Cycle syncing is very popular right now. On the one hand, we love that it encourages you to step away from the constant torturous workouts and vary your intensity based on how you're feeling. There is not a lot of research on the effectiveness of cycle syncing, but Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton share their thoughts, and how to use cycle syncing to keep your body balanced. 0:00: Introduction 1:56: What is cycle synching?4:00: Why we like this trend 6:42: Is it cycle synching that’s balancing your hormones?8:23: Muscle effects on hormones10:24: Misconceptions about gaining muscle12:30: Can you gain muscle while following typical cycle synching model?15:02: Using trackers for cycle synching 19:10: Using Evlo while cycle synching 8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

This episode is not for beginners - but for the modern woman who is training but struggling to see results. We review the "5 basics," and I give more advanced tips on how to make your workouts higher payoff without depleting you. 0:00: Introduction 8:33: Reviewing the 5 basics12:16: Tips for programming 14:38: Tips for exercise selection19:56: Tips for progressive overload 30:53: How many sets do you need for muscle growth?35:14: Tips for nutrition36:35: Tips for recovery 39:56: SummaryBe in the loop about our upcoming workshopBlog - Calculate 1 rep max8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialStudy about heavy vs. lighter liftingMeta-analysis about sets/weekTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Burning off holiday food is ineffective and can taint your relationship with food and exercise. In this episode, I speak about how to re-wire your brain around food and exercise this time of year. I also talk about how your workouts can benefit from enjoying larger meals this time of year. 0:00: Introduction2:20: Neuroplasticity8:08: Why burning off what you eat is not an effective strategy10:49: Recommendation for your workout the day after Thanksgiving8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Did you know that many "weight loss" plans intentionally drop your calories too low, so you often gain the weight back and have to return to their program? Registered Dietitian Miranda Galati speaks to this problem and how to build a better relationship with food. We discuss a balanced plate, emotional vs. physical hunger, and more. 0:00: Introduction 3:13: Miranda’s personal relationship with food and exercise 9:34: Potential long-term consequences of not addressing gut issues 11:39: Miranda’s current philosophies on nutrition 15:07: Differences between emotional and physical hunger 21:15: The balanced plate 24:16: The impact of stress 28:21: Miranda’s experience with Evlo31:31: “Tune out the noise and turn inward”34:17: How to work with Miranda Free guide from Miranda: How to find balance with foodMiranda on TiktokMiranda on IG8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

We tend to fall into two patterns over the holidays:1. You add extra cardio to "burn off" food that you enjoyed over holiday parties or 2. You get so overwhelmed that you throw in the towel completely. In this episode, I explain how longer, moderate-intensity workouts are not the answer this time of year and how to set an effective routine that will not burn you out. 0:00: Introduction 2:54: Typical holiday exercise patterns vs. a new approach5:50: The stress bucket 11:00: Dr. Shannon's personal example 17:31: How to build an effective program without burning out 20:22: Moderate intensity fitness classes 24:20: How to adapt your schedule around the holidays 26:50: Incorporate more time for relaxation 27:46: How to assess if your routine is overflowing your stress bucket 34:35: Summary8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialBEST OF WEEK SIGNUP (sign up before 11/13/22)To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Dr. Payton Busker, a former physical therapist and expert at Evlo Fitness, joins the conversation to unravel the mysteries of walking and weight loss. They discuss how cardio alone may not guarantee weight loss and emphasize the importance of strength training. The duo debunks the 10,000 steps myth, advocating for listening to your body's needs instead. They also highlight the risks of excessive walking and the crucial role of recovery days in a fitness routine. It's a deep dive into creating a balanced and effective exercise plan!

Using exercise to increase your caloric burn is actually not as effective as we've been taught to believe. I explain why this is and how to use exercise in a way that will be more impactful and sustainable. 0:00: Introduction 2:35 Using exercise to build muscle vs. to “get lean”5:42: Why burning calories is not a very important metric 11:11: Exercise selection when working out to burn more calories12:59: “Hard exercises”/compound movements 16:30: Listening to your body 19:17: What to focus on instead8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialMetabolism as you age studyTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

It's common to feel tight, tense, and even painful in your upper trap/neck region. The instinct is to push shoulders down and back, stretch, get massages, and avoid working the upper trap muscle. Dr. Payton and Dr. Shannon discuss how these things could worsen the problem and what to try instead. 8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

There are many common mistakes with abdominal training—training your abs every day, doing super high rep training, or assuming that your abs get enough stimulation with your upper and lower body exercises. In this episode, I discuss all those myths and how to train your abs for hypertrophy (muscle growth). 0:00: Introduction 1:12: Core Stability Program3:18: Muscle hypertrophy 6:52: Myth: “Everything is core work”12:27: Myth: “You should work the abdominals for 5-10 minutes straight”15:47: Myth “You should work your abdominals every day”17:21: Summary8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

You don't have to lift super heavy to grow muscles. Studies show that you can gain muscle by using either light resistance OR heavy resistance, as long as the lift is taken close to failure. However, there seems to be a minimum amount of resistance you need to use to grow muscles, and if you use any lighter, it doesn't seem to have much effect. Dr. Payton and Dr. Shannon walk you through the process of calculating your one rep max, so you can work backward to figure out the minimum amount of resistance to use in each lift. One rep max calculator 8 free Evlo classesFollow Dr. Shannon on IG14 day Evlo trialTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.