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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we break down and debunk the Top 5 Fitness Myths according to Seth.

  1. Protein Shakes Help You Lose Weight

  2. You Can Spot Reduce Body Fat

  3. Women Should Lift Light for More Reps

  4. Women Should Train Differently Than Men

  5. You Can Out Train a Bad Diet

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss how it's not selfish to put yourself first and how putting yourself first actually allows you to help more people than always putting their needs and wants ahead of your own

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss how when life knocks you down, how you respond when life knocks you down, and the process of picking yourself back up when things don't go your way.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss Non-Exercise  Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT). NEAT is the calories you burn daily when you aren't actively exercising, how your NEAT goes up during the warmer summer months and drops during the colder winter months. We also discuss ways to prepare for those colder winter months to avoid the dreaded  "Winter Weight Gain".

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss how progress is not linear. There are ups and downs, good days and bad days, and that as  long as you are getting in and moving your body, you will be getting at least 1% better each and every day.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss how your mindset  has a direct impact on how you approach all things in life, from health  and fitness to relationships and work.  

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss support systems,  or a lack of a proper support system, and how it can either help you  achieve your goals, or put on added pressure to stick to the plan when  your support system doesn't have your back like expected.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss the concept of  "cheat meals", or as we like to call them "indulgence meals", the  different ways to approach indulgence meals, and how to ensure an  indulgence here or there doesn't completely throw your progress off the  rails.

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In this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss how to best train for strength depending on your goals. We go over the Powerlifting rep range, as well as the Bodybuilding rep range, how they affect the body,  and which rep range is best for you depending on your individual goals.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we hit Part 4 of our 4-Part  Series on Know Your Macros. Today we're discussing the ways Alcohol  affects your body's ability to properly recover, and the different ways  alcohol affects your Metabolism, Sleep, Dehydration, Muscle Growth, and  Performance in the Gym

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss all things injury. How to prevent injuries, what causes injuries, and how to properly rehab from injury without sacrificing your goals, or the progress you have made up to this point.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we dive into Part 3 of a 4 Part Series on Macronutrients. Today we discuss the importance of High-Quality Protein in your daily diet, the Biological Value (BV) of Protein, and some great sources of some high BV Protein you should be consuming on a regular basis.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss the differences between anaerobic and aerobic training, how each training style affects your body, and which one you should focus on based on your goals

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we dive into Part 2 of a 4 Part Series on Macronutrients. Today we discuss the importance of Nutritional Fats in your daily diet, how Fats help boost your immune system, improve cognitive function, and increase your metabolism. We will also discuss the difference between Saturated and Unsaturated Fats, and which ones you should be prioritizing in your daily diet.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss the effects of cardio on your aesthetics, and the best way to utilize cardio to achieve your aesthetic goals.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we dive into Part 1 of a 4 Part Series on Macronutrients. Today we discuss the importance of Carbohydrates in your daily diet, how Carbs help fuel physical activity, and dig a little bit into the science of the body's natural energy systems.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast we discuss the importance of  sleep for your health and fitness goals, and give some tips & tricks  you can implement TODAY to get high-quality sleep

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast we go a little bit more into detail on Nutrition. Following up on our Nutrition 101 Episode, we discuss how to eat properly, and how to utilize exercise along with nutrition to achieve your goals.

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In this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss your Progressive Overload. We discuss what Progressive Overload is, and the different ways to achieve Progressive Overload in your training.

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In this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss your Recovery, and the importance of allowing your body to properly recover from exercise, stress, and daily strain. True adaptation happens when you allow your body to properly recover, including active recovery, passive recovery, and most importantly sleep.

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In this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast, we discuss your Grit & Perseverance, and how to push yourself through that mental wall that pops up whenever you're trying to do something that is challenging to yourself. When that wall hits, sometimes it takes more than just having somebody to push you, sometimes you need to dig deep, find that drive to push through, and come out on the other side.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast we discuss your Metabolism, what goes into whether your metabolism is slowing down or speeding up, and how you can speed up your metabolism through proper nutrition, and strength training.

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast we discuss Goals, and how the Action steps you take towards your goals directly determine your Results. It takes a lot of time, effort, and energy to achieve results, and each day you have an opportunity to take action steps towards your goals. Are you ensuring you're taking steps towards your goals, or are you running away from the action steps needed to achieve the results you're looking for?

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On this episode of the FREQ Talks Podcast we discuss Nutrition on a very basic level. We explain exactly what a Calorie is, a couple ways to determine your daily caloric intake, and how to handle grocery shopping to help you ensure you are getting high quality calories vs calorically dense, highly processed, foods.

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In this episode of The FREQ Talks Podcast, we interview the 2019 Spartan World Championship Qualifier Andrea Zenisek.

We hear about what how Andrea got into running Spartan races competitively, what it was like at the World Championships in Lake Tahoe, CA, and how coaching has influenced the way she approaches group training as a member and athlete.

Catch up with Andrea on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/andreaog1311

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In this episode of The FREQ Talks Podcast, we interview the Coach Gareth "G" Davies.

We  hear about what brought Coach G into Frequency Fitness, how his "WHY"  has changed over time, and the struggles and wins he's had on his  journey to changing his life for the better.

Catch up with G on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/garethduk1

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The audio on this episode is a little off. We apologize for this, we had some equipment issues and weren't able to get as clear of audio as we hoped. The content of the Podcast is still really good though, so you should definitely give it a listen!

In this episode of The FREQ Talks Podcast, we interview Phil and Tessa Palmer, the founders of Win Awesome Gear.

Win Awesome Gear is a local Charleston company that was founded in the midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic to help make fitness, and exercise, more accessible to people, in the Charleston area, by helping to eliminate the burden of cost to working out, and accessing exercise equipment, through crowdfunded raffles, which have included a $1400 year-long membership to a gym, a Concept2 Rower, Barbells, and other great raffle prizes!

We discuss how Phil and Tessa got into fitness, their struggles, wins, and where they are going in the future, and how WAG came into existence right before they got married.

Keep up with Phil and Tessa on their company Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/winawesomegear or on their website at https://www.winfitnessgear.com/

You can also join their Free Facebook Group, where their raffles are currently held, at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/winawesomegear

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In this episode of The FREQ Talks Podcast, we interview the head, and most beloved, coach, at Frequency Fitness, Marc Bilodeau.

We get to know Marc a little better, find out how he got into functional fitness, what led to his career as a coach, and where he wants to go in the future. You aren't going to want to miss this episode!

Catch up with Marc on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/marcsmash88

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In this episode of The FREQ Talks Podcast, we interview the man who started Frequency Fitness and turned it into what it is today, Jeremy Feldman.

Jeremy has since switched paths and has moved into the Charleston Real Estate market and is taking the skills and systems he learned from building and running, Frequency into Lively Charleston.

Catch up with Jeremy on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jeremy.feldman

And if you're looking to buy or sell a house, you can catch up with the Lively Charleston Real Estate Team at https://www.instagram.com/livelycharleston