Start Strong: The Importance of Measuring Your Fitness Progress

by | Jul 16, 2024 | Podcasts, Vegans Who Lift

Vegans Who Lift Podcast Season 03 Episode 01

Episode Description:

Welcome back to the Vegans Who Lift Podcast! As we kick off Season 03, Episode 01, join your favorite hosts, John Thomas, The Bodybuilding Vegan, and Brooke Sellers, Miss Meatless Muscle, for an exciting and insightful episode. In this season premiere, John and Brooke dive into tracking and measuring progress, whether you’re an elite bodybuilder or just starting your fitness journey. Their engaging and informative discussion emphasizes the importance of monitoring various aspects of your fitness and health journey to ensure you’re on the right path. The episode also features listener questions, providing personalized advice and tips to the audience. Don’t miss out on this valuable conversation that inspires and motivates you to take your fitness goals to the next level.

Introduction to Season 03:

  • Celebration of reaching the third season.
  • Reflections on the journey so far and gratitude to the listeners.

The Importance of Tracking Progress:

  • Tracking for bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts at all levels.

  • Benefits of measuring progress to stay motivated and achieve goals.

  • Various aspects to track: weight, measurements, strength, steps, and more.

Common Tracking Methods:

  • Using scales and understanding their limitations.

  • The role of DEXA scans and other accurate body composition measurements.

  • The usefulness of smartwatches and fitness apps like MyFitnessPal.

Listener Questions:

  • Addressing questions about vegan keto diets and their impact on health and fitness.
  • Advice on staying motivated and consistent with tracking.

    Personal Anecdotes and Tips:

    • Brooke and John share their experiences with tracking.

    • The importance of understanding your body and its responses

    Special Features:

    • Highlighting Brooke’s story about her mom’s life being saved by an Apple Watch.

    • Discussion on the impact of various factors like menstrual cycles on tracking.

      Future Episodes and Listener Engagement:

      • Encouragement for listeners to submit their questions.
      • Teasers for upcoming episodes and special guests.

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