It’s that time of year again—spring hits, and suddenly summer is right there, staring you down in your swimsuit. You look in the mirror and think: should I have started something weeks ago?In this episode of Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony break down exactly what to do—and what not to do—when you’re looking for fast results before vacation. Spoiler: crash diets and panic workouts aren't it. If you’re feeling the pressure to fix it quick, this one’s for you.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"Tools mentioned in episode:Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)Timestamps:(05:13) What NOT To Do(22:03) What TO Do
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#166 // Top-5 Reasons to Take Creatine (That Have Nothing to Do with Lifting)
Creatine — it’s not just for gym rats. While it’s one of the most studied and effective supplements for strength and performance, new research suggests it might do a lot more. From heart health and healthy aging to cognitive function and mental health, creatine’s benefits go way beyond muscle. Today on Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony break down what the science actually says and whether it’s something everyone should consider.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"Tools mentioned in episode:Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)Timestamps:(07:48) Depression / Mental Health(15:26) Cognitive Enhancement and Neuroprotection Against Age-Related Cognitive Decline(22:56) Better Aging (27:28) Improved Energy Metabolism for Chronic Fatigue Conditions(32:31) Heart Health
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#165 // Top-5 Methods to Live Longer & Increase Healthspan
In today’s episode, host’s Tony and (mini) Marianna go over the Top-5 data backed ways to increase your lifespan and longevity. The content is geared towards providing practical and research-based strategies to help you live a longer, healthier life, along with covering some of the most trending longevity and health trends to see which one’s are overhyped, and which one’s might be worth paying attention to—like red light therapy, methalyne blue, and others. This episode aims to offer actionable insights that can easily be applied to improve your overall well-being and longevity.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"Tools mentioned in episode:Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)Timestamps:(07:37) Muscle/Strength(15:19) Social Connection(24:00) Walk More(28:30) Alcohol/Cigarettes(35:09) Sleep(44:45) Red Light Therapy(46:49) Red Light Masks(49:44) Methylene Blue(53:29) NAD+/NMN(55:45) Intermittent Fasting
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#164 // 5 Ways To Make Your Diet Suck LESS
Today on Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony are getting in the trenches to talk about something we all know too well—dieting sucks. There’s no sugar-coating it, and there’s definitely no way around the discomfort that comes with a deficit phase. But the goal of this episode is to make it suck less. They’re breaking down real, actionable strategies to help you navigate your diet in a way that actually feels doable, so you can make it through without completely hating every second. Come to this podcast for research-based conversations that cut through the noise and help you do fitness the smart way.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:Bigger, Leaner, Stronger (book)20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"Tools mentioned in episode:Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)Meal Prep Essential's Amazon ListEat This Much Meal PlannerTimestamps:(6:01) Learn How to ACTUALLY Cook(11:21) Eat a High Protein/Fiber Diet (19:39) Mini Cut vs. Normal Cut (24:33) Don’t cut out all the foods you enjoy (35:33) Play with meal timing
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#163 // Seed Oils, Incline Walking, Protein Absorption, and More
You know what day it is—it’s Micro-Dose Monday, baby. On this week’s episode of Fitness Stuff (for Normal People), Marianna and Tony are ditching the deep dive to bounce through a buffet of your most-requested micro-topics. Instead of zooming in on just one thing, we’re making the rounds and hitting four big questions that have been stirring up your group chats and gym convos. Short, sweet, science-backed. Just how we like it. Perfect for a walk, a commute, or any time you want the facts without the fluff.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:Bigger, Leaner, Stronger (book)20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"Tools mentioned in episode:Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)Meal Prep Essential's Amazon ListEat This Much Meal PlannerTimestamps:(3:59) HIIT vs Incline Walking(12:50) New Research on Seed Oils(26:00) How much protein can you absorb in one sitting?(35:55) Red dye 3 ban in US
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