight gain, rather than the weight gain causing the metabolic dysfunction. And this is important because of the way we blame people for weight gain. We think if you gain weight, you've caused diabetes or whatever. This flips thta narrative on its head. Diabetes is a really complex disease with many, many factors affecting it. It's possible that having a genetic predisposition to cardiometabolic disease may end up causing weight gain, and specifically this visceral adiposity. So this is all to say there's a lot we don't understand. And I think at the core is trying to center my patients values, and de-stigmatize all of these conversations.VirginiaI love how Julie phrased it: “The possible related weight gain in menopause is maybe nothing to fear, dread, or fight.” I think anytime we can approach health without a mindset of fear and dread and not be fighting our bodies, that seems like it's going to be more health promoting than if we're going in like, “Oh my God, this is happening. It's terrible. I have to stop it.”And this is every life stage we go through, especially as women. Our bodies change, and usually our bodies get bigger. And we're always told we have to fight through puberty. You have a baby, you have to get your body back as quickly as possible. I do think there's something really powerful in saying: “I am going through a big life change right now so my body is supposed to change. I can focus on managing the health conditions that might come along with that, and I can also let my body do what it needs to do.” I think we can have both.MaraYeah, that's so beautifully said. And Julie, thank you for saying it that way.VirginiaOkay, so now let's get into some related weight questions.I was just told by my OB/GYN that excess abdominal weight can contribute to urinary incontinence in menopause. How true is this, and how much of a factor do you think weight is in this situation? And I think the you know, the unsaid question in this and in so many of these questions, is, so do I have to lose weight to solve this issue?MaraYes. So this is a very common refrain I hear from patients about the relationship between BMI and sort of different processes in the body, right? I think what the listeners' OB/GYN is getting at is the idea that mass in the abdomen and torso might put pressure on the pelvic floor. And more mass in the torso, more pressure on the pelvic floor.But urinary incontinence is extremely complicated and it can be caused by lots of different things. So I think what the OB/GYN is alluding to is pelvic floor weakness, which is one common cause. The muscles in the pelvic floor, which is all those muscles that basically hold up your uterus, your bladder, your rectum—all of those muscles can get weak over time. But other things can cause urinary incontinence, too. Neurological changes, hormonal changes in menopause, can contribute.Part of my size inclusive approach to primary care is I often ask myself: How would I treat a thin person with this condition? Because we always have other treatment options other than weight loss, and thin people have urinary incontinence all the time.VirginiaA lot of skinny grandmas are buying Depends. No shame!MaraTotally, right? And so we have treatments for urinary incontinence. And urinary incontinence often requires a multifactorial treatment approach.I will often recommend my patients do pelvic floor physical therapy. What that does is strengthen the pelvic floor muscles particularly if the person has been pregnant and had a vaginal delivery, those muscles can really weaken, and people might be having what we call genitourinary symptoms of menopause. Basically, as estrogen declines in the tissue of the vulva, it can make the tissue what we call friable.VirginiaI don't want a friable vulva! All of the language is bad.MaraI know, isn't it? I just get so used to it. And then when I talk to non-medical people, I'm like, whoa. Where did we come up with this term? It just means sort of like irritable.VirginiaOk, I'm fine having an irritable vulva. I'm frequently irritable.MaraAnd so that can cause a sensation of having to pee all the time. And that we can treat with topical estrogen, which is an estrogen cream that goes inside the vagina and is an amazing, underutilized treatment that is extremely low risk. I just prescribe it with glee and abandon to all of my patients, because it can really help with urinary symptoms. It can help with discomfort during sex in the menopausal transition. It is great treatment.VirginiaItchiness, dryness…MaraExactly, yeah! So I was doing a list of causes of urinary incontinence: Another one is overactive bladder, which we often use oral medications to treat. That helps decrease bladder spasticity. So this is all to say that it's multifactorial. It's rare that there's sort of one specific issue. And it is possible that for some people, weight loss might help decrease symptoms. If somebody loses weight in their abdomen, it might put less pressure on the pelvic floor, and that might ease up. But it's not the only treatment. So since we know that weight loss can be really challenging to maintain over time for many, many reasons, I think it's important to offer our patients other treatment options. But I don't want to discount the idea that it's inherently unrelated. It's possible that it's one factor of many that contributes to urinary incontinence.VirginiaThis is, like, the drumbeat I want us to keep coming back to with all these issues. As you said, how would I treat this in a thin person? It is much easier to start using an estrogen cream—like you said, low risk, easy to use—and see if that helps, before you put yourself through some draconian diet plan to try to lose weight.So for the doctor to start from this place of, “well, you've got excess abdominal fat, and that's why you're having this problem,” that's such a shaming place to start when that's very unlikely to be the full story or the full solution.MaraTotally. And pelvic PT is also underutilized and amazing. Everyone should get it after childbirth, but many people who've never had children might benefit from it, too.VirginiaOkay, another weight related question. This is from Ellen, who wrote in our thread in response to Julie's question. So in related to Julie's question about the role of declining estrogen in gaining abdominal fat:If that's the case, why does hormone replacement therapy not mitigate that weight gain? I take estrogen largely to support my bone health due to having a genetic disorder leading to fragile bones, but to be honest I had hoped that the estrogen would also help address the weight I've put on over the past five years despite stable eating and exercise habits. That hasn't happened, and I understand that it generally doesn't happen with HRT, but I don't understand why. I guess I'd just like to understand better why we tend to gain abdominal fat in menopause and what if anything can help mitigate that weight gain. I'm working on self acceptance for the body I have now, and I get frustrated when clothes I love no longer fit, or when my doctor tells me one minute to watch portion sizes to avoid weight gain, and the next tells me to ingest 1000 milligrams of calcium per day, which would account for about half of the calories I'm supposed to eat daily in order to lose weight or not gain more weight. It just feels like a lot of competing messages! Eat more protein and calcium, but have a calorie deficit. And it's all about your changing hormones, but hormone replacement therapy won't change anything.Ellen, relatable. So many mixed messages. Dr. Mara, you spoke to what we do and don't know about the abdominal fat piece a little bit already in Julie's question, so I think we can set that aside. But yes, if estrogen is playing a role, why does hormone replacement therapy not necessarily impact weight? And what do we do with the protein of it all? Because, let me tell you, we got like 50 other questions about protein.MaraI will answer the first part first: I don't think we know why menopausal hormone therapy does not affect abdominal fat. You're totally right. It makes intuitive sense, but that's not what we see clinically. There's some evidence that menopausal hormone therapy can decrease the rate of muscle mass loss. But we consider it a weight neutral treatment. Lots of researchers are studying these questions. But I don't think anybody knows.So those messages feel like they're competing because they are competing. And I don't think we understand why all these things go on in the human body and how to approach them. So maybe I'll turn the question back to you, Virginia. How do you think about it when you are seeking expertise and you get not a clear answer?VirginiaI mean, I'm an irritable vulva when it happens, that's for sure. My vulva and I are very irritated by conflicting messages. And I think we're right to be. I think Ellen is articulating a real frustration point.The other thing Ellen is articulating is how vulnerable we are in these moments. Because, as she's saying, she's working on self-acceptance for the body she has. And I think a lot of us are like, “We don't want weight loss to be the prescription. We don't want to feel pressured to go in that direction.” And then the doctor comes in and says, “1000 milligrams of calcium a day, an infinity number of protein grams a day. Also lose weight.” And then you do find yourself on that roller coaster or hamster wheel—choose your metaphor. Again, because we're so programmed to think “well, the only option I have is to try to control my weight, control my weight, control my weight.” And you get back in that space.What I usually try to do is phone a friend, have a plan to step myself out of that. Whether it's texting my best friend or texting Corinne, so they can be that voice of reason. And I would do this for them, too! You need help remembering: You don't want to pursue intentional weight loss. You're doing all this work on self-acceptance. Dieting is not going to be helpful. So what can you take from this advice that does feel doable and useful? And maybe it's not 1000 milligrams of calcium a day, but maybe it's like, a little more yogurt in your week. Is there a way you can translate this to your life that feels manageable? I think it's what you do a great job of. But I think in general, doctors don't do a great job with that part.MaraYeah, I bet you Ellen's doctor had 15 minutes with her. And was like, “Well, eat all this calcium and definitely try to lose weight,” right? And then was rushing out the door because she has 30 other patients to see that day.I think doctors are trying to offer what maybe they think patients want to hear, which is certainty and one correct answer. And it can feel hard to find the space to sort of sit in the uncertainty of medicine and health and the uncertainty of like our bodies. And corporate medicine is not conducive to that, let's put it that way.VirginiaBut so how much protein do we need to be eating?MaraI have no idea. Virginia, I don't think anybody knows. I think exercise is good for you. It's not good for every single body at every single moment in time. If you just broke your foot, running is not a healthy activity, right? If you're recovering from a disordered relationship with exercise, it's not healthy.But, movement in general prolongs our health span. And I'm reluctant to even say this, but, the Mediterranean diet—I hate even calling it a diet, right? But vegetables, protein—I don't even want to call them healthy fats, it's just so ambiguous what that means. But olive oil. All those things seem to be good for you. With the caveat that it's really hard to study the effects of diet. And this is general diet, not meaning a restrictive diet, but your diet over time. But I don't think we know how much, how much protein one needs to eat. It is unknowable.VirginiaAnd that's why, I think what we've been saying about figure out how to translate this into something that feels doable in your life. It's not like, Oh, olive oil forever. Never butter again. MaraOf course not. I love butter. Oh, my God. Extra butter!VirginiaRight. Butter is core to the Burnt Toast philosophy. I know you wouldn't be coming here with an anti-butter agenda.MaraOh, of course not. Kerry Gold forever.VirginiaBut it's, how can you take this and think about what makes sense in your life and would add value and not feel restrictive? And that's hard to do that when you're feeling vulnerable and worried and menopause feels like this big, scary unknown. But you still have the right to do that, because it's still your body.MaraBeautifully said.ButterVirginiaWell, this has all been incredibly helpful. Let's chat about things that are bringing us joy. Dr Mara, do you have some Butter for us? MaraI had to think about this a lot. The Butter question is obviously the most important question of the whole conversation.We have been in a heat wave in Philly, where I live, and it's really, really hot, and we have a public pool that is four blocks from our house. Philly actually has tons of public pools. Don't quote me on this, but I've heard through the grapevine—I have not fact-checked this—that it is one of the highest per capita free public pools in the country. I don't know where I heard that from. I know I should probably look that up, but anyway, we've got a lot of pools in Philly. And there's one four blocks from my house.So I used to think of pool time as a full day, like a Saturday activity. Like you bring snacks, you bring a book, you lounge for hours. But our city pool is very bare bones. There's no shade. And so, I have come to approach it as an after work palate cleanser. We rush there after I get my kid from daycare, and just pop in, pop out. It's so nice. And pools are so democratic. Everybody is there cooling off. There's no body shame. I mean, I feel like it's actually been quite freeing for my experience of a body shame in a bathing suit, because there's no opportunity to even contemplate it. Like you have to hustle in there to get there before it closes. There's no place to put your stuff. So you can't do all those body shielding techniques. You have to leave your stuff outside of the pool. So you have to go in in a bathing suit. And it's just like, all shapes and sizes there. I love it. So public pools are my Butter.VirginiaWe don't have a good public pool in my area, and I wish we did. I'm so jealous. That's magical. Since we're talking about being in midlife, I'm going to recommend the memoir, Actress of a Certain Age: My Twenty-Year Trail to Overnight Success by Jeff Hiller, which I just listened to on audiobook. Definitely listen to it on audiobook. Obviously, Jeff Hiller is a man and not in menopause, but he is in his late 40s, possibly turned 50. He's an actress of a certain age, as he says. If you watched “Somebody Somewhere” with Bridget Everett, he plays her best friend Joel. And the show was wonderful. Everyone needs to watch that.But Jeff Hiller is someone who had his big breakout role on an HBO show at the age of, like, 47 or something. And so it's his memoir of growing up as a closeted gay kid in Texas, in the church, and then moving to New York and pursuing acting and all that. It's hilarious. It's really moving. It made me teary several times. He is a beautiful writer, and it just makes you realize the potential of this life stage. And one of his frequent refrains in the book, and it's a quote from Bridget Everett, is Dreams Don't have Deadlines, and realizing what potential there is in the second half of our lives, or however you want to define it. Oh my gosh, I loved it so much. There's also a great, great interview with Jeff on Sam Sanders podcast that I'll link to as well. That's just like a great entry point, and it will definitely make you want to go listen to the whole book.MaraI love it.I will briefly say one thing I've been thinking about during this whole conversation is a piece by the amazing Anne Helen Petersen who writes Culture Study, which is one of my favorites of course, in addition to Burnt Toast. She wrote a piece about going through the portal. That was what she calls it. And she writes about how she's talking with her mom, I think, who says, “Oh, you're starting to portal!” to Anne. And I just love it.What she's getting at is this sort of surge of creativity and self confidence and self actualization that happens in midlife for women in particular. And I just love that image. Whenever I think of doing something that would have scared me a few years ago, or acting confident, appropriately confident in situations. I'm like, I'm going into the portal. I just, I love it, it's so powerful, and I think about it all the time.VirginiaWell, thank you so much for doing this. This was really wonderful. Tell folks where they can find you and how we can support your work.MaraThank you so much, Virginia. I'm such a fan of your work. It has been so meaningful, meaningful to me, both personally and professionally. So it's such an honor to be here again. You can find me on Substack. I write Your Doctor Friend by Mara Gordon . And I'm on Instagram at Mara Gordon MD, too. And you can find a lot of my writing on NPR as well. And I'm writing a book called, tentatively, How to Take Up Space, and it's about body shame and health care and the pursuit of health and wellness. So lots of issues like we touched on today, and hopefully that will be coming into the world in a couple of years. But yeah, thanks so much for having me, Virginia.The Burnt Toast Podcast is produced and hosted by Virginia Sole-Smith (follow me on Instagram) and Corinne Fay, who runs @SellTradePlus, and Big Undies.The Burnt Toast logo is by Deanna Lowe.Our theme music is by Farideh.Tommy Harron is our audio engineer.Thanks for listening and for supporting anti-diet, body liberation journalism! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit virginiasolesmith.substack.com/subscribe

When your stress is off the charts, the last thing you need is vague advice and zero follow-through. What you do need? Tools that actually work—with the science to back them.In this episode of Alive & Well, we're unpacking four body-based techniques that regulate your nervous system in real time. These are somatic tools, rooted in neuroscience, that help you shift out of chronic stress—without needing to book a retreat or download another meditation app you'll never open.We'll start with the why—what happens in your brain and body when you're stuck in stress mode—and then I'll walk you through four simple, powerful techniques to bring your system back to safety.You'll learn: 

Scooping the cream and bone health!

Welcome to episode 64 of Rapaport's Reality! Starring Kebe & Michael Rapaport. This is the reality television podcast that the whole reality world has been waiting for. The Rapaport's are here to discuss: Being a T-Shirt lover Brad Pitt Sustaining a great day Health & beauty segment Weighted vests Goatee or Notee? We love you Mary Lou Bring Joe Home Real Housewives of Atlanta Reunion Goes Big Real Housewives of Miami renewed Denise Richards & Her Wild Things cancelled Finishing America's Sweethearts OG Real Housewives of OC Essence This episode is not to be missed! An iHeartPodcasts Show Stand Up Comedy Tickets on sale at: MichaelRapaportComedy.com Produced by DBPodcasts.com Follow @dbpodcasts, @rapaportsreality, @michaelrapaport on Instagram & X Subscribe to Rapaport's Reality Feeds: iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-rapaports-reality-with-keb-171162927/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaport/id1744160673 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a9ArixCtWRhfpfo1Tz7MR Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaport/PC:1001087456 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a776919e-ad8c-4b4b-90c6-f28e41fe1d40/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, Dr. Sarah Court, PT, delves into the trend of walking with weighted vests to improve bone density, especially among perimenopausal and menopausal women.She reviews multiple long-term and short-term studies on the subject, comparing the effectiveness of weighted vests in bone metabolism, bone mineral density, and balance improvement. Sarah argues that while weighted vests do not significantly impact bone density for most people, they could be beneficial for balance and cardiovascular endurance, especially for the deconditioned or frail. She also discusses the importance of proper exercise regimens like progressive overload and impact training for bone growth. The episode concludes with practical advice on when a weighted vest might be suitable.00:43 The Weighted Vest Trend in Menopause Marketing02:38 Debunking the Myths: Evidence on Weighted Vests06:10 Research Study: Long-term Exercise with Weighted Vests13:08 Research Study: Walking Exercise with and without Weighted Vests17:48 Research Study: Short-term Aerobic Exercise with Weighted Vests23:45 Conclusion: The Real Benefits of Weighted Vests28:51 Final ThoughtsSign up for our Bone Density Mini Course: Barbell 101!Follow us on Instagram @movementlogictutorialsReferences:37 Plyometrics - Get More Bang For Your Bones38 Got Bones? Yoga Asana Isn't Enough51 Persistent Myths About Osteoporosis53 Your Bones Are Bored84 Trick or Truth: 6 Ways to Spot Osteoporosis Misinformation91 LIFTMOR, Not Less: An Interview With Professor Belinda Beck96 Bone Density Grifters: Introducing the Grift-O-Meter!Instagram post #1Instagram post #2Long-term Exercise Using Weighted Vests Prevents Hip Bone Loss in Postmenopausal WomenWeighted Vest Exercise Improves Indices of Fall Risk in Older WomenA Comparison between the Effects of the Walking Exercise with and without Weighted Vests on Bone Resorption and Health-Related Physical Fitness in the Working WomenEffects of short-term aerobic exercise with and without external loading on bone metabolism and balance in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis

This week on Heart Doc VIP, Dr. Kahn revisits the powerful role exercise plays in overall health and its ability to extend your “healthspan”—the years you live free from chronic disease. He puts a unique spin on the topic by exploring two recent studies on the benefits of wearing weighted vests, both during workouts and throughout the day, for supporting weight loss maintenance. Shorter topics this week include the link between excess weight and postmenopausal breast cancer risk, as well as the often absent warning signs before a first heart attack.  Special thanks to igennus.com for supporting the show. Use discount code DrKahn to save on your next order.

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast!In this Q&A episode, I answer three questions: HRV, Weighted Vests, The Importance of Stress ResilienceFirst, I break down HRV in real terms: what it is, why it matters, and how it should actually guide your decisions. Then I share my honest take on using weighted vests and wrap up with a powerful lesson from a client who's crushing her fat loss phase without being perfect. Her story shows how building stress resilience helps you stop spiraling and finally make lasting progress.If you've ever felt like your fat loss stalls after one “off” meal or your body freaks out under pressure, this episode is for you!Let's talk about:IntroductionHRV & What it really meansWeighted VestsImportance of Stress ResilienceFollow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HEREBody Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERENutrition Periodization Masterclass: HEREHow You Can Work With Me?: HERECoaching application: HEREBody Recomp Checklist 2.0: HERE

Weighted vests are having a major moment - especially in the wellness world for women over 40. But are they really worth the hype? In this episode, I take you behind the headlines and into the science to answer the question: Can wearing a weighted vest actually improve bone density and strength? I dive into recent research, share my personal experience testing one out, and offer practical tips if you're curious about adding a weighted vest to your routine. As always, we approach this with curiosity, compassion, and clarity because not everything trending on Instagram is backed by evidence (or even feels good for your body!). What You'll Learn in This Episode: What the latest research says about weighted vests and bone density Whether walking with a vest is as beneficial as it seems The pros and cons of adding weight to your walk or workout How posture, core strength, and alignment factor into safe use Personal tips for getting started if you choose to try one Episode Highlights: Three key studies on weighted vests and midlife women's strength, balance, and bone health The (limited) evidence on whether walking with a vest impacts bone density Why enjoyment, posture, and core strength matter before strapping one on Robin's personal experience testing a 12-lb vest—and how it felt in her body Questions to ask before adding a vest to your routine Resources and Links: Join the Lindywell community: www.lindywell.com Follow us on Instagram for daily inspiration: @wearelindywell Blog post on weighted vests with links! Let's Connect: Visit www.lindywell.com for free resources and more episodes. Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! If you found this episode helpful, leave a review and share it with a friend!  

Key Links:  Read Danielle Friedman's New York Times column: “Weighted Vests: Do They Actually Do Anything?” HERE  Listen to Ep 158 “On Muscle” with Bonnie Tsui HERE  Hi everyone. I'm Barbara and this is AGE BETTER.  In this episode, I'm joined by returning guest Danielle Friedman, best-selling author, award-winning journalist and New York Times columnist, to unpack one of the latest midlife fitness trends: weighted vests.  Are they truly a secret weapon for stronger bones and muscles—or just another overhyped wellness gimmick?  Danielle shares what she learned after interviewing leading experts in bone and muscle health for her latest New York Times column. Together, we explore:  What the science really says about weighted vests and bone density  Whether vests actually help build muscle strength or endurance  The potential risks of using them, especially for women 50+  How to choose and use one safely if you're curious to try  Whether you're already a fan or wondering if it's worth the investment, this 20-minute conversation will give you the clarity you need.  LEARN MORE ABOUT AGE BETTER PODCAST     Age Better podcast delves into a diverse range of topics, including finance, work, health, fitness, style, makeup, hair, nutrition, travel, relationships, sex, menopause and more. Each week, I'll bring you the latest insights, expert opinions, and actionable advice.    SHARE YOUR IDEAS AND QUESTIONS   Your questions have spurred many episodes, so please keep them coming! Share your ideas for topics and guest suggestions at agebetterpodcast@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down two of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness and nutrition world right now: weighted vests and insulin. We unpack the hype around weighted vests, exploring what the research actually says and where people may be putting themselves at risk. Then we shift into one of the most fear-mongered topics in health—insulin—and clarify what it is, how it works, and why it's not your enemy.Whether you're deep in the wellness world or just trying to make sense of all the noise, this episode will give you practical, science-based insights you can actually use.We talk about:-What people get wrong about weighted vests-The real risks and benefits backed by science-Common insulin myths and why fear-based advice spreads-How keto and fasting affect insulin and metabolism-Why "good food vs. bad food" thinking holds you back-The danger of overcomplicating nutrition-Building restraint and making realistic progressTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction4:13 looking for the easy solution8:40 the gap between the goal and your actions13:10 injuries with weighted vests16:06 fear mongering insulin21:00 lack of knowledge surrounding nutrition24:50 benefits of fasting30:29 fasting as an excuse36:03 cell autophagy explained38:07 fasting for longevity40:55 food labels46:05 all or nothing mentalityCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down two of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness and nutrition world right now: weighted vests and insulin. We unpack the hype around weighted vests, exploring what the research actually says and where people may be putting themselves at risk. Then we shift into one of the most fear-mongered topics in health—insulin—and clarify what it is, how it works, and why it's not your enemy.Whether you're deep in the wellness world or just trying to make sense of all the noise, this episode will give you practical, science-based insights you can actually use.We talk about:-What people get wrong about weighted vests-The real risks and benefits backed by science-Common insulin myths and why fear-based advice spreads-How keto and fasting affect insulin and metabolism-Why "good food vs. bad food" thinking holds you back-The danger of overcomplicating nutrition-Building restraint and making realistic progressTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction4:13 looking for the easy solution8:40 the gap between the goal and your actions13:10 injuries with weighted vests16:06 fear mongering insulin21:00 lack of knowledge surrounding nutrition24:50 benefits of fasting30:29 fasting as an excuse36:03 cell autophagy explained38:07 fasting for longevity40:55 food labels46:05 all or nothing mentalityCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1

Key action is crucial for developing proper piano technique and musical phrasing. Discover how weighted keys on digital pianos provide authentic resistance and feel similar to acoustic pianos, enhancing dynamic control and expressiveness in performance. Learn more at https://www.samash.com/pianos-keyboards Sam Ash City: Hicksville Address: 278 Duffy Ave Website: https://www.samash.com/

Dr. Emily Splichal, who first joined me for this episode on how to get stronger feet and then this episode on how to get rid of your bunions, is a renowned functional podiatrist, human movement specialist, and global leader in barefoot science and movement longevity. With over two decades of experience in sports medicine, movement therapy, and neuroscience, she has revolutionized the understanding of foot function, sensory stimulation, and neuroplasticity in optimizing human movement.The book offers practical strategies to reconnect with the body’s sensory intelligence, integrating ancestral wisdom with cutting-edge research to optimize movement patterns and enhance neuroplasticity. Aimed at athletes, therapists, and anyone seeking to move better, Sensory Sapiens provides a transformative blueprint for harnessing the nervous system’s power to achieve pain-free, efficient movement and longevity. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/sensory Episode Sponsors: Fatty15: Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels and help you live healthier, longer. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/BEN and using code BEN at checkout. Quantum Upgrade: Recent research has revealed that the Quantum Upgrade was able to increase ATP production by a jaw-dropping 20–25% in human cells. Unlock a 15-day free trial with the code BEN15 at quantumupgrade.io. Ketone-IQ: Ketones are a uniquely powerful macronutrient that can cross the blood-brain barrier and increase brain energy and efficiency. With a daily dose of Ketone-IQ, you'll notice a radical boost in focus, endurance, and performance. Save 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ at Ketone.com/BENG. LVLUP Health: I trust and recommend LVLUP Health for your peptide needs as they third-party test every single batch of their peptides to ensure you’re getting exactly what you pay for and the results you’re after! Head over to lvluphealth.com/BGL and use code BEN15 for a special discount on their game-changing range of products. Organifi Sunrise: Organifi’s Sunrise Kit includes their signature Green, Red, and Gold Juice blends. Get free shipping and 20% off your order of the Sunrise to Sunset Kit by going to organifi.com/ben.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Story at-a-glance Dead hangs rebuild your tendons and ligaments faster than most workouts, helping prevent injury and improving joint stability with minimal time and equipment Starting with simple bodyweight hangs trains your nervous system to engage stabilizer muscles that improve posture, grip strength and shoulder control Thick bar grips and towel wraps activate more muscles without adding weight, making your hands stronger while reducing the risk of pain or skin tears Weighted dead hangs offer powerful tendon remodeling but should only be added after you can safely hang for 60 to 90 seconds with correct form Practicing short, consistent hangs throughout the day builds full-body strength and resilience without burnout, especially when combined with wrist and grip-specific movements

Weighted or unweighted, that is the question! Plus, does your GPA transfer from high school to college? What about community college to university? Answers to these questions, and more, in today's episode! Let's get it!

Have you ever put weights on a walker? We're guessing you have! Likely ankle weights…Did you find those ankle weights slide around and didn't stay where you wanted? Well there is an actual product designed by a PT/OT duo that makes weighting ANY assistive device easier and more precise. Physical therapist Nicole Fellows, MS, PT, DPT and occupational therapist Sarah Ali, MS, OTR/L, CSRS, AIB-VRT/CON share their story of developing FALI Rehab, a company that offers adjustable weighted attachments that can be easily added to walkers, canes, and other assistive devices. Sarah and Nicole share how the idea came to fruition, what the process has been like, who benefits from the weights, why you might want to try them and where to learn more info. The weights range from 1-3 pounds and can be customized to individual needs, designed to improve proprioception and stability for users with conditions like Parkinson's, stroke, and ataxia. The product helps users feel more confident and stable while walking and can be used in clinical settings and at home. Their product addresses multiple challenges by providing immediate feedback to the nervous system, allowing users to continue using their preferred assistive device, and offering an affordable alternative to purchasing multiple specialized walkers. Currently, FALI Rehab is working on an improved design that will make attachment even easier, with plans to launch that version in late July/early August. Therapists and individuals interested in improving mobility can learn more at www.falirehab.com. IG is @falirehab  Linked in: FALI Rehab Equipment, LLC

Welcome to the 8020 Baseball Podcast, where Coach Bo shares a direct path to becoming a great youth baseball coach by combining his 20+ years of coaching experience with his 20+ years of teaching experience, while also drawing on his experiences playing professional baseball and at the collegiate level. A deep level of baseball knowledge, combined with universal strategies such as the 80/20 Principle, gives this podcast a uniquely advanced approach to mastering all the key parts of coaching baseball.The podcast combines solo episodes with high-quality interviews featuring individuals who share specific, actionable strategies for youth baseball coaches. New episode every Tuesday!Head over to 8020BASEBALL.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get the newly launched COACHING PLAN and the free 21-page Drill Design Guide PDF.The best ways to support the podcast are to share it with a friend and leave a review. Thank you.

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With all the fitness trends taking over our timelines it's hard to know which one is right for you. Let's break down what's trending right now. Is it right for us? How do we feel about creatine? Weighted walking vests? Do these trends really impact our fitness journey? Let's talk about it.A highly reviewed walking vest. (Amazon Best-Seller)Got something you want to say about this episode? Send me a text!Support the showAre you getting our newsletter? Join the TVF Sisterhood by subscribing to our monthly newsletter. You'll get the same positive vibes, recipes and workout tips you love from the podcast delivered right into your inbox. You can subscribe here.Ready for change? You can develop healthy habits and make your fitness journey your new lifestyle with the TVF app. Receive coaching, motivation, track nutrition and workouts and get access to monthly challenges for $25/month. Join the app community here.IG: @TiaVFitnesswww.tiavfitness.comSalad Fund - $TiaVFitness

Kicking off with World Sea Turtle Day, Erin shares her Puerto Rico protest adventure, joining locals to save sea turtle eggs from a beachfront pool plan. Erin's new “dense bones, dense brain” fitness series features weighted vest walks to boost bone density, alongside a strength training routine (lower body, core, upper body, HIIT, yoga). Erin forgets their daughter's field trip shirt and learns their son has an unannounced birthday party to attend. A near disaster unfolds when their 15 foot sailboat, crashes off its trailer. Dan and Mike nearly burn down a shore house cooking.Sports talk dives into the Enhanced Games (May 21-24, 2026, Las Vegas), an Olympic style event allowing “safe” doping like testosterone, with $500K prizes and $1M for breaking non-doped world records in swimming, track, or weightlifting. The NFL's tush push drama sees most teams vote to ban the Eagles' signature play. A viral hurdler's gymnast trained tumble wins a race, staying in her lane. Gianna Mari, a Long Island high school senior, dominates race walking, winning two national mile titles. Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen's lost and Erin is obsessed with the video. A Crumbl Cookie franchise owner in bullies a lash business owner over $1,000 in gift cards meant to cross-promote, threatening lawsuits despite prior approval. An influencer who called NYC creators boring loses her job at a luxury brand. CNN reports arsenic in store bought rice. A French bulldog named Dale surfs in the live action Lilo & Stitch after answering an Instagram ad.

In this episode, we break down how to calculate WACC, one of the most common technical questions in finance interviews. You'll learn what each component means, from the cost of equity to the after-tax cost of debt. We explain how to determine the right capital structure weights and why WACC is critical in valuation. Using a real JPMorgan HireVue example, we show you how to answer clearly and confidently. Want help securing an offer from a top tier firm on Wall Street? Apply here: wallstmastermind.com/applyutm_source=podcastep363

Skip Spence's life started in Windsor, but he became a poster boy for the 1960s, playing with groups like Jefferson Airplane and Moby Grape. His time in the spotlight lasted only three years, but he left a lasting impression on rock and roll. Cam Cobb is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Windsor and a rock journalist. Cobb's writing has appeared in such magazines as Record Collector, Shindig!, and Ugly Things. His liner notes for Skip Spence's single, "Rock & Roll Band," accompanied the release in 2019. Cobb co-directed Buskin' in the Subway for the Windsor International Film Festival, and he coproduced O(A)R, a short documentary on Skip Spence. His books include What's Big And Purple And Lives In The Ocean?: The Moby Grape Story, and Weighted Down: The Complicated Life of Skip Spence.New Rolling Stone Record Guide 2nd ed. 1983. Is cited. More information on the book here. 

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Matty Pickles was completely in his element hosting Major League Pickleball's Austin event. From data visualizations all the way to the broadcast booth, Matty had the event on lock. We get the inside scoop on how the Texas Ranchers transformed the Pickle Ranch into a pickleball paradise. Armaan Bhatia picked up his first APP gold on the grand stage of the Billie Jean King Tennis Center. He joins the pod to recap an epic singles final against Alex Crum. Our guy, Erik Tice gives his major takeaways from the weekend and breaks down how strength of schedule is influencing the standings. Dial in your recovery, energy, and focus with Superpower. Get started at https://superpower.com/start/dink Performance, comfort, and style in one effortless collection. Save 20% on apparel from MUEV with code THEDINK at https://muevbrand.com/collections/new-arrivals-2 Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Matty Pickles 0:00 Matty Pickles first MLP event 4:55 Tell us about the charts 8:42 Weighted season schedules 10:08 A good weekend for the haters 13:27 Zane's undefeated weekend 15:38 Blind rankings Erik Tice 19:21 Tice was a surprise guest in Austin 21:52 Takeaways from the weekend 24:28 The Oncins X factor 26:50 Yes, Chef Chant 28:25 Strength of schedule advantage 33:00 What are we doing at the Challenger Level? 37:30 APP NYC recap 41:28 Breaking News - Grayson Goldin on PPA 47:02 Life Time ball not USAP approved 49:30 Sponsorship offers and engagement 51:09 OnlyFans pickleball show 53:03 Changing the MLP Rulebook Armaan Bhatia 57:11 Live from Mumbai - Armaan Bhatia 1:00:15 Unreal 27-25 game score to win gold 1:03:07 Is a contract on the way? 1:04:38 Listener Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Re-upload of the podcast due to a mix up in the audio content 0:00- Intro1:00- Fasting10:00- Dropping calories for naturals dieting16:00- Weighted vests18:00- Dieting leaner than last time33:00- Adapting to fasting36:00- Geoffrey's current diet40:00- Unrealistic expectations for naturals44:00- Can we adjust our settling point to make gains at lower body fat levels46:30- How to assess one's knowledge 

Ready for a little bit of everything? In this episode, Mindy and Cheryl are back with exciting updates (spoiler: Strong Nation is adding weights!) and a dive into some hot-button topics.Weighted vests - are they a must have? Social media dangers to consider. Calorie Deficits, Counting Macros- which is best? And oh, we've started a new club…because sometimes, we just don't care (and neither should you!).Join us for real talk, a few laughs, and takeaways you can actually use—we promise, it's worth it!Mindy's Skin Care influencer purchase: http://povbeauty.com/We are so glad you are here. Want to stay in touch?Follow us on social media: Sweat and Laughter podcast - @sweat.and.laughter.podcast Mindy - @strongover40_dietitian Cheryl - @training.with.cheryl Mindy & Cheryl - @mcfitadventures Email us: mcfitadventures@gmail.com Thank you so much for listening to Sweat & Laughter. M & C

Hey Family Brand—it's Melissa here, and this episode is just for the girls. Inspired by that old Martina McBride song (yes, I looked it up—2003!), I wanted to sit down and have a really honest chat about womanhood. From postpartum recovery to hormones, breast implants, Hashimoto's, perimenopause, and trying to figure out what wellness even means in your 40s—this is the episode I wish I had heard years ago. And honestly? I hope it's one Ivy listens to one day when she's grown. Because we don't talk about this stuff enough. I take you all the way back to my post-baby journey—five kids in 10 years, either pregnant or nursing—and what that did to my body. I share what it looked like to start exploring functional medicine, get my hormones checked, and find out I had Hashimoto's (surprise!). I've been learning how to support my body ever since—less guessing, more intention. And yep… I talk about my decision to get a breast augmentation after baby number five. The good, the not-so-great, and the wild hospital story that followed (spoiler alert: not my favorite memory). I also talk about how much your environment and the people around you influence how you feel about your body—and why I might have made a different choice if I were living somewhere else at the time. Now at 40, I'm experimenting again. Weighted vests, walking, lifting heavy, gut health, and tracking my cycle—all things I'm learning about to support this season of life. I want to be strong. I want to be healthy. I want to be that 81-year-old hiking in Hawaii and wrestling grandkids on the beach. And I know that future starts now. This isn't a how-to or a prescription. It's just my story. But if you're on your own health journey—and wondering if you're doing it “right”—I hope this reminds you that you're not alone. You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to keep showing up. LINKS: All Links Family Brand!  stan.store/familybrand   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:00 – This one's for the girls: aging, health, and real talk 3:00 – Postpartum recovery and learning to give your body grace 6:00 – Discovering Hashimoto's and changing how I approach wellness 10:00 – What I wish I knew before getting a breast augmentation 14:00 – The hospital scare that made me question everything 20:00 – How your social circle impacts body image and decisions 22:00 – Current health practices: weight lifting, sauna, and cycle syncing 27:00 – Period products, hormone changes, and healing my gut 30:00 – Meeting the 81-year-old man who gave me a vision for the future 33:00 – You get to choose your wellness journey—start now

In this episode, I'm going to be talking all about whether women over 40 should be using a weighted vest. These fitness accessories are all the rage right now, with claims that they can help build muscle and bone, as well as burn a ton of calories. But are these benefits real, and more importantly, are they worth it for the 40+ woman? I'll dive into the facts, separate fiction from reality, and provide practical guidance on how to incorporate weighted vests into your fitness routine in a safe and effective way. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced exerciser, you won't want to miss my tips on choosing the right vest and progressing your workouts over time. Join me as we unlock the full potential of weighted vests for women over 40 and take your fitness to new heights.FIT40 LINKS:The Weighted Vest I Use: https://a.co/d/5EHtyHeToned In 20 Workouts: https://fit40-online-coaching.kit.com/1f640492ffBook Your Free Nutrition Assessment: https://calendly.com/coachfitzz/assessmentFIT40 Coaching Info & Application: https://fit40coaching.my.canva.site/applicationFIT40 Family Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fit40familyAFFILIATE LINKS:Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8eCONNECT WITH ME ONLINEFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmonsInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com

In this episode of Lisa's Corner, Lisa explores how adding simple tools like weighted vests or ankle weights can help boost your calorie burn—not just during workouts, but also while walking or doing everyday chores. Tune in to learn how a little extra weight can go a long way in supporting your weight loss and fitness goals!

Matt delves into the science of weighted blankets for sleep improvement in this week's episode. These heavy covers (10-40 lbs) utilize Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS), a concept originating from Dr. Temple Grandin's 1960s work. DPS is theorized to shift the nervous system from "fight-or-flight" to a calmer parasympathetic state by potentially increasing serotonin and activating brain regions involved in emotional regulation, like the insular cortex, thereby fostering a state conducive to sleep.Matt describes research whose highlights include a 2020 study where 42% of insomnia patients achieved remission with weighted blankets, and a 2021 study that showed healthy adults experienced increased deep sleep and less restlessness. Benefits are also noted for children with ADHD. Proposed mechanisms extend to reduced awakenings and anxiety. While studies show promise for specific groups, larger, objective trials are still needed. Weighted blankets (around 10% body weight) are best viewed as a potential aid alongside good sleep hygiene.Please note that Matt is not a medical doctor, and none of the content in this podcast should be considered medical advice in any way, shape, or form, nor prescriptive in any way.One of our sponsors this week is the biochemical electrolyte drink company LMNT, and they are very kindly offering eight free sample packs when you purchase any one of their orders at drinklmnt.com/mattwalker. LMNT is an electrolyte sports drink that I can get behind - it's created from the basis of science, and it has no sugar, no coloring, and no artificial ingredients – all qualities that are so important to maintaining your blood biochemical balance. If you want to give LMNT a try, just head on over to drinklmnt.com/mattwalker and get your eight free samples with your first purchase. Matt will be the first to tell you that launching his sleep-related merchandise sales was incredibly smooth, thanks to our new sponsor Shopify and their integrated sales and inventory system. And now, just for you,  Shopify is generously offering an exclusive trial at shopify.com/mattwalker. Whether it's online or in-person sales, Shopify simplifies it all. So, be sure to stop in at shopify.com/mattwalker to start your exclusive journey now!Having personally used and purchased AG1 for over four years, Matt encourages you to try the new AG1 Next Gen formula with upgraded probiotics plus additional vitamins and minerals. Backed by 4 human clinical trials demonstrating a boost in healthy gut bacteria, AG1 continuously adapts to the latest science. Subscribe today and receive a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 welcome kit, and 5 upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. Visit drinkag1.com/mattwalker to learn more and get started on your health journey.As always, if you have thoughts or feedback you'd like to share, please reach out to Matt on Instagram.Matt: Instagram @drmattwalker or on X @sleepdiplomat

Join us on the Third Wheel podcast as we dive into a lively discussion about everything from Mother's Day surprises to the benefits of weighted vests! The hosts share personal stories, including an unforgettable Mother's Day and the positive impact of fitness routines. Get ready for next week's highly-anticipated episode all about menopause and perimenopause! Make sure to leave your reviews and stay tuned for more engaging conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ever sold your dog for a fat check and got a standing ovation for it? That's how Aaron Spivak describes selling the company he built from scratch into a $50M powerhouse. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Matt and Luigi sit down with Aaron, the DJ-turned-juice-slinger-turned-weighted-blanket-mogul, to unpack how grit, delusion, and one viral Kickstarter helped him build Hush, one of the top DTC brands in Canada.  He dives into the real emotional cost of selling a business, why customer conversations are his secret weapon, and how Founders Club is helping entrepreneurs get real support.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: The stroke that changed everything…and how a side hustle became a lifeline Why Aaron still DJed after hitting $25M in revenue The secret power of calling every single customer (yes, really) How to turn a blanket into a movement (and a $50M exit) What Dragon's Den taught him about performance, not pitching The real emotional chaos of selling your “business baby” Why Founders Club isn't another BS mastermind — and who it's really for Who is Aaron?Aaron Spivak is a serial entrepreneur who co-founded Revita, Hush Blankets, and most recently Founders Club,  a global community for high-growth founders. From DJing bar mitzvahs to delivering mattresses in his Audi, Aaron's story is anything but typical. Favorite Quote:"When I sold my business, it felt like someone bought my dog and the whole world clapped." Take Action:Tune in to hear why hard work beats hype — and what's next for the guy who refuses to slow down. Connect with Aaron: Instagram (The Founders Club): @thefoundersclub Website: https://www.aspivak.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-spivak1/   Like what you heard? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

Weighted vests are everywhere—from viral TikToks to major headlines in the New York Times. But are they just a trend, or actually worth adding to your routine? In this episode, Tara breaks down the hype and the science behind weighted vests, and answers the most common questions she's getting from clients and followers. From improving strength and posture to supporting bone density and balance—this episode explores how wearing a weighted vest can help real women at all stages of life, especially through perimenopause and menopause. In this episode: What a weighted vest is and how to pick the right one Why it's not just for hardcore athletes How much weight to start with (hint: it's probably less than you think) Real-life ways to use it safely—at home, on walks, or even doing pushups The difference between weighted vests and ankle/wrist weights Who should check with a doctor before using one Let's connect and keep the conversation going!   The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e   Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet   Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness   Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Have a question? Click here. In this episode, we explore the growing trend of weighted vests, especially among women in perimenopause and beyond. I noticed several women in my neighborhood wearing these vests during their morning walks, which prompted me to research their benefits, proper usage, and whether they might be right for you. Key Points Discussed:Benefits of Weighted Vests When to Wear a Weighted Vest How to Start Using a Weighted Vest Who Should NOT Use Weighted Vests (Contraindications) Walking Form When Using a Weighted Vest What to Look for When Purchasing Research Used in Today's EpisodeThe effect of a weighted vest on perceived health status and bone density in older persons(Quality of Life)How To Use A Weighted Vest For Osteoporosis And Overall Bone Health, According To ExpertsLong-term exercise using weighted vests prevents hip bone loss in postmenopausal womenI have a family history of Alzheimer's disease. I wanted to understand my own riskResearch: Weighted Vest for Osteoporosis?Hyperwear Weighted VestsGraced Health Episodes Mentioned:Can I use weights while walking?Join The Stronger Collective Nourished Notes Newsletter Core Essentials: Episode 1 2 3 430+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.comJoin the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnellLeave a one-time tip of $5

In this Q&A episode, we're answering your top questions on training efficiency, performance, and smart muscle-building strategies. Whether you're short on time, looking to optimize your workouts, or trying to understand key training principles, this episode delivers clear, actionable insights without the fluff. We cover: ✔️ The real benefits of using a weighted vest—for fat loss, endurance, and strength ✔️ When to add HIIT if you're only lifting 3–4 times a week—and whether doing it post-lift is just as effective as separate cardio days ✔️ The difference between progressive overload and hypertrophy—and how both play a role in long-term muscle growth and strength gains If you're serious about training smart and getting the most out of your time in the gym, this episode will help you level up your approach with confidence. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching SDE Method app: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Timestamps: 00:00 The Challenge of Morning Routines 02:56 Finding Sustainable Habits 06:02 Navigating Workout Programs 08:49 Understanding Fat Loss and Muscle Gain 11:55 Transitioning to a New Gym Environment 15:45 Balancing Parenting and Fitness 18:54 Integrating HIIT with Strength Training 21:06 Practical Applications of Science in Fitness 22:37 Understanding HIIT and Zone Training 24:38 Training for Race Day: Balancing Endurance and Speed 25:26 Adapting Training Programs for Individual Needs 26:27 Listening to Your Body: The Importance of Recovery 29:01 Navigating Digestive Health and Nutrition 30:44 Exploring Natural Approaches to Health Issues 35:31 Evaluating the Need for Supplements 42:32 The Role of Weighted Vests in Training 44:59 Maintaining Health During Pregnancy 45:28 Navigating Pregnancy and Nutrition 47:50 Managing Cortisol Levels and Morning Routines 53:08 Discussing Body Image and Food Choices with Children 01:00:12 Embracing Stretch Marks and Body Changes 01:06:22 Fitness and Politics: A Discussion on Controversy

Podcast: Toe the Rubber May 1, 2025 Return to Synchronicity McClintock and Jung Barbara McClintock: American scientist and pioneering cytogeneticist who made groundbreaking discoveries in genetics. She is best known for discovering "jumping genes" or transposable elements— segments of DNA that can move within a genome. Her work showed that genes are not fixed in place and can regulate each other, which was revolutionary at the time. "If you know you are on the right track, if you have this inner knowledge, then nobody can turn you off... no matter what they say.” "There's no such thing as a central dogma into which everything will fit. Life is too complicated for that.” Carl Jung: “Synchronicity is an ever-present reality for those who have eyes to see.” “The connecting principle appears to reside in the dynamics of the collective unconscious.” Current trend in Gadgets: A short list of physical products: Cross Symmetry bands/tubing Jaeger bands Towell drills - derivatives Weighted baseballs Baseball Derivatives of the pitch grips and different pitches Long Toss A list of technology products (arm or pitch centric): 1. Pitch Tracking & Data Analysis These tools capture detailed data about each pitch—velocity, spin, axis, movement, release point, and more. ▸ Rapsodo Pitching 2.0 • Tracks velocity, spin rate, spin axis, vertical/horizontal break, release point, and more. • Provides 3D pitch visuals and real-time feedback. • Used by MLB and amateur programs for pitch design. ▸ TrackMan Baseball • Radar-based system that provides precise pitch movement, release metrics, and ball flight data. • Also integrates with video. • The gold standard in pro baseball. ▸ FlightScope Strike • Radar-based pitch tracking tool for velocity, trajectory, and location analysis. • Useful for bullpen sessions and live at-bats. 2. Biomechanical Motion Capture (arm centric) These tools evaluate the pitcher's mechanics to improve efficiency and reduce injury risk. ▸ PULSE by Driveline (Wearable Sensor) • Arm sensor that measures arm stress, workload, arm speed, and mechanics in real time. • Tracks acute/chronic workload for injury prevention. 3. Pitch Command & Location Tools These technologies help pitchers work on targeting specific zones and improving strike consistency. ▸ Rapsodo with Strike Zone Overlay • Provides video overlay with a digital strike zone to help with pitch command sessions. ▸ ProBatter PX3 • Simulates live hitters with a screen/projector; allows pitch repetition in realistic game scenarios. ▸ Command Trainer / Target Trainers (w/ smart tech) • Devices like the SmartMitt or F5 Smart Catcher track where the pitch lands and give immediate command feedback. 5. Smart Baseballs Embedded tech inside the ball itself to measure performance. ▸ Diamond Kinetics SmartBall • Tracks velocity, spin rate, spin direction, release point, and movement. • Pairs with mobile app for feedback. ▸ F5 SmartBall • Professional-grade smart ball that integrates with software for real-time tracking of command and velocity zones. 6. Pitch Design Platforms These combine metrics and visuals to tweak pitch types and grips for optimized tunneling and movement. ▸ Driveline TRAQ • Combines video, biomechanics, pitch data, and training plans into one athlete dashboard. • Allows pitch design with real-time feedback. ▸ Rapsodo + SeamShifted Wake Visualizers • For visualizing seam orientation and pitch deception. 7. Arm Care & Recovery Monitoring Support tools to protect and maintain the pitcher's ability to train at a high level consistently. ▸ Proteus Motion • Measures force, power, and acceleration in key movement patterns to guide strength and recovery programs. ▸ ArmCare.com Sensor & Platform • Tracks strength ratios and fatigue in shoulder muscles. • Customizes strength programs based on live metrics. Biomechanical Motion Capture (kinetic chain centric) 1. High-Speed Video & AI Analysis Tools for visual feedback and mechanical adjustments. ▸ DVS (Delivery Value System) • AI-powered video analysis software that scores a pitcher's delivery using biomechanical markers. • Provides a “DVS Score” with red/yellow/green indicators for key mechanics. ▸ Edgertronic Camera • Ultra high-speed camera (up to 20,000 fps) used to analyze hand/wrist position, pitch release, and ball spin. • Essential for pitch grip and spin efficiency work. ▸ PitchAI • AI-based biomechanics from a phone video. • Provides joint angles, kinematic sequencing, and velocity predictors. ▸ Driveline's Motion Capture Lab (Marker-Based) • Full-body biomechanical analysis with lab-grade sensors and software. • Measures joint kinematics, sequencing, and timing. Proximal-to-Distal Sequencing in Pitching: A Coaching Manual for Youth Development Understanding the Proximal-to-Distal Movement Pattern In pitching, the proximal-to-distal movement pattern refers to the sequential activation and movement of body segments, starting from the body's center (proximal segments) and progressing outward to the extremities (distal segments). This sequence is crucial for generating maximum velocity and reducing injury risk. The kinetic chain in pitching typically follows this order: pelvis → trunk → shoulder → arm → forearm → hand. Each segment builds upon the momentum of the previous one, culminating in efficient energy transfer to the baseball. (Biomechanics Research Aims to Improve Sports Performance, The Association of Baseball Pitch Delivery and Kinematic Sequence ...) Sequencing Order and Its Importance The ideal pitching sequence involves: (Kinematic Sequence Important for Preventing Baseball Injuries) 1. Pelvis Rotation: Initiates the kinetic chain, generating rotational energy. 2. Trunk Rotation: Transfers energy from the pelvis to the upper body. 3. Shoulder Rotation: Continues the energy transfer, positioning the arm. 4. Arm Acceleration: Propels the forearm and hand forward. 5. Forearm and Hand Movement: Final acceleration and release of the ball. (Sport Specialization and Overuse Injuries in Adolescent Throwing ..., Comparison of Kinematic Sequences During Curveball and Fastball ...) Proper sequencing ensures that each segment reaches its peak velocity at the right time, optimizing performance and minimizing stress on the body. (Biomechanics Research Aims to Improve Sports Performance) Negative Effects of Overtraining Distal Segments Focusing excessively on training distal segments (arm, forearm, hand) can disrupt the natural kinetic chain, leading to: • Increased Injury Risk: Overemphasis on the arm can cause imbalances and place undue stress on joints and muscles, increasing the likelihood of injuries such as UCL tears. • Neuromuscular Fatigue: Isolated training of distal segments can lead to fatigue and decreased performance due to the lack of support from proximal muscles. • Inefficient Mechanics: Neglecting the development of proximal segments can result in compensatory movements, reducing overall pitching efficiency. Disruption of Motor Engram Sequencing Motor engrams are neural patterns that encode specific movements. Overtraining distal movements can: • Alter Motor Patterns: Focusing on arm path alone can lead to the development of faulty movement patterns, disrupting the natural sequencing of the kinetic chain. • Impair Skill Acquisition: Neglecting full-body mechanics hampers the integration of complex movements, making it harder for pitchers to learn and refine their delivery. • Reduce Adaptability: Ingrained improper patterns limit a pitcher's ability to adjust mechanics in response to game situations or coaching feedback. Age-Specific Considerations Ages 10–12: • Focus: Developing general athleticism and introducing basic pitching mechanics. • Training Emphasis: Body awareness, balance, and coordination exercises. • Avoid: Specialized pitching drills that isolate arm movements. Ages 13–15: • Focus: Refining mechanics and building strength. • Training Emphasis: Core stability, lower body strength, and integrated movement patterns. • Monitor: Growth spurts that may affect coordination and mechanics. Ages 16–18: • Focus: Enhancing performance and preparing for higher-level competition. • Training Emphasis: Advanced strength training, power development, and fine-tuning mechanics. • Caution: Avoid overuse and ensure adequate recovery to prevent injuries. Conclusion A comprehensive understanding of proximal-to-distal sequencing is essential for developing efficient and safe pitching mechanics. Coaches should prioritize full-body training approaches that emphasize the integration of all body segments, ensuring young pitchers build a solid foundation for long-term success.

Anyone curious about running by heart rate—and wondering what the numbers really mean—need to listen to this episode. The host duo answers Jennifer's HR question, plus her query about why the first mile of a run is often the toughest. Then they turn to Sandy's query about weighted vests, with Dimity summing it up best: “If you want to turn a walk into more of a workout, wear a weighted vest.”   Before the first Q+A around 5:30, Sarah shares the workout she's loving these days. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Love our heart rate training programs!     When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Feel the Currex difference: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're diving into a fun little fitness boost that can seriously level up your walks without adding a single minute to your schedule... weighted vests. Listen to the benefits, how to get started, and hear from a seasoned vest wearer about her experience on today's episode.    Deborah Bird @live_well_wth_debbie uses this vest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088NSCPHT/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_6XRK05W9KMT5Q5NPXP39?linkCode=ml1&tag=mamabee0e5-20&th=1   Amy's vest is this one: https://amzn.to/43ZHkbj  ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:  SCHEDULE a discovery call, VOICE MESSAGE me, JOIN my free Facebook community group, and DOWNLOAD my latest freebies at www.linktr.ee/amybryanfasterway EMAIL me at amy@fatlossschool.net    

Are you considering buying one of those weighted vests you see all the menopause influencers wearing these days? Then this episode is for you, because we are going to see if weighted vests really are the secret fitness and bone remodeling weapon they're hyped up to be... or just another overblown trend? I'm breaking down the pros and cons of weighted vests, who might actually benefit, who should steer clear, and how to use them safely if you decide to give it a try. We cover: The pros and cons of using a weighted vest How weighted vests may support bone density and muscle strength Cardiovascular and calorie-burning benefits (and limitations) Important risks for joints, posture, and injuries Special considerations for hip and knee replacements What the science actually says about effectiveness Whether it's worth the money or just trendy hype Tips for safely getting started with a weighted vest   REVERSE OSTEOPOROSIS: https://youtu.be/JRrd52WsmXI?si=aEgnrkHA8zIAldl_ Give thanks to our sponsors: Qualia senolytics and brain supplements. 15% off with code ZORA here.  Try BEAM minerals at 20% off with code ZORA here.http://beamminerals.com/ZORA Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 10% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Get Magnesium Breakthrough by Bioptimizers. 10% discount with code HACKMYAGE at https://bioptimizers.com/hackmyage Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2685556&u=4476154&m=102446&urllink=&afftrack= Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before May 1, 2025 to win a bottle of Accelerated Health iodine and Essential Amino Acids! 10% off with code ZORA at AcceleratedHealth.com   Join the Hack My Age community on: Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   

This week's Addicted to Fitness describes the strength gains wearing a weighted vest can provide. Nick and Shannon explain how a weighted vest can increase the intensity of lower impact exercises like walking and turn bodyweight workouts into legit strength training. They also provide a product review of Shannon's new weighted vest from Henkelion. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Like & Follow the Addicted to Fitness Podcast Facebook page (Facebook.com/addictedtofitnesspodcast). Follow Nick & Elemental Training Tampa on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ElementalTampa) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/ettampa/) to participate in free live workouts. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast and send Nick a DM if you're interested in receiving a customized workout plan or visit shannonjb.com to learn more about Shannon's wellness coaching program.

Check out Marek Health at https://marekhealth.com/syatt and get 10% OFF your first order using code: SYATTIn this episode of The Jordan Syatt Mini-Podcast, I shoot the breeze and answer questions from listeners with my podcast producer, Tony, and we discuss:- The Truth About Weighted Vests- What to Do On Days You Can't Get Your Steps- The Optimal Number of Zone 2 Minutes Per Week- Losing Weight Between Pregnancies- The Enneagram Personality Test- Mobility Training if You're Hypermobile- Isometric Training- Techniques for Strength Training the End-Range of Motion- The Psychology of Pain- Plantar Fasciitis- Unexpected Benefits of Weight Loss- Going to Therapy- And more...Check out my in-person episode with Ben Carpenter on YouTube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiAIz6_WVjADo you have any questions you want us to discuss on the podcast? Give Tony a follow and shoot him a DM on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tone_reverie/ I hope you enjoy this episode and, if you do, please leave a review on iTunes (huge thank you to everyone who has written one so far).Finally, if you've been thinking about joining The Inner Circle but haven't yet... we have hundreds of home and bodyweight workouts for you and you can get them all here: https://www.sfinnercircle.com/

In this episode of The Jordan Syatt Podcast, I sit down with the wonderful Susan Niebergall (@susanniebergallfitness) to discuss everything from menopause during weight loss, to walking with a weighted vest, creatine and brain health, and more.I hope you enjoy the episode. And if you do, please leave a 5-star review on iTunes and Spotify (they really do help a lot).Finally, if you've been thinking about joining The Inner Circle but haven't yet...we have hundreds of home and bodyweight workouts for you and you can get them all here: www.sfinnercircle.com.

Big Al is using his weighted vest wrong, and Part-Time Justin told the sheriff to move! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices