In this podcast, Candace Cameron Bure interviews her trainer and friend, Kira Stokes, about fitness. They discuss the importance of setting realistic goals, starting a sustainable fitness routine, and staying motivated. They also explore the effectiveness of the Stoked Method, the benefits of stacking in a workout routine, and the significance of proper form and muscle engagement. Additionally, they touch upon the effectiveness of bodyweight exercises and exercising during pregnancy, and highlight Kira Stokes's fitness services and products.
The Stoked Method, developed by Kira Stokes, emphasizes functional movement and the mind-body connection, combining compound strength moves with plyometrics and dynamic core exercises for effective workouts.
Beginners should start with Zone 2 Cardio, maintaining a conversation pace and heart rate between 40% and 60% of maximum, incorporating it into daily activities, and incorporating movement snacks of short bursts of exercise throughout the day to build strength and improve mobility.
Deep dives
The Stoked Method: A Science-backed Training System
Kira Stokes, a health and wellness expert, introduces the Stoked Method, a science-backed training system she has developed over the years. The Stoked Method focuses on functional movement and emphasizes the connection between mind and body. By programming movements together in a seamless flow, the method keeps the body engaged and the core fired up. It combines compound strength moves with plyometrics and dynamic core exercises to challenge the body and maintain a balanced heart rate. The method also emphasizes the importance of form and proper muscle engagement to ensure effective workouts.
Starting Your Fitness Journey: Zone 2 Cardio and Movement Snacks
Kira advises beginners to start their fitness journey with Zone 2 Cardio, a cardiovascular workout that maintains a conversation pace and keeps the heart rate between 40% and 60% of maximum heart rate. Zone 2 Cardio can be easily incorporated into everyday activities like walking, grocery shopping, or taking the stairs. Kira also introduces the concept of movement snacks, short bursts of exercise lasting from 60 seconds to five minutes, which can be done throughout the day. These movements, such as squats or push-ups, help to build strength and improve mobility.
Fitness Training and Aging: Evolution and Adaptation
As we age, Kira advises that fitness training should evolve and adapt rather than radically change. In our 20s, the focus should be on functional training and developing proper form and muscle engagement. In our 30s and beyond, emphasis should shift to strength training to counteract the natural muscle loss that occurs with age. Kira highlights the importance of mobility exercises and maintaining good form as we age, in order to prevent injuries and maintain overall strength and vitality.
Exercise During Pregnancy: The Benefits and Precautions
Kira emphasizes the importance of staying active during pregnancy, with the caveat of consulting a doctor for personalized guidance. Regular exercise during pregnancy provides numerous benefits for both the mother and the baby. Kira recommends continuing a pre-existing exercise routine with appropriate modifications, focusing on endurance strength training and core exercises that support the pelvic floor. She also encourages women to listen to their bodies and make necessary adjustments throughout each trimester, all while recognizing the strength and resilience of the female body during pregnancy.
Let’s talk about fitness! The New Year can be a great time to set new goals when it comes to your health and wellness, but it’s important to be aware of gimmicks, fads, and promises of quick success.
The most important thing you can do for your physical health is to start a healthy, safe, and sustainable workout routine that works for YOU.
Maybe you’re wondering ….
Where do I start?
How do I develop a sustainable fitness routine?
How do I get back into a routine after falling off track for a while?
If you’re asking these questions, then listen in as Candace sits down with one of her closest friends, Kira Stokes, who is also her trainer! Kira is a health and wellness expert based in New York City with more than 25 years of experience in the fitness industry.
In this episode, you’ll hear Candace discuss:
The difference between a resolution and a goal
Where to start if you are just getting started with fitness
Why muscle is the greatest weapon you have as you age + how fitness training should change with age
Tips for staying motivated and committed to your fitness routine