The Barbell Lifestyle Podcast

Sep 24 2024 197 ep. 53 mins 26
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Christina and Marissa delve deep into all things sustainable health & wellness. Using their experience as coaches, competitors, and lifelong learners, they bring a fresh perspective to the world of fitness.

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#192 - [PPN Mini Series - Part 3] Postpartum Training And Recovery

Sep 24 2024 54 mins  
Christina and Marissa chat about the ups and downs of postpartum fitness and recovery. They share tips on how to navigate this tricky phase, stressing the importance of taking it easy and easing back into exercise. Listening to your body and catching any signs of distress are key! They also talk about nutrition and hydration, the perks of pelvic floor therapy, and how new moms can

#191 - [PPN Mini Series - Part 2] Trimester 2 & 3 Training + Nutrition

Sep 10 2024 46 mins  
Christina and Marissa dive into fitness + nutrition during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. They explain the importance of modifying workouts for a growing belly, maintaining core stability, and preparing for labor with exercises. They also debunk the myth of eating for two, offering tips for proper nutrition, and touch on body image, weight gain, and the mental and em

#190 - [PPN Mini Series - Part 1] Trimester 1 Training & Nutrition

Sep 03 2024 48 mins  
In this episode, Christina and Marissa tackle the myths and misconceptions about exercise and nutrition during the first trimester of pregnancy. They discuss the benefits of staying active, the importance of pelvic floor exercises, and why rest and recovery are crucial. They also touch on key nutrients for pregnancy and debunks the "eating for two" myth, while emphasizing

#189 - The Best Workout Split for YOU

Aug 27 2024 23 mins  
Christina and Marissa discuss their workout split preferences, starting with past body part-focused routines. They compare body part splits, push-pull legs, and full body workouts, ultimately favoring full body workouts for their efficiency and sustainability. They highlight the benefits for beginners and the flexibility to include other activities, recommending full body workouts

#188 - Cycle Syncing Your Workouts

Aug 20 2024 22 mins  
Christina and Marissa explore cycle syncing, showing how to match workouts with the phases of the menstrual cycle. They talk about how hormones affect energy and performance, the need for good habits first, and the limits of cycle syncing for those on hormonal contraceptives. While helpful, they note it shouldn't be the only focus of a workout routine. 00:00 - Intro 04:22 - Un

#187 - The Importance Of Community In Fitness

Aug 13 2024 26 mins  
Christina & Marissa discuss the power of community in health and fitness, emphasizing the importance of supportive environments and like-minded connections. They also explore the role of social media in creating virtual communities and the value of sharing personal journeys to inspire others. 00:00 - Introduction and Importance of Community 06:48 - Finding Like-Minded Individ

#186 - The Realities Of Making Permanent Change

Aug 06 2024 50 mins  
Christina & Marissa discuss permanent lifestyle changes, emphasizing the importance of non-negotiables in fitness. They explore how fitness priorities shift through different life seasons and the balance between fitness goals and other life areas. Key topics include the relationship between effort and ideal body weight, mindset and identity shifts for lasting change, and the ro

#185 - Christina's SECOND Birth Story

Jul 30 2024 44 mins  
Christina & Marissa dive into Christina's second birth story, discussing her diagnosis of inter-uterine growth restriction and her decision to decline inductions and cervical checks. They explore the importance of understanding the birthing process, handling pressure to deliver on the due date, and the baby's role in signaling birth. 00:00 - Introduction and Catching

#184 - Navigating Fitness Social Media with Andrew Coates

Jul 23 2024 51 mins  
Christina & Marissa sit down with fitness trainer and writer Andrew Coates to explore his journey in the fitness industry. Andrew shares insights on introducing kids to fitness, simplifying complex information, and tackling misinformation. They also discuss the importance of understanding stress, the impact of nutrition and exercise, and the dangers of social media in the fitne

#183 - What To Do When You Feel Like Giving Up

Jul 16 2024 26 mins  
Christina & Marissa discuss overcoming discouragement on your health and fitness journey, sharing personal experiences from pregnancy and postpartum, emphasizing perspective shifts, celebrating wins, and seeking help, while focusing on discipline over motivation. 00:00 - Introduction: Feeling Like Giving Up 02:43 - Experiencing Discouragement During Health and Fitness Journeys