Today’s episode of Fitness Stuff for Normal People breaks down five of the most misunderstood topics in health and fitness and the myths that refuse to die. Sugar, inflammation, fat loss, cortisol, and seed oils are some of the most talked about topics in the space, yet they’re still widely misunderstood. Marianna and Tony walk through the research, clear up common confusion, and explain what’s real in a way that actually feels approachable. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what truly impacts your health and what tends to get overstated.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!ALL of our complete 12-week training programsBonus episodes every FridayJust $5 /monthLegion AthleticsBOGO 50% off for your first order + 2X points on every order after thatuse code “FSPOD” at checkoutTimestamps:(4:53) Inflammation(22:25) Sugar(31:55) Cortisol(43:07) Fat Burning(46:57) Seed Oils
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Training for Strength vs. Size & Skinnytok
Welcome back to Fitness Stuff for Normal People. Today’s episode is a split. First, Marianna and Tony break down what actually separates training for strength from training for size, and how dialing in the right approach can change your progress entirely. Then we move into why “skinny” isn’t the goal, and what real health looks like when you zoom out past aesthetics. Consider this a reset for both your programming and your perspective, so your training reflects what you actually want.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!ALL of our complete 12-week training programsBonus episodes every FridayJust $5 /monthLegion AthleticsBOGO 50% off for your first order + 2X points on every order after thatuse code “FSPOD” at checkoutTimestamps:(5:16) Strength vs Size (27:34) Skinny Tok
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The Placebo Effect (It's Not Just In Your Head...)
Your mind can literally change your body just by believing something will work. In this episode Tony and Marianna break down the placebo and nocebo effects and how your thoughts alone can shape pain hormones recovery and performance. They dig into the science in a way that actually makes sense talk through real examples and share how to apply it to your own training and health. Join the Fitness Stuff community for a conversation that will change how you think about what your body is capable of.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!ALL of our complete 12-week training programsBonus episodes every FridayJust $5 /monthLegion AthleticsBOGO 50% off for your first order + 2X points on every order after thatuse code “FSPOD” at checkoutTimestamps:(3:58) Placebo(6:35) Nocebo(13:01) How the Placebo Effect Works(28:30) The Nocebo Effect in Action(39:40) Placebo in Action(46:09) Using and Avoiding Placebo and Nocebo Effects
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Gut Health & Microbiome 101
Everyone online’s talking about “gut health,” but no one seems to agree on what it actually means. Marianna and Tony break down the science in plain English, explaining what your microbiome does, how it connects to your brain, and what really impacts your digestion and mood. They cover everything from fiber and probiotics to processed foods and the truth about “leaky gut” and gut health tests. No detox teas or gimmicks here, just real research simplified for normal people.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!ALL of our complete 12-week training programsBonus episodes every FridayJust $5 /monthLegion Athletics HALLOWEEN SALE!!!BOGO 50% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTSBOGO 100% OFF select supplements+ FREE gift card with each orderUse code “FSPOD” at checkoutTimestamps:(3:32) What Is Gut Health / Why It’s Important(6:00) The Gut Microbiome(8:44) The Gut–Brain Connection(12:02) Anxiety, Depression & Gut Health(17:29) Undereating & Slowed Motility(24:16) How Diet Shapes the Microbiome(47:44) Gut Barrier & “Leaky Gut”(52:10) Lifestyle Factors That Affect Gut Health(54:28) Gut Health Myths in the Media
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What's The BEST Training Split? (PPL, Upper/Lower, or Full Body?)
Most people spend way too much time trying to find the perfect workout split, but the name of your split isn’t what builds muscle. The real progress comes from the inputs you put in each week. In this episode, Marianna and Tony break down how to choose the right training split for you based on your goals, schedule, and recovery. You’ll learn how to line up your volume, frequency, and intensity so your training actually moves you forward instead of keeping you stuck. Like every episode of Fitness Stuff, it’s all based on research and facts, simplified for everyone.Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!ALL of our complete 12-week training programsBonus episodes every FridayJust $5 /monthLegion Athletics HALLOWEEN SALE!!!BOGO 50% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTSBOGO 100% OFF select supplements+ FREE gift card with each orderUse code “FSPOD” at checkoutTimestamps:(3:15) What is a Split(8:49) The 4 Things That Matter When Choosing a Split(22:31) Bro (Body Part) Split(29:04) Push–Pull–Legs Split(36:41) Upper/Lower Split(39:02) Full Body Split(40:20) Hybrid Splits
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