Fastercise Podcast: Recent Episodes
Allison Roberts
Total Fitness Freedom: doesn't that sound awesome? At Fastercise, we believe you can have it. Join us to learn about fitness on your terms. We'll even throw in some funny stories and life goals; it'll be great.
One man in the Himalayan mountains lost 20 pounds in 2 weeks, and struggled to keep weight on with how much he was shivering. It's crazy how much shivering can do to lose weight!
Did you know that you can push your hunger off for 2 hours with 1 minute of exercise?
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Shivering is the body's fastest way to burn calories, and it's the foundation of everything we do at Fastercise!
Do you feel like you have to choose between eating food that you enjoy and being healthy? We're here to help.
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With the right kind of exercise, you can get the same fitness biomarkers in a really short amount of time.
Did you know you can track calories burned with a respirometer, and also a temperature probe?
A new study shows that just 2 minutes a day of vigorous exercise can be enough exercise. You can learn more here: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/amp/articles/increasing-longevity-vigorous-exercise-2-minutes-a-day-may-be-enough
Did you know that Fastercise will help you lose weight by improving your metabolism at a base level?
Shivering is the body's fastest way to burn calories. And did you know that breathing hard during an exercise is a great indicator that you're burning lots of calories? Check it out!
Beatriz has been able to Fastercise with her rheumatoid arthritis, and she hasn't experienced any attacks with this program. Congratulations, Beatriz!
Fastercise has a lot of similarities with the Wim Hof method. But we also have some differences, such as how easy it is to stick with the program. Listen to learn more!
Most of us are living in a perpetual fight or flight mode: our stress levels are high and they can stay high for long periods of time. Here's what you can do about it!
Did you know that exercise was recently designated an appropriate treatment for major depression? New research shows that exercise can relieve symptoms of depression in less than a month.
Did you know that cold showers help the body release stored fat? It's an effective complement to the Fastercise program.
The TV show "Alone" shows how easy it is to shiver off fat in the wild!
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Fastercise can help firm up your skin. These exercises boost your growth hormone levels, which help your body regenerate itself.
Did you know that there's a scientific way to improve your flexibility, and it's not even hard to do?
Losing weight is easy if you know how your body functions. Did you know that instead of running at the gym to burn calories, instead you can let your body burn fat as a meal replacement?
Fastercise has some similarities to cryotherapy! There are also some big differences. We also compare and contrast Fastercise with shake plates.
The signals you send your body make a big difference! Figure out how to send the right signals.
Losing weight can come with some twists and turns. Here are some tips to staying motivated!
We believe there's nothing better for weight loss than Fastercising. You don't need to do strength training, cardio, etc. Just Fastercise is a fantastic way to burn fat and build muscle, and we talk about why in this podcast.
Dra. Evelyn is an OBGYN from Brazil (https://www.instagram.com/draevelynaboud/?hl=en). She is helping her patients with Fastercise. Did you know that Fastercise can help curb cravings? Just one minute of Fastercise can help you manage food compulsions. Fastercise can also help preserve your muscle. Watch to learn more!
Did you know that smoking releases nicotine, which is an imitation of epinephrine. Epinephrine is a hormone the body produces naturally. By shivering for 1 minute, you can release epinephrine. And this can help curb the craving that your body has for things like nicotine, caffeine, sugar, etc.
Romana is a nutrition coach from the Netherlands. She's been able to lose 2% bodyfat in 2 weeks with Fastercise! She's also doing Fastercise with her students. Hear her amazing story!
Yes, really. Believe it or not, you can break up congestion with 1 minute of shivering.
Venus is an artist and mom to a 2-year-old. She's used Fastercise to lose weight and build her muscle tone, really easily! She's also used Fastercise to complement her intermittent fasting. Listen to learn how she incorporates exercise into her busy life!
Fastercise is a solution to your hunger, in that your hunger goes away because your caloric needs have been met. It's not an appetite suppressant, because appetite suppressants cause your appetite to go away by upsetting your stomach or by some other means. The two are very, very different.
What's the difference between amino acids and protein? And why do you need amino acids in your diet? Watch to learn more!
In this podcast, we tell you the 4 reasons that we call Fastercise, Fastercise. We spent a lot of time thinking about the best name for this program, and for all these reasons, Fastercise felt just about perfect.
Here's the link for my WhatsApp accountability group! Join me if you want daily tips, to share this fitness journey as I look to lose about 20 pounds, and get some of my favorite recipes: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IGYsOtDH82aGFHRsg9ftEU
Do you struggle with inflammation? In this episode, we outline what causes inflammation and what to do about it
You've probably heard of people talk about anaerobic exercises before. But what does that really mean?
Did you know that the Krebs cycle is absolutely critical for survival? And yet, so many people don't know what it is or how it works. Listen in for the details!
Weightlifting can cause injury, which actually puts you behind, rather than helping you get ahead. This is just one of the reasons why weightlifting doesn't work for everyone. Listen to learn more!
Did you know that there are two primary muscle types: red and white muscle? And that to get bigger, more defined muscles, you want to build white muscle? Listen to learn more!
I'm giving weekly updates on my bodybuilding progress, and also breastfeeding my baby boy. Turns out, my supply isn't going down, but my weight is!
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Yes, it really is possible to enter a bodybuilding competition without weightlifting. I did it in 2019, and I'm doing it again in 2022
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We know the holidays can give you a lot of wonderful treats! And sometimes, all those treats can lead to feeling yucky and maybe a little guilty. With these healthy holiday tips, you can enjoy the holiday season in style!
If you have a low temperature, you may have Wilson's Temperature Syndrome. One of the ways Dr. Wilson recommends treating this is T3 therapy. Learn how this therapy works! You can get more information at wilsonssyndrome.com
Dr. Wilson outlines how a slow metabolism can be checked with your temperature. If your temperature is running below 98.6 degrees F, then it's likely that you have a slow metabolism.
Did you know that a low body temperature might be due to sad, overworked mitochondria? We have three recommendations to boost your mitochondria and your temperature.
Low body temperature can signal a slow metabolism. Symptoms of a low body temperature include brittle nails, hair loss, lethargy, weight gain, PMS symptoms, and much more. A low body temperature can be brought on by a sudden shock to your life, like childbirth, divorce, and death of a loved one. Dr. Wilson explains how this can be treated and corrected.
We're launching Fastercise in Brazil! Dr. Wilson, aka Dad, will be the keynote speaker here in Sao Paulo, Brazil, at the International Seminar on Human Longevity Sciences. Wish him luck! He'll be speaking for 6 HOURS tomorrow on his two discoveries: Wilson's Temperature Syndrome and Fastercise.
Need help figuring out how much protein to eat? We've got some science fast facts for you, and also some practical recommendations on how to make sure you're getting the right amount of protein in your diet. For example, you might need 1 gram per pound of bodyweight. We also hear from high school biology teacher, Steve, on how you can use Fastercise to improve your focus right before starting a project.
In this episode, we give 5 tips on how you can detox your body. There are so many things that go into your toxin levels, so we approach it from all different angles. We also have Sheradyn, a Fasterciser, talk about her experience getting in shape after having her babies.
Struggling with fitness motivation? Well guess what, your fitness motivation dramatically changes as you enter adulthood. In this episode, we talk about the changes you may experience as you age and what to do about it.
So you've got a sports injury, and you'd like to stay in shape and heal your injury as fast as possible. We have some tips on how to heal during an event like that, involving both exercise and hormonal interactions.
Do you have a sports injury that's holding you back from getting in shape? We have 4 tips to get you back on track. We also talk about our recommended exercises for beginning to exercise again. Did you know that stopping exercise completely can actually make it harder for the body to heal? That's because if you stop exercising, the mitochondria (powerhouses of the cells) scale back their energy production and repair. By exercising and using your mitochondria, you prompt them to ramp up energy production, which helps you heal. Neat, right?
Want to get in shape, but have some kind of physical limitation holding you back? We've been there, and we also have Joyce join us in this podcast. Joyce has a Harrington rod in her back, and has some exercise modification tips to share. Fitness is for everyone!
You can increase your flexibility by tightening your muscles. Say what? Yes, it's true. In this episode, we talk about how tightening opposing muscle groups can stretch your muscles. For example, you can loosen your hamstrings by tightening your quads, and we'll show you how.
Here's how you can help your kids stay active, and have some fun together as a family too. Fitness and healthy living starts young, so give your kids a leg up!
Did you know that having carbohydrates in your body can actually help with fat burning? Dr. Wilson explains how carbs in the form of glycogen are actually helpful in fat burning. And guest speaker, Dr. Glenn Gero, describes how Fastercise helps in speeding your metabolism. He also demonstrates a brand new Fastercise!
I'm pregnant! Hi, Allison here, and in this episode, I'll discuss my experience of doing Fastercise while pregnant. Fastercise has helped me curb my cravings, maintain good blood sugar levels, and sustain healthy weight gain. It's true, I really loved Fastercise after my last pregnancy, but I'm so grateful to have it DURING this one.
What is ATP, and why does it matter? In this podcast, we talk about ATP, the body's energy "currency." Put on your thinking caps, because this is a pretty scientific podcast episode. Be warned, you may learn a lot.
Here are 7 facts about hunger that you've probably never heard, and they're totally scientific reasons why hunger is a big no-no. Also hear from our Fastercise certified trainer, Theresa. She shares her story of using Fastercise to combat menopausal hormones.
Learn why 5 minutes a day can be more effective than 30 minutes of cardio. And Fastercise Certified Trainer, Lindsey, has some great recommendations on using Fastercise while sick with COVID.
Did you know that Fastercise can help you beat hunger? Yes, you can literally wipe out hunger with exercise. Also, hear Antoinette's story! She's from the Netherlands and has used Fastercise during the COVID shutdown.
We interview Rich van Schaik and discuss his story of using Fastercise to beat prediabetes. He was able to lose an incredible 12 pounds in 2 weeks on Fastercise, and he's now in the "normal" range for blood sugar. He has big plans for Fastercise in the future!
We all know that being on a strict diet and staying hungry all the time is rough. But did you know that staying hungry also burns muscle? We dive into the science to explain how it works. We also provide helpful tips on how to prevent burning muscle.
Ever wonder why you stretch in the morning? In this episode, we break down the science behind morning stretches, and how they are used with Tightercise. We also chat with our guest success story, Catherine Watson, about her Fastercise experience.
It happens to everyone: you're on a weight loss journey and you hit a plateau. You're doing everything you were doing before, but now you're not losing weight! Don't worry, this is totally normal and happens to everyone. In this podcast, we talk about the science behind why this happens, and how to fix it.
It happens to everyone: you're on a weight loss journey and you hit a plateau. You're doing everything you were doing before, but now you're not losing weight! Don't worry, this is totally normal and happens to everyone. In this podcast, we talk about the science behind why this happens, and how to fix it.
Finding your "why" is critical to your fitness success. And we also think it's critical to living a happy and fulfilled life. Fastercise cofounder Allison Roberts discusses her experience with finding purpose, and gives a few tips on finding your own "why."
Should you eat a keto diet or a carb-friendly diet? In this podcast, we compare the two. You can have great success with both on the Fastercise program! Also, hear from our Fastercise success story, Will Smith, a busy professional and a true pioneer.
Let's face it, none of us like to diet. And that's okay! Learn how to eat intuitively with six diet tips. And our guest this week is Fastercise success story, Katherine. She uses Fastercise to combat migraines, and is having great results!
Learn how to fit the most weight loss and muscle building into your day! In this episode, we talk about the best way to fit Fastercise into your daily routine. Clis Fenton, one of our Fastercise success stories, also talks about her experience of losing 20 pounds with Fastercise and getting incredible muscle tone with the program.
Did you know that eating too much can hurt your immunity? It's true! We dive into science in this podcast, so come prepared with your thinking cap. Learn with us how overeating can hurt your immunity, and also learn how to strengthen your immune system.
Want to avoid gaining weight during the holidays? Learn some helpful tips here on how to stay fit and trim, even with your favorite treats! Also hear from our guest, Kevin Connole, about his weight loss journey with Fastercise.
What in the world is Fastercise? Get to know us, the father/daughter cofounders of Fastercise. And get to know our program! You can get fit with Fastercise in 5 minutes a day, without changing your clothes. Wow!