
Fitness Stuff (for normal people)
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The last thing needed is another “fitness podcast” talking about the newest trends and fad diets that will be dead before you know it.
The Fitness Stuff (for normal people) podcast gives you the knowledge and tools you need to have confidence in applying the BEST possible training, nutrition, and supplementation into your own life. 100% evidence based. 100% of the time.
Cutting out the bulls***, for normal people like us.
Latest episodes

Jan 9, 2023 • 46min
Ep 51 / Studies That Blew Our Minds (Part 5)
Okay, you can stop begging! Part 5 of our most popular series is official here: Studies That Blew Our Minds! Your hosts have each picked studies that altered their ways of thinking and approaching certain aspects of the fitness industry. Join them in this episode for a factual breakdown of unrelated topics that just might blow your mind as well.
Studies mentioned in podcast:
Stool energy density is positively correlated to intestinal transit time and related to microbial enterotypes
Investigation on the Effect of Oral Breathing on Cognitive Activity Using Functional Brain Imaging
Evaluation of physical activity calorie equivalent (PACE) labels’ impact on energy purchased in cafeterias: A stepped-wedge randomized controlled trial
How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world
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Jan 2, 2023 • 1h 10min
Ep 50 // Deep Dive: Caffeine
As your death gripping your caffeinated drink of choice, let's deep dive into caffeine. In today's episode, your hosts review how to optimize your caffeine intake and give factual statements reviewing the positive and negative results one can experience from a variety of intake levels of caffeine. Should an individual cut out caffeine altogether, strategize a routine, or add more in their daily consumption? Take a listen to find out.
Happy New Year, crazy kids. We cannot wait for 2023 with you.
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Dec 19, 2022 • 1h 3min
Ep 49 // Organic vs. Non-Organic - Is This Whole Thing a Scam?
This podcast compares organic and non-organic foods, exploring topics such as farming practices, nutrient quality, and safety. It discusses the practicality and cost of eating organic, examines the perception of pesticides and sugar, and debunks misconceptions about organic vs. non-organic food. The importance of nutrition and making informed choices is emphasized.

Dec 12, 2022 • 56min
Ep 48 / Progressive Overload 101
Class is in session. A simple breakdown to an important concept: progressive overloading. Join your hosts as they create an approachable environment and learning space for individuals in all levels of their fitness journeys. Tony and Marianna will walk you through a full description of what the progressive overload process can look like, explain 10 different methods, and provide over 5 tactics for implementing progressive overloading into your routine.
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Dec 5, 2022 • 1h 3min
Ep 47 / Studies That Blew Our Minds PART 4
Okay, you can stop begging! Part 4 of one of our most popular series is official here: Studies That Blew Our Minds! Your hosts have each picked studies that altered their ways of thinking and approaching certain aspects of the fitness industry. Join them in this episode for a factual breakdown of unrelated topics that just might blow your mind as well.
Studies mentioned in podcast:
Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake
Lack of access to healthy food may raise risk of death from heart failure
Body Recomposition in Trained Individuals
Genetic background has an effect on the metabolism of essential fatty acids
Episode Corrections:
*From time to time we make mistakes verbalizing what we had written out in our show notes/outline - we make it a point to come back and write the corrected stats in the show notes below*
Protein during recomposition in trained athletes: The study used 2.2g of protein per kg of body weight - translating to 1.1g per pound of body weight, not he 4.4 mentioned in the show.
FS Premium deal: The holiday deal is 50% first months subscription, not the lifetime of the subscription as mentioned in the intro. After $5 for the first month, the monthly rate returns to $10/m.
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Nov 28, 2022 • 1h 22min
Ep 46 / Deep Dive: Probiotic Supplements
Class is in session with your wonderful hosts Marianna and Tony. This episode is a full deep dive on probiotics as Marianna gets nerdy and passionate about all the different strains and species of probiotics, who may need probiotics, what role they play in human health, and how someone could choose the best probiotic for themself.
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Nov 21, 2022 • 1h 50min
Ep / 45 Top-5 Best and Worst Supplements
It's true. The time has come. This deep dive into your hosts' top favorites and bottom tier supplements has been an episode you all have been borderline rioting to receive. Your hosts will review specifically which supplements have sound scientific backing and are proven to help build muscle, help lose fat faster, increase workout performance, post workout recovery, and improve general health.
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Nov 14, 2022 • 41min
EP 44 / Why "Clean Eating" is Bulls***
Your hosts won't keep you guessing on how they feel about "clean eating"- it is bulls***! What is clean eating? Is it right for you? Are there any negatives to trying this "diet"? The list of questions goes on and our hosts have answers!
Warning: No facts or research came from a TikTok star with zero fitness education. Apologies in advance.
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Nov 7, 2022 • 1h 6min
Ep / 43 Marijuana And Building Muscle, Losing Fat, and Performance
MISS MARY JANE HAS ENTERED THE CHAT! Your hosts, Marianna and Tony, are reviewing the affects of marijuana and the impact it could have on one's fitness journey. Specifically, they will cover the impact on training when it comes to strength, muscle growth, fat loss, and aerobic performance, and its affects outside of training in factors such as pain management, recovery, and more.
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Oct 31, 2022 • 1h 6min
EP 42 / The Science Behind Binge Eating
This topic could arguably be one of the most important when pertaining to releasing factual information. "Binge eating" is a phrase so loosely used in today's society and your hosts are ready to educate their audiences on the true definition, some general steps to breaking a cycle, the psychological aspect, and so much more. This is a layered topic filled with unpacking misinformation and following up with science based education and information.
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