Grit Fitness and Performance Podcast
Move well. Feel good. Look good. That's what we're all about at Grit Fitness and Performance. And we want to use this podcast to help you all do just that. We're going to be touching on all aspects of life that help you move closer to becoming the best version of you possible. Learn how to sleep better, manage stress, nourish your body, and train in a way that invigorates you.
Episodes
73 episodes
#74 Leo Horowitz: The Role of Physical Therapy in Fitness: Injury Prevention, Recovery, and Performance Enhancement
On today's episode we're talking with Dr. Leo Horowitz, PT, DPT about the role of physical therapy when it comes to injury prevention, recovery, and overall longevity and resiliency. We discuss a wide variety of topics over the course of the ho...
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Episode 74
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1:01:31
#73 Ask Yourself This One Question to Achieve Lasting Results
Is it sustainable?A simple question, but important one nonetheless. Too many of us take an "instant gratification" approach when it comes to our health and fitness: we want results, and we want them now. And too often this leads to indi...
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Episode 73
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16:58
#72 Angelina: The Ups And Downs of a Two Year, 40lb Transformation
On today's episode we have Angelina, who has been a client at GRIT for two years now. Angelina has experienced a tremendous amount of success up to this point in her fitness journey (down 40lbs!), but that doesn't mean it comes without it's fai...
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Episode 72
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43:41
#71 Some "Harsh" Realities You Need To Hear Regarding Your Health and Fitness
The word "harsh" is used lightly in this episode because, well, some of these aren't necessarily that terrible to hear... but still valuable nonetheless. But that doesn't mean some of the statements in this episode won't strike a nerve...
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Episode 71
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52:39
#70 Breath, Balance, and Finding Meaning: Insights and Wisdom from Balanced Planet Yoga Owner Jenna Kelly
Today we're joined by Jenna Kelly, owner of Balanced Planet Yoga in Marlton, New Jersey. In today's episode Jenna discusses her personal journey from personal trainer to yoga studio owner and all the valuable lessons she's learned along the way...
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Episode 70
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1:00:36
#69 Managing Your Health and Fitness While Navigating the Hardships of Parenthood
In today's episode we discuss the hurdles, hardships, and obstacles that come along with parenthood as you navigate your own personal health and fitness.
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Episode 69
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47:03
#68 Ten Reasons Why You're Not Actually In A Calorie Deficit
Considering calorie deficit is the only sure fire way to lose weight, claiming to be in a calorie deficit while not losing weight is, well, impossible. Here are ten reasons why you might not actually be in a calorie deficit, despite thinking yo...
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Episode 68
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37:31
#67 Micro Podcast: The Biggest Mistake Beginners Make On Their Fat Loss Journey
Today's episode is short and sweet: what is the biggest mistake that beginners make when it comes to losing body fat?
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Episode 67
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5:05
#66 Don't Make the Same Mistakes I Did
In today's episode I reminisce about how dumb I have been in the past when it comes to my health and fitness and how, hopefully, you can avoid some of the same mistakes I've made in the last twenty some years of working out.
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Episode 66
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32:38
#65: Why ALL Fat Loss Diets Fail Or Succeed
In today's episode I'll explain the one fundamental component to all unsuccessful and successful fat loss diets. While it's true that each diet or way of eating may bring about it's own unique positive changes, all successful fat loss diets boi...
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Episode 65
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21:22
#64 Are There Prerequisites For Intense Training?
In this mini episode, Oshane and I discuss about the movement and stability perquisites that may get overlooked when it comes to training.
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Episode 64
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9:40
#63 Should You Train Until Failure?
In this mini episode, Oshane and I talk about training until failure, if there's a time and a place for it, who should do it, and our two cents on the matter when it concerns the average person.
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Episode 63
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8:19
#62 Talkin' About (Goblet) Squats
In this mini episode, Oshane and I talk about the goblet squat and why it's so awesome for beginners as well as some of the more common issues that may arise when performing the movement.
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Episode 62
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6:53
#61 Troubleshooting The Trap Bar Deadlift
Today Oshane and I discuss some of the more common issues we see with a trap bar deadlift and how to correct these issues.
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Episode 61
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13:10
#60 Creating Sustainable Behavior Changes and Nutritional Habits with Braeden Yacobucci
On today's episode we've got Braeden Yacobucci from OnPoint Nutrition. In this episode, Braeden and I discuss a wide variety of topics from the psychology of behavior change, best practices to implement when it comes to improving be...
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Episode 60
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43:34
#59 Gabrielle Terzano: Disordered Eating and Reframing Your Relationship with Food and Your Own Personal Wellness
Today we're joined by Gabrielle Terzano, CCI Certified Eating Disorder Coach and creator of Nourished By Gab, a coaching service which helps young girls and women conquer their eating disorders. Gabby and I discuss a wide variety of topic...
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Episode 59
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1:12:55
#58 Quick Rant About The Fitness Industry
The barrier to entry for the fitness industry is laughably low. Don't fall victim to paying for services from unqualified coaches who simply make you tired.
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Episode 58
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10:55
#57: Gina Remini: Getting Results By Memorial Day!
Today we sit down with Gina Remini and talk about her current journey to get results (aka drop ten pounds) by Memorial Day 2023. In this episode we'll discuss how in the next 3 months she plans to get results while navigating (potential) ...
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Episode 57
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46:08
#56 Matt Welsher: Getting Results For GRIT's 6 Week Challenge and Beyond
Today we're joined by Matt Welsher, a long time client and current contestant in our 6 Week Challenge. Matt's been kicking ass these last few weeks with overhauling his diet, training hard, and incorporating new behaviors and habits to create a...
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Episode 56
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42:04
#55 Focus on Being Good, Not Great
When it comes to life, specifically health and fitness, consistency is arguably the most important factor when it comes to seeing success or getting results. But too many of us are hyper focused for short (but intense) stretches, only to follow...
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Episode 55
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20:49
#54 How to Have a Great Lift When You Feel Like Crap
We're all gonna have days where we feel like crap. It's inevitable. Perhaps it's bad sleep, high stress, less than stellar food choices... or maybe you're a victim to all the above. And now your body and mind feel like they've been run over wit...
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Episode 54
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23:28
#53 Maximizing Workouts When You're Short On Time
Work, kids, commutes... sometimes life gets in the way of training. There's no avoiding it. So when you're short on time, what's the best approach for your workouts? Today we talk about how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to ma...
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Episode 52
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26:39
#52 Breaking Through Your Health And Fitness Plateau
In today's episode we talk about the dreaded (but likely inevitable) plateau that happens to the best of us. Whether it's the number on the scale or the weight on the bar, things have grown stagnant and you're stuck. What gives? In...
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Episode 51
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33:33
#51 Squats for Beginners
Today Oshane and I briefly discuss squats and how the beginner should approach implementing and performing them within their training program. In this episode we'll talk about:how to perform an overhead squat assessment to determine...
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23:22
#50 Life Enhanced: How Training Allows You To Live Your Optimal Life w/ Joe Udine
Long time GRIT client Joe Udine stops by to talk about his 7 year training journey and all the ups and downs that have come with it. Training can positively transform your life and general outlook on its various challenges, and no one is better...
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Episode 50
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51:16