
Six Pack Abs
01/05/21 • 32 min
In this episode we deep dive into your foundation, and the most important muscle grouping in your body-- YOUR CORE! Learn about what it takes to see abdominal definition, how to get 'core strong', and what exercises to utilize in the gym.
SHOW NOTES:0:00: Introduction/small talk/sports/weather5:40: The Anatomy of Your CORE 9:15 How to Visibly SEE Your 'Abs'12:52: Working your Abs Everyday14:08: The MYTH of Spot Targeting Problem Areas15:05: Genetics16:10: How a Stronger Core Translates to Stronger LIFTS16:36: Canoe/Dock Analogy17:15: Protecting your Lower Back18:53: Exercises to Strengthen your DEEP Core Muscles20:00: Bracing/Learning to Brace21:00: Core Exercises done WRONG22:42: Stability vs. Strength 24:20: Lower Back PAIN during Plank (why)24:48: Vacuums (the exercise)28:05: Wearing a Belt When Lifting30:00: Stretching Out your T.A.31:30: Closing Thoughts/Summary A great weight belt (for back support): https://2pood.com/collections/official-usaw-lifting-belts?gclid=Cj0KCQiAlsv_BRDtARIsAHMGVSbm3EXF8uMygusPu4OCrtGEPV9-jnAJwZKvbMvsiGG9FtKbBI8P33waAvwMEALw_wcBA how-to on Vacuums: https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/stomach-vacuum-exercise.html
Follow Michelle on IG: @melzfit
Follow Phil on IG: @jaccoma263
Follow J&M on IG: @jmelitefit
In this episode we deep dive into your foundation, and the most important muscle grouping in your body-- YOUR CORE! Learn about what it takes to see abdominal definition, how to get 'core strong', and what exercises to utilize in the gym.
SHOW NOTES:0:00: Introduction/small talk/sports/weather5:40: The Anatomy of Your CORE 9:15 How to Visibly SEE Your 'Abs'12:52: Working your Abs Everyday14:08: The MYTH of Spot Targeting Problem Areas15:05: Genetics16:10: How a Stronger Core Translates to Stronger LIFTS16:36: Canoe/Dock Analogy17:15: Protecting your Lower Back18:53: Exercises to Strengthen your DEEP Core Muscles20:00: Bracing/Learning to Brace21:00: Core Exercises done WRONG22:42: Stability vs. Strength 24:20: Lower Back PAIN during Plank (why)24:48: Vacuums (the exercise)28:05: Wearing a Belt When Lifting30:00: Stretching Out your T.A.31:30: Closing Thoughts/Summary A great weight belt (for back support): https://2pood.com/collections/official-usaw-lifting-belts?gclid=Cj0KCQiAlsv_BRDtARIsAHMGVSbm3EXF8uMygusPu4OCrtGEPV9-jnAJwZKvbMvsiGG9FtKbBI8P33waAvwMEALw_wcBA how-to on Vacuums: https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/stomach-vacuum-exercise.html
Follow Michelle on IG: @melzfit
Follow Phil on IG: @jaccoma263
Follow J&M on IG: @jmelitefit
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New Year New YOU
Okay, cut the BS everyone. It's a new YEAR.
It's time to make those changes you've always wanted to make.
Stop living the same year over and over again. Stop letting life happen TO you.
Start making every day count. Start making healthy choices.
Start letting life happen FOR you!
If we have all learned a big lesson from 2020 it should be that we can't control outside factors.
However, the one thing we have 100% control of is OURSELVES and our ACTIONS.
Use that as motivation to walk into 2021 with confidence and positivity.
Time to start eating better, walking more, working out regularly, saving money, washing our faces, and LIVING OUR BEST LIVES!!! Who's with us?!!?
Thank you all SO much for listening and supporting us all year long!
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Immunity
Today's topic is REALLY relevant--- today we address IMMUNITY.
Not only are we talking about what your immune system IS and what it's comprised of,
but we are also talking about how exercise, nutrition, and sleep are the best VACCINE in the world. We recommend different supplements/vitamins to take, and break down the immunity myths vs. truths. Come get a dose of reality with us!
SHOW NOTES:
- 0:00- Introduction and Current Events
- 4:35- Intro to Immunity
- 4:45- The "C" Word
- 6:48- What IS the Immune System
- 7:15- Innate vs. Active Immune System
- 7:57- Parts of the Immune System
- 9:50- Importance of Fats
- 11:30- Weakening Our Immunity
- 13:15- Tobacco and Alcohol
- 14:00- The Stress Effect
- 15:00- Strengthening Our Immunity
- 20:10- Vitamins
- 25:35- Immunity Packed Foods
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