Join hosts Marianna & Tony as they tackle one of their most requested topics: setting up your macros. In this episode, they take you step-by-step through not only setting up your macros but also continually adjusting them to ensure you never stop making progress. They discuss the importance of calorie intake, protein goals, and the role of carbs and fats while addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing the need for nutrient-dense foods. Plus, discover how to avoid pitfalls and maintain long-term success. Whether you're looking to gain muscle, lose weight, or just eat healthier, this episode has got you covered!
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(04:16) What IIFYM Is (and Isn’t)
(09:06) Calorie & Protein Set Up
(27:59) Carbs & Fats Set Up
(37:55) Nutrient Density vs. Calorie Density
(45:07) How & When To Adjust
In this episode of Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony are diving into the mineral that quietly works behind the scenes—Magnesium. Known for its role in over 300 enzyme reactions, magnesium is one many of us don’t get enough of, and it can impact everything from energy and sleep to mood and metabolism. Join us as we unpack the science, debunk myths, and explore what adding a little more magnesium might do for you.
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(6:45) Magnesium in the body
(12:48) Fatigue
(13:30) Insomnia
(17:15) Testosterone + Anabolic Hormones
(18:30) High blood pressure + insulin resistance
(19:30) Depression
(30:54) How to get it through food
(39:00) How to supplement
Thinking about ditching the calorie tracker? In this episode of Fitness Stuff for Normal People, hosts Marianna and Tony will guide you through our 5-step process for stopping tracking without losing progress. We’ll discuss why tracking can be helpful but also why it might not be right for everyone. Tune in for evidence-based insights that will help you navigate your fitness journey!
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Timestamps:
(9:32) Why Tracking Works
(13:41) When It Doesn't
(29:42) Step-by-Step Process To Stop Tracking
Marianna and Tony are breaking down the best and worst exercises for building the perfect back. Your hosts are here to help educate their listeners on one of the most important muscle groups that people seek to develop- the back. In today’s episode, listeners will learn the difference between training for width vs thickness, the best and worst exercises, important aspects in a good program, and so much more!
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Timestamps:
(9:32) Back Anatomy
(19:59) Back Width vs. Thickness
(27:12) Worst Exercises
(34:30) Best Exercises
(58:37) Recommendations for Building Back
Welcome back to the crowd favorite series on our podcast- Micro-dose Monday! Your hosts are reviewing four highly requested topics in this episode which will include a deep dive on Vitamin- D, a review of food regulations in USA Vs Europe, a step-by step guide to pull ups, and a overview of making progress with PCOS.
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Timestamps:
(5:47) Vitamin D Update
(19:25) USA vs EU Food Regulations
(36:28) Pull Up Guide
(48:57) PCOS