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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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On today’s episode of the podcast, we talk about vibration training and if it’s worth the shake. We're covering all vibration training tools, specifically vibration plates, and the research on whether these products work or not. Stay tuned to hear the science on our opinion on this reemerging trend. In this episode, we discuss: What is Vibration Training?How Vibration Training Affects Muscles & the Nervous SystemBenefits of Vibration TrainingTypes of Vibration Tools How to Sa...
Today on the podcast, we talk about why it is imperative to have a movement practice when you're dealing with pain or injury and what that might look like. Movement can and should be used as medicine when you have an acute injury or chronic issues. We see people living in pain who were never told that movement could actually help. We discuss the science behind our opinions and share how you can bring movement back into your life, no matter what issue you’re working with. In this episode, we...
Taking time off from training happens. Injury, burnout, work, stress, travel, or just life getting busy. Getting back into the gym usually feels harder mentally than it does physically. In this episode, Heather and Katie talk through how to return to training after a long break in a way that actually sticks. We break down what to focus on, what to avoid, and how to rebuild strength and consistency without burning yourself out or trying to train like you never stopped. What We Cover: Why check...
On this week’s episode of the podcast, share our personal fitness goals for 2026 and go over our fitness predictions for the upcoming year. Get to know us, the motivation that drives us, and our expert forecast for the future of fitness. Additional Sources: Podcast Episode 45: Why New Years Resolutions Suck: How to Set Goals the Right Way Podcast Episode 147: 5 Ways to Stay Consistent in 2024 Want More? Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Join our Facebook Grou...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re switching things up with a rapid-fire “this or that” conversation around fitness and nutrition. We move quickly through a series of questions, giving our initial gut responses first, then circle back to unpack the why behind each answer. As always, these aren’t absolutes. Context matters, nuance matters, and we don’t agree on everything. You’re invited to play along while you listen, pick your side, and decide where you land. If you’ve got strong opini...
On this week’s episode of the podcast, we share five ways to keep your workout routine fresh. This advice comes with a caveat: doing the same boring foundational movements is how you progress and gain strength. So, you can change what hinge or squat movements each mesocycle, but you need to always be hinging and squatting. Tune in to hear how you can keep progressing while adding some extra flavor in your routine. Want More? Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Jo...
Today, on the podcast, we have a very special guest, Corrie Van Horne. Corrie Van Horne is a therapist, dietitian, and founder of Reverie—a radical therapy practice and emerging community space for healing, transformation, and reclamation. Her path to this work began during a profound personal awakening in her early thirties. After experiencing a divorce, religious trauma, and deep grief, Corrie found herself questioning the systems and beliefs she was raised within. What began as rupture bec...
Today, we’re talking about injuries in the gym, and myths about certain movements and their potential for injury. We’re going to unpack these myths and tease out what might actually be user error for these exercises. Most gym injuries occur because you’re doing too much too soon, not because of a particular movement. We’ll unpack the most “feared” movements one by one, and go over everything you need to know to execute these movements safely. Want More? Join our Newsletter Onlin...
On this week's episode of the podcast, we look back at the fitness trends from 2025 and give our thoughts on what trends were great and what was just noise. Wear your weighted vest, bring your Ozempic, and get ready for a circuit training workout with no rest periods. Want More? Join our Newsletter Online Nutrition Coaching Join our Facebook Group 1:1 Fitness Coaching Get 3 Weeks of Nutrition Support for Free Free Knee Pain Training Guide Get Hundreds of Movement Dem...
Join our Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Facebook group to ask questions that we will address on the podcast! Does red light therapy work? What are the benefits?What’s the difference between calisthenics and yoga? I am one week post partum and want to start doing exercises at home. Is there anything safe i can do besides going for a walk at this point?
On this week’s episode of the podcast, host Heather shares her experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT). HRT treatments are outside of what you might commonly find in traditional primary care, especially as a 38 year old. Heather started her journey with labs and implementing HRT to work on her health in a way she’s never done before. Heather shares her entire experience. So many people - especially women - want answers for how they are feeling, and looking into hormone levels might ...
On today's episode, we welcome Jami Fassett. Jami is a Nourishing Mindset Coach and co-founder of the Reset from Within Group Program. After 27 years stuck in the all-or-nothing dieting trap, Jami cracked the code to real, lasting well-being in her life with a radical shift: letting daily joy—not restriction—lead her health journey. With seven and a half years now of easily maintaining a 70lb weight loss, and multiple coach trainings, Jami helps others stop living at war with their bodies and...
On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re going to give you our take on the 10 most underrated exercises to add to your routine. Get ready to learn about the most awesome movements that don’t get enough love on social media, but can seriously level up your strength, mobility, and performance. We’ll break down why each exercise deserves a spot in your program, how to program them effectively, and what common mistakes to avoid. In this episode, we discuss: Why These Exercises Are Often Skipped...
Gone are the days of eating boring chicken and rice. Today, Cooper Cordero of Barbell Quisine will teach you how to make meal prep enjoyable, tasty, and simple. Cooper Cordero is a self-taught culinary enthusiast who proves that you don't have to sacrifice flavor for macros. With a focus on transforming traditionally indulgent meals into nutritious fuel for fitness-lovers, Cooper specializes in innovative recipes that not only taste great but also support the rigorous demands of lifters. As a...
Today on the podcast, we’re talking about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that’s linked to changes in the seasons. It most commonly shows up during the winter months when there’s less sunlight, with January and February being the hardest months, and affects about 5% of adults in the U.S. each year. There’s also a milder form called subsyndromal SAD, or S-SAD, referred to as the “winter blues”. So even if you don’t have a formal diagnosis, you might experie...
This week’s episode is all about our 21-Day Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Challenge! Honestly, it’s the biggest thing we do all year, and this will be our 4th year running it. Out of all the 21-day fitness challenges we’ve seen, we truly believe the Stronger Than Your Boyfriend Challenge is the best out there. That’s because it’s not about drastic change (no before and after photos required!), It's a habit challenge designed to help you build some truly phenomenal healthy habits into your life...
Today on the podcast, we discuss resting between sets — why it’s important and actually a critical piece of any strength training program. Simply put, your body isn’t going to build muscle or strength if you’re not resting between sets. The time you rest even dictates whether you’re improving hypertrophy or endurance. We break down the science behind why rest is essential and the common rest-period mistakes you’ll want to avoid. In this episode, we discuss: Why Rest Periods Matter in Streng...
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...
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