Gym and Tonic

Do we recommend the bro split? Part 1 of 2

Amy, Robbie and Jairo discuss the different workout "splits" you can do, and why we would or wouldn't recommend them. But first, Amy shares a weird story about her house sitter, and Robbie and Jairo chime in to share their own weird stories (part 1 of 2, come back for part 2 in 2 weeks!)
 
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What we REALLY think of tracking calories

Before giving a ghost update, Amy and Robbie discuss tracking calories and the gray area of it all. Amy shares her own experience of why she doesn't personally track calories and discusses intuitive eating. Robbie mentions a study they found that considers the implications of calorie tracking. They also discuss exercise obsession and its consequences. And are fitness watches really accurate?
 
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Which is better: working out at home or at the gym?!

Amy and Jairo chat about pros and cons of home workouts vs. gym workouts. They also catch each other up on their weekends (Amy went on a date?!), talk tacos (DUH), and Amy explains the phenomenon that is The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (what a hot mess).
 
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Should you bench press? Plus discussing deadlift form, grip and bar variations and why it's important to consider your client's goals when programming

Part 2 of 2! Robbie, Jairo and Amy continue their episode 7 discussion surrounding form for certain foundational lifts and whether you should even do certain lifts in the first place. They also discuss whether supplements are worth it and why it's so important to consider your clients' goals when programming certain lifts and making form suggestions
 
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Ghost updates, why we use specialty bars, and do you even front squat, bro?!

Amy gives updates on her ghost! And why she thinks her roommate was the culprit. Then the crew discusses proper form on some foundational lifts, why we use specialty bars, and whether people should even front squat or bench press... part 1 of 2! Tune in in 2 weeks for part 2
 
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Is the key to weight loss simply calories in vs calories out?

Hi guys and welcome to another episode of Gym and Tonic! Today, Amy and Jairo discuss CALORIES, and whether the quality or quantity of food you ingest is more important. We also touch on the Bean Protocol, the importance of fiber, and the Bristol Stool Chart (lolz).
 
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Supplements that I recommend and that I personally take!

Hi guys! Just Amy here today, Robbie and Jairo will be back next episode!! Today's episode is all about supplements. I discuss the sleep supplements I recommend, creatine, fish oil, vitamin D, zinc, and iron, and finally, my thoughts on protein powder, preworkout, and BCAAs.
 
A couple corrections:
- I kept referring to mgs when speaking about creatine -  I meant grams! my b
- The other iron supplement I was going to mention is called MegaFood Blood Builder
 
Also, thanks so much for putting up with my crappy audio the last two episodes. It's muchhh better in this episode and hopefully we won't have issues again! I will re upload the last two episodes once I figure out what the heck I did lol
 
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Our own personal workout routines vs what we recommend our clients follow

Robbie, Jairo and Amy each explain how they workout, what kind of routines they follow, and what they recommend their clients follow based upon personality, lifestyle and preferences.
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What to eat before, during and after workouts, and why soda and alcohol are so bad for you!

Robbie, Jairo and Amy discuss numerous nutrition topics such as fasting, what to eat before, during and after workouts, differences in nutrition needs between men and women, and why staying away from alcohol and soda are important for your overall health and wellness. We also banter about ghosts and Thailand
 
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How to set (and keep!) fitness goals

Best practices for setting fitness goals at the beginning of the year - but also staying motivated and disciplined throughout the remainder of the year
We discuss:
the way the fitness/nutrition/supplement industry takes advantage of new years resolutioners
how we motivate our clients and introduce them to a healthy lifestyle (habit-stacking!)
what is ACTUALLY healthy, attainable and sustainable, and what isn't
 
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