Why Metabolism Declines With Age (And How to Reverse It!) – Podcast Ep. 29

Why Metabolism Declines With Age (And How to Reverse It!) – Podcast Ep. 29


Welcome to the 29th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, Debbie James, RDN, talks metabolism. Why does metabolism decrease as we age and how can we prevent or reverse this? All this and more on this week’s episode!

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This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.


Timecard Markers – Why Metabolism Declines with Age – Podcast Ep. 29 

Intro     

Begins at 0:01      

Introduction of LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James   

0:38  

What is Metabolism?  

0:58   

At What Age Does Metabolism Start Slowing Down?  

3:24 

Are There Ways to Help Stop Metabolism from Declining?  

3:47 

What Are Some Ways to Help Increase Your Metabolic Rate? 

6:25 

When Does Bone Mass Start Declining? 

9:20 

Is There a Way to Measure Your Metabolism? Should This Be Measured? 

9:51 

Are There Certain Foods That Help Increase/Speed Up Metabolism?  

12:32 

Are There Foods You Should Stay Away From? 

14:20 

Andrew’s Sidebar Side Salad Segment  

15:10 

What Outside Factors Affect Metabolism? How Does Stress Play a Role? 

18:48 

Does Someone with a High Metabolism Have More Energy? 

20:10 

Is There a Certain Type of Exercise That’s Best for Increasing Metabolism?  

22:46 

Green Tea and EGCG – Does This Really Help Increase Calorie Expenditure?  

23:38 

Actionable Advice 

25:13 

Outro 

27:00 


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Injuries: Back, Knee, Shoulder – Podcast Ep. 28

Injuries: Back, Knee, Shoulder – Podcast Ep. 28


Welcome to the 28th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, the one-and-only, LA Fitness Master Trainer, Geoff Fox, joins the show to discuss how to prevent and handle back, knee and shoulder injuries. 

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This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.

Timecard Markers – Injuries: Back, Knee, Shoulder – Podcast Ep. 28  

Intro    

Begins at 0:01     

Introduction of LA Fitness Master Trainer, Geoff Fox 

0:28 

Keep in Touch with Us!  

3:01 

Part 1 – The Back 

3:40 

What Are Some of the Most Common Back Injuries?  

3:52 

Is There a Way to Help Prevent Back Injuries from Occurring?  

4:20 

Why Do Back Injuries Tend to Affect More Seasoned Adults?  

5:20 

What Are Some Go-To Machines or Exercises for Strengthening the Back? 

6:10 

What Products on the Market Help with Back Pain?  

9:06 

Is it Safe to Work Out with a Back Injury?  

10:42 

Part 2 – The Shoulders 

How Important is it to Focus on Shoulder Strengthening Exercises? 

11:30 

What Are Some of the Best Exercises for the Shoulders? 

13:36 

What Should Someone with a Shoulder Injury Do to Recover?  

16:05 

Is There a Way to Prevent Shoulder Burnout?  

17:23 

What is More Important? Muscle Health or Bone Health?  

18:35 

Part 3 – The Knees 

Is it OK to Work Out with a Knee Injury? 

19:40 

What Causes Knee Injuries to Happen?  

21:46 

What Are Some of the Best Knee Strengthening Exercises? 

23:24 

Are There Certain Injuries That Should Be Avoided by Those Susceptible to Knee Injuries? 

24:32 

Do Bodybuilders Experience Knee Issues A Lot Due to Increased Muscle Weight? 

26:31 

Actionable Advice 

27:48 

Outro 

28:52 

Goodbye to One-Half of Your Show Hosts, Candice Currie  

29:00 


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The Plant-Based Diet: What You Need to Know – Podcast Ep. 27

The Plant-Based Diet: What You Need to Know – Podcast Ep. 27


Welcome to the 27th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, we’re discussing what a plant-based diet is, how it differs from a vegetarian diet, and whether or not you should try it!

How Are We Doing? 


This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.


Timecard Markers – PlantBased Diets – Podcast Ep. 27   

Intro    

Begins at 0:01     

Introduction of LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James 

0:38 

What is The Plant-Based Diet? 

1:04 

Is it Different from Following a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet? 

1:53 

Is There a Healthier Meat You Should Lean Towards Eating When Following This Plan? 

2:22 

How Often Should You Include Meat in a Plant-Based Eating Plan? 

2:45   

What Are the Benefits of Following a Plant-Based Eating Style? 

4:09 

Should All the Veggies You Eat Be Organic? 

5:19 

Where Do Potatoes Fall into This? 

6:11 

Is the Plant-Based Diet for Everyone? Can Everyone Benefit from Following This Style of Eating? 

7:15 

Do You Have to Eat More Frequently? 

8:05 

Some Plant-Based Meal Suggestions 

8:46 

Plant-Based Meats – Are These Healthy Options? 

10:36 

Would Someone Following a Plant-Based Eating Style Have to Supplement? 

14:57 

When Can You Go for More Information? 

18:42 

Actionable Advice 

20:23 

Outro 

21:10 


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Fitness vs. Nutrition Trivia Showdown – Podcast Ep. 26

Fitness vs. Nutrition Trivia Showdown – Podcast Ep. 26


Welcome to the 26th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this **SPECIAL EDITION** of Living Healthy, it’s a fitness vs. nutrition showdown with guest experts Debbie James, RDN and LA Fitness Master Trainer, Geoff Fox. Who will be crowned the winner on this episode’s battle of the brains? Listen and find out!

And play along with us and let us know how you did! 🙂

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Special Shout-out

Thanks to our listeners who have sent in emails letting us know what you think of the show! Special shout out to Juliana M. who recently wrote in and said: 

“I just wanted to say thank you because your podcasts are helping me transition into a healthier lifestyle especially after listening to episode 20 on fast food […] maybe one of your future podcast should be about vegetarian and vegan [options] talking about if it’s healthy or if we actually need meat. I’m on the crossroads.”  

Well, Juliana, we heard you and we think that’s a great idea, so keep an eye out for our upcoming episode on The Plant-Based Diet: What You Need to Know.  

This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.


Timecard Markers – Fitness vs Nutrition Trivia Showdown – Podcast Ep. 26   

Intro    

Begins at 0:01     

Introduction of LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James, and LA Fitness Master Trainer, Geoff Fox 

0:52 

Rules Announced  

1:30 

Round 1 – The Fitness Round – Begins!  

2:26 

Round 2 – The Nutrition Round – Begins!  

7:50 

Round 3 – The LA Fitness Trivia Round – Begins!  

16:00 

The Winner is Announced!  

27:00 

Special Member Shout-out 

and Outro

27:39 


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How to Gain Healthy Weight – Podcast Ep. 25

How to Gain Healthy Weight – Podcast Ep. 25


Welcome to the 25th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, we speak with LAF Personal Training Director, Tristen Alleman, and LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James, as they share their expert advice on how to gain weight the healthy way. This episode is for anyone that’s ever been curious about how they can add lean muscle, and increase body mass, without adding the unhealthy type of body weight. We approach this from both the fitness side of things and nutritional side, to help those struggling with weight gain, find a healthy and balanced way to do so with their training and nutritional routines.

How Are We Doing? 


This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.


Timecard Markers – How to Gain Healthy Weight – Podcast Ep. 25

Introduction 

Begins at 0:01    

Introduction of LAF Personal Training Director, Tristen Alleman, and LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James 

0:22 

What Would Someone Want to Add on Weight or Muscle? 

0:32 

Do You Have to Increase Your Caloric Intake to Gain Weight? 

2:36 

How Does Strength Training Help Build Muscles? 

4:50 

What Foods Are Good to Eat on Cardio-Focused Work Out Days? 

4:16  

How Many Days Per Week Should You Strength Train? 

7:02 

Austin, Our Skinny Colleague, Joins the Show (and Talks Food and Lack of Weight Gain) 

8:43 

Can Everyone Benefit from Adding Muscle onto Their Body? Or Only Bodybuilders? 

14:42 

Are Supplements Good or Bad When It Comes to Bulking? 

16:36 

How Much Protein is Too Much Protein? 

19:00 

Can You Gain Weight and Bulk as a Vegetarian or Vegan?  

20:01 

Are Full-Fat Products Always the Best Option for Weight Gain and Bulking? 

20:40 

Why Are Women Afraid of Gaining Muscle? 

22:23 

Actionable Advice   

24:38 

Outro 

26:06 


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