The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast

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S1 EP28: Meal Prep Tips & Tricks For Real Life Jul 02, 2019

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This week's episode is an important one relating to the subject of nutrition. A lot of people feel that nutrition is one of their biggest hurdles. So, in today’s episode, we’re going to talk about 5 tips to help prep meals for the week ahead.

Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode:

Preparation is key to success.
What happens when you prepare something in advance and then decide you don’t want it when the time comes.
Individualizing meal prep.
Choosing your protein for the week.
Portion sizes.
Crockpot cooking.
Dinner planning.
Freezing food ahead of time
How to shop for food

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S1 EP27: Why Skinny Doesn't Always Mean Healthy Jun 25, 2019

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In this week's episode, we’ll talk about our reactions to Tanya Gold’s article on Nike’s new plus-size mannequin. Listen in to hear what we have to say about what a healthy body really looks like, why you can’t judge someone’s health by outward appearances, and why the goal should be to get healthier, not thinner.

Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode:

Tanya Gold’s article on Nike’s plus size mannequin.
What healthy looks like.
Why you can’t judge health by outward appearance.
What it means to be healthy.
Health markers.
Why it’s not lucky to be thin and not take care of your body.
Fat shaming.
The science behind why some people gain weight more easily than others.
Athletes can have different body types.
Health crisis vs obesity epidemic.
Changing the goal from being thin to being healthy.
Working with your body instead of against it.
How to talk to someone about working on their health.

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S1 EP26: Common Isn’t Normal: Peeing During Workouts Jun 18, 2019

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Let's talk about a very important topic, pelvic floor health. In this week's episode, we’ll talk to pelvic floor expert Angie Dorr Robertson about how to deal with this problem and how to recover.
Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode:

How Angie got interested in the topic of women’s health and pelvic floor health.
Why conversations about pelvic floor health are important.
The most common symptoms and complaints Angie sees in her clients.
What causes urine leakage.
How breathing plays into pelvic floor function.
Whether pelvic dysfunction can be cured.
How pelvic dysfunction can present the same way in different people but have different causes.
Strengthening treatments for the pelvic floor.
Exercises that people who have a weak pelvic floor can do on their own.
The differences between abdominal separation and pelvic floor dysfunction after pregnancy.
Helping women learn more about pelvic floor health and advocate for themselves.
Additional tips for women dealing with stress incontinence.

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S1 EP25: That is NOT Balance Jun 11, 2019

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The line between BALANCE and EXTREMES have been blurred. Understanding the difference between them is absolutely vital to having long term success in fitness and overall happiness in life.

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S1 EP24: Must Have Fitness Tools - Equipment Dos & Don'ts Jun 04, 2019

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In episode 24, Rachael & Kelsea break down fitness tools and equipment. They cover the must have fitness tools, the tools to avoid, and everything in between. If you have ever looked at a piece of equipment or a tool in your gym and weren't sure if you should use it or not, this episode is for you!

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S1 EP23: How To Recover From & Avoid Injuries May 28, 2019

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The best way to deal with an injury is to prevent it from happening in the first place. With proper preparation you are more likely to stay injury free and on track to crush your goals. However, that doesn't mean that injuries don't still happen. With correct care your recovery time can increase and with knowledgeable guidance your fitness journey can stay on track.
If you're currently injured, this episode is for you. If you're currently feeling good, this episode is even more important for you!
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S1 EP22: All Calories Are NOT Created Equal May 21, 2019

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Have you ever been told that a caloric deficit is the only way to lose weight? Probably.
Have you ever been told that not all calories function the same in the human body? Like most people, probably not.
There's a missing piece in the calorie deficit puzzle, and it's a big one! Learn more about it in this episode.
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S1 EP21: How To Spot A Good Trainer May 14, 2019

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In this episode Kelsea and special guest, Blake discuss the importance of a good coach and what to look for. Whether you currently have a trainer/coach or are interesting in getting one, this episode is for you. Not all trainers are created equal.

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S1 EP20: The Push You Need May 07, 2019

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"It's just one day. I'll go tomorrow." We've all said this. Even the most dedicated say it. However, sometimes 1 day turns into 2, and 2 turns into longer.
When you find yourself in situations like this it's absolutely vital to be able to have that 1 little push that you need to follow through with crushing the day. Because we all know when the workout is done, you're sooo happy that you followed through.
So listen to this episode and find that push that you need the next time you're on the verge of taking the easy way out!

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S1 EP19: Do I Need A Fitness Tracker Or Smart Scale? Apr 30, 2019

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Fitbits, in-body scans, smart watches...in a world full of fitness gadgets, how do you know what works? What products really make the difference? Is there such thing as TOO much information? This episode breaks down the world of fitness technology and tells you what is worth trying and what is just crap.
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