Reasonably Fit

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Dr. Jen Fraboni (on mobility training and the importance of your breath) Sep 27, 2022

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Today we've got another highly requested guest in the house: Dr. Jen Fraboni aka @docjenfit!
Jen joins Reasonably Fit to discuss why mobility training is crucial to your overall health, how you can easily sneak mobility training into your daily life, and why proper breathing is often the missing link in improving mobility. There are so many great takeaways from today's episode and we think you're going to love it!
Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Follow Jen:

Instagram: @docjenfit
Website: jen.health

Ashley Mitchell (on making fitness more inclusive and holding multiple truths) Sep 20, 2022

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Today we're joined by Ashley Mitchell aka @blackgirlmagicmama! Ashley is in no particular order a fitness instructor, a non-profit founder, a podcaster, a social justice advocate, an educator, a mom, a wife, a friend, and so much more. In today's episode Ashley shares her experiences as a woman of color working in the fitness space, and she provides tangible steps for how we can work toward more inclusion and equity within fitness.
Links:

The Courage Campaign - consider contributing to this wonderful organization if you can!
Ashley's Instagram: @blackgirlmagicmama
Ashley's Teaching Schedule
Conversations in Courage Podcast

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak
RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Adriell Mayes (on unconventional kettlebell training) Sep 13, 2022

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Today we're joined by Adriell Mayes aka @everygotdamdre! Dre puts a unique spin on kettlebell training with a heavy focus on unilateral movements, rotational lifts, and multi-planar work. In this episode we cover his training methodology, some of our thoughts on the fitness industry as it stands today, and how kettlebells can be a valuable tool for everyone from very beginner lifters to highly advanced athletes.
Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Follow Dre:

Instagram: @everygotdamdre
TikTok: @everygotdamdre
Website: www.kettlebellfunctionaltraining.com

Sohee Lee Carpenter (on improving your relationship with food, fitness, and your body) Sep 06, 2022

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Our first guest interview is here! And today we're bringing you one of our most highly requested guests: Sohee Lee Carpenter!
Sohee joins Reasonably Fit to discuss how self-compassion actually leads to better results in the gym, why we binge eat and strategies for overcoming binge eating, and how to walk the line between being pro-body autonomy, but anti-diet culture. We think you're going to get a lot out of today's episode!
Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Follow Sohee:

Instagram: @soheefit
TikTok: @soheefit
Website: soheefit.com

Our Biggest Fitness Industry Pet Peeves Aug 23, 2022

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It's not in our nature to rant or complain, but when the question of what our biggest fitness industry pet peeves were came up, we suddenly found ourselves getting pretty fired up! Sometimes it feels good to get it all off your chest and that's exactly what we did in today's episode!

Trainers using their bodies as a means to sell their products (7:35)
When trainers say people are somehow more disciplined or motivated just because they train hard or go to failure in a few sets in their workouts (23.25)
Fitness professionals tearing other professionals down instead of offering their own unique perspectives (28:39)

Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Understanding RPE: How, When and Why to Use It! Aug 16, 2022

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RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) is something we utilize heavily in our programming, but there can be a lot of confusion around how to find the appropriate RPE, when to use RPE, and why we prefer RPE over exact percentages when it comes to a sustainable, long-term approach to training! Today we're breaking it all down in this deep dive into all things RPE!
Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Returning to Exercise After Illness Aug 09, 2022

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Whether it's just a little cold or a longer term illness, we've all had to deal with navigating how to return to exercise after some time off due to being sick. Today we'll share some tips on how to manage this both from a physical and psychological standpoint!
Links:

ACSM Article on return to exercise after COVID
RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

2022 Fitness Trends - What We Love, What We Hate, And Everything In Between! Aug 02, 2022

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We're taking a look at some of the biggest health and fitness trends of 2022, sharing our thoughts and opinions on them, and giving each of them a rating on a scale of 1-10!

Carnivore Diet (5:12)
Wearable Technology (12:32)
Home Gyms (22:11)
Inclusive Fitness (27:50)
Walking (38:50)
Recovery Equipment (40:49)
Resurgence of Bodybuilding (44:22)
Reverse Walking (51:00)

Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Our Top Nutrition Hack, When To Take Pre-Workout Supplements, What Are Deloads and How Often Should You Do Them & More! Jul 26, 2022

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Today's Q&A episode covers give of the questions we received from the questions sticker last week on our @jasonandlaurenpak Instagram stories.

What is your favorite nutrition hack? (7:35)
What are your thoughts on pre-workout and when should I take it? (14:00)
Is it okay to just want to maintain or do you always need to be trying to get gains? (20:15)
What is a deload, when should you deload, and how often should you deload? (26:50)
With all the “reasonably fit” talk, is it okay for those of us who enjoy training 6-7 days/week to continue this if we’re not feeling burnt out or injured etc. and enjoying ourselves?s (32:18)

Links:

RISE Program
Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources

Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod
Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak
TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak

Getting out of the "Crush Yourself" Mentality Jul 19, 2022

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If you feel like you need to "get crushed" in order to feel like you had a good workout, you're not alone - our culture is always promoting a "more is better" mentality - but this approach might actually be sabotaging your fitness goals. Today we'll talk about how a more purposeful approach to your workouts will not only help with consistency and sustainability, but will also help you to see more progress and make more gains in the gym!
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