This Podcast Fits Your Macros - Episode 29: How to Avoid Getting Sick at the Gym

Episode 29: How to Avoid Getting Sick at the Gym

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02/01/24 • 50 min

This Podcast Fits Your Macros

In this episode, Coach CaiLEAN and Coach Ry discuss how to avoid getting sick at the gym. From simple things like not touching your face without washing your hands first and avoiding sick individuals. They also cover the benefits of breathing through the nose, the importance of quality supplements, and the role of nutrition in preventing illness. They also touch on the benefits of fasting for health and weight management.

Key points

Avoid touching your face without cleaning your hands first to prevent the spread of germs.
Stay away from sick individuals at the gym to minimize the risk of getting sick.
If you feel sick, stay home and rest to allow your body to recover.
Breathe through your nose to filter out germs and improve overall health. Breathing through the nose can have multiple benefits, including improved facial structure.
Taking quality supplements, such as magnesium, zinc, and vitamin C, can support overall health and immune function.
It is important to choose supplements from reputable sources that are third-party tested and free from heavy metals.
Fasting can be a beneficial practice for improving health and weight management.

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:37 - Avoiding Sickness at the Gym

09:49 - Avoid Touching Face

15:34 - Avoid Sick Individuals

18:39 - Stay Home When Feeling Sick

28:51 - Breathe Through Your Nose

31:51 - Benefits of Breathing Through the Nose

34:18 - Recommended Supplements for Overall Health and Wellness

38:16 - Importance of Nutrition and Quality of Supplements

45:32 - The Role of Fasting in Health and Wellness

Key points

Avoid touching your face without cleaning your hands first to prevent the spread of germs.
Stay away from sick individuals at the gym to minimize the risk of getting sick.
If you feel sick, stay home and rest to allow your body to recover.
Breathe through your nose to filter out germs and improve overall health. Breathing through the nose can have multiple benefits, including improved facial structure.
Taking quality supplements, such as magnesium, zinc, and vitamin C, can support overall health and immune function.
It is important to choose supplements from reputable sources that are third-party tested and free from heavy metals.
Fasting can be a beneficial practice for improving health and weight management.

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:37 - Avoiding Sickness at the Gym

09:49 - Avoid Touching Face

15:34 - Avoid Sick Individuals

18:39 - Stay Home When Feeling Sick

28:51 - Breathe Through Your Nose

31:51 - Benefits of Breathing Through the Nose

34:18 - Recommended Supplements for Overall Health and Wellness

38:16 - Importance of Nutrition and Quality of Supplements

45:32 - The Role of Fasting in Health and Wellness

Previous Episode

Episode 28: Top 10 Gym Mistakes (And How YOU Can Avoid Them)

In this episode, Coach Ry and Coach CaiLEAN discuss the most common gym mistakes and provide their expert insights on how to avoid them. They dive deep into topics such as hanging on to cardio machines, talking on the phone and texting in the gym, lack of intensity in workouts, excessive talking in the gym, doing too many HIIT activities, the importance of warming up and doing mobility exercises and not taking rest days.
Key takeaways:
* Avoid hanging on cardio machines as it diminishes the effectiveness of the workout.
* Minimize talking and texting on the phone in the gym to maintain focus and intensity.
* Ensure proper form and intensity in workouts to maximize results.
* Limit excessive talking in the gym to stay focused and avoid distractions.
* Avoid excessive HIIT activities and prioritize rest days for optimal recovery and progress. Training with the right intensity and allowing for optimal recovery is crucial for progress.
* Engaging in activities outside of the gym can provide additional benefits and prevent burnout.
* Be considerate of others by not camping on equipment and cleaning up after yourself.
* Warming up and doing mobility exercises are essential for injury prevention and optimal performance.
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:01 - Was it worth the macros?
03:08 - Gym Mistakes
06:34 - Hanging on to Cardio Machines
10:40 - Talking and Texting on the Phone in the Gym
15:11 - Lack of Intensity in Workouts
18:20 - Excessive Talking in the Gym
23:11 - Doing Too Many HIIT Activities
30:20 - Not Taking Rest Days
33:12 - Training vs. Activity
37:45 - Camping on Equipment
43:06 - Skipping Warm-up and Mobility
48:19 - Not Cleaning Equipment

Next Episode

Episode 30: 5 FAKE "Health" Foods Holding You Back

In this episode, Coach Ry and CaiLEAN discuss 5 'health' foods that are not actually healthy and are holding you back from reaching your goals.
They cover topics such as the difference between dried fruit and fresh fruit, the misleading labels of keto, gluten-free, grain-free, non-GMO, and organic foods, vegan processed food and the downsides of protein bars. They emphasize the importance of understanding the marketing, nutritional value and ingredients of the foods we consume and making informed choices that align with our goals.
Key Points
* Not all foods marketed as 'healthy' are actually good for you.
* Juices, vegan processed foods, and dried fruit can be misleading.
* It's important to read labels and understand the ingredients in the foods you consume.
* Opt for whole, unprocessed foods whenever possible.
* Consider the water content and nutritional value of dried fruit compared to fresh fruit.
* Protein bars may not be the best choice for overall health and can trigger cravings and overconsumption.
* Take the time to understand your goals and choose foods that align with those goals.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
03:20 - Is It Worth the Macros? Review of Apple Jacks and Banana Bread Pop Tarts
09:42 - The Problem with Juices
12:23 - Vegan Processed Foods
19:09 - Dried Fruit
32:11 - Dried Fruit vs. Fresh Fruit
33:12 - The Misleading Labels of Keto, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Non-GMO, Organic
40:30 - The Downside of Protein Bars