Reasonably Fit
Getting in shape doesn’t have to be so intense and complicated. So many people get consumed by trying to do every new crash diet, detox, and extreme workout, none of which are sustainable or enjoyable! We’re here to help make fitness fit into your life, rather than take over your life!
Episodes
64 episodes
Cheese and Crackers (and the evolution of Lauren's relationship with food)
Today's episode is all about cheese and crackers! At least that's how the conversation started - and from there it grew into a raw and open discussion around the evolution of Lauren's relationship with food and eating. While the episode is abou...
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Getting Started with Barbells - Part Three: Deadlifts
It's part THREE of our 3-part getting started with barbells series! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell deadlift! We get into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the deadlift by following a simpl...
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Getting Started with Barbells - Part Two: Bench Press
Today we're finally back to our 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell bench press! We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the bench ...
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52:49
Introducing Pursuit:Mobility!
It's finally here! We've been teasing our biggest project of the year for a few months now, and we're so excited to finally release our new mobility program, Pursuit:Mobi...
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Q&A with Special Guests Marcus Filly and Dre Mayes!
Today after we catch you up on where we've been the last month (sorry about that!), we have two VERY special guests in the house! Marcus Filly and Dre Mayes joined us in our studio for our first ever 4-person interview! We kicked things off Q&a...
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Getting Started with Barbells - Part One: Squats
Today we're kicking off a 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell back squat. We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with barbell squats by...
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Episode 58
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52:56
Q&A: Do we follow our own program? Are group classes worth it? How do you manage asymmetries? and more!
Today's Q&A episode goes from lighthearted to vulnerable to educational - we cover it all, and we hope you enjoy the variety of topics in this one!Follow Us:Reasonably Fit Podcast IG:
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Episode 57
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47:43
Hope Not Nope: A Better Way to Approach Pain and Injuries with Dr. Dillon Caswell
Today's episode features special guest, Dr. Dillon Caswell! Dillon is a sought-out enthusiastic clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy with expertise and a Board Speciality Certification in Sports working with a range of everyday to elite professi...
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Episode 56
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53:11
Running Slow AF with Martinus Evans
Today's guest is Martinus Evans, author of, The Slow AF Run Club: The ultimate guide for anybody who wants to run. Today we spoke with him about strategies to start running in the body you're in right now, and how to shift your mindset...
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Episode 55
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31:40
The Prehab Podcast: Making Fitness Approachable and Welcoming with Jason and Lauren Pak
In today's episode we are sharing an interview we did for The Prehab Podcast with Dillon Caswell! In the interview we discuss strategies to make fitness approachable for everyone, tips to take c...
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Episode 54
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38:52
Beginner Lifting Questions You're Afraid to Ask!
Today's Q&A episode is specifically geared toward beginner lifters! We tackled some of the questions that you've been "afraid to ask" and we really hope this is helpful for anyone who might be newer to lifting! With that said, we think even...
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Episode 53
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47:51
The Ultimate Guide to 1RMs and Maxing Out
Today we're going over the what, why, when, and how of maxing out! There are several reasons you might want to test out your one rep max on main lifts such as squat, bench, deadlift, military press, hip thrust, etc. In this episode we discuss t...
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Episode 52
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57:05
The Definitive Guide to RPE
Today we're taking you through one of the more confusing parts of following a structured workout program: how to choose your weights! Some programs (like RISE) use RPE, some use RIR, and some use percentages, but the reality is none of these sy...
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Episode 51
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38:52
Tips for the "Aging Athlete" (and really, all athletes!)
In today's episode we're taking you through the most important training considerations as an athlete, especially in the post-college years! This one will be so helpful for folks who are wanting to continue participating in the sports they love ...
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Episode 50
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46:38
Fitness Is More Than Just Building Muscle! Our Thoughts On "Optimization" Culture
We're seeing a trend in fitness right now where some coaches and trainers are bashing certain exercises because they're not "optimal" for muscle growth. In today's episode we discuss how this is a reductionist view of fitness and really minimiz...
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Episode 49
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36:38
5 Lifting Tips You Probably Don't Know, But Will Instantly Boost Your Gains!
We talk a lot about progressive overload and long-term strategies for making improvements in the gym, but today we're going over some tips that will instantly boost your gains just by implementing them in the moment!Links and Codes:<...
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Episode 48
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44:14
Deconstructing the Fitness Industry Complex with Justice Roe Williams
In today's episode we interview our long time friend and colleague, Justice Roe Williams! Justice is a certified personal trainer, founder of the Queer Gym Pop Up, Executive Director of Fitness4AllBodies, and most recently, co-editor of his upc...
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Episode 47
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40:18
How to redirect focus away from weight loss, how to work out on a tight schedule, and whether or not fasted workouts are okay!
Today we have another Q&A episode for you and we really loved diving into these three topics! We hope you enjoy this one :)Links and Codes:RISE...
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Episode 46
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34:41
Sarah Gilman (on the intersection of physical and mental health)
We have a very special guest for today's episode: Hollywood actor and mental health advocate, Sarah Gilman! Sarah became well-known for her role as Delia in the Disney Channel series "I Didn't Do It," and she currently plays Penny on CSI: Las V...
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Episode 45
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49:33
Alleviating Desk Job Ailments, Our Top Supplements, Dealing With Aches, Pains, and Injuries, And When To Use A Weight Belt
Today we have a Q&A episode for you where we answer some of your frequently asked questions! We hope you enjoy these topics and if you'd like to hear more Q&A style episodes, let us know on our Instagram page @reasonablyfit!L...
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Episode 44
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40:20
Meal Prep "lite": Tips For Planning and Prepping That Still Allow For Flexibility
Whenever we hear meal prep we think about stacks of Tupperware with meticulously calculated portions and it makes us want to run in the other direction. But we realized that there are components of meal prepping that are actually very helpful i...
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Episode 43
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31:43
Is There More To Glute Training Than Just Aesthetics?
Let's talk about GLUTES! Training for bigger glutes is one of the most common goals we're seeing right now, but are aesthetics the only reason to train your glutes? And are there any downsides to training your glutes for aesthetics? We discuss ...
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Episode 42
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29:56
Why You Should Train Like An Athlete!
Today we talk about how training like an athlete can be extremely beneficial for the general population. We go over what training like an athlete means, what a workout would look like, and how you can incorporate the principles into your fitnes...
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Episode 41
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45:00
How To Get Your First Pull-Up!
The ultimate resource for how to get your first pull-up! From form to mindset to programming to technique, we've got you covered!As for the program, here it is all written out:1) Use a band you can get 8 reps with, but start at 5 ...
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Episode 40
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49:32
Comparing Yourself To Your Past Self
In today's episode Lauren shares a little more of her story as someone who struggled with disordered eating and body dysmorphia. Last week we posted a video on Instagram in which Lauren talked about a specific picture of herself from high schoo...
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Episode 39
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