HealthForce Podcast: Recent Episodes
Francis Ramsden
The HealthForce podcast was launched in order to give the audience a unique and factual approach to health and fitness, utilizing the latest science and research.
This program will be part education, part myth busting, and part fun.
Meal plans serve as a "non thinking" way for clients to achieve fitness success. But do some of the drawbacks detract from the overall prospect of success?
In this episode, we explore the rigidness of a meal plan and what may serve as a better tool for clients to achieve fitness success.
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Vince is someone whom I consider a friend. He recently started up Case Specific Meal Prep (https://www.csmppgh.com/) and I was happy to get a chance to sit down with him and have a chat about it.
I know this opportunity has filled a void for Vince. He is extremely passionate about this business and my hope is that this conversation further helps the audience understand the immense value of a meal prep service. I do honestly think, meal prep delivery services will give grocery stores a battle for market share over food in the coming years.
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Children going back to in person schooling, is becoming a reality for a lot of families across the United States. Setting the politics of "if they should, if they shouldn't" aside, what can families do to best insure their children have healthy immune systems?
This topic I find highly valuable not only during the COVID era, but should extend to all times. The family units across the United States are largely lacking leadership when it comes to fitness. The parents do not value fitness, therefore most children do not learn to value fitness. With childhood obesity and Type II Diabetes on the rise, it is time to step up and change this cultural error.
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As I have been suggesting, Fitness is the closest thing to the fountain of youth that we currently have. What is the reason most US Adults do not truly prioritize fitness in their life?
Type 2 Diabetes can be controlled, treated, and combated with exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle change. In this episode, we dig into the science on what type 2 diabetes actually is, and what happens when adults gain weight.
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A popular type of social media post I have seen is around deciding and selecting alcoholic beverages that keep in mind fitness or diets. While useful, I wanted to dig a little deeper than just an infographic. In this episode, we explore the impact of different alcohol options as well as strategies to minimize damage to your fitness goals.
I also firmly believe telling clients or individuals to just "stop drinking alcohol" is a very poor and impractical bit of advice. It is much more productive to help people with their weekend habits than trying to convince them to stay at home and be anti-social.
Wanted to do a quick episode about some of the other content we are creating on Facebook. We wanted to test out doing some FB Live and utilize it as an opportunity to do storytelling. If you would be interested in additional value from us, please check out our Facebook page @RamsdenEliteFitness and give us a follow.
Decided to have a fun episode. Found a link for 14 common fitness questions, and I gave my straight ahead truthful answers to each. This episode is one big wallop of value to the face. Great practical advice contained within.
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With the COVID lockdowns in place, I felt it would be helpful to talk about speed training. This episode will not exclusively be for high school athletes. There will be plenty of applications for those who want to improve their golf game or pick up basketball skills.
There has been a huge misconception about the proper way to increase athletic speed. We handle this misconception and clear up the confusion.
One thing that has become increasingly clear about the COVID19 outbreak, is that it most severely affects those who are older and/or have other health constraints. Age is one of them, but that is not in our control. One major factor that is in our control however, is our fitness. COVID is having a larger effect on obese individuals according to the data that we have.
Unfortunately, we take our health for granted. It takes a catastrophic event in order to wake us up and to get serious about fitness. This is pathetic and should not be required in order for us to care about fitness. Working out & eating well are such simple concepts, but they require time, effort, money, and prioritization.
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In this episode we discuss how most people continue to buy food from a grocery store and how changes to this may be on the horizon. When you look at fitness, it is tough as it is. Anything that brings extra value or makes something easier will be tremendously valuable.
A proper meal prep delivery service can simplify the nutrition aspect of fitness. Who wouldn't want fresh chef quality meals delivered directly to their door? This upcoming trend may be worth jumping on.
Hard hitting episode here! The COVID lockdown has allowed me to reflect a lot on our current society and the health crises we face. Coronavirus is but of one. There are more prevalent and long lasting threats to our health including the ever astronomical US Adult Obesity Rate.
According to the a Feb 2020 report from the CDC, the US Adult Obesity rate is 42.4%. We need to get serious now about tackling this issue. For a lot of individuals weight gain and the path to obesity is a creeping process. It happens slowly over time, which is what makes it insidious. It is my hope, I am able to convince others to make some lifestyle habit changes and I wanted to provided some insight on how to do exactly that.
You may be feeling overwhelmed or powerless during this time when many of us are under "stay at home" orders. But that is hardly the case. We can all use this time for introspection and development. We can still make fitness progress during this challenging time.
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Think you have a muscle imbalance? Perhaps one arm is weaker than the other? Maybe you have poor posture? We cover all this and more in today's episode of the HealthForce podcast. We provide a few tips at the end of how you may correct any muscle imbalances very easily.
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Dave Brailsford took over a poor performing England Olympic Team and accomplished winning 8 gold medals out of a possible 10 in 2008. Listen to this episode to learn about his concept of Marginal Gains and how you can apply this to your own health & fitness in order to reap similar rewards.
We listen to three advocates of lemon water and it's health benefits. We examine the claims and get to some hefty research at the end of the episode to arrive at our destination of - the truth about lemon water.
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We take on the question - is sugar more addictive than cocaine? There has been a large push on this narrative and so thus it is our duty to get into the science and discuss this issue. We are definitely in a low carb trend cycle currently, and so it is extremely easy to demonize carbohydrates and sugar in the current climate, but is the demonization valid?
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Prepare to be shocked. Things are not going as our society should want them to go. The obesity statistics in the US are painting a very clear picture, and I believe the root cause stems back to mindset and the approach we take to life in general.
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We take on a question from a listener about how to progress one's workout. When do we change rep ranges? When do we change weights? We tackle all that and more. We really get deep into the philosophy on this one. To follow more of our content be sure to follow our FB and IG pages - @RamsdenEliteFitness
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We briefly discuss the quality of audio and its potential impact on your workout, as well as the types of format including: music, podcast, audiobook., etc
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We have a problem in society. It is called instant gratification. We want things and we want them now. Impatience. This mindset will absolutely ruin any chance you have at long term fitness success. Give this a listen and make a change in your mindset today.
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Not to be taken as legal advice. However we wanted to explore possible solutions to a common theme cropping its ugly head again and again in esports...the goal is to begin an important conversation.
Contracts! (This episode can apply to any business to employee / employer relationship too!)
It seems no one knows what the hell they are doing from either side. Maybe legal advice should be more of a regular thing? Maybe honesty and tough conversations should be a regular thing?
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Pitt my alma mater!
Professor Yun-Oh Whang has invited me to his Sports Business Marketing class at the University of Pittsburgh where he interviewed me on several topics including: marketing, sales, branding, social media, and even some specifics on fitness.
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Got a juicy one today! Going to get very heavy into what our mental fitness philosophy is, and how we view it as necessary for esports athletes.
Obviously, mental fitness has wide ranging applications, but nevertheless we have decided to start with esports.
esports is ripe for the picking. It is still a wild wild west industry with no real "best practices" or standards in place....making this an excellent place to start. Enjoy!
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We have made previous podcasts before on proper dieting and exercising. But never like this.
All in one episode! Everything you need to do on the macro scale, if your current fitness goal is body fat loss and body re-composition.
Stop debating. Stop pondering. Start doing. This episode is your road map. Time to put the foot on the gas pedal.
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The American Psychological Association came out with new guidelines for Boys & Men and how to deal with them in therapy, counseling, etc.
The biggest takeaway for us is that the APA specifically mentioned four traits in which they deemed "on the whole, harmful".
Since facing backlash and pushback, the APA through it's Division 51, severely walked back their statements to the point that they are diverting, being untruthful, and not saying a whole heck of a lot.
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Jason Fung wrote a peculiar article on Fat Shaming and how the medical community is to blame for this.
We take issue with Jason Fung's article and how he pretty much uses it to push his theory on insulin being the cause for obesity.
We reject Jason Fung's opinion on this topic because it is false. Furthermore he is providing excuses to those suffering from obesity. In most cases, obese individuals should take ownership of their circumstances, not find excuses to blame.
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Happy 2019! We hope you are refocused for the new year. Without further ado, here is a quick template for fitness success this year.
It is only a guide and individuals nuances will matter and be different for each individual. But if you can agree on this premise, there is a lot of success you will be able to achieve this year.
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Happy to say that the Pittsburgh Knights are partnering up with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Huge congrats to our friends at the Pittsburgh Knights.
We have been working with them since February in a role designed around mental fitness for their competitive players.
Very excited for what the future hold in store for both the Knights and Ramsden Mental Fitness
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You know me by now....not a fan of trendy of fad diets. I don't believe diets need to be complicated.
There is however a benefit to derive from a small meal higher frequency diet. Think about any of those diets where they tell you to eat ever 3 hours and to eat like 6 times a day.
Yes a diet like that can give you one hell of a benefit. Listen to find out what it is.
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Big episode here! Lots to talk about.
What really is health insurance? What is it meant for?
Lastly, health insurance companies will be paying for your personal training soon. Trust me.
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Fascinating conversation with Paul around time, money, and nutrition. Where do individuals currently place health & fitness in their lives? What do their priorities looks like?
Come along for the discussion between Paul and I, as we tackle everything from his personal conversion to a healthier self as well as tips and tricks for busy individuals.
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Trend diet. Fad diet. Eh they are all the same nonsense in some form or fashion. Let's give it up for our guest today the Alkaline Diet.
Serious news about Dr Robert Young (naturopath) and implications on a recent judgement against him for $105 million.
We also briefly talk about health insurance.
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Here are four November 2018 thoughts.
1) 2015-2016 CDC Obesity Rates. Bad news. Serious bad news.
2) Difference between philosophy and ideology
3) Esports is still full of immature and entitled "kids". Even some 27 year olds deserve to be called "kids" in this context.
4) Hard work is a really good idea. Like universally, it is ALWAYS a good idea.
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Confused about what mental fitness truly is? We unveil the Ramsden Mental Fitness curriculum & methodology.
In this episode we define what mental fitness is, and why it is necessary to train it. Also how to train your mental fitness.
Lastly, we have created a hierarchy of 10 virtues that you should embrace in order to find happiness and fulfillment.
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Decided to do a spontaneous episode on what I am calling the 9 Deadly Sins of Health & Fitness in a 2018 world.
Some of these may be obvious....others may require more brain power to ponder.
I also include solutions to each of the 9 deadly sins. Give it a listen.
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Marketing and sales are largely being driven by emotional marketing in a 2018 world.
The emotional aspect of fitness is being taken advantage of.
There are several psychological principles that salesmen use in order to acquire your business. Are you being taken advantage of in the health and fitness industry?
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It seems like there are a million people telling you a million ways to eat your food for the "ultimate fat loss plan".
A lot of these resources are misinforming. The punchline is - the way your structure your daily meals is rather unimportant compared to the bigger picture of how much you are eating per day.
This podcast gives some tips on how to structure your daily meals with a common sense approach. Not surprisingly, there are multiple ways to accomplish this.
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I don't want to make REF or RMF about me personally. I am always looking at the client and aiming to provide them with vast amounts of value. Profit and all that junk comes secondary as a result of good work.
On this memo, I lay out my vision for the future and put myself on blast as to my long term career ambition.
Time to get back to work. Enjoy. May this podcast inspire you to think large.
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I wanted to take sometime to go a little deeper on a topic that I am super passionate about. The perception that I give at different times and why that is.
Podcast Fran vs CEO Fran is my attempt at explaining the difference between delivering a message in 30 seconds (podcast) and delivering the same message in 12 months (clients paying for services).
Two different scenarios require two different approaches. It's not acting or fake....
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Scott Robles joins Mike Dunn and myself to get into a discussion on mental fitness and some of the key proponents.
Topics range from positivity, mentality, to esports.
Having meaningful conversations has long been a goal of ours at Ramsden Mental Fitness. We feel that this is the first of many that will come.
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It's a bit unfair at times, but nevertheless, most unhealthy food tastes absolutely amazing.
Did you know there actually is a bit of science to explain this phenomena.
The GI tract and brain are more connected than you believe.
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There is a fair amount of marketing wrapped up in human psychology. You may or may not be aware of it, but it certainly makes fitness marketing look a lot more like fitness persuasion.
I share a couple examples from the book "Influence" that you may be surprised to hear. Don't be a victim. Seek out the underlying persuasion.
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Gary Taubes and other keto/low carb advocates suggest that obesity in America is a problem that we don't understand. Instead of excess food or lack of activity, they posit they carbohydrates are the primary cause of obesity hence the Carbohydrate Insulin Model of Obesity.
It sounds cool...which is why it probably has gained some traction. But as you will hear we go through new research and studies sponsored by NuSI (advocates of the CIM Model).
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Sleep. What an episode folks.
Matthew Walker is the Founder/Director of Center for Human Sleep Science. He appeared on the Joe Rogan Podcast and had a brilliant conversation with Joe for two hours on the science on sleep.
While we think Walker may be a bit to concrete on his guidelines currently, we cannot deny his intellect and experience in the matter. We analyze part of the interview in this episode.
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From time to time on the HealthForce podcast, we get to dig deep into topics such as chiropractic, mental fitness, and nutrition. These conversations can be very intense and thought stimulating.
To offset these heavy philosophical discussions, it's probably a good idea to have some on very practical straightforward topics.
This memo podcast being one of those...
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We do an overall summary of your fitness options in 2018.
We cover traditional gyms, small studios, bootcamps, etc. The purpose is to show and uncover trends and statistics and perhaps why consumer behavior is shifting.
What do you currently do? DM us on FB and IG @RamsdenEliteFitness
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I could barely contain my passion on this one....actually come to think of it....I let that passion loose baby.
I rant off on how most fitness solutions currently being offered are only pieces to the puzzle. They don't address the glaring needs that most people lack. To me, it is clear as day.
Fitness marketing little by little is eroding self esteem and accountability. One day very soon, most of the companies and business models you see will be gone.
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Chiropractic care revisited.
We take a skeptical angle as we examine one of the most popular alternative medicine practices in the United States.
What exactly does a chiropractor do? What is there education?
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Wowza. What an interview we have for you here. Take some time to relax and perk those ears up folks
Levity is located in Squirrel Hill, PA. It boasts two float rooms which both contain a sensory deprivation tank.
This is by far the most unique experience I personally have ever done, and is currently the one thing I think everyone should try at least once.
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Ramsden Elite Fitness has launched a new service called Redemption.
The interesting part about this podcast is explaining the social experiment at play here. Come prepared to listen very intently! This is a very heady podcast.
Perk those ears up!
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There are a lot of people doing things they are not passionate about.
One of the most growing trends of status is - you have to be a business owner to be cool. Not only is this far from the truth, it's flat out absurd.
Its ok to be a shitty businessman. We all don't have to do the same things to be cool...
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We continue with part 2 of our conversation.
Be sure to listen to part 1!
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We introduce Mike Dunn, a mental fitness specialist at Ramsden Mental Fitness.
We go through a variety of topics including why he got involved and how he thinks Mental Fitness can benefit everyone. Enjoy.
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What? A new organ has been found?
That is what some claimed last month when they stumbled upon what they are calling - the interstitium
Fluid filled sacs that were not known to have existed before a new microscopic technique was performed. Get the scoop in this podcast episode.
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If you have tried to get up early in the morning to workout....but failed...this podcast is for you.
Learn practical techniques and tactics to help get yourself going in the morning.
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We will start introducing new talent, voices, and ideas on the HealthForce podcast. Consider this an expansion of our interview series...
There is not just one person behind the Ramsden Elite brand. We will begin showcasing other individuals and their mindsets on both physical and mental fitness.
In this short episode, see why Dan Massimino decided to go all-in on Mental Fitness.
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The need for mental fitness has never been more clear.
Today's episode digs into the surveys and statistics surrounding the current mental health....yes that's right mental health landscape.
Why talk about Mental health? Because individuals in this polarized category are not getting help...what do you think that means for the people in the middle?
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Sales sales sales. What a tough aspect of running a business.
We delve into our company mindset when it comes to sales and marketing and hopefully you are able to pull value from us and incorporate some of these principles into your life, job, or business.
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Individuals need a heavy dose of perspective on the cost of fitness....and so we have delivered.
This is not a sales pitch. Don't be confused or twist the intent here!
There are far too many individuals scared and assuming the cost of fitness is only for rich people. We merely attempt to smash through those excuses by using real numbers and financials.
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When you think of the common excuses made for the lack of an exercise routine, which are the ones you think of?
For us, we notoriously hear - "there is not enough time"
The aim of this podcast is just to get you to think. Perhaps you would be somebody who could trade an hour of sleep for an hour of exercise...
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Protein is the number one macro-nutrient in our opinion. Unfortunately the majority of you are under-consuming protein.
Following suggestions from research, each individual should strive for about 1g of protein per pound of bodyweight....per day.
This means if you weight 140 pounds...you should eat 140g of protein per day. If you weight 225lbs...225g of protein per day. Find out our tips to help make sure you consume enough.
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Working out when you are sick? Cool story....we answer this question on today's episode of the HealthForce podcast.
Turns out, there's a large range of illness, so depending upon the type of "sick" that you are.....could dictate whether exercise would help or harm you.
We wrap up with supplementation that can boost the immune system! Enjoy!
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I wanted to get ahead of something before it becomes a grossly misunderstood.
The word "mental" in Mental Fitness should not cause a negative knee-jerk reaction in yourself. If it does.....you are thinking traditionally about the word.
Don't make the mistake of writing off Mental Fitness because you think it is some form of Clinical Mental Health....
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Ambition blurs the insignificant things in life. Listen to this story from St. Patty's Day morning.
For me....there are things that contribute to the happiness in my life and there are things that do not.
Becoming aware of each thing and how to fill my life with the positive, is a timeless piece of advice I would encourage you all to pursue.
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Most companies try to hard sell their information. They think they create the best fill in the blank ever....
Most of the time this is purely marketing and hype. At Ramsden Elite Fitness, we are focusing on selling our culture and infrastructure not tactics or information.
The HealthForce podcast is the best example of us putting our information for free.
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This podcast is going to be a banger!
Get all of your questions about bootcamp, Barre, CrossFit and more in our 2018 Trendy Fitness Guide.
We cover the pros and cons of each plus add in biased commentary as to how there are better options available than what's merely "popular". Enjoy!
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Context context context. I'm a big fan of repeated three word sentences? Seems so.
Everyone wants to debate and cite research nowadays. The issue is most of us hardly do it appropriately or accurately. You don't just get to say "well ONE study showed...." and presto.....everyone believes you.
No no no. It is about the overall body of research. Lean on peer reviews and meta-analyses. Understand that sometimes research is also inconclusive.....or done poorly.
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We explore the thought process behind tracking calories and why we believe it to be a non-negotiable component for anyone serious about achieving their fitness goals.
The importance of tracking calories is paramount to success....if the following are true:
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calories are most important metric when it comes to nutritional programming
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having a daily estimate of caloric intake is valuable knowledge
The end. It is really that simple.
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Stress is a choice. You don't have to suffer from stress attacks or anxiety. You have the ability to take action.
What do you do to combat stress? You may be one tactic or technique away from unlocking stress free living....
The worst thing you could do is to just accept your current reality and allow yourself to be unhappy. Take action and work on freeing yourself today.
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Part 2 on the human brain. What do you think about brain power?
What are the limitations?
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Will Gary Taubes give up now? I am curious to see how much longer the keto zealots will hold onto the incorrect theory that insulin is the main driver of obesity.
A new low carb vs low fat study has just been released. It shows no significant different in results after 12 months. Furthermore, it rules out genetics or insulin playing a role on the fat loss. P.S. The group that Taubes co-founded was contributed to the execution of the experiment. So what does that say?
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Part 1 of 2 on brain power. Crazy memo about the human brain, it's potential, and some insane anecdotal accounts of some amazing feats.
Don't get it twisted...I am not proclaiming this podcast topic to be heavily based in fact. It is not.
I am merely wanting to open up some discussion and intriguing potentialities of the human brain
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Concepts such as New Year's resolutions can 100% be a viable option for individuals. You just have to know the type of person you are.
For some, having a specific start or reset day never works. It doesn't trigger the right mentality changes....and you quit in 4 days.
For others, the clarity of the goal is best defined when a clear cut start date is identified. How do you best start new habits?
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16 weeks of training baseball and softball athletes. I have learned some things along the way and had a blast doing so.
This episode encapsulates 3 lessons learned from training youth athletes. The sad part.....only 1 of the lessons actually came from the kids.
Obviously, there were a lot more positive and negatives that I experienced during these 16 weeks....but these three lessons stood out the most to me.
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If there is one mentality that I could supplant into your mind it would be this....provide value to others.
I am shocked by the amount of people that fail to realize why the idea of karma has been around for as long as it has. It is fundamentally rooted in producing good for the world.
As business after business focuses solely on profits and shareholders, you will begin to see a reckoning. It is completely unsustainable to have businesses produce very little value to the end consumer....
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With the advent of the internet and technology, you are no longer able to remain anonymous or hide your secrets.
My big message is....be wary and careful of everything you say into the camera. If you are somebody peddling pseudoscience it WILL catch up with you.
Reputation is everything. Do not be afraid to speak boldly about things in which you know or truly believe. But do not sell out yourself to make a few bucks.
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There is one thing that all fitness fads have in common....they are short term.
Part of the reason is because they will never work for the long term, so these companies never market to you in that way.
My question to you is....why are you still doing things that won't benefit your 12 month self? Every single change you make should be helping long term not short term.
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If you are unsure of how to create a proper fitness routine, give this quick memo a listen and try out full body weightlifting cycles.
You will train full body every session. The number of repetitions will rotate or change frequently.
This is a quick way to get a great session in at the gym
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Ok! Here we are!
Mental Fitness gets fully defined in this 1hr + podcast. We talk about:
how mental fitness is different from mental health, how mental fitness is proactive not reactive, Everyone can increase their mental fitness, Mental Fitness training is NOT for those who are weak, depressed, or generally do not have great mental faculties, Mental Fitness is definitely not instructed by traditional clinical mental health professionals (i.e. psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, etc)
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A general principle that you can apply to both your professional and personal life is empathy.
Instead of arguing endlessly, why not try understanding where are others are coming from? You can still disagree with them....
I believe that our society needs a "Re-Enlightenment Period". We seem to have mostly lost the ability to think critically. We allow marketing to manipulate our emotions and blind us to facts.
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Momentum is literally make or break. It can build you up or tear you down.
In this episode, I describe a little way for you to think about momentum. Metaphors can be powerful when they are easily understood.
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Don't be afraid to work up front. There is nothing wrong about a delayed ROI (return on investment). Work for free if it makes sense.
Internships, volunteering, and collaborating on projects that you actually would enjoy doing, are amazing opportunities. Don't let society deter you from seeking joy.
Sometimes if you work hard and get a bit of good luck....you can make a career change happen from working for free up front with zero expectation in return.
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Holy smokes....H20 is the center of a lot of controversy today. Raw water? Alkalized water? What the heck are these?
We cover all the bases. Definitions, research, science, and third grade biology are essential to understanding both raw and alkalized water.
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In an age where sell outs are everywhere....integrity is more important than ever.
I believe most people underestimate their personal reputation in 2018. The internet exposes everyone....you cannot hide your past mistakes.
So for my ambition and my plans, my personal health & fitness integrity is paramount to me.
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Cheesy? Absolutely.....but this tactic will provide you with a short burst of motivation.
See the thing is....many people think you can create ever lasting motivation. The truth is you cannot. Long lasting motivation is a mindset and headspace.
You can't just throw on your favorite jam and except to be hyped up all day long. But....can you get a jolt for the next 30 minutes to an hour? Yup.
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I am literally so excited about the future of this industry. I wanted to take some time to talk about mental fitness. I outline my initial thought process in this memo podcast.
Mental Fitness is not the same as mental health. Mental Fitness is creating the proper mindset to deal with day to day stressors and sadness.
Give it a listen....and if you have thoughts please share at ramsdenelitefitness@gmail.com or
DM us on IG / FB (Ramsden Elite Fitness)
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Flu season.....ugh.
The flu shot vaccine is a yearly routine for some. In this podcast we examine a potential way for you to increase the effectiveness of the flu shot.
We also briefly discuss the immune system in general and some steps you can take to attempt to maximize your illness fighting ability!
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What's your reasoning or thought process behind doing really dumb things? Each of us has a specific weakness or area of vulnerability. Let's have a very real conversation about each of ours.
Most individuals flat out play short term results and never even play for the long haul. It can sound boring to say "commit for the next 12 months". There's only one problem with finding that boring.....
It works....straight up. So.....what is the dumb shit you are currently doing?
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I have a very important message about the gym to those with New Year's resolutions. I promise you, that you will find this tip enlightening.
I am actually a huge supporter of New Year's resolutions, despite the fact that I never actually create any for myself.
But I will always support change, especially change for the better. When it comes to the gym, please follow this little bit of advice!
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It is easy as hell to blame your failures on something else. Something external. But easy doesn't always pay off.
Take control of your life. All of it. Everything.
Quit blaming your health conditions on "sugar", "gluten", or "GMOs". The science is clear.....this isn't one villain causing obesity. Blame yourself so that you can control the outcome.
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Do you think there is a duty to stand against immortal business? I'm speaking specifically about businesses that take advantage of you and your health.
Is not buying merely enough?
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I know I know. This might seem out of left field, but this will be one of the most interesting podcast episodes to date.
eSports is blowing up. The money, the fame, the competition, all of it. This episode dives into eSports and stress.
eSports professionals like any other experience high levels of physiological and mental stress. My hope is you will listen to this podcast and be able to relate to the stress you face. What are you doing about your stress?
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Lifting weights is hard. It is complicated. And unless you are a health & fitness professional it can seem like torture to try to create an effective workout routine.
The truth is most people do not possess the knowledge to make an effective workout program on their own. Luckily, there are some ways you can get a workout routine for free.
Lastly, I address how we personally handle weight lifting strength plateaus and some of the things you should be doing every 4, 8, or 12 weeks.
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Pruvit is a company that sells exogenous ketones. It is a supplement they claim will help burn more fat. We take a look at the physiology of this process, then render our opinion.
Additionally, we take a look at the keto diet in a broad sense. Is it truly a diet that is superior to a standard balanced diet?
Finally, we compare the data and research on low carb diets vs high carb diets. We expect you to be surprised and shocked to learn about what the data says...
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Cleanses and Detox protocols are popular this time of year. Do you think a holiday detox is required in order to recover from the holidays?
Over consuming cookies might mean you have gained some weight, but going about reversing it is very different from what you may believe.
Enjoy learning the truth about holiday detox!
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Is it possible to over-consume healthy food? I often see charts and graphs trying to explain this topic. I do believe it is an important topic and should require your attention.
Diets such as paleo, keto, and Atkins all rely on food choices....not the quantity of food. Could this be a massive mistake?
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There may be nothing more fierce in 2017 than a low carb zealot. They wield passion and insults like fire. They are on a mission to CONVERT. They want everyone to follow them.
The issue with low carb zealotry is that their dogma blinds them to reality. They are unable to critically think about practicality.
Enjoy this short story and rant on low carb diets.
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In order to be successful you must be able to recognize your short term predicaments.
Priorities may or may not change for you. The busier your life the more complex your situation may be.
The following is a universal truth though.....your actions must map out to your current goals. Learn to recognize your scenario and to self analyze your behaviors.
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Interview with a twist. Super pumped about this one. Fully loaded with content that you might want to listen twice.
Daniel Massimino is a young entrepreneur in the Pittsburgh region who gives us his take on items such as complaining, hard work, education, and how to break the mold of society.
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A fellow PITT grad and colleague of mine Nate Blazevich sits down to discuss high school athlete's and the types of training they should be doing.
We crush through a lot of great content including some of the biggest mistakes young athletes (and their parents) make when training.
Finally, we talk business. The entrepreneur is a rough road despite the glamour it now receives on the internet.
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A funny thing happens when you treat people with respect....you get treated kindly in return.
Instead of going into every little interaction trying to "sell" yourself...try listening and helping. The payoff is larger than a one time sale.
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Dr James Winer passed away over the weekend. He was an alternative medicine doctors with whom I agreed on very little...
But, his followers have risen up and demand we all acknowledge the conspiracy that the government killed Dr Winer. Wait what?
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We analyze the CVS Aetna Merger and what it means for our healthcare future.
$69 billion is a massive acquisition and could signal what lay ahead both in the short term and long term.
Will CVS look to make real landscape changes or will they squeeze more profit out of the current structure?
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Uh oh. With the new guidelines more than 50% of adults are expected to be diagnosed as hypertensive. What do these new blood pressure guidelines mean for you?
This is actually a good thing and we are happy the goal posts have moved. There needs to be a shift away from treating symptoms and more focus on preventative measures. These new guidelines will help in this area.
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Every business will deal with upset customers from time to time. How do you deal with them? Here's what I do when customers complain about our product or service.
You may be surprised to learn the mindset in which I believe is correct in dealing with disgruntled customers.
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Many of us know we shouldn't rely on other peoples approval in order to feel accomplished....but that doesn't stop compliments from feeling good. Internal motivation is the counter balance to external motivation.
You have to wake up every single day and love what you do. If it is a chore to "follow your passion", then I've got news for you: IT IS NOT YOUR PASSION
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It's "cool" to be a business owner in the year 2017. Everybody wants to brag and show off on Instagram how hard they work and hustle. Well.....hustling isn't sexy.
Working hard is not an image you should be dying to portray to all your friends and family on social media. It is not something you brag about. Most people are more obsessed with pretending to work hard.....than ACTUALLY working hard.
The truth is....hard work is tough.
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Counting calories is not hard. In fact, it is easier than ever to do in 2017.
It would take you less than 10 minutes a day to record calories and macronutrients if you utilize a free app like MyFitnessPal.
The info you would be tracking is just too paramount to success in my opinion to skip. It's not hard. Do not make excuses. Either do it or do not.
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How often have you tried to create recipe alternatives that were a bit healthier than the traditional dish? How did it taste?
We are obsessed with trying to turn traditional meals at holidays into healthier versions of themselves. Unfortunately, these alternatives usually taste awful.
We give some perception for the upcoming holidays. It is not one day but several that create results.
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How many of you complain that - "eating healthy is too expensive" ?
For quite some time there has been there false narrative making the rounds....that unless you spend a lot of money, one cannot eat healthy.
This statement is so short sighted and misguided. We have plenty of options at our disposal.
We explore one grocery chain that is revolutionizing the way we can eat healthy for a low cost. And no....it's not Whole Foods and Amazon....(yet ^^)
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How much time do you waste per week? How about per day?
Sitting in traffic is one of the most frustrating things to experience. Times are changing though and convenience in 2017 should be a top priority for all businesses.
How do you provide convenience to your customers?
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You are not the only one on planet earth with "good ideas". Ideas are commonplace. Execution is not.
If you are not taking action on your ideas.....you might as well never have them.
For if you take no action, somebody else will.
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Weight loss and weight gain is most simply stated as an equation between the amount of food eaten (calories) and how much energy is burned off. In this episode we explore why you should be tracking calories.
Information is king no? Why would any individual not want access to information that would lead to better decision making when it comes to health and fitness?
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Are we really that stressed out? What role does stress play in our lives in 2017?
Often times, we let circumstances dictate our lives instead of the other way around. We have to take the bull by the horns and make something for ourselves.
Listen to this quick memo to learn about yourself and how you handle daily stresses
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The quickest and fastest way to show your boss or others that you are a negative team player is by having ZERO accountability.
You don't get to blame others for all of your failures. You must OWN them all.
The same happens in business....I watch plenty of business owners firsthand on a regular basis deflect and blame others for any problems. They accept zero role in outcomes and would rather throw others under the bus.
This is just such a losing play both short term and long term. I implore you to think of others. Look for win-win scenarios and deals. Be the bigger person so to speak.
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How healthy are green smoothies? Are they better than a multi-vitamin for providing the body with nutrients?
In this episode we listen to several pieces of audio touting the benefits of green smoothies. Furthermore we get into top 10 lists of the benefits.
Finally, as always, we wrap up with my opinion on the subject and cite a few articles to back up my position.
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The perception of health is one of the most common mindsets we are experiencing today.
More people are interested in pretending to be healthy than actually being healthy. More people want to brag about their trainer than actually working hard with their trainer.
We need to move to a place where our actions back up our goals. Pretending is not the same as achieving. We all need to be better. Trainers need to be better. Clients need to be better. Humans need to be better.
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How do you determine whether you should be shutting it down or continuing to push forward?
We discuss how to evaluate health, illness, and fatigue in regards to any long term plan. Could be a business, an off-season workout program, writing a book, etc.
Do not buy into the hype that you never are allowed to "be sick". Or that it is somehow heroic to operate at a level in which you are ultimately being unproductive.
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The HealthForce memo is a short form audio program that will deliver 5 to 10 minutes of content directly to your face.
No fluff. No distractions.
We kick off Memo #1 with defining hard work. This is one piece of the success puzzle, but probably the one piece that you are MOST in control of.
Listen to Memo # 1 for some takeaway actions or thoughts.
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The future of physical therapy is certainly something that is hard to flat line predict.
Instead of making Nostradamus like projections, we seek to begin the conversation about contentment, status quo, and value proposition.
What are your experiences with physical therapy? Share my sending personal stories to ramsdenelitefitness@gmail.com
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