This week's Addicted to Fitness features a look back on the healthy activities completed during the hosts wedding anniversary weekend. Nick and Shannon summarize the proven postivie health benefits of having a meaningful relationship with another person AND exercising/spending time in nature. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.

Women May Need Less Exercise to Boost Longevity Than Men

This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the amount of exercise women and men need to boost their longevity. Nick and Shannon discuss a recent study that suggest that women only need 150 minutes of exercise per week to boost their longevity while men need at least 300 minutes. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.

This week's Addicted to Fitness discusses the harmful compounds recently found in a popular lunch item. Nick and Shannon analyze a recent Consumer Reports study that discovered relatively high levels of lead, sodium, and cadmium in Lunchables. They also explain why preparing your own meals from whole ingredients will help parents and non-parents create a healthier relationship with food. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.

This week's throwback Addicted to Fitness contains useful and realistic tips to help you start working on your summer body. In this old school episode, Nick and Shannon share nutrition, exercise, and self-care tips that will help you "tighten" up your physical & mental physique before you head outdoors for summer activities. Original air date 4/26/2021. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.

This week's Addicted to Fitness deciphers recent research on the mental health benefits of working with your hands. Nick and Shannon describe how the results of recent studies show that performing activities with your hands like gardening or coloring can improve cognitive function, mood, and overall feelings of satisfaction more so than typing or scrolling on your phone. Follow the podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.