Not all exercise is created equal. Some workouts may feel "hard," but are they really driving results? In this episode, Dr. Shannon will help you discern if a workout is effective. Stick figure: squat vs step up Stick figure: deadlift vs stool lunge Stick figure: forearm press vs tricep dip0:00: Introduction1:03: Exercise and fat loss 5:54: Why you should focus on building muscle7:10: How to build muscle 10:05: Top 9 mistakes of exercise selection16:06: Biomechanics 10120:27: Summary  14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on Instagram To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Do you know there is a difference between stress and anxiety? Our brains are wired to lean negative, but understanding our neuroanatomy can help you rewire your brain to be more positive and less anxious. Today's interview is with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola, who discusses strategies to improve anxiety and rewire your brain. Buy Nicole's book here. 0:00: Introduction to Nicole Vignola1:30: Neuroplasticity 3:25: Stress vs. anxiety 11:27: Cognitive overload17:54: How long does it take to form a new habit? 20:00: Negativity bias 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on Instagram To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

In this episode, Shannon talks about her postpartum experience and how she plans to build 5 pounds of muscle. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

This episode is not to encourage "bounce back" after having a baby. Shannon discusses sustainable strategies to improve body composition postpartum. Body recomposition is increasing the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. Shannon will discuss how to ease into exercise and start to build muscle postpartum (after your provider approves that you exercise), the considerations if you're breastfeeding, and the basics of nutrition for body recomposition. 0:00: Introduction 1:19: Body recomposition 5:03: Postpartum considerations 9:38: Stage 1 exercise recommendations 6:15: Stage 2 exercise recommendations17:30: Stage 3 exercise recommendations18:38: Stage 4 exercise recommendations20:12: Stage 5 exercise recommendations 21:15: Summary of postpartum exercise recommendations 22:44: Postpartum nutrition 24:55: When can you expect change in muscle growth? 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on Instagram To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Olivia Adriance is a food content creator who shares why she started eating gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. Shannon and Olivia talk about exercise, nutrition, business, and more in this fun coffee chat. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Today, we are joined by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Casey Lepper. We discuss how to improve your relationship with your partner and parenting styles to raise emotionally mature children. Follow @caseylepper on InstagramFollow @caseylepper on YouTubeVist her website 0:00: Introduction to Casey Lepper1:06: The Four Horsemen 8:00: How to handle contempt within a relationship 11:35: How to handle conflict with your partner14:20: Stonewalling, defensiveness, and criticism  16:50: Handling conflict in front of your kids 18:20: How to stay connected with your partner 24:20: How to stay present 31:27: Parenting styles to raise emotionally mature children 41:34: How to build trust with your children55:40: Physical manifestation of emotions 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on Instagram To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Join Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton to discuss some of the latest fitness trends: weighted vest walking, doing your hair with wrist weights to tone the arms, and Pilates for back pain/spine health. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Hate sprint training but want the benefits? Emerging research claims that REHIT (reduced exertion high-intensity training), a low-dose form of sprint training, can substantially benefit VO2 max. Listen to the episode to learn why and how to incorporate it into your routine. Study referenced 0:00: Benefits of HIIT and SIT3:07: Physiological response to sprint training  6:35: What is REHIT? 10:08: Additional benefits of REHIT 12:13: Recommended REHIT protocol 13:35: Questions regarding REHIT 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on InstagramTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

I get coached twice a week, and it has changed my life. In this solo coffee chat, I discuss the life crisis that got me started on coaching and what has helped me rewire my brain to improve my confidence and change my life. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

Does strength training help with fat loss? It's not about how many calories or fat you burn during the workout - it's about the muscle that you build because of the workout. Dr. Shannon explains how muscle affects your metabolism, glucose usage, hormones, and more. Study referenced linked here0:00: Introduction1:00: Does strength training burn fat? 4:10: Does having more muscle make you leaner?6:06: How does muscle effect hormones?10:36: How does strength training play a role when you're in a calorie deficit?   11:50: Summary 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on InstagramTo take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.