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Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.
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Today on the podcast we are talking about training with gymnastics rings. They are humbling to work with and are a great tool for bodyweigth strength training. We discuss how rings are versatile, effective, and how you can increase and decrease load on them easily. We share workouts you can do at home and how you can set them up. Our Ring Recommendations: Wood Rings from Rogue Fitness Steel Gym Rings Non Slip Rings from Amazon In this episode, we discuss: Are Workout Rings Effective...
Today, we’re here to preach some serious truth about protein powder and protein snacks. Protein powder and snacks are one of the most popular dietary supplements in the US, but, just because the label says it’s high in protein doesn’t mean it’s high in protein. If you’re getting your daily protein through out of the box processed foods, we hate to break it to you, but you’re doing it wrong. We’ll share why protein powders and snacks aren’t as healthy as you think, and how you can hit your pro...
Today, we’re discussing AI and fitness. Does AI technology fit in the fitness world and how? We talk about how AI fits into training, the future of technology and fitness, the ethical implications, and why real human coaches aren’t going anywhere. In this episode, we discuss: AI and Robots in FitnessThe Ethics of Using AI For FitnessWhy Human Trainers Still Matter in an AI-Driven Fitness WorldAccountability and Motivation Beyond Fitness AppsThe Value of Real-Time Form Correction...
Today on the podcast, we talk about why strength training is essential for older adults. In general, there are a lot of myths around the accessibility of strength training that isn't true. Strength training is available to anyone at any age, and is more crucial than ever as we age. We dive into why you need to strength train if you’re an older adult, what your programming will look like, and give you resources and information on how to start. In this episode, we discuss: Why Str...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we explore mental toughness, performance goals, and the sustainability of various fitness competitions. These might include triathlons, Hyrox, Spartan races, marathons, CrossFit comps, bodybuilding, and powerlifting. Many people in the competition mindset aren’t necessarily training for athletics—or even health—but focus instead on being competitive in a specific arena. Today, we dig into both the psychological and physical aspects of these competitions. ...
Today’s podcast covers the basics of building a general strength training program. It’s impossible to teach you how to build your own program in 45 minutes. However, through using the past podcast episodes and blog resources we reference today, and by asking questions in our Facebook group, you’ll be able to create something for yourself. We’ll walk you through the 6 steps to consider when building your strength training routine, along with the resources you need to make it happen. Thes...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we revisit training around your menstrual cycle. Just because your hormones fluctuate does not mean your training needs to change. You might experience days when you feel like crap before or during your period and you might need to change intensity or maybe skip the gym, but your general programing should remain the same. In this episode, we talk about the myths behind period training programs, seeking help and answers if you have harder periods, training wi...
We have a special guest on the podcast today: Erin Moynihan. Erin has been one of our clients for the past five years, and she’s an absolute badass— a retired CrossFitter, lifelong athlete, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner who will soon earn her CPT. As BP Fitness’s biggest supporter and a future coach, she’s passionate about helping others get stronger, move better, and live healthier. Outside the gym, she’s a devoted dog lover and an advocate for an active, balanced life. Want Mo...
Today’s episode of the podcast is about healing your relationship with movement. The fitness industry is riddled with diet culture, toxic fitness messaging, fear-based marketing, social media comparisons, and celebrity worship. No wonder so many of us think exercise is a form of torture to endure in order to look good for other people. We are moving away from the “no pain, no gain” mindset and toward the shift so many of us need: seeing exercise not as punishment, but as a form of empowerment...
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address on the podcast! 1. I’ve been noticing that weighted vests are becoming popular lately. What are your thoughts? What are the benefits or are they just a fad? How should they be used if they are worth using? 2. I’m currently completing my level 3 personal training diploma (not sure what the equivalent is in the US). Do you have any tips or advice for newbie starting out? Resource: Podcast - the Business o...
Today, we have Doctor of Occupational Therapy specializing in pelvic health, Courtney Trocinski on the podcast. Courtney is also a birth doula, and founder of OWN Your Pelvic Health, a women’s pelvic health clinic in Denver, Colorado. She works with women throughout the lifespan, with an emphasis on care during fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum years. In addition to clinical work, Courtney has created a collaborative women’s wellness space, bringing together pelvic floor therapists, doulas...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re asking: “Is chasing a number keeping you stuck?” Don’t get us wrong, we love data and measurable results. Numbers can be incredibly helpful, but they can also hold you back. It’s not the numbers themselves that are the problem, it’s how you relate to them. This episode will help you reframe which numbers truly matter and what they actually mean for you. In this episode, we discuss: What Is A Weight Loss Mindset?Signs Your Stuck On Worrying About ...
Today, we have Danny Neifert, the founder of Skin Harmonics (Heather's favorite local skin care brand). She’s here to talk about her healing journey and why natural skincare matters. Danny was born on a remote Native American Indian reservation in the southwest where she spent the first part of her life which sparked a deep appreciation for nature and its offerings. She discovered aromatherapy as a young mother, igniting a lifelong passion for skin care & the healing arts. She...
Today we’re discussing the dark side of the fitness industry: how it profits off your insecurities. The health and fitness industry is worth $115 billion, and what’s not talked about enough is how much of that money is made by making people feel like they’re not good enough. We love fitness and health, but the problem is that a lot of what’s being sold is manipulation. So how do you know when you’re being played by the health and wellness industry? And more importantly, what can you do to tak...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we talk about weight loss vs fat loss and why they aren’t the same. People are still focused on losing weight and hung up on the numbers on the sale, but we’re here to tell you why weight loss is not the answer. We get it, we live in a culture and go to doctors that will tell people that they need to lose weight to be healthy. We’re here to tell you why this actually harmful advice, and what you should be focusing on instead. In this episode, we disc...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we dispel the myth that every workout needs to wreck you. Most people think they need to be exhausted and barely able to walk out of a workout to have it count, but that’s actually not healthy for you. We discuss what a good workout actually is. Then we discuss what sustainable fitness actually is, and signs that your workout routine could be doing more harm than good. Sustainable fitness isn’t sexy, but it works. Tune in if you’re ready to maintain your wor...
Today, we discuss which is better for fat loss: cardio or strength training. Spoiler alert: cardio is not the most sustainable or effective fat loss tool. We get into the science behind why, which includes a conversation about metabolism and adaptation. Then we discuss why strength training is a better choice for fat loss and why. We go over the common mistakes people make when they want to lose fat, and talk about what improving your body composition actually means. In this Episode, ...
This week we talk about HRV or heart rate variability. HRV is the change in time intervals between your consecutive heartbeats. We are going to discuss how HRV happens in the body, what it tells us about our health, and what affects HRV. In this Episode, We Discuss: Why Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Is Getting So Much AttentionWhat Is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)?Why Is Heart Rate Variability Important? What HRV Tells Us About the Nervous SystemHow Is HRV Measured?What Affec...
Tired of program hopping? This week’s episode of the podcast is all about how to stick with a workout routine. We’ve all done it: you get hyped on a new workout program and crush it the first couple of weeks, and then life hits, motivation dips, and then there’s the fall out. Then you find the next routine a few months later. However, progress only happens when you stick to a boring, affective, foundational and repetitive routine. In this episode, we breakdown why you keep falling off, what t...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we are going over the 5 questions you need to ask yourself before starting another diet. First, we go over what diet can mean. Diet can simply mean the way you eat, or it could be used to refer to some sort of calorie restriction. Then, we go over the (speculated) oppressive origins of dieting, and lay out the essential questions you need to ask yourself before you change your eating patterns. In This Episode, We Discuss: What’s My “Why” for Wa...
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