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Oct 24, 2024 • 30min

#189: Take control of your hormone and thyroid health with McCall McPherson PA-C

Fatigue? Brain fog? Trouble with weight loss? These can all be symptoms of thyroid dysfunction. McCall McPherson explains what to look for, misconceptions, and that it's possible to be symptom-free. Modern Thyroid Clinic McCall's Instagram Modern Thyroid Clinic's InstagramFree Thyroid Lab Guide0:00: Introduction 1:31: McCall's health journey 6:15: Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction 8:45: "Within normal limits" vs "optimal" lab results 11:27: Why are thyroid conditions overlooked? 12:47: How does pregnancy affect the thyroid? 14:52: Exercising with an autoimmune condition 19:30: Exercise and cortisol 21:00: Diet and metabolic dysfunction 23:16: The importance of managing blood sugar 26:45: McCall's final thoughts 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.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 31min

Solo Coffee Chat: Q&A on Postpartum Body Image, Creatine, and More

In this episode, Shannon answers audience questions! Questions range from fitness to personal to business-related. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 34min

#188: How women differ from men with strength training and cardio

Women and men have physiological differences that influence training. Dr. Shannon breaks down the differences, similarities, and gives a practical training routine based on this information. Study #1 Study #2 Study #30:00: Introduction1:53: What does the current research say about women and strength training? 5:20: Strength and muscle differences between men and women  9:24: How should men and women train differently based on their physiology?11:33: Hormonal differences between men and women  16:32: How are men and women similar when it comes to strength training? 18:22: Cardiovascular differences between men and women   26:20: The four training elements to include in your routine and how to track progress  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.
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Oct 10, 2024 • 13min

#187: FAQs About Body Recomposition

Body recomposition is the process of increasing the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. In this episode, Dr. Shannon answers some frequently asked questions about body recomposition. Hope Brandt, RD's website0:00: Introduction to body recomposition1:11: How to body recomposition  2:51: "Why do I feel bigger after strength training?" 4:14: "How long will it take for me to see body recomposition changes?" 5:23: "How should I track progress?" 6:12: "Should I track calorie burn in my workouts?" 6:51: "What app can I use to track my food?" 6:59: "If I get a DEXA and I'm not gaining muscle, what am I doing wrong?"9:35: "Should I do more cardio to accelerate fat loss?"10:05: "What if my recommended calorie intake for body recomposition seems too low?"  11:40: "Should I workout if I'm really sore?" 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.
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Oct 4, 2024 • 1h 2min

Coffee Chat with Jill Zambito and Lauren Pollard: Creatine, sleep chronotypes, and more

In this Coffee Chat, Shannon sits down with sisters Lauren and Jill Zambito. To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 22min

#186: Biomechanics 101 & your cheat sheet to know if any workout is effective

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.
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Sep 26, 2024 • 32min

#185: Improving anxiety and rewiring your negativity bias with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola

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.
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Sep 20, 2024 • 16min

Solo Coffee Chat: How I'm building 5lb of muscle postpartum

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.
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Sep 19, 2024 • 28min

#184: Postpartum Body Recomposition

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.
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Sep 13, 2024 • 1h 1min

Coffee Chat with Olivia Adriance: how she improved her acne, grew a social media following, and more

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.

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