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Barpath Fitness 314 Episodes Jul 21, 2026

Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they explore health and fitness topics with a mix of science, personal commentary, and industry experience. The podcast aims to help listeners navigate the misinformation prevalent in the fitness industry. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned business focused on individualized programming and coaching.

Episodes

Q&A 110: Daylight Savings, Processed Foods, Front Squats, Overtraining & Stubborn Calves
Q&A 110: Daylight Savings, Processed Foods, Front Squats, Overtraining & Stubborn Calves Jul 21, 2026 1626 In this episode, we answer five questions from our listeners:(0:51) Permanent daylight savings time & your health — Why the push to lock in DST could wreck your circadian rhythm, sleep, and mornings (and why sleep experts are against it). (10:43) How much processed food is okay? — There's no magic number. Prioritize whole foods, but context matters: your health markers, budget, access, an
Re-Release: How to Structure an Effective Home Workout Routine
Re-Release: How to Structure an Effective Home Workout Routine Jul 14, 2026 2224 Years ago, we released this episode to help folks have effective home workouts. Today, we wanted to bring it back and remind you that you can get an awesome workout without ever setting foot in the gym.In this episode, we go over how you can structure your workouts at home, using just your body weight or sparse equipment. We first identify the tools you have to increase the intensity of a body wei
What Fitness Influencers Are Getting Wrong
What Fitness Influencers Are Getting Wrong Jul 7, 2026 1210 If an influencer is telling you that carbs are the devil or their exact program will get you their exact body... run. This week, we tear into the worst of fitness influencer culture: fear-mongering about food, "what I eat in a day" videos nobody asked for, cheat day videos that glorify binge-restrict cycles, and the strange new world of "looks maxing" (yes, we learned what mewi
How to Maintain Muscle on a GLP-1
How to Maintain Muscle on a GLP-1 Jun 30, 2026 1240 Over 10 million Americans have used a GLP-1 and that number is climbing fast. In this episode, we cut through the hype and break down what you actually need to know if you're on Ozempic, Wegovy, or any GLP-1 medication and you don't want to lose the muscle you've worked for.What we cover:Why GLP-1s don't inherently cause muscle loss and what actually doesThe problem with standa
Tips For Strength Training Re-Release
Tips For Strength Training Re-Release Jun 23, 2026 1907 We loved it so much, we re-released it!Check out our popular episode on tips to start strength training!Having proper technique for strength training is very important, especially when you are starting out. In this episode of the podcast, we share some tips for you to keep in mind for strength training. Our tips apply to proper form and technique at the gym and how to create a solid program for yo
Why Am I Not Getting Stronger?
Why Am I Not Getting Stronger? Jun 16, 2026 1391 If you feel stuck in your training and your strength just isn't moving, this episode is for you. Heather and Katie break down the most common reasons people hit strength plateaus and what to actually do about it. Spoiler: it's probably not your genetics.What We CoverToo much, too soon Doing too much cardio, too much volume, or going all out six days a week without proper fueling and reco
Losing Weight Too Fast (And Why It's Working Against You)
Losing Weight Too Fast (And Why It's Working Against You) Jun 9, 2026 1285 Think dropping weight quickly is a win? Think again. In this episode, Heather and Katie break down what actually counts as losing weight too fast, why rapid weight loss almost always means losing muscle (not just fat), and how that slows your metabolism for the long haul. They cover the real signs your cut has gone too far, why GLP-1s without proper guidance set you up to regain everything, and wh
Instant Gratification
Instant Gratification Jun 2, 2026 1173 Instant GratificationYour brain was literally built for it, but modern life has taken it way too far. In this episode, Heather and Katie break down why we crave instant rewards, how social media, food, and online shopping hijack your dopamine system, and what it actually takes to build the discipline to delay gratification.Topics covered:Why dopamine is a motivation chemical, not just a pleasure c
Scapular Stability
Scapular Stability May 26, 2026 1855 On this week’s episode of the Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Podcast, we break down scapular stability: what it is, why it matters, and how weak scapular control can contribute to shoulder pain, poor posture, rotator cuff issues, and stalled progress in the gym. We discuss common signs of instability, the connection between the scapula and shoulder health, and practical exercises you can start incor
Q&A 109: postpartum workouts, protein struggles, anxiety
Q&A 109: postpartum workouts, protein struggles, anxiety May 19, 2026 1126 Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address on the podcast!Question 1: I lean forward when I squat. Is this a hip mobility issue or an ankle mobility issue?Question 2: I just had a baby. I’m wondering what I should do and how my programming should look as I ease back into working out.Question 3: I did a food sensitivity test. I found out I am sensitiv
Why Eating More Won't Make You Fat Re-Release
Why Eating More Won't Make You Fat Re-Release May 12, 2026 1634 This week, we are re-releasing one of our most popular episodes of all time, Why Eating More Won't Make You Fat. Of course, calories in vs calories out matters. Mathematically, it’s the most important factor when it comes to losing weight (mass). But, it isn’t the whole story. Especially when the goal is actually fat loss, not weight loss.Are you chronically under eating and unable to build i
How to Find an Affordable Fitness Program
How to Find an Affordable Fitness Program May 5, 2026 1018 Today, we talk about finding the right affordable fitness program. Sometimes the low upfront cost can be appealing, but a lot of these programs deliver poor results. We talk about what programs to avoid, the nuts and bolts that make good low-cost programs, and give our advice on how you can find a program that works!In this episode, we discuss: The Problem With Most “Affordable” Fitness ProgramsWh

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