Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, ...
What are the benefits of zone two cardio? Do women need to be doing zone two cardio? If so, how much? Does walking count as zone two cardio? Dr. Shannon breaks down some FAQs about intensity cardio. 0:00: Introduction 1:09: What is zone 2 cardio? 4:34: Zone 2 cardio vs. zone 3 cardio 6:15: Do women need to do zone 2 cardio? 7:39: Zone 2 cardio and body composition 9:23: Does walking count as zone 2 cardio?13:08: Zone 2 cardio recommendations Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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Ask an RD: Are sugar alternatives really "better" than table sugar? With Hope Brandt, RD
In this episode, Hope Brandt, RD, discusses the differences between table sugar and sugar alternatives like monk fruit, Splenda, and other zero-calorie sugars. We discuss the difference between naturally derived and artificial sweeteners and how they affect your body differently. Hope's websiteHope's IG Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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#200: 200TH EPISODE BEST OF: Metabolism
In honor of our 200th podcast episode, I'm doing a series of "best of," where I summarize some of our most popular topics on the show. The episodes about metabolism are some of the most popular. Today, I discuss how we burn calories, how your metabolism changes as you age, and how muscle ACTUALLY influences metabolism. References: Paper 1 Paper 2Paper 3Paper 40:00: Introduction 2:25: The science of how we burn calories 6:42: How our metabolism changes as we age 11:40: How muscle effects metabolism 14:20: Takeaways Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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Ask an RD: Intuitive eating vs. dieting - which is better for my goals? With Miranda Galati, RD
Shannon is joined by Miranda Galati, RD, who describes the difference between intuitive eating and dieting and when you may consider each. Miranda's IG Miranda's TikTokReal Life Nutritionist Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
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#199: The benefits, risks, and uses for GLP1s like Ozempic and Wegovy with McCall McPherson PA-C
McCall McPherson, the founder of Modern Thyroid, is a Physician Assistant and Thyroid + Hormone expert. In today's episode, she explains why she often recommends GLP-1 drugs. She educates that while they can be used for weight loss, their uses extend far beyond weight loss. Modern Thyroid Clinic WebsiteModern Weight Loss WebsiteMcCall's IG 0:00: Introduction 3:40: What are GLP-1s? 5:20: How do GLP-1s affect your brain chemistry? 8:45: Dosing GLP-1s, muscle loss, and exercise 13:08: Who can benefit from GLP-1s? 17:00: Side effects and risks of GLP-1s23:20: Public perception of GLP-1s 25:57: GLP1s and perimenopause 28:38: Other benefits of GLP-1s 33:13: GLP1s and fertility 35:05: Are there long term risks of GLP-1s? 38:53: What to do if you're interested in starting GLP-1s 41:34: Symptoms of inflammation 42:27: McCall's final thoughts Visit portal.evlofitness.com to try a free Evlo Upper Body Build class.
Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, nutrition, mental health, skincare, and more. Join Shannon Ritchey, Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, each Thursday and occasional Fridays for science-based tools to improve your health.
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