
The Dr. Shannon Show
The Dr. Shannon Show, hosted by Dr. Shannon Ritchey, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and fitness trainer, provides science-based insights on fitness, nutrition, mental health, skincare, and more. Each episode offers research-backed solo discussions or expert interviews to help listeners improve their health. The podcast aims to debunk myths and deliver practical tools for a healthier lifestyle.
Episodes
Fitness Rewired Capsule #9: What Actually Works for Body Recomposition
00:00: Introduction01:23: The REPS framework for building muscle 03:37: Cardio, nutrition, and recovery recommendations 05:08: Dr. Shannon's history with over-exercising and building muscle 08:10: Why Dr. Shannon created Evlo To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #8: The 3 Reasons You May Feel Bulky
00:00: Introduction01:24: Introduction and defining what "bulky" means 02:45: The body builder physique 03:40: Why you might feel "bigger" when building muscle 05:20: Why you might feel swollen, puffy, or inflamed 08:35: How to distinguish between fat gain and inflammation 10:00: "Tone without the bulk" To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #7: Sweating and Hot Workouts
00:00: Introduction02:18: Does sweating mean you had an effective workout? 04:10: Why do we sweat? 05:50: Why sweating is an unreliable predictor of workout effectiveness 07:18: Does sweating accelerate fat loss or make you look toned? 09:00: Are heated workouts better for cardio? 11:30: Are heated workouts and sweating bad? 12:05: The bottom line To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitnes
Fitness Rewired Capsule #6: How Sore Should You Be?
00:00: Introduction01:50: What is soreness? 04:15: Do you need to be sore to build muscle?06:45: Can soreness be counterproductive? 07:45: Should you train a sore muscle? 08:50: Summary To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #5: You Don't Have to Lift Heavy to Build Muscle
00:00: Introduction01:23: Do you have to lift heavy? 02:45: Light vs. moderate vs. heavy loads 05:00: When to choose heavy, moderate, or light loads? 07:30: What rep ranges are best? To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #4: Toning, Sculpting, and Long Lean Muscle - What's Real?
00:00: Introduction03:00: The truth about "toning" workouts 06:45: "Sculpting" workouts 08:28: What is "the burn" doing? 12:00: Will switching to Pilates make you look more toned? 14:33: The Rest Test 15:40: SummaryTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #3: Why Hard Workouts Aren't Changing Your Body
00:00: Introduction01:23: Does your workout need to feel exhausting to be effective? 02:30: How Shannon's workout routine has changed over the years04:20: What are systemically fatiguing workouts doing for you? 09:07: Fatigue vs. muscle failure 11:30: Can systemically fatiguing workouts replace cardio? 14:00: What if systemic fatigue is preventing you from reaching failure? 16:50: The bottom
Fitness Rewired Capsule #2: The Truth About Exercise and Fat Loss
00:00: Introduction01:23: Exercise for fat loss? 04:53: How we burn calories09:07: Exercise and diet recommendations for body recomposition 10:50: Cardio vs. resistance training calorie burn13:05: Is calorie burn constrained or additive? 16:54: Final thoughts To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Fitness Rewired Capsule #1: You Were Lied to About Fitness
00:00: Introduction01:23: How the media shapes our mindset around fitness04:10: History of fitness culture10:38: History of fitness wearables and its impact on fitness today 12:15: Fitness culture today14:33: Overview of the Fitness Rewired Capsule To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #10: How to Stay Consistent
1:15: Why Gentle Consistency works 2:05: Tip #1: Include warm-ups 3:05: Tip #2: Commit to doing one hard set 4:32: Tip #3: Lift heavier for fewer reps 5:17: Tip #4: Skip the drop sets 5:36: Tip #5: Choose exercises you love 6:40: Tip #6: Bookmark your favorite classes 8:00: Tips for staying consistent with cardio 9:00: Tips for staying consistent with nutrition 12:15: Summary To try Evlo for 2 wee
Body Recomposition Capsule #9: How to Track
1:00: How to set a goal for body recomposition 2:24: Why you should focus on muscle, not fat loss3:32: How to track and measure progress 6:10: Expect fluctuations and plateaus To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #8: How to Recover
1:00: How much exercise is too much? 2:33: Nervous system regulation within your workout 6:40: Weekly recovery recommendations 9:00: Reset weeks 10:33: Tracking your recovery 15:30: Red flags that you're not recovering 18:22: Summary To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #7: How to Do Cardio
Episode #222: How We Burn CaloriesEpisode #182: REHIT2:30: The science of burning calories 6:40: How much cardio should we aim for? 8:25: Cardio zones 15:22: How much cardio is too much? 16:30: Should you prioritize strength training or cardio? 16:57: Summary To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #6: How to Eat
How to reach body composition goals without tracking2:25: Primary levers for body recomposition 4:00: Tracking and tools for tracking 7:06: Shannon's experience with nutrition 15:00: Mental health and nutrition To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #5: How to Make Workouts Efficient
1:42: How to make your strength workouts shorter 4:37: Combing strength and cardio 6:35: Common mistakes when trying to make your workout shorter 10:11: Summary To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #4: How Much to Exercise
Meta-analysis referenced1:50: Recommended volume per muscle group per week 4:40: How often should you train each muscle group? 5:22: How many strength workouts do you need each week? 7:30: Maintaining muscle 11:30: Summary To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #3: How Heavy to Lift
1:30: What is true muscle failure? 3:52: The stimulating reps theory 4:40: Common lifting mistakes 8:54: How heavy should you lift? 10:25: Which rep range is best? 14:58: Exercise selection 17:00: SummaryTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Body Recomposition Capsule #2: The Timeline
1:45: The rate of fat loss and muscle growth 2:22: What to expect in month one 3:52: What to expect in month two 5:50: What to expect in month three 6:52: What to expect month four and beyond 7:17: How much muscle can you expect to gain in a year? 8:00: Dr. Shannon's experience with body recomposition 14:18: Summary of the timeline of body recomposition To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www
Body Recomposition Capsule #1: How to Body Recomposition
1:00: What is body recomposition? 4:00: Why you should prioritize muscle health 6:36: Can trained individuals experience body recomposition? 7:20: How to body recomposition and roadmap for the body recomposition capsule To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#222: UPDATED SCIENCE: How We Burn Calories
Pontzer's studyHoward's study0:00: Introduction 3:00: Constrained energy expenditure model 6:10: New study suggests calorie burn is additive 7:42: Pontzer’s study vs. Howard’s study 8:48: How to interpret these findings if your goal is body recomposition 10:11: Final thoughts To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#221: Weights or cardio first, reaching failure vs. reps in reserve, and an important announcement
5 lbs of muscle episodes:#197: How to build 5lb of Muscle in 2025Coffee Chat: My journey of building 5lb of muscle and body recomposition Coffee Chat: My updates on building muscle while pregnant, how to track muscle growth without a DEXA, and more#212: Building 5lb of muscle: how long does it take, member tips, and more0:00: FREE MONTH JUNE 8TH & 9TH 1:35: 5 lbs of muscle check-in & membe
#220: How to Body Recomposition in a Sustainable, Effective Way
0:00: Introduction 7:40: Can you actually "tone" and "tighten?" 12:00: Exercise and fat loss 18:40: Body recomposition 27:22: Tracking macros31:13: Five basics of building muscle 39:25: How to track progress 41:48: Volume needed for muscle hypertrophy To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#219: Cardiovascular Aging: How to Measure and Improve It
0:00: Introduction to cardiovascular aging 2:00: How does the cardiovascular system age, and why should we care? 5:56: How to measure cardiovascular aging 8:24: How different types of exercise affects cardiovascular aging 11:30: Exercise recommendations for improving cardiovascular age12:54: How to track cardiovascular improvements without a fitness wearableTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.
#218: How to train your nervous system and improve vagal tone
Vagal tone is an indication of the health of your nervous system. By improving your vagal tone, you can recover better, feel better, and potentially live longer. Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton discuss vagal tone and how to improve it both in the short term and long term. 0:00: Introduction1:45: Defining vagal tone 7:45: How does vagal tone affect your pain response? 10:45: How exercise affects vagal t
#217: Body Image and Body Dysmorphia with Psychiatrist Margaret Duncan
We all could improve our body image, but at what point should you seek help? Dr. Margaret Duncan discusses what thoughts may indicate body image concerns, how to improve body image, and when to seek professional help. Dr. Margaret Duncan's TikTokDr. Margaret Duncan's Podcast0:00: Introduction to Dr. Margaret Duncan 2:35: Body image9:45: When should someone seek therapy for body dysmorphi
Coffee Chat with Interior Designer Coco Greenblum
Coco Greenblum is good friend of Shannon's and her designer. Coco designed both the Evlo office space abd Shannon's home. Coco has years of experience working with celebrities and is passionate about design. Learn how to make your space more beautiful on this episode today. Coco's WebsiteCoco's IGTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#216: What men and women should do when trying to conceive with Dr. Natalie Crawford
Whether you are currently trying to conceive or planning to do so in the next few years, this episode will educate you on what you can control in your fertility journey. Dr. Natalie Crawford, board certified OBGYN/REI, educates men and women on optimizing their fertility. Dr. Crawford's website Dr. Crawford's IG Dr. Crawford's YouTube0:00: Introduction to Dr. Natalie Crawford 1:30:
#215: Freezing your eggs, how our reproductive system changes with age, and more with Dr. Natalie Crawford
Reproductive health is a major part of our overall health, whether you're family planning or not. In part one of this interview with board certified OBGYN/REI Dr. Natalie Crawford, you will learn what all women should be taught in their early 20s about our reproductive system. Even if you're not currently family planning or never intend to, you'll walk away from this episode feeling
#214: How often should you work a muscle each week?
How many days/week should you work each muscle? And how many sets are needed in each workout? Shannon breaks down the current science on frequency and volume. She suggests a protocol that is both realistic and effective. 0:00: Introduction 1:40: Optimal volume for muscle growth 6:15: How frequently should you work a muscle group? 9:10: How many days per week should you strength train? 11:15: The b
#213: Understand your hormones in each decade with Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Hormones change throughout a woman's life, and it's important to be educated about how and what to expect. Jessica Shepherd, MD is a board-certified OBGYN, and discusses what all women should know about their hormones throughout their 30s and beyond. Dr. Shepherd's IGDr. Shepherd's website0:00: Introduction to Dr. Shepherd 2:15: How do our sex hormones change as we age? 7:15: T
#212: Building 5lb of muscle: how long does it take, member tips, and more
Building 5lb of muscle in 2025 can help you improve your metabolic health, body composition, strength, and longevity. In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses her updates on building muscle, discusses member stories, and addresses frequently asked questions. 0:00: Why you should build 5 lbs of muscle 5:30: Dr. Shannon’s experience with building 5 lbs of muscle12:00: Evlo member success stories 14:25
Coffee Chat with Olivia Adriance: Pregnancy Q&A
Today, I sit down with food blogger and local Austin resident Olivia Adriance, and we answer your questions about pregnancy. We talk about body image during pregnancy, training your core, how to stay consistent during first trimester, and more. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#211: How to get fit during pregnancy
Is it possible to build muscle or strength during pregnancy? Dr. Shannon breaks down the current literature and suggests a strength-training and cardio routine to aim for during pregnancy. 0:00: Introduction to weight lifting during pregnancy5:00: ACOG exercise recommendations during pregnancy8:30: Resistance training during pregnancy 13:20: Is it possible to build muscle during pregnancy? 16:00:
Mini: Will your waist get thicker by training abs?
Will training your abs close to failure will make your waist thicker? Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton discuss this topic today. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#210: Does strength training cover all your bases for generalized health & fitness?
You may want a more fit-looking body, but other things are likely important to you as well: strength, mobility, balance, flexibility, endurance, bone density, cardiovascular health, and more. Can strength training really tick all of those boxes? Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton address this today. Does Strength Training Double as Cardio episode0:00: Introduction to hybrid training 2:50: How to exercise
#209: AMA: Accuracy of Body Composition Scales, Splitting Workouts in Half, and More
1:05: Why ball crunches over regular crunches? 2:43: How accurate are body composition scales? 4:48: Do the Evlo instructors do "more" than the rest of us? 6:48: Is your workout just as effective if you stop halfway through and finish the rest later? 9:17: Can men do Evlo? 11:01: What to do if your low back hurts during heavy leg exercises? 15:38: How to keep Gentle Consistency® while pl
#208: Genetics and somatotypes - should you train for your body type?
You may have heard of the different somatotypes. Somatotypes categorize someone based on their body type: ectomorph, endomorph, or mesomorph. Shannon explains where this theory came from, how much genetics play a role in your results, and if/how you should train for your body type. 0:00: Introduction 1:30: How genetics influences fitness results 5:15: Should you train differently based on your som
#207: How does creatine affect body composition?
Creatine, a very popular and well-studied supplement, can affect body composition. But how? Dr. Shannon details how and how much creatine can affect lean mass and fat mass. 0:00: Introduction1:30: How does creatine work? 3:30: Does creatine make you retain water? 4:14: How does creatine affect body composition? To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Ask an RD: Reverse dieting with Hope Brandt, RD
What is reverse dieting, and is it something you should implement to reach your goals? Registered Dietitian, Hope Brandt, discusses this in detail today. Hope's websiteHope's IG To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#206: Weight lifting & fertility with Dr. Payton Busker
What does the research say about exercise/weightlifting and fertility? Dr. Shannon interviews Dr. Payton about this topic today. Episode about Payton's IVF journey0:00: Introduction 2:43: How can exercise have a negative effect on fertility? 8:06: Should we cycle sync? 11:23: How can exercise support fertility? 13:10: Exercise recommendations to support fertility To try Evlo for 2 weeks free,
Ask an RD: What to do if your total daily calorie goal seems too low? With Hope Brandt, RD
If you have a body recomposition goal, you will calculate your total daily energy expenditure to give you a calorie goal for the day. But what if that number feels too low? Hope Brandt, RD answers this today. Hope's websiteHope's IGTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
Coffee Chat: My updates on building muscle while pregnant, how to track muscle growth without a DEXA, and more
Today, I'm discussing my personal updates on building muscle while pregnant. I'm also answering questions like: How do you track muscle growth without getting a DEXA scan?How long should you wait before seeing a provider if you're not seeing results? To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#205: The Burnout Effect: Understanding Anti-Recomposition and How to Avoid It
Have you ever tried an intense fitness program, done it for a few weeks, and quit because of soreness, fatigue, and unsustainability? Or, have you ever felt like you're doing "all the right things" and working hard but not seeing any progress? Today, Shannon will discuss the hormonal reasons why burnout happens and how it can lead to an anti-recomposition environment in which losing
Ask an RD: How to have more stable blood sugar levels with Allie Chilcote, MS, RD, LD
Stabilizing your blood sugar can lead to better energy, more stable hunger cues, and a healthier body. Learn all about blood sugar and why we should prioritize it with Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Allie Chilcote. Work with AllieFollow Allie on IG To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#204: Does strength training double as cardio?
You may have asked yourself, "My heart rate gets up when I lift, so does that count as cardio?" Shannon breaks down how strength training affects your cardiovascular health, specifically distinguishing the differences between traditional strength training and circuit training. She also speaks to the VO2 max changes that occur with different types of training: traditional cardio, HIIT, tr
Ask an RD: Calorie deficits, maintenance, and surpluses with Hope Brandt, RD
When should you be in a calorie deficit? And for how long? When is maintenance appropriate, and how do you know when you're at maintenance? Is a calorie surplus necessary for muscle growth? All these things are discussed in today's installment of ASK an RD, with our guest, Hope Brandt, RD. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#203: Can you target different portions of the same muscle? Breaking down regional hypertrophy
Can you grow different portions of a muscle? The answer appears to be yes. In this episode, Shannon breaks down what regional hypertrophy means and how each main muscle group can be targeted for complete muscle growth. 0:00: Introduction 1:18: Defining regional hypertrophy 2:40: Regional hypertrophy in the hamstrings 6:18: Regional hypertrophy in the quads 8:00: Regional hypertrophy in the glute m
Ask an RD: How much protein can you eat at one time? With Hope Brandt, RD
In this installment of Ask an RD, I sit down with Hope Brandt, RD, to discuss how much protein you should eat at one time. Is it true that your body can only process a limited amount of protein from one meal? To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#202: 200TH EPISODE BEST OF: Pilates & Megaformer: do they build muscle, tone, or "lengthen?"
In the final episode of our 200th episode series, Dr. Shannon is joined by Evlo instructor Dr. Payton to discuss Pilates. They answer if Pilates, barre, and megaformer methods build muscle. They also discuss the potential benefits of these methods and how/if to include them in your routine. 0:00: Introduction 2:35: Defining Pilates 5:14: Does high-rep, low-load training build muscle? 9:54: Benefit
Ask an RD: How do you avoid, prevent, and improve bloating? With Allie Chilcote, MS, RD, LD
Why does bloating happen? How can you avoid it and improve it? Learn about bloating in this episode with Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Allie Chilcote.Work with AllieFollow Allie on IG To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#201: 200TH BEST OF: Zone 2 cardio
What are the benefits of zone two cardio? Do women need to be doing zone two cardio? If so, how much? Does walking count as zone two cardio? Dr. Shannon breaks down some FAQs about intensity cardio. 0:00: Introduction 1:09: What is zone 2 cardio? 4:34: Zone 2 cardio vs. zone 3 cardio 6:15: Do women need to do zone 2 cardio? 7:39: Zone 2 cardio and body composition 9:23: Does walking count as zone
Ask an RD: Are sugar alternatives really "better" than table sugar? With Hope Brandt, RD
In this episode, Hope Brandt, RD, discusses the differences between table sugar and sugar alternatives like monk fruit, Splenda, and other zero-calorie sugars. We discuss the difference between naturally derived and artificial sweeteners and how they affect your body differently. Hope's websiteHope's IGTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#200: 200TH EPISODE BEST OF: Metabolism
In honor of our 200th podcast episode, I'm doing a series of "best of," where I summarize some of our most popular topics on the show. The episodes about metabolism are some of the most popular. Today, I discuss how we burn calories, how your metabolism changes as you age, and how muscle ACTUALLY influences metabolism. References: Paper 1 Paper 2Paper 3Paper 40:00: Introduction 2:25
Ask an RD: Intuitive eating vs. dieting - which is better for my goals? With Miranda Galati, RD
Shannon is joined by Miranda Galati, RD, who describes the difference between intuitive eating and dieting and when you may consider each. Miranda's IG Miranda's TikTokReal Life Nutritionist To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#199: The benefits, risks, and uses for GLP1s like Ozempic and Wegovy with McCall McPherson PA-C
McCall McPherson, the founder of Modern Thyroid, is a Physician Assistant and Thyroid + Hormone expert. In today's episode, she explains why she often recommends GLP-1 drugs. She educates that while they can be used for weight loss, their uses extend far beyond weight loss. Modern Thyroid Clinic WebsiteModern Weight Loss WebsiteMcCall's IG 0:00: Introduction 3:40: What are GLP-1s? 5:20:
Ask an RD: I don't want to track my calories, how can I reach my body composition goals?
Today, Dr. Shannon sits down with Hope Brandt, RD, to discuss how to reach your body composition goals without tracking food. Hope's websiteHope's IGTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#198: Fitness Trackers: What Features are Important?
In this episode, Dr. Shannon reviews what features are important in a fitness tracker. She also reviews the Oura ring. 0:00: Shannon's opinion on fitness trackers 1:50: Reliability of tracking steps and calories burned 3:12: Measuring VO2max 4:10: Measuring recovery 5:42: Fertility tracking 6:20: Summary 14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow The Doctor Shannon Show on In
Coffee Chat: My journey of building 5lb of muscle and body recomposition
I've spent the last few months with the goal of building 5lb of muscle. Today, I share what I've changed in my training and nutrition to reach this goal. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#197: How to Build 5lb of Muscle in 2025
Building 5lb of muscle can reverse your musculoskeletal aging by over a decade. You'll improve your body composition, feel stronger, and improve your energy. Muscle tissue isn't optional, and it doesn't just impact you in the short-term. It's essential to live a long, healthy life. Shannon will teach you how to train and eat to build 5lb of muscle in 2025. Grab a pen and paper,
#196: How walking affects body composition
Body composition is the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. Generally, the higher this ratio, the better. How does walking affect body composition? Does walking burn fat? Does walking build muscle? Dr. Shannon discusses this today. 0:00: Body composition and walking 1:53: Relationship between dosage of walking and body composition 4:13: Walking intensity 5:15: How walking affects hormones that influe
Coffee Chat with Miranda Galati: Weight Watchers, digestive health, Evlo, and more
In this episode, Miranda Galati opens up about her relatable history with dieting. She describes how under-fueling led to digestive issues and more. She discusses her current goals with nutrition and exercise and how she approaches her goals as a Registered Dietitian. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#195: Nutrition for energy, mental health, and more with Miranda Galati, MHSc, RD
Dr. Shannon is joined by Registered Dietitian, Miranda Galati. They talk about how to eat for better energy, mental health, what eating at your maintenance calories feels like, and more. Miranda's IGMiranda's webisteMiranda's Tiktok 0:00: Introduction to Miranda Galati, RD 1:00: Gut-brain connection 2:47: Dietary patterns to improve mental health 5:45: How processed foods affect our
#194: Thanksgiving episode: can you really "erase" a meal with exercise?
In this episode, Dr. Shannon discusses how we burn calories and our calorie-burning plate. She also discusses how over-indulging over the holidays will not likely lead to significant fat gain. If you tend to "punish" yourself with exercise around the holidays, this episode is for you! 0:00: Introduction 2:28: Shannon’s history with exercise 5:00: Constrained total energy expenditure theo
#193: How to maintain during the holidays
The holiday season can be a time when consistency gets more difficult, and committing to maintenance over gains could be appropriate. But what amount of exercise will help you maintain? 0:00: Expectations for exercise during the holidays 1:58: What types of exercise should you prioritize during the holidays? 3:20: Dosage of exercise needed to maintain muscle mass 5:48: Summary 14-day free Evlo tri
Coffee Chat: Payton's IVF journey
Payton tells us about her journey with fertility, including going through IVF and loss. She openly speaks about the challenges and hurdles she's had to go through in her fertility journey and hopes her story can help others who are going through fertility struggles. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#192: Evidence-based skincare: products, botox & filler, redlight therapy, and more with Amy Koberling
If you're overwhelmed with skincare, this episode is for you. I chat with Amy Koberling, a Dermatology PA, who likes to keep skincare simple and evidence-based. We discuss practical tools to improve the health and appearance of your skin. Amy's websiteFollow Amy on IGFollow Amy on Tiktok0:00: Introduction to Amy Koberling, PA 1:55: How exercise affects your skin 4:24: Skincare is more t
Solo Coffee Chat: How I calendar each week
I pride myself on getting a lot done in a short amount of time, and still making time for the things in my life that are important to me like health and family. This week, I'm breaking down the calendaring technique that has changed my life and allowed me to stay on task.To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#191: The minimal effective dose for strength training and cardio
I'm often talking about how more is not better when it comes to exercise. But what if you are very time-limited? What is the minimal amount of cardio and strength training you can do to continue to progress toward your goals? What is the minimum amount to maintain where you are? Study 1 referenced Study 2 referenced 0:00: Introduction 1:01: The ideal fitness routine 3:57: Minimum effective do
#190: If the "burn" isn't building muscle, what is it doing?
A burning sensation happens during resistance exercise and typically occurs with higher rep training. That burning sensation is due to metabolic stress, which was once thought to be the stimulus that builds muscle. This has since been challenged in the literature. So if an exercise that "burns" isn't building muscle, what is it doing? Shannon discusses this today. Study referenced 0
Coffee Chat with Karalynne Call from Just Ingredients: Understanding what's in your supplements and realistic changes to live a cleaner life
Today we interview the founder of one of my favorite brands, Karalynne Call. She's the founder of Just Ingredients and a wealth of knowledge on clean ingredients for supplements, food, beauty products, and more. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#189: Take control of your hormone and thyroid health with McCall McPherson PA-C
Fatigue? Brain fog? Trouble with weight loss? These can all be symptoms of thyroid dysfunction. McCall McPherson explains what to look for, misconceptions, and that it's possible to be symptom-free. Modern Thyroid Clinic McCall's Instagram Modern Thyroid Clinic's InstagramFree Thyroid Lab Guide0:00: Introduction 1:31: McCall's health journey 6:15: Symptoms of thyroid dysfunctio
Solo Coffee Chat: Q&A on Postpartum Body Image, Creatine, and More
In this episode, Shannon answers audience questions! Questions range from fitness to personal to business-related. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#188: How women differ from men with strength training and cardio
Women and men have physiological differences that influence training. Dr. Shannon breaks down the differences, similarities, and gives a practical training routine based on this information. Study #1 Study #2 Study #30:00: Introduction1:53: What does the current research say about women and strength training? 5:20: Strength and muscle differences between men and women 9:24: How should men and wom
#187: FAQs About Body Recomposition
Body recomposition is the process of increasing the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. In this episode, Dr. Shannon answers some frequently asked questions about body recomposition. Hope Brandt, RD's website0:00: Introduction to body recomposition1:11: How to body recomposition 2:51: "Why do I feel bigger after strength training?" 4:14: "How long will it take for me to see body r
Coffee Chat with Jill Zambito and Lauren Pollard: Creatine, sleep chronotypes, and more
In this Coffee Chat, Shannon sits down with sisters Lauren and Jill Zambito. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#186: Biomechanics 101 & your cheat sheet to know if any workout is effective
Not all exercise is created equal. Some workouts may feel "hard," but are they really driving results? In this episode, Dr. Shannon will help you discern if a workout is effective. Stick figure: squat vs step up Stick figure: deadlift vs stool lunge Stick figure: forearm press vs tricep dip0:00: Introduction1:03: Exercise and fat loss 5:54: Why you should focus on building muscle7:10: Ho
#185: Improving anxiety and rewiring your negativity bias with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola
Do you know there is a difference between stress and anxiety? Our brains are wired to lean negative, but understanding our neuroanatomy can help you rewire your brain to be more positive and less anxious. Today's interview is with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola, who discusses strategies to improve anxiety and rewire your brain. Buy Nicole's book here. 0:00: Introduction to Nicole Vignola1
Solo Coffee Chat: How I'm building 5lb of muscle postpartum
In this episode, Shannon talks about her postpartum experience and how she plans to build 5 pounds of muscle. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
#184: Postpartum Body Recomposition
This episode is not to encourage "bounce back" after having a baby. Shannon discusses sustainable strategies to improve body composition postpartum. Body recomposition is increasing the ratio of lean mass to fat mass. Shannon will discuss how to ease into exercise and start to build muscle postpartum (after your provider approves that you exercise), the considerations if you're brea
Coffee Chat with Olivia Adriance: how she improved her acne, grew a social media following, and more
Olivia Adriance is a food content creator who shares why she started eating gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. Shannon and Olivia talk about exercise, nutrition, business, and more in this fun coffee chat. To try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
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