As 2016 comes to a close, Nick and Shannon look back on what health and fitness accomplishments they achieved this year. Mudruns, jiujitsu, weight loss and yoga teaching certifications are just a few of the many highlights they discuss in this week's episode. Make sure to check out the show notes at elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode. Thanks for making Addicted to Fitness a 5 star rated podcast on iTunes. Please keep rating, reviewing and sharing the podcast.
On this special holiday edition of the Addicted to Fitness podcast, Nick and Shannon share their favorite Christmas memories and provide you with some last minute gift ideas for the fitness fanatic in your family. Make sure to check out the show notes at elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast. Happy Chrismahanukwanzakah to all, and to all a goodnight!
This week's Addicted to Fitness podcast features an in-depth interview with the President and CEO of Swerve Sweetner, Andress Blackwell. Nick and Andress discuss how this zero calorie sugar substitute can allow you to satisfy your sweet cravings without spiking your blood sugar or insulin levels. To learn more about Swerve, head to swervesweetner.com and don't forget to check out the show notes at elementaltampa.com for more information on the other topics discussed in this episode. As always, please rate, review and share the podcast
Nick and Shannon are jumping in the DeLorean this week to bring you a throwback episode of the Addicted to Fitness podcast. This episode from the ETT Wrap Show vault recaps ETT's first team competition, the Mud Endeavor 5k. They also talk about supplements that improve sleep, The Biggest Loser TV show and why the quality of calories is more important than the quantity of calories. Head on over to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast. Original air date May 15, 2016.
On this week's episode, Nick and Shannon share several tips on how to maintain your healthy lifestyle while traveling for the holidays. They also discuss the tryptophan myth, what snacks to pack for a road trip and why bottled water should always be in your carry-on. Make sure you check out the show notes at elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
This week's Addicted to Fitness podcast is "on location" at Sacred Floats & Gems Co. for Nick's first floatation therapy session. Nick speaks with the manager of the float lab about the basic components of floatation therapy, what to expect once inside the chamber and the physical & mental benefits created by this innovative form of therapy. After his 60 minute float session, Nick recaps what he "saw" and felt while in the chamber. If you'd like to learn more about floatation therapy visit sfgcompany.com/ and check out the show notes at elementaltampa.com. As always, please rate, review and share the podcast.
This week's episode features the Thanksgiving Day edition of the The Macros Game. Test your knowledge and play along with Nick and Shannon as they try to determine how much of a certain macronutrient is contained in common Thanksgiving Day food items. In addition to the game, they discuss Shannon's recent enrollment in a highly regarded yoga certification course. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
On this episode, Nick interviews blogger, podcaster and plant based endurance athlete Cory Warren. Nick and Cory discuss what led the Lean Green DAD and his family to go vegan, what it's like being an athlete on a plant based diet and the best ways to motivate your kids to eat vegetables. You can find links to all of Cory's social channels at leangreendad.com and in the show notes at elementaltampa.com. Don't forget to please rate, review and share the podcast.
This week's episode kicks off with Nick and Shannon analyzing the pros & cons of a natural sweetener called Swerve. After their Swerve discussion, Nick brings up a topic that invokes a wide range of feelings in most people: hunting. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
We open the ETT Wrap Show vault once again for this week's episode. Nick and former cohost Tyler discuss jiujitsu, Conor McGregor and the UFC. The meat of this episode is dedicated to a taste taste of protein bars made with cricket flour. If you're interested in trying these bars for yourself, head over to exoprotein.com and order a sampler pack. After you visit their site, check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast. Original air date April 25th, 2016.
On this week's episode, Shannon and Nick describe three different body types and determine which one(s) their bodies most resemble. They also discuss the dangers of being "Skinny Fat" and how the BMI chart is not as reliable as we once thought. Make sure you check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
On this week's podcast, Nick and Shannon investigate the actual definitions for common food label terms like natural, GMO and organic. They also get into a discussion about the legitimacy of the term "grass-fed." Make sure you check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
This week's episode kicks off with Shannon and Nick debating the pros and cons of consuming dairy. Sticking on the topic of dairy, Nick rants about a flavored milk product that is most likely a contributing factor to the current health epidemics of childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
We're reaching back into the ETT Wrap Show vault for this week's episode. This throwback podcast features an interview with author, PhD and MMA gym owner L.A. Jennings. Nick and L.A. talk about her book, She's A Knockout: A History of Women in Fighting Sports, women's divisions in the UFC and how the image of women in the ring and in the gym has evolved. To learn more about L.A. head to her website lajennings.com and check out her weekly articles at fightland.vice.com. Links to L.A.'s website and writings will be in the show notes at elementaltampa.com. Original air date May 23, 2016.
On this week's episode, Nick and Shannon let the listeners know what vitamin 70% of Americans are deficit in and how they can avoid being part of that statistic. They also discuss the diet fad IIFYM (if it fits your macros) which claims you can eat whatever you want and still lose weight. Don't forget to check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share the podcast.
Everyone's favorite nutritional trivia game returns with a special Labor Day edition. In addition to the game, Shannon and Nick talk about the recent Harry Potter hurricane, how smoothies can be detrimental to your health and yet another reason why the Peloton cycle was such a good investment. Make sure you check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode and please rate, review and share this podcast.
This week's Addicted to Fitness podcast is "on location" at Chill Therapy for Nick's first cryotherapy session. In this episode, you'll find out the science behind cryotherapy, which individuals benefit from it the most and if Nick can survive 166 degrees below zero for 3 minutes. If you are looking for more information about cryotherapy visit chilltherapytampa.com and/or follow @chilltherapy on Instagram. Don't forget to head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode.
Shannon finally returns to the podcast just in time to participate in a pair of "beefy" taste tests. Also, Nick and Shannon discuss their, and the listeners, favorite plant proteins and what weekly ritual they credit with helping them maintain a healthy diet. Check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode.
This week's Addicted to Fitness podcast features a special episode from the ETT Wrap Show vault. This throwback episode features Shannon's podcast debut, the details of Nick's personal weight loss story and the dissection of an article that claims obesity can be beneficial to your health. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on the topics mentioned in this episode. Original air date March 21, 2016
On this week's episode, Shannon is on IR due to a cold so Nick flies solo for the podcast's first live product review of the peloton cycle. Check out elementaltampa.com for additional information on items mentioned in this episode and head to pelotoncycle.com to learn more about this awesome piece of exercise equipment.
On this episode, Nick interviews actress, standup comedian and cookbook author Anna Vocino. Nick and Anna talk about her cookbook Eat Happy, the trials and tribulations of dealing with Celiac disease and the best way to influence others to eat healthy. Make sure you check out Anna on the Celebrity Fitness Trainer podcast with Vinnie Tortorich and visit her website, annavocino.com. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information on items mentioned during the podcast and pre-order Eat Happy today!
Shannon and Nick kick off this week's episode talking about celebrity boxing, big gym franchises and how Nick plans to befriend Sofia Vergara. The rest of the episode focuses on the legitimacy of "superfoods" and the new recommended treatment for Type 2 diabetes. Head to elementaltampa.com for additional information about the items & articles mentioned during the podcast.
Inspired by a recent podcast featuring Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, Shannon and Nick argue the pros and cons of coffee consumption. They also discuss Shannon's next exercise equipment purchase, doing yoga for charity and the health craze that's sweeping the nation, Pokemon Go. Check out elementaltampa.com for additional information about the items mentioned during the podcast.
Shannon and Nick discuss their active honeymoon in Hawaii and the detrimental effects associated with prolonged air travel. Nick also tests Shannon's nutritional knowledge with a trivia portion of the podcast know as the "Macros Game." Head to elementaltampa.com for any further information about articles and/or studies referenced during the podcast.
This week's Addicted to Fitness podcast features a special throwback episode from the ETT Wrap Show vault. Listen to Tyler give the play by play of the first official ETT challenge. Nick downs a few Girl Scout cookies then immediately begins a high intensity workout to see how long it will take to burn them off. Original air date March 7th, 2016.