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Bent On Better is the PRE-hab approach to fitness for beginners to intermediate fitness level adults. We help you reframe your mindset about fitness, making fitness fun, interesting, and simple for anyone from beginner to experienced fitness. This podcast is perfect for busy adults who are looking to make a healthy change in their day-to-day lives, by using fitness as a foundation, nutrition as a tool, and recovery as a guide to your overall wellness. We help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
The postpartum period presents unique challenges for new mothers as their bodies struggle to rebound from pregnancy. In this podcast episode, Lynn April, the Director of Pre/ Post-natal Fitness at Bent On Better, West Chester PA, shares her passion for postpartum care and gives a framework for new moms (and not so new moms) on how to take charge of their pelvic floor and overall health to help them recover after pregnancy and feel well again.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:20 - When to see a pelvic floor PT
02:34 - Difference between your regular OB and pelvic floor physical therapist
06:07 - For mothers who are eager to go back to fitness
11:16 - A checklist for mothers
15:29 - How is your mental health?
17:30 - The passion for working with mothers on postpartum health and recovery
19:25 - For the not-so-new moms
20:49 - It’s never too late to prioritize your health
Any woman who has given birth can relate to the challenges that follow the birth of a baby. Changes to diet, sleep patterns, and physical activity are not only a struggle but have lasting effects on the future. Lynn April, Director of Pre/ Postnatal fitness at Bent On Better, West Chester PA shares why it's important to take charge of your postpartum health and fitness.
There's this idea that you need to be at the gym every day to see results. So many people go to the gym several times a week, they work out for multiple hours a day, and it takes up all of their time - and it takes up valuable time that could be spent doing something else... like sleeping. In this video, Matt and Lynn talk about how often exactly we need to work out to see results. And sometimes it's a lot less than you think.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:55 - How often should you exercise or lift weights to see results?
05:36 - How much sleep do you need?
10:08 - Sometimes you need more than the average
12:15 - What makes the 3-day-a-week program effective.
16:07 - Wrapping up
There's a lot of hype around the idea that you need to constantly be in the gym to see results. So in this video, Matt and Lynn discuss what they've seen from their career as personal trainers and their own experiences about the ideal frequency of working out to achieve optimal fitness outcomes.
Whatever your ultimate goal (getting a little bit stronger, losing weight, building muscle), we can all agree it requires time and effort. But what is most important when it comes to making progress is how much effort you devote, how good you eat, and how you recover. In this podcast episode, Matt and Lynn share their athlete experience as they talk about body composition and what does it mean? What changes do you expect? And how do you know if you're making progress?
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
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The Better Fitness Proof Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3FG0Afq
Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:20 - What is body composition?
02:57 - When Lynn tried weight lifting
04:42 - Matt’s athlete story
08:06 - Lynn’s best season
09:54 - Does damaging your muscles make them stronger?
15:04 - How hard do professional athletes train?
16:25 - Setting priorities
17:45 - When Matt was training for powerlifting
19:21 - Working on another goal
23:18 - Striking that balance
24:46 - “There is no limit to what you’re capable of.”
This week's podcast is about body composition. Matt and Lynn dive into: - what is body composition? - how do you know if you're healthy? How can we get stronger?
In this podcast episode, Matt and Lynn talk about how our preconceived notions about hitting the gym can sway us away from the true purpose of fitness and how rigid goal-setting can prevent us from truly reaping the functional benefits of exercise.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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The Bent On Better Podcast: https://goo.gl/C4dwqp
The Better Fitness Proof Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3FG0Afq
Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:06 - The reason why we go to a gym
04:05 - Fitness has no starting point
05:53 - Changing how you look at fitness
07:05 - The downside of having an end goal
08:27 - The reason why we work out
09:11 - Are barbell back squats good for you?
10:09 - Setting realistic fitness goals
10:41 - Changing the mindset
11:44 - Tips for setting practical fitness goals
What you think going to the gym will be like and what it actually ends up being like can lead to some frustrating experiences. In this episode, Bent On Better owners Matt and Lynn talk about how people often go in with the best intentions but wind up frustrated and unsuccessful.
Achieving your fitness goals has more to do with how you look at exercise than anything else. This podcast will help us reframe how we look at fitness and define it in our own terms.
In this episode, Lynn talks about her advocacy for pre and post-natal fitness. They also discuss strength training for the long term, how to build a proper foundation of strength, and why strength training is an important aspect of investing in your future health.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Or email me at Matt@bentonbetter.com
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The Bent On Better Podcast: https://goo.gl/C4dwqp
The Better Fitness Proof Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3FG0Afq
Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - About Lynn
02:09 - The passion for pre/post-natal fitness
05:50 - Keeping members out of pain
08:22 - Working as a team
09:42 - Something about wellness and fitness trends
10:37 - The proper fitness foundation
11:20 - Focusing on what works for you
13:00 - Strength training as an investment portfolio
16:10 - Knowing when to take time off
In this episode, Lynn discusses the importance of exercise during and after pregnancy. You'll also learn why strength training is a vital part of investing in your long-term health, how to get started, and how to keep going.
Matt and Nick talk about how to build a lifelong habit. Habits are powerful. If done correctly, they can help you achieve your goals and bring you to a place of comfort and happiness in your everyday life.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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The Better Fitness Proof Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3FG0Afq
Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
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Matt shares his experience training for and finishing a half-marathon. He also talked about his struggles during the course, his proud moment upon crossing the finish line, and how important it was to do cardio and strength training even when you're a runner.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Today’s episode deals with how Bent On Better has created an efficient workout program for our members that is safe and ensures longevity! Working out is a process and there are several steps to prepare yourself for a good day at the gym. So get your protein shakes, and perk your ears up as Matt and Nick walk us through what a good workout day SHOULD be like.
Picture this–you get to your local gym, pick up some weights and proceed with your usual high-intensity workout, you go home feeling fatigued and think to yourself, “Why haven’t I seen any progress yet?” Buddy, you might want to sit back and consider a more sustainable fitness program!
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Resource Guides:
The Movement Paradigm Dr. Arianne Missimer- https://themovementparadigm.com/about/
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:15 - Nick’s birthday!
08:11 - A walk-through on the Bent On Better experience
09:04 - Pre-session workout with foam rollers
11:38 - How muscles work with your joints
11:59 - Improvement in your warm ups after foam rollers
15:10 - Bent On Better’s warm up routine for members
17:30 - The training day pyramid explained
19:30 - What are Preparatory Repetitions?
20:40 - Major lifts for strength training
21:15 - Accessory lifts and trunk stability exercises
23:16 - Conditioning exercises
24:10 - Stability and balance exercises
26:01 - Why we do stability exercises
33:15 - Purpose of different workout shoes
35:17 - Benefits of going barefoot
36:32 - Letting yourself fail to push forward
38:39 - What is Personal Record/ Personal Best week?
40:09 - What Matt has learned as a Personal Trainer over the years
42:26 - New workout programs
43:18 - End with a stretch
46:20 - Wrapping it all up
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Matt and Nick talk about how to get started with strength training and actually stick to it. Strength training shouldn't be complicated, intimidating, or isolating. If you want to get stronger in the long term and have a good time doing it, Matt and Nick have suggestions for keeping things simple.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Matt and Nick talk about the top 5 ways to relieve muscle pains and recover faster in this episode. From knowing the right supplements, including steady-state movements, using foam-rollers, how to stretch correctly, all the way to the importance of sleep. Prioritizing these factors will leave you performing stronger and better for your workouts and daily life.
Recovery, specifically, taking a rest from working out, is something we at Bent On Better continue to prioritize in our members’ routines. Yes, that high-intensity workout is doing wonders for your fitness, but there are times when we need to learn how to pull back so we can keep pushing forward.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Resource Guides: Caffeine by Michael Pollan
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
04:30 - Why you should prioritize recovery
06:08 - Debunking detox fads
09:05 - Know your supplements
15:45 - Matt’s supplement recommendations
17:08 - Protein supplements available at Bent On Better
18:01 - L.I.S.S. (Low intensity, steady state movements)
19:04 - What is steady state?
20:35 - Low intensity workouts for recovery
21:50 - What’s a good intensity marker?
22:38 - Promoting good blood flow
24:50 - Instrument assisted soft-tissue movements
28:21 - Misconceptions on foam-rolling
31:02 - Why do we use foam-rollers?
31:38 - How to get the best use out of foam-rollers
34:22 - Prioritizing stretching
36:19 - Dynamic stretching vs. static stretching
36:58 - Including breathing techniques with stretches
38:25 - Knowing when to stretch
39:33 - Using “heat” to prepare for stretches
43:46 - How often you should do stretches
45:19 - Benefits of stretching
48:26 - Sleep as the best form of recovery
50:00 - Being mindful of caffeine intake
51:54 - How does caffeine work?
53:54 - Benefits of caffeine as a pick-me-up
55:30 - Prioritizing sleep over caffeine
59:40 - Breathing for recovery
1:00:45 - Wrapping it all up
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Matt and Nick discuss the importance of building a fitness habit that your body can sustain for the next several years without causing injury while also supporting your health goals and why strength training is the most effective approach to add longevity to your health.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Matt and Nick discuss how to eat the foods you love without feeling guilty while still meeting your goals. Learn more about determining your nutritional average, recovering from a holiday feast, and maintaining a positive outlook!
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:55 - Forever-friendly nutrition coaching
06:00 - Understanding your baseline for nutrition
09:14 - Creating your average to know where you need to be
15:34 - How to manage overindulging for the Holidays
17:40 - Staying away from starving
18:15 - Mindfulness around alcohol
20:20 - Being in control of the change in your life
25:40 - Know your servings
32:45 - Everything in moderation
35:44 - You can’t out-work a bad diet
36:28 - How to deal with a sweet tooth
38:40 - Recovering after feasting
40:26 - Plant-based proteins in the right servings
43:45 - “It’s never easy but it is simple”
44:20 - Wrapping it all up
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Matt and Nick go into detail about why runners should still need strength training so they can improve running performance, build resilience, and lessen the impact on joints and muscles.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Matt talks about how being vulnerable doesn't make you weak and how you can use vulnerability to empower yourself and help others.
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
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In this episode, Matt and Nick finally give us an answer to the much-asked question, “Which is better, foam rolling or stretching?” Although both are important aspects in helping you with recovery, it all comes down to how much time you have to execute a routine, what’s the best time for you to prioritize stretching or foam rolling, and what mindset you’re in for the day.
Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA where we help you lose weight, gain more energy, get stronger, happier, and healthier.
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamp:
00:00 - Intro
01:03 - Static stretching
01:45 - Nick’s answer to the main question
02:42 - How to prioritize stretching for a 10-minute routine
05:00 - How to prioritize stretching for a longer routine
06:30 - Cool-down stretches
07:35 - Stretching at the end of the day
08:30 - After-shower stretches
09:06 - Getting in the right mindset for stretching
10:11 - Wrapping it all up
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Join Matt and Nick as they talk about how you can use your body’s pain to your advantage. They’ll cover everything from understanding pain as a guide for your body to learning more about the body’s way of signaling when it is time to take a break and recover. So whether you are more into fitness or just cool stuff in general, you don’t want to miss this one!
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
03:33 - Mrs. April’s journey to recovery
06:08 - “Pain is not a requisite for growing older”
08:06 - Bent On Better’s pre-workout assessment
08:54 - Different causes for chronic pain
10:28 - Understanding body pain
12:00 - Knowing the mechanics of your fitness program
13:58 - Applying a workout to daily life
16:46 - Using pain as a guide
17:58 - The pain that actually gains
18:53 - Workout vs. Training
20:07 - Benefit of pain signals
21:56 - Treating discomfort from house chores
24:37 - Pushing your discomfort boundaries
26:07 - Showing up is better than not showing up at all
28:30 - Why you should prioritize sleep as part of your foundation
31:59 - Importance of hormone regulation
34:24 - “When you have pain, you are not broken”
35:40 - Wrapping it all up
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Today Matt and Nick discuss, the Best Exercises for Toning & Losing Weight. From toning up, reducing belly fat, losing weight, getting abs, improving chest or shoulders, building back muscles, and finally, how to tone your arms.
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Bent On Better / How-to / Fitness / Health
Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
Fresh Hip Hop by Trending Music
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Top questions for Bent On Better
01:30 - Best exercises for toning up
02:12 - Best exercises to get rid of belly fat
02:42 - Best exercises to lose weight
03:17 - Best exercises to get abs
03:34 - Best exercises to improve your chest
03:55 - Best exercises for a stronger back
04:12 - Best exercises to tone up your arms
04:50 - Best exercises regardless of your goals
05:27 - Wrapping it all up
Matt and Nick answer your most frequent questions about what exercises are best for toning and what exercises are best for losing weight. Truly, you must find something that works best for YOU, your lifestyle, your physical limitations, and your goals.
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In this episode, Matt and Nick talk about how parents can involve themselves with paving the way to a healthy lifestyle for their kids and young athletes. From managing the correct training load to the best meal options for your growing athlete–fitness should be a staple for all families!
As parents, we always want what’s best for our kids. It’s been established that as adults, we have to step up and become not only guides but an actual example for the right lifestyle but just how much more effort can we put into prioritizing our kids’ health?
The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
03:04 - Creating a better life for your children as a parent
05:41 - Prioritizing fitness as a regular routine for kids
09:15 - Matt’s message to parents of kids under 18
09:48 - How is fitness essential to life?
11:24 - Fitness doesn’t have to be a task
12:32 - Matt’s perspective on medical advice for reducing movement
14:31 - The shift on opinions in the medical field
15:48 - Influence of medical advice on young athletes
18:20 - What happens when young athletes lack guidance in their routine?
20:22 - Benefits of enrolling young athletes in strength training programs
23:36 - Managing young athlete’s training load
26:55 - Letting your kids unwind
30:40 - Leave it to the strength training coaches
32:45 - Difference between pain and fatigue
37:37 - Incorporating nutritional options in your household
38:55 - Building a sandwich with the best bread for you
42:29 - Know your peanut butter
43:55 - Are you ready for this jelly?
45:44 - Normalizing drinking water over juices
47:16 - Getting the right protein
49:06 - Meal replacement shakes vs. supplements
51:54 - Nick’s journey with trying to gain weight
53:45 - Prioritizing water in the April household
54:25 - Misleading food commercials
55:44 - Prioritize health beyond what we “think” is healthy
56:28 - Bent On Better’s Athletes Program
59:39 - Wrapping it all up
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"Should I Work Out When I'm Feeling Sore?" The Bent On Better podcast is back with a new segment where we give you quick tips on specific fitness questions you’ve been asking us! To kick things off, Matt and Nick answer whether or not you should continue working out after experiencing soreness or pain from a new workout. Find out exactly why movement is considered medicine and what happens to soreness at a cellular level within your own body.
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Directed, Edited and Shot by: Matt April, Nick April, Alysha Womack, Lynn April, Molly Jansco, & JaQuan Alston of JaQuan Productions
Starring: Bent On Better Small Group Personal Training in West Chester, PA
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder:
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Soreness from starting a new exercise
02:30 - Nick explains soreness
03:42 - Pain in a cellular level and how to get rid of it
04:25 - Getting back on track after experiencing soreness
05:40 - “Movement is medicine.”
07:32 - Matt’s message to the B.O.B. members
08:09 - Disclaimer for identifying soreness
08:43 - Wrapping it all up
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In this episode of the Bent On Better podcast, Matt and Nick talk about how to know if your cardio exercise is working as Matt looks back on his experience as a runner in a recent half marathon. They also discussed the wins and pains of strength training and the importance of building up your strength while training for competitions. It won’t always be a walk in the park with training (yes, even for athletes!). There’s always a chance to be better may it be at your respective sport or just plain ‘ol life. The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better every day.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Nick’s Certification for the Kettlebell
03:50 - Matt’s big win
06:15 - Relating to Bent On Better members
07:44 - Matt’s journey with running
09:05 - Breaking down running as an exercise
10:25 - Steady state cardio isn’t enough
11:49 - Living what you preach
13:08 - Repercussions of the marathons
16:01 - Importance of reflecting on your journey
16:35 - Matt’s first half marathon
17:20 - The Rocky Balboa Run
19:01 - Being mindful of your body to avoid pushing yourself into a painful place
20:13 - Adrenaline rush of a personal win!
21:40 - Being better equipped to speak on strength training
22:50 - Runners that are over 40
25:41 - Advantages of exposing your muscles to strength training
27:25 - Back pains from bad posture
28:57 - Importance of building resilience while training for competitions
29:59 - Learning from the past
31:11 - Vulnerability can be just as empowering
32:59 - A chance to be better
33:41 - Wrapping it all up
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The Bent On Better Podcast is the podcast where we fulfill our mission as fitness professionals in helping people improve their lives and become one percent better everyday.
How Much Should I Eat To Lose Weight? This is a very popular topic and question when it comes to fitness and weight loss. Many of the members at Bent On Better also struggle with this question, so we decided to sit down and discuss how eating the right balance of carbs, proteins, and fats can play a key role in your goals and success.
When we think of food that helps you lose weight we tend to think of fad diets, protein bars, or whatever top-notch supplement is available on the market. Although some of these quick-fixes CAN work for certain people, is there a way we can still lose weight without sacrificing the food we love?
In this episode, Matt and Nick break down the common misconceptions about food and fitness and how to incorporate nutrition as a “Forever” plan instead of a “For Now” plan.
Resource Guides:
Fresh April Flours by Lynn April- https://freshaprilflours.com/
Dr. Sandy Fowkes Godek- https://bit.ly/3nIpJPe
Lean Protein and Plant-based Protein Options- https://bit.ly/3KHAISK
Where Does Body Fat Go When You Lose Weight?: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/where-does-body-fat-go-when-you-lose-weight/
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In this episode, we get into the burning question, "How To Strengthen Your Core?" Matt and Nick talk about compound lifts, exercises that use multiple joint movements as part of your regular muscle-building routine. In this episode, we tackle everything from identifying your whole core to learning how to use these different muscles as a baseline so you can do your exercises better and easier (all while avoiding injury!).
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Crazy exercise hacks have been all the rage in the influencer and fitness communities! Incorporating fast and different movements have been thought to be the most effective way to change body composition but results aren’t always going to come out just like that – and honestly, there is a “Better” way to see progress.
In this episode, Matt and Nick talk about compound lifts; exercises that use multiple joint movements as part of your regular muscle-building routine. We tackle everything from identifying your whole core to learning how to use these different muscles as a baseline so you can do your exercises better and easier (all while avoiding injury!).
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - “Bulking” season
04:20 - What’s a compound lift?
06:30 - Influencers and crazy exercises
09:25 - “Move well so you can move better”
10:20 - It’s not about the weight but the intensity of the exercise
12:05 - Avoiding injuries by putting progress over perfection
14:20 - How to create habits by focusing on your identity
16:40 - Nick’s message to the Bent On Better members
18:00 - Practice when you’re not practicing
20:00 - Benefits of compound lifts
24:40 - Losing weight when you’re over 40
26:40 - Using your abdomen for compound movements
29:57 - How to reveal your abs
31:10 - What is your core?
33:10 - Exercises for core strengthening
38:18 - Matt’s message to the Bent On Better members
41:02 - Wrapping it all up
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As weight lifting gained popularity, so is the fear of many women that lifting a piece of kettlebell will make them look bulky or “Arnold-ish” (but hey, women with muscles look good too!).
In this episode, Matt and Nick get direct with addressing this fitness myth and finally give light to the many other factors involved to become a well-built adult.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:45 - Bringing back the Bent On Better Podcast
02:10 - Why the name Bent On Better
03:17 - 1% better everyday
04:51 - The short answer to the question
07:47 - Matt’s story (shorter version)
11:26 - Intentions and habits
12:30 - When do you actually gain weight?
16:36 - What happens if your body don’t have energy?
19:32 - The body knowing how to adapt
22:20 - On muscles and calories
25:02 - Strength training and women
28:54 - What’s wrong with 6 week program(s)?
29:38 - About lean body mass
31:30 - Getting the right nutrition
32:11 - The need to inform your doctor that you’re working out
34:00 - Why are electrolytes are important?
38:20 - Bent On Better’s prehab approach to fitness
40:30 - What to prepare for a morning workout?
42:43 - “Stop running.”
44:13 - How to get rid of body fat and improve lean body mass?
44:47 - Being patient with your progress
45:11 - Strength training as the foundation
47:00 - Morning routine checklist
49:50 - Taking some time off
50:00 - The importance of communicating with your coach
52:30 - Wrapping it all up
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The Bent On Better Podcast is back with new episodes coming your way! To kick it off, Matt and Nick, with some brotherly banter in the mix, discuss the benefits of strength training and how to make it sustainable so it can build muscle strength and endurance. In this episode, Matt also shares his personal story of how he became the person that he is today by taking actionable steps in achieving his goals and how his lifelong habits lead him to create Bent On Better with an advocacy of improving the lives of people through strength training.
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Want more info, or ready to get started?
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:11 - Bringing back the Bent On Better podcast
00:54 - Introduction of the first episode
01:22 - Future podcast topics
03:07 - About Nick April
04:50 - The prehab approach to fitness
06:13 - About Matt April
08:10 - The purpose of bringing back this podcast
09:43 - How do you build a lifelong habit
11:15 - Matt’s story
12:09 - Taking action to achieve goals
13:30 - From creating identity to building habits
15:48 - When you deal with pain on a regular basis
16:42 - On being patient with progress
20:11 - The same big movements
21:52 - Benefits of compound movements
24:13 - “Could I do this for five or ten more years?”
27:15 - "Is your diet sustainable?"
30:34 - Showing up
31:40 - "Keeping it consistent without going overboard"
32:52 - Is strength training sustainable?
37:03 - On Overcompensation
37:13 - A little bit about one of our coaches, Alysha
39:04 - Longevity mindset applied in other life situations
40:44 - Keeping things simplified to improve the longevity
41:26 - How to know when it’s time to make that change
42:29 - Hire a coach to help you make that change
43:04 - Nothing is going to change your life if you don’t change yourself
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from VIRTUAL Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode we will challenge you with the questions of; how has your fitness changed during quarantine, have you made some progress, or had some set-backs in your goals? Maybe you’ve maintained a steady level of fitness?
We will also cover physical and mental approaches and mindsets that can be taken into your first few weeks of the gym re-entry phase. We’ve also dedicated some time into talking about the current climate of racial equality and indifferences in our society, along with some steps we can take to create actions of change.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from VIRTUAL Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we discuss a few key ways that can be used to recharge or refuel when you feel you’re down to an empty tank and stretched super thin. We highlight handling levels of stress, how important it is to get quality sleep, and also provide some quality and beneficial ways to recover from day to day.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from VIRTUAL Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk at whether or not you should warm up, why we do what we do with our clients and members, and how to stay on top of your fitness during the shelter-in-place COVID19 lockdown.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from VIRTUAL Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk situational anxiety and we share some of our ideas for how to manage anxiety during the shelter-in-place COVID-19 lockdown.
Disclaimer The advice given in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice. If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health irregularities or symptoms of disorderly mental health, please seek help from a licensed medical professional.
If the COVID-19 lockdown has you feeling “off” or experiencing a different state of mind than usual, know that you are not alone! In this episode, we discuss a variety of helpful approaches to help overcome situational anxiety, including: establishing or adapting a routine, strategizing time management, the importance of self-care, and accountability. If you are looking for a quick review, we included some summary notes below!
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The COVID-19 lockdown has been a source of stress for many people; but, what exactly about it is so stress invoking? Certainly, every person’s situation is unique, and for that reason there are many possibilities. Our discussion focused on just a few of those possibilities.
Routines… They help reduce emotional stress on your brain and the often resultant manifestation of physical stress by creating organization; something your brain really enjoys. It is likely the COVID-19 lockdown has affected your daily routine as it relates to at least one of the following: sleep, hygiene, meal time, physical activity, and/or work productivity. While we might not be able to control everything, we do have the ability to give structure to some of those areas! To get some control back in your life, try setting 1) a wake-up time you can stick to day-in and day-out, 2) your meal times throughout the day, 3) a time to workout with a structured, weekly routine, 4) a consistent bedtime.
Routines help us manage our time. “Block scheduling” is a time management technique that can help you get organized and stay organized. Much like a calendar helps you remember significant dates in your life on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, block scheduling will help you remember significant routines on an hourly, daily, and weekly basis. Grab a notebook or spreadsheet to write out your daily or weekly schedule. Start by creating a timeline of the entire 24-hour day, or, if it is visually more helpful to create uniform spacing, you can separate one day into 24 1-hour blocks, or 48 30-minute blocks. Write in the various activities of your day during their respective time periods as they relate to routine, such as: “wake/morning,” “morning hygiene,” “breakfast/lunch/dinner,” “workout,” “work,” “play time,” etc.
Self-care is essential! Taking time for restoration, recovery, and other bodily nourishments will ensure your ability to continue optimal functioning! Physical and mental self-care are both equally as important.
Accountability will help keep you on-track during this time of derailment. We, your coaches, are an obvious “buddy” to call on when you need accountability; but, other significant figures in your life can also help give you the right motivation to continue on your journey. Find the right person or people whom help you be the best version of yourself! Whether or not you realize it, somebody is always watching you and noticing what you do, regardless of if you have asked that person to hold you accountable; however, by designating someone in your life as your “accountability buddy,” you will, in-turn, be more motivated to stay on-track. And best of all, there is a good chance you will also help internalize good, healthy habits within your accountability buddy!
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from VIRTUAL Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk at home workouts, how to find the best workout program, and how to stay on track with your goals during the shelter-in-place COVID19 lockdown.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk about your body composition, how to figure out your body fat and muscle content, and how to stay accountable with your body and goals.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk about what ti eat before and after your workouts, why eating one healthy meal may or may not help you lose weight, and so much more.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk about strength training workouts, how to know where you should workout, and what to do when you get off track with your fitness goals.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk about weight loss, the things you're doing (or not doing) that are causing you to plateau or not lose weight, and what to work on if you're trying to lose weight.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Matt April, Nick, and Alysha coming to you from Bent On Better, in West Chester - Near Malvern, Downingtown, Berwyn, and Glen Mills. In this episode, we talk about weight loss, goal setting, defining progress, and so much more with your fitness and health.
*Bent On Better is a small group personal training gym in West Chester, PA (near Malvern and also near Downingtown) where we help adults lose weight, get more energy, get stronger, get happier, and improve their health.
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Eating Healthy When Healthy Eating Isn’t A Priority In this post, I will discuss my top tips for eating healthy when healthy eating isn’t a priority for everyone around you. Eating Healthy When Healthy Eating Isn’t A Priority Today I want to talk all about eating healthy in a household where healthy eating isn’t a priority for everyone. […]
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Food Portions and Discipline In The Kitchen In this post, I will discuss my three steps for maintaining proper food portions and discipline in the kitchen. Food Portions and Discipline In The Kitchen Today I want to talk to you about food portions and discipline in the kitchen. Have you ever felt guilty when you indulge in your favorite […]
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The Benefits of TRX Training You will learn in this post: – What TRX training is – Why TRX training is one of the best training methods around – The benefits of TRX training The Benefits of TRX Training Today I want to talk about the benefits of TRX training. Last weekend I had the privilege of training with […]
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Healthy Snacking Tips In this post, you will learn all about: Healthy snacking ideas, healthy snacks to reach for at home, and how to make your own healthy snack. Healthy Snacking Tips and Ideas For Living Better Today I want to talk about healthy snacking, reaching for healthy snacks, and how to live a healthier lifestyle. […]
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The Health Benefits of Caffeine You will learn in this post: – The health benefits and side effects of caffeine consumption – Why caffeine consumption could help with sports performance – Caffeine sources and amounts – How To Make Cold Brew Coffee The Health Benefits of Caffeine for the Everyday Athlete Today I want to talk about the […]
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Health Benefits of Barre Exercises In this barre chat you will learn about: – The various health benefits of doing barre exercises, especially as a new or expecting mom – Getting back your “pre-pregnancy shape” – The importance of flexibility and core training pre- and post-pregnancy Health Benefits of Barre Exercises for New and Expecting Moms with […]
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Meditation Without Keeping Quiet In this post you will learn about: – Brittany Policastro of Beyond Asana – Osho Dynamic Meditation – How to meditate in less than 5 minutes, without sitting still and keeping quiet Meditation Without Keeping Quiet with Brittany Policastro of Beyond Asana In this episode I chat with Brittany Policastro of Living Beyond Asana about dynamic meditation, shaking it […]
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The Top 7 Reasons To Exercise What will be discussed in my top reasons to exercise: – Seven reasons to exercise – Locations to exercise – Types of exercises to consider The Top 7 Reasons To Exercise Today I want to talk about exercise and the many benefits to exercising. To begin, there are two main types of exercise that […]
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Three Ways To Live A Healthier Life My three ways to live a healthier life are: – Watch your calories – Learn to cook – Exercise Three Ways To Live A Healthier Life Today I want to talk about my three ways to live a healthier life. If you’re new to the blog, welcome! I’ve been waiting for you. 😉 […]
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Everyday Eating for the Everyday Athlete My everyday eating tips for the everyday athlete will cover: – Eating before exercise – Eating during exercise – Eating for recovery Everyday Eating for the Everyday Athlete Today I want to talk about everyday eating for the everyday athlete, the ordinary guy or gal who is determined to live a healthy life […]
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Healthy Eating Tips For The Holidays Top tips for healthy eating during the holidays: – Carb cycle – Build a better plate – Exercise Healthy Eating Tips For The Holidays Today I want to talk all about my healthy eating tips for the holidays. Now that Halloween is just around the corner, and with Thanksgiving and many […]
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Why Should I Eat Carbs? The Body Needs Carbs For: – Energy – Fitness and exercise performance – Fat loss – Muscle gain – Regulating the digestion and utilization of protein and fat Why Should I Eat Carbs..? Today I want to talk all about carbohydrates, also know as carbs. To start this post, I want to […]
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All About Lipids – Fats and Oils The Body Needs Fats For: -Energy -Structure and membrane function -Precursors to hormones -Cellular signals -Regulation of uptake and excretion of nutrients in the cells All About Lipids – Fats and Oils… Today I want to talk all about lipids, also know as fats and oils. To begin, I want […]
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Why You Should Eat More Protein The Benefits of Eating Protein: -Aids in weight loss -Keeps your full, longer -Helps build lean muscle -Gives your body the building blocks for life Why You Should Eat More Protein… Today I want to talk about the power of protein and why you should eat more protein. […]
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An Apple A Day Did you know? -Apples can help lower LDL cholesterol -Apples Can Help Shorten Colds -Apples Can Help Keep You Hydrated -Apples Can Help Improve Your Brain Power An Apple A Day… When I was a little kid, I can remember being told by my mom, my teachers, my elders: “an […]
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Be A Life Long Learner with Matthew Ibrahim a Bent On Better session In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Matthew Ibrahim of Mobility 101. In this episode we discuss practicing what you preach, improving your mobility, and staying hungry for knowledge by […]
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All About Nuts and 10 popular nuts you should consider adding to your diet! Today, I want to talk nuts; and no, I am not talking about ninth grade health class! Get your mind out of the gutter. This is a health and fitness blog, not anatomy class. Nuts can be a very good addition to […]
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The Importance of Water with Matt April a Bent On Better session In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is…me. In this episode I discuss the importance of water, the effects of dehydration, and some tips for fluid replacement for athletes. As the […]
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Improving Your Posture and Health with Dr. Brent Brookbush a Bent On Better session In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Dr. Brent Brookbush of the Brookbush Institute of Human Movement Science. In this episode we discuss weight loss tips and […]
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Vinyasa Yoga and Holistic Health with Colleen Boland a Bent On Better session “Any movement is better than no movement.” -yogis (Colleen Boland) In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Colleen Boland of LivingLeen.com. In this episode we discuss Vinyasa yoga and […]
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Physical Health and Basic Body Maintenance with Dan Allen, PT, DPT a Bent On Better session “No pain is all gain.” -Dan Allen In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Dan Allen. Dan and I chat about physical health and basic body […]
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Indulging In Moderation with Lynn April of Fresh April Flours a Bent On Better session “Team work makes the dream work.” -The Aprils (and other people, I’m sure) In this week’s session of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is my wonderful wife, Lynn April of […]
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Bent On Better: How to Accomplish Anything with Bob Cirino, Amy Chatwin, Eric Slaugh, Kat Musni Hello my friends, welcome back to Bent On Better, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness. With so many things happening behind the scenes with Bent On Better, I decided to make a […]
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Wake Up Call with The Josh Speaks a Bent On Better series In episode 020 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Josh from The Josh Speaks on YouTube and Josh gives us his 5 reasons for you you […]
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The Benefits of Eating Fat with Tanya Fraser a Bent On Better session “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. “ -Jim Rohn In episode 019 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, our guest is […]
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The Top 3 Benefits of Warming Up Wellness Wednesday with Bent On Better: The Importance of Warming up There are many benefits to warming up your body before performing a physical activity. The National Academy of Sports Medicine recommends that the cardiorespiratory portion of a warm-up last between 5 and 10 minutes and be performed […]
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Is Circuit Training Good or Bad? Wellness Wednesday with Bent On Better “Circuit training is a form of body conditioning or resistance training using high-intensity aerobics. It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise “circuit” is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program.”* Circuit training is optimal for any level of fitness, […]
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High Intensity Interval Training with Austen Gravett of Gravfitt a Bent On Better series Episode 016 “Believe in yourself, you are the dictator of your success.” -Unknown In episode 016 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, I chat about pushing through in high […]
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Possibility Thinking with John Maxwell (sort of) “Nothing issue embarrassing as watching someone do something that you said couldn’t be done.” –Sam Ewing Although I wish I could actually chat about possibility thinking with John C. Maxwell on my podcast, I will just have to settle for a short excerpt from his book. Today’s […]
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The Best Body Weight Workouts with Tee Major a Bent On Better session “No excuses.” -Tee Major In episode 015 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Tee Major. In this episode, Tee gives us the three best body weight workouts, ever! […]
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Three Simple Ways To Eat Better Today’s Wellness Wednesday tip is to help you live a healthier lifestyle Attention coupon shoppers, deal hunters, and “healthy” food buyers! So you’re a bargin shopper, huh? You scour the aisles for the best deals, your clip and save those coupons and you get THE BEST deals on your […]
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Train Hard and Train Smart with Henry Adell a Bent On Better session “Train hard, train smart.” -Henry Adell In episode 014 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Henry Adell. Henry says you must train hard and train […]
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Give Up On Giving Up I want you to GIVE UP on giving up. Forget about it. Thomas Edison said it so well, “many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” It doesn’t matter how slow you go as long as you don’t […]
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How To Discover Your Passion with Scott Smith of MotivationToMove.com a Bent On Better session “Life begins when you move.” -Scott Smith, MotivationtoMove.com In episode 013 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you, our guest is Scott Smith. In this episode, we tend to hover around the topic of how […]
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Our Aspirations Are Our Possibilities another Wellness Wednesday from Bent On Better What does it mean to aspire? To aspire is to direct one’s hope or ambitions toward achieving something. Now ask yourself, what is that something in my life? What is my passion? What is the one thing (or things) I love to do? […]
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Figure Out Your Passion with Joe Pardo a Bent On Better session “Society starts with you.” -Joe Pardo In episode 012 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Joe Pardo of Dreamers Podcast. In this episode we discuss why you need to […]
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Resistance Machines vs Free Weights Another Wellness Wednesday post from Bent On Better “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson Welcome to the place where better means becoming the best you. Today’s Wellness Wednesday topic is resistance machines vs free weights. This question was submitted […]
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Working Hard In Humble Success with Kyle Henley a Bent On Better session “The moment we let our accomplishments blind us to our weakness is the moment we fail. We are only as successful as we are humble.” -Kyle Henley In episode 011 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best […]
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Actions Now Lead To Results Later with Charlene Richardson (Henry) a Bent On Better session “Do something today that your future self will thank you for.” -Unknown In episode 010 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Charlene Richardson (formerly […]
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Most Effective Way To Warm Up Another Wellness Wednesday Bent On Better session Hey there! If you cannot already tell, this post is all about the most effective way to warm up. Today’s Wellness Wednesday session is brought to you by the new feature at Bent On Better, the SpeakPipe plugin. Not sure what I’m referring […]
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Learning Is Living with Mark Cirino a Bent On Better series Episode 009 “The strength that is found in our hearts will never be optimized until it is connected to other people.” -Les Parrott, You’re Stronger Than You Think In episode 009 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you, our guest is […]
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The Best 4 Ways to Improve Your Metabolism I want to tell you a short story before I get into this post. A few weeks ago, I was chatting with a friend of mine who was telling me how he wanted to lose weight. Now, just so I don’t throw him under the bus, we’re […]
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Getting Started in Fitness with Kat Musni a Bent On Better session “Your health is the foundation you build your life upon. When you feel strong physically it transcends into every facet of your life.” –Jillian Michaels In episode 008 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in […]
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The 12 Healthy Living Habits of the Super Fit To most people, living a super fit life may sound a bit daunting or challenging. What you must realize is that being super fit is not as challenging as you may think. Being super fit is not a hobby, it is not a destination, it’s a lifestyle built […]
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Developing A Mindset Of Gratitude with Eric Slaugh a Bent On Better series Episode 007 “If you want the final product, you have to want the process to get there.” -Eric Slaugh In episode 007 of the Bent on Better podcast, where better means becoming the best youin health, fitness, and overall wellness, my […]
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Live A Thoroughly Nourished Life with Amy Chatwin a Bent On Better series Episode 006 “No day but today.” -Rent (musical) In episode 006 of the Bent on Better podcast, where better means becoming the best youin health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Amy Chatwin and we discuss who to live a thoroughly nourished life. […]
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Expand Your View with Bob Cirino a Bent On Better series Episode 005 “I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all kinds of things you can’t see from the center.” – Kurt Vonnegut In episode 005 of the Bent On Better podcast, […]
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A Light In The Darkness with Jesse Jackson a Bent On Better series “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” -Mark Twain In episode 004 of the Bent on Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall […]
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Live In Your Strength with Kevin Dea of DEA Strength Training a Bent On Better series Episode 003 “Live in your strength.” -Kevin Dea In episode 003 of the Bent On Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Kevin Dea we discuss the importance of taking care […]
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Having Purpose In Life with Ryan Gulledge of NAYR Photography a Bent On Better series Episode 002 “Don’t wish for it, work for it.” -Unknown In episode 002 of the Bent on Better podcast, where better means becoming the best you in health, fitness, and overall wellness, my guest is Ryan Gulledge and we discuss the importance […]
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Healthy Body and Mind with Mario Tomic of ShockingFit.com a Bent On Better session “It is not that we have so little time but that we lose so much. The life we receive is not short but we make it so; we are not ill provided but use what we have wastefully.” ― Seneca, On the […]
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The Bent On Better Podcast with Matt April will be a weekly podcast, airing every Monday. Each week we bring you an inspiring person or message to help you realize how you, too, can become Bent On Better. Of course the word better is subjective, but I’m interested in the stories that can help […]
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