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Sep 6, 2021 • 7min

Supersets: The Key to Shorter and More Effective Workouts

Wouldn't it be great if you could shorten your strength training routine and make it more effective at the same time? Dr. Jonathan Su, the Get-Fit Guy, explains how a simple training technique called supersets can make this a reality. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
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Aug 30, 2021 • 10min

Are Sit-Ups and Crunches Bad for You?

Sit-ups and crunches are popular exercises for abdominal muscles, but they're not for everyone. In today's episode, Dr. Jonathan Su discusses the pitfalls of these popular workouts. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
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Aug 23, 2021 • 9min

Stationary Lunges Versus Squats--Which Is Better?

No matter how fit you are, if you exercise regularly, chances are that lunges and squats feature into your regular workout regimen. It turns out that one of the two is better than the other. Learn which exercise to prioritize and why.
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Aug 16, 2021 • 9min

3 Exercises to Help With Knee Pain

Whether you're just getting into exercise or you've been working on your fitness for a while, exercise-related knee pain can slow you down. This episode covers how to banish knee pain in just six minutes with three simple exercises.
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Aug 9, 2021 • 10min

How to Train (Mentally) Like an Olympian

Olympic athletes aren't just physically fit -- they also use mental fitness techniques to succeed. Learn how to adopt these techniques yourself in this week's episode of Get-Fit Guy.
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Jul 27, 2021 • 13min

Meet the New Get-Fit Guy (Part 2)

Last week, Brock Armstrong introduced the new host of the Get-Fit Guy podcast, Dr. Jonathan Su. In this episode, the two fitness buffs discuss optimizing performance, fitness trends, and the best way to get and stay fit.
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Jul 20, 2021 • 15min

Meet the New Get-Fit Guy (Part 1)

After four fun-filled years as the Get-Fit Guy, Brock Armstrong is passing the barbel to a new fitness professional, Dr. Jonathan Su. Today, the two fit buffs sit down for an in-depth interview to learn more about the new Get-Fit Guy. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
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Jul 13, 2021 • 10min

How Intrinsic Motivation Will Get You Fit

Exercising consistently is hard. The only way to succeed is if your desire to get fit is greater than your desire to stay in bed. That is where intrinsic motivation becomes your best tool. Get-Fit Guy explains. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
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Jul 6, 2021 • 15min

Why We Need to Move Together Outside

The "Moving Together Outside" campaign increases access to outdoor spaces to help increase physical activity in all communities, especially those most vulnerable to lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Get-Fit Guy interviews the campaign's spokesperson, Dr. Amy Bantham for the details. Read the transcript. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-long-recover-between-sets https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy
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Jun 29, 2021 • 15min

Should You Exercise in the Morning, Afternoon, or Evening?

Exercise scientists have studied and written articles repeatedly on what time of day is the best time to work out and yet we all know people who buck the trend and work out at times that would make those researchers choke. So, are they wasting their time or are we?

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