The Dr. Shannon Show
Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT
Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, nutrition, mental health, skincare, and more. Join Shannon Ritchey, Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, each Thursday and occasional Fridays for science-based tools to improve your health.
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Apr 29, 2021 • 23min
#6: How to make your workouts anti-aging
Exercise can be anti-aging, but it can also accelerate aging. Find out how this happens and Shannon's three suggestions for creating a routine that is anti-aging.To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
Apr 22, 2021 • 25min
#5: Three reasons you aren't seeing results from your workouts
If you're working out consistently, eating well, and STILL not seeing results after several months, it could be for one (or all) of these three reasons. Shannon discusses how these three common workout elements can cause plateauing or declining results, and eventually cause frustrating joint pain.To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
Apr 15, 2021 • 20min
#4: Why I don't stretch
Dr. Shannon speaks on why she has decided to take stretching out of her regular routine and why she doesn't recommend regular stretching for her clients. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
Apr 8, 2021 • 22min
#3: Exercise can INCREASE or DECREASE your metabolism
To have a lean, fit body that isn't falling apart, you have to be wise with your workouts. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses some common workout mistakes that can actually decrease your metabolism and lead to less desirable long-term results. She also discusses how you can use exercise to IMPROVE your metabolism using four training concepts.Shannon's InstagramEvlo Fitness (14-day free trial)To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
Apr 1, 2021 • 22min
#2: More is not better
Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT explains how exercise that is too frequent and too intense can lead to undesirable results over the long-term. She describes how long it takes to see visual results from strength training, and how we've internalized soundbites from the fitness culture that are damaging to our bodies. Links: 14 day free trialArticle referenced: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30155804/To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
