

Front Page Fitness
MASS Research Review
Having trouble staying up-to-date with the newest health and fitness information? Confused or overwhelmed by the constant flood of contradictory health and fitness information? Look no further. In Front Page Fitness, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple and Dr. Eric Trexler discuss the hot topics dominating the headlines to provide reliable, accessible, and actionable information you can trust.
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Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 14min
Ep 19 - Luxury Wellness Strategies and Earlobe Cosmetics
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren revisit some old topics and cover some new ground. They discuss "fibermaxxing" and "GLP-1" smoothies, "neck hanging" for sleep improvements, earlobe procedures, "hole-tox," luxury wellness strategies, and more.Link to the geriatric pants:https://www.amazon.com/LETAOTAO-Elastic-Seniors-Adaptive-Elderly/dp/B0CSK6CRVDTime stamps:00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates03:39 Listener Feedback, Fiber Maxing Smoothies, and "GLP-1" Smoothies12:30 She-Wee Use in Bodybuilding17:35 Sleep Maxing and Neck Hanging Controversy25:30 Beauty Trends and Earlobe Care38:37 "Hole-Tox" (Anal Botox)48:13 Wellness Trends from the Dark Ages54:18 Luxury Wellness Trends

Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 8min
Ep 18 - "Dangers" of Diet Soda, Potatoes, and Ultraprocessed Foods
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from niche fitness ideas for specific demographics to the impact of social media on marketing strategies. They debate the dynamics of location sharing in relationships, generational perspectives on fitness trends, and the resurgence of Jazzercise (and "slashercise"). The conversation also touches on the health implications of diet soda and the misconceptions surrounding potatoes and ultraprocessed foods.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and chatter about social media marketing05:23 Location Sharing in Relationships09:04 Generational Perspectives on Technology12:32 The Comeback of Jazzercise19:20 The Introduction of "Slashercise"24:07 Diet Soda and Diabetes Risk35:14 The Nutritional Value of Potatoes45:00 Health "Risks" of Ultraprocessed Foods

Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 17 - Right and Wrong Ways to Pee
The hosts share hilarious camping stories and discuss the confusion surrounding energy drink recalls. They dive into debates about grilled cheese authenticity and poke fun at niche fitness coaching. A quirky exploration of urination devices for women leads to tips on public urination etiquette. Insights on proper urination habits reveal surprising connections to pelvic floor health. The conversation wraps up with skepticism surrounding collagen supplements and a light-hearted look at naming one's mind, inspired by a pet raccoon.

Aug 6, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 16 - Facial Exercises for “Cortisol Face”
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics including updates on sleeping positions and modern slang, 5 exercises to decrease your cortisol face, "Ozempic penis," the effects of female body odor (across the menstrual cycle), the UK government program to collect dog and cat feces, and Coca-Cola embracing cane sugar over high fructose corn syrup.Time stamps:0:00 Intro and updates on sleeping positions and modern slang24:33 5 exercises to decrease your cortisol face37:29 "Ozempic penis"42:22 The effects of female body odor (across the menstrual cycle)53:45 Government program to collect dog and cat feces58:03 Coca-Cola embracing cane sugar over high fructose corn syrup

Jul 30, 2025 • 1h 16min
Ep 15 - Liver Damage From Supplements & Testosterone Therapy For Menopause
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss Lauren's idea for a "grifter tracker" app, examine testosterone therapy for peri- and post-menopausal women, react to dads embracing "thigh freedom" in swimwear, present a Shirtless Moron Award, and address concerns about teens using protein supplements and supplement-related liver damage.Time stamps0:00 Intro0:42 Brilliant business idea (grifter app)3:08 Testosterone therapy for perimenopausal women29:01 Dads reclaiming "thigh freedom”38:35 SHIRTLESS MORON AWARD44:41 Teens are trying to bulk up on protein supplements1:01:13 Liver damage from dietary supplements

Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 7min
Ep 14 - No Women Over Age 24 During Peak Gym Hours?
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various cultural observations, fitness trends, and health-related topics. First they check in on young person culture by discussing "dry scooping" (the TikTok trend of consuming supplements without water), "aura farming," and "fibermaxxing." Then they discuss controversial gym policies that restrict access based on age and gender and a misleading correlation between calf muscle size and dementia risk. Finally, they debate the utility of smart scales in tracking body composition and health metrics.Time stamps:00:00 Cultural Observations: A Midwesterner in New York5:25 Fitness Trends: The Dry Scooping Debate10:23 Viral Trends: Aura Farming and Generational Slang14:11 Fibermaxxing: A Trend or Just Good Nutrition?24:13 Gym Policies: Gender-Specific Access and Controversy33:19 Calf Muscles and Dementia: A Misleading Correlation45:54 The Utility of Smart Scales in Fitness Tracking

Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 13 - Fridge Cigarettes and Backward Walking
The hosts dive into quirky culinary experiments with mushrooms and true crime tales involving poisoned relationships. 'Fridge cigarettes' are humorously debated as a Diet Coke substitute, alongside myths about nicotine in fitness circles. They scrutinize the effectiveness of longevity supplements while exploring the unique benefits of backward walking on treadmills. Expect a lively discussion on confusing fitness advice and the hilarious rivalry between Guinness and IPAs, with a surprising consensus on Belgian triples!

Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 9min
Ep 12 – Eat this to eliminate “old person” smell?
This lively discussion includes quirky drink combinations, like a 'gonster' mix of Guinness and Monster. The hosts tackle the notion of 'old person smell' and how certain superfoods could help mitigate it. They delve into low-acid diets and their questionable effectiveness for weight loss, while also critiquing arbitrary fitness standards for older adults. The conversation touches on the importance of regulated hormone therapies, reflecting on the risks of commodifying medical treatments. Expect humor, listener engagement, and a playful approach to wellness!

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Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 17min
Ep 11 - Mouth Taping
The hosts delve into the bizarre trend of mouth taping, questioning its health benefits and popularity on social media. They address the rise of questionable gas station supplements dubbed 'gas station heroin' and unpack the unconventional sugar diet, exploring its potential dangers. The discussion also critiques the obsession with tracking health metrics, advocating for a more intuitive and balanced approach to wellness. Humorous personal anecdotes and light-hearted commentary create an engaging dialogue on these intriguing health fads.

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep 10 - 'SkinnyTok' Banned
The hosts humorously debate whether cannolis are sandwiches while making sense of food trends. They debunk myths around alcohol's impact on fat burning and delve into quirky gut health studies. The discussion touches on longevity supplements, stressing the importance of balanced nutrition. A critical look at the viral 'SkinnyTok' trend highlights its dangers to body image, emphasizing better health practices over extreme ideals. Finally, they whimsically consider the fashion statement of gym slides with socks.