Regular Guy Gets Fit!

Florida!

Thu, 06 May 2021 02:00:26 +0000

On vacation this week with observations about how the warmer weather might be a bit more accommodating toward a healthier lifestyle.

The Tight Pants System

Mon, 03 May 2021 02:10:38 +0000

This is a quick and easy system that keeps me from straying too far from my usual healthy routine. You probably already do some version of this.

Cheap-O Exercise Equipment

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 03:32:54 +0000

Thigh Masters, $20 steppers and Shake-Weights. Is there any real value to be found in these Cheap-O exercise items?

You DON'T have to eat it all...

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:02:40 +0000

Get out of the mindset that you're wasting money by not clearing your plate. You're actually making an investment in your health.

Demi Lovato in the News

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 02:00:05 +0000

Ms. Lovato took a lot of heat for something she tweeted about diet foods this week. To her credit, she apologized and backed off her initial statements a bit. Let's take a quick look at what is at issue here.

Bad Habits and Guilty Pleasures

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:57:24 +0000

We all have our bad habits and guilty pleasures. Kick out the really bad habits, and enjoy your guilty pleasures in moderation. You'll be just fine...

What it YOUR motivation?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:52:38 +0000

At the end of the day, there's a reason (or two) that you would like to be in better shape. What are your motivations? Are they getting you to the place where you want to be?

Your Diet: Keep It Simple

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:07:24 +0000

Your diet is the key to your fitness. Whether you are trying to lose weight, or adopt a healthier lifestyle, what you eat is important to keeping your body operating at peak efficiency. Maintaining a good diet with proper eating habits takes work, but if you keep it simple and stick to it, it will get easier.

You Gotta Move!

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 04:56:10 +0000

Exercise is key. But it is much more than spending hours of boredom in the gym. What you really want to be doing is just movin' around. Whenever, and wherever, you can.

Clear Your Mind

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:29:16 +0000

Mental clarity is essential to accomplishing just about anything, including fitness. Here are a few ways to help you get to a point where you can effectively focus on the important things.

Surround Yourself with Positive People

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 03:24:21 +0000

No matter what you try to accomplish in life, there will always be people that will try to drag you down. Maybe they're jealous, or insecure. But whatever the reason, you don't need their negativity. Cut 'em loose. Try instead to surround yourself with positive people. People who will support your choice to try to be the best that you can be.

You're going to need just a little bit of discipline...

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:52:29 +0000

All the best laid plans for eating better and exercising more don't mean a thing unless you have the discipline to follow through. But don't worry...discipline takes many forms. Don't let it scare you off before you even get started. Here are some ways of putting it all in perspective...

The 5 Essential Things You Need to Get and Stay Fit

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 04:41:17 +0000

This is how you put the plan in place. Whatever system you come up with, you will need to draw from each of these 5 things to stay on track and reach your goal of a healthier and happier lifestyle.

Sticking with your System is the Key

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 02:21:49 +0000

Learn from my mistake. I stopped doing two very important parts of my own system and paid a price. Fortunately, I caught it before I caused too much damage, but keeping up a very simple routine would have saved me from having to work twice as hard later on.

Who's in your Wolf Pack?

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:01:45 +0000

Who we choose to be close with, our friends and family, can have a big influence on your success in achieving better health and overall well-being.

Does your circle of friends and family support you and celebrate your aspirations and accomplishments? Or are there those that help to create a negative environment that drags you down? If so, you may have some difficult decisions to make.

What Happened?

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 03:56:29 +0000

Did you use to be in much better shape earlier in your life? What happened?

For most of us, the rush of life--kids, careers, etc.--often has us choose different priorities. Now that you're working to get back into a healthier lifestyle, give some thought as to how you can create a system that is more sustainable with how you live now.

My Former Life as a Vegetarian

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 03:33:11 +0000

I used to be a vegetarian. Twice. I learned a few things from those experiences that shape how I eat to this day.

Give Yourself a Break!

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 03:07:04 +0000

We all do it. Once in a while, we get a little crazy. We eat things we shouldn't, we have a second helping here and there, or we can't do our usual exercise. It's ok. It's normal. Cut yourself a little slack. It's actually a healthy thing to cut loose once in awhile. But you don't do yourself any favors by stressing over it. Learn how to forgive yourself and move on.

Inspiration or Intimidation?

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:53:29 +0000

Some fitness lifestyle gurus seem very intimidating. Do we really need to kill ourselves with super-serious workout and diet regimens in order to keep fit?

Not me. I've got better things to do. I want to find ways to get the most out of the least. A fit mindset should complement our lives, not dominate them. Just make today a little better than yesterday...

My Yard is My Gym

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:39:28 +0000

As spring creeps up on us here in the Northeast, we are left to clean up mother nature's messes left over from the winter. But hey, it's an opportunity to get a great workout!

Muscle pulls and other injuries

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:34:23 +0000

It's important to listen to your body and not push it too hard if you suffer from the occasional muscle pull or strain. But there still may be things you can do in the meantime while your body heals.

Trying out the Flexitarian Diet

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 03:33:11 +0000

As promised, I tried being a Flexitarian for a bit. Here's how it worked out for me.

Make Daylight Savings Time Work for You

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 02:34:22 +0000

Even though we lose an hour on Daylight Savings Day, we gain an hour of sunlight in the evenings going into the Spring. Use that to your advantage. Get out there and MOVE. Breathe the fresh air and get those muscles working.

Getting inspired by Stallone and the Expendables

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 03:55:02 +0000

Sylvester Stallone's action series, The Expendables has just about every movie action hero from the last 30 years in it. Stallone himself was in his late 60's when The Expendables 3 came out in 2015. And he still managed to look the part. A true inspiration for men of a certain age.

Be Consistent

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:40:08 +0000

Whatever plan you choose to pursue, make sure that it's a good fit with your daily routine so that you can be consistent about following through.

Back to Basics...

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 04:39:47 +0000

A quick refresher on how to start a diet regimen that is sustainable. You can do this. The toughest part is always taking that first step.

Can you touch your toes?

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 03:36:28 +0000

Staying flexible as you get older is key to pain free life. While touching your toes is not a requirement, it may be a good indicator of how well you're progressing on your journey towards getting fit.

Let's Get Motivated!

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 04:39:04 +0000

Motivation plays a big part in getting us to achieve our goals and staying on top of our diet and fitness regimens. Here are a few examples on how to get and stay motivated.

LOSE weight, or LIFT weights?

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:36:56 +0000

Can you really turn excess weight into muscle simply by starting to lift weights? Or is it more productive to lose the excess weight first, and then tone your muscles with strengthening exercises?

Finding what works best for YOU

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:58:13 +0000

Don't get hung up on what others tell you is the "best" exercise or how much of it you should be doing. In the end, we each have to find our own way to determine what works best. It's ok to use the experience of others as a rough guide, but you should strive to fine tune and customize that advice to suit your own needs.

The EASIEST diet

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 04:04:10 +0000

Here in the middle of winter, it's harder to get outside for long periods of time to stay physically active. As a result, I'm trying to re-focus my diet regimen to keep the pounds off. I'm going to try a popular diet that is supposed to be one of the easiest to follow.

If you don't NEED it, don't EAT it!

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 03:57:29 +0000

The most basic rule of keeping to a good diet. In fact, this one rule, by itself, will get you 90% of the way to your goal. The good news is that it's an easy rule to follow, once you get the hang of it.

One Perfect Exercise

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 03:45:01 +0000

In the quest to find the most efficient and beneficial exercise you can do, there's one that stands out above the rest. Best of all, you can do it just about anywhere, and there's no special equipment required.

So many diets, so little time...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 04:42:55 +0000

A quick overview of the list of top diets that people are choosing to follow. Are your own common-sense choices better than some of these programs? Also, a brief warning about buying products labelled specifically for use with a particular diet.

What to look for when choosing a diet.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 04:44:53 +0000

There are many diets to choose from, with more being promoted every day. Some are silly fads, and some are based in proven science. For the long term, simple is usually better. This episode discusses some of the more popular trends, and what to look for when trying to find the best fit for your lifestyle.

Another weird psychological trap to avoid.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 04:40:48 +0000

If you truly believe that you can "just lose the weight anytime I want to," chances are that you will never get around to actually doing it. This phenomenon is explored along with some other mindsets that might just be keeping you from achieving your goals.

Should "CHEAT DAYS" be part of your diet?

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 04:51:28 +0000

Every famous model or actor who talks about their diet claims to have a "cheat" day once a week when they can eat anything they want. Is that a good thing to build into your lifestyle? Is it sustainable? Let's talk...

If you're stuck at a certain weight, here's what to do to break through.

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 14:29:28 +0000

One of the biggest frustrations of trying to lose weight is getting stuck where it feels like you just can't lose weight no matter what you do. Hitting a plateau is perfectly normal, but if you just can't seem to shake it, here is what you might want to try.

Fitness Clickbait

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:44:16 +0000

A recent clickbait fitness article headline asks if 10,000 steps a day is enough. The answer, of course, is that the number of steps is beside the point. But getting up and moving is important.

Calorie Burners

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 04:37:35 +0000

Calorie Burners are just about anything that gets you off the couch and moving. Today's calorie burner for me was shoveling snow after a good old fashioned Nor'easter blew through Boston, leaving about two feet of the white stuff.

The Philosophy of Exercise

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 03:16:05 +0000

The best exercise is the exercise you actually do. If you dread exercising, we have some suggestions for you. And if you don't think you're physically able to even do the basics, we can get you through that as well.

Staying motivated: Don't. Give. Up.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:16:13 +0000

It's the weekend coming up, and it can be a difficult time for those trying to change their eating and fitness habits. Here's some motivational tips to help keep you on track, as well as what to do if you're not yet seeing the results you want.

Let's Talk About FITBIT! Paid apps part 2.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 04:53:56 +0000

Fitbit was just purchased by Google, and is poised to become one of the most popular fitness devices on the planet. In this podcast, I walk you through all the popular features, as well as the pros and cons of using it.

Paid apps part 1. Let's talk about NOOM!

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 02:39:54 +0000

Beginning our discussion of paid apps, we will be talking about NOOM in this episode. I will give you the pros and cons based on my personal experience losing 30 lbs. with it.

When is the best time to eat during the day?

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 04:32:46 +0000

There are studies that suggest the best times to consume food throughout the day.

Then, of course, there's what I do...

The one Amazing benefit of Intermittent Fasting that no one talks about

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 04:03:26 +0000

Intermittent Fasting, or IF, has become a very popular diet method in recent years, largely propelled by its success with Jimmy Kimmel and other celebrities. This podcast will delve into the origins of IF and the one amazing benefit it has that most people don't even know about.

Always Keep Great Food Around

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 07:34:13 +0000

Today we discuss limiting your intake of fat and fatty foods, how keeping really good food around will help you eat better, and a tip on how you can make incredible healthy desserts that can help satisfy your sweet tooth.

Real Food!

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 07:07:28 +0000

Today we focus on making better food choices, and the benefits of eating good real food in place of fake diet foods.

Tracking Your Steps

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:41:23 +0000

Staying active is important. In this episode, we introduce a free tool to help you track your daily steps, which, hopefully, will encourage you to walk more and burn more calories.

Determining the Calories in Everything you Eat

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:36:32 +0000

There are a number of free tools and methods available to easily determine the calorie content of all the foods you eat. We will explore some of those here.

Setting your daily calorie goal

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 16:56:37 +0000

Some free tools to use when trying to determine what your daily intake should be.

Watch what you eat!

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 03:15:02 +0000

Starting off the journey, we begin simply by taking stock of what we eat each day.

Welcome to Regular Guy Gets Fit

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:19 +0000

Bernie Win is a 60 year old regular guy who got into great shape in 2020. He lost 25% of his body weight, cutting fat and building muscle, all without any expensive equipment, or crazy diets. Through a series of easy-to-follow techniques, this entertaining podcast will give you the tools to help you build a healthier, and sustainable, lifestyle.