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218: Benefits of an Online Fitness Coach/ Do the Best Workout Apps Actually Work?

218: Benefits of an Online Fitness Coach/ Do the Best Workout Apps Actually Work?

Update: 2024-06-191
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Can Online Fitness Programs Help?

Dr. Ali Novitsky expresses her excitement about today's topic and introduces the concept of online fitness programs. With nearly seven years of experience in running her own online fitness program, she explains that it is more than just fitness — it’s a holistic approach to health.

Primary vs. Supplementary Fitness:

Dr. Ali discusses how online fitness programs can serve as a primary source of fitness for those who don't go to the gym. For gym-goers, online programs can be a valuable supplement to their existing routines.

Tonal, Peleton, and the Best of Online Fitness:

Dr. Novitsky reveals that despite creating her own workout videos, she also uses other fitness platforms like Peloton and Tonal for motivation and variety. She emphasizes the importance of consistency in achieving fitness results.

The Flexibility of Online Fitness:

Dr. Ali highlights the flexibility of online fitness programs, which can be tailored to fit into anyone's lifestyle, whether they prefer working out alone or in a group setting.

Muscles and Mindset Program:

Dr. Novitsky introduces her program, Muscles & Mindset, recently integrated into an obesity medicine practice. The program focuses on the four pillars of obesity medicine: nutrition, mindset, medication, and exercise. She details the structure of the program, including three levels of workouts, each designed to cater to different fitness abilities and needs.

Program Features:

The program offers 10-minute workouts, three days a week, with no equipment required. Each workout is led by Dr. Novitsky, providing guidance and motivation throughout. The program is designed to be accessible, simple, and consistent, ensuring participants can stick with it and see results.

Success Stories and Results:

She shares success stories and results from participants who have seen significant improvements in their fitness and health. The program is particularly effective for maintaining muscle mass while losing body fat, which is crucial for overall health and metabolism.

Choosing the Right Online Fitness Program:

Dr. Novitsky offers tips on selecting an online fitness program that suits individual needs and preferences. She stresses the importance of knowing what you're signing up for and finding a program that keeps you motivated and engaged.

Special Offer:

She announces a special introductory pricing for the Muscles & Mindset program, making it affordable and accessible to everyone. Listeners can sign up and start their fitness journey immediately, with access to a year's worth of workouts.

Conclusion:

Dr. Novitsky wraps up the episode by encouraging listeners to explore the benefits of online fitness programs and consider integrating them into their fitness routines. She expresses her excitement about the Muscles and Mindset program and the positive impact it can have on their health and well-being. Thank you for tuning in, and Dr. Novitsky can't wait to hear about your fitness journeys. Don't forget to check out the link in the show notes to sign up for Muscles and Mindset.

Timestamps:

00:00:02 - Introduction and Excitement
00:00:12 - Overview of Online Fitness Programs
00:00:23 - Personal Experience with Online Fitness
00:00:44 - Online Fitness as Primary or Supplementary
00:01:14 - Transparency and Personal Use of Other Programs
00:01:36 - Recording Workouts and Motivation
00:01:58 - Consistency Brings Results
00:02:09 - Blending Gym and Online Fitness
00:02:29 - Motivation from Other Programs
00:02:50 - Emotional Regulation and Social Interaction
00:03:00 - Leading Live Workouts at Conferences
00:03:21 - Muscles and Mindset Program Introduction
00:03:32 - Integration into Obesity Medicine Practice
00:03:42 - Four Pillars of Obesity Medicine
00:03:53 - Addressing Obstacles in Exercise
00:04:03 - Program Affordability and Structure
00:04:14 - Phase One: Chair-Assisted Workouts
00:04:34 - Detailed Cueing and Motivation
00:04:55 - Selecting the Right Online Fitness Program
00:05:06 - Exercise as Non-Negotiable
00:05:27 - Making Exercise Accessible
00:05:38 - Phase Two: Intermediate Level
00:05:59 - Phase Three: Advanced Level
00:06:19 - Year-Long Program Structure
00:06:30 - Program Pricing and Access
00:07:01 - Ease of Use and Accessibility
00:07:16 - Importance of Muscle Movement
00:07:37 - Consistency and Simplicity
00:07:52 - Combining Gym and Online Workouts
00:08:24 - Personal Experience with P90X
00:09:00 - Challenges with Long Workouts
00:09:22 - Working Smarter, Not Harder
00:09:32 - Goals: Fat Loss vs. Muscle Gain
00:09:55 - Thermodynamics of Muscle Gain and Fat Loss
00:10:15 - Different Strategies for Different Goals
00:10:37 - Maintaining Muscle with Minimal Time
00:11:09 - Importance of Nutrition
00:11:27 - Knowing What You're Signing Up For
00:11:48 - Leading Workouts for Consistency
00:12:09 - Different Models of Online Programs
00:12:31 - Checklist vs. Led Workouts
00:12:52 - Peloton and Other Programs
00:13:13 - Target Audience for Muscles and Mindset
00:13:34 - Benefits of a Single Coach
00:13:55 - Focus and Time Efficiency
00:14:27 - Combining Trainer and Online Programs
00:14:40 - Muscles and Mindset Availability
00:15:01 - Program Access and Structure
00:15:22 - Scheduling and Using the App
00:15:36 - Conclusion and Excitement

Resources:

The Muscles & Mindset Program is now available! Enroll TODAY.

Muscles & Mindset Podcast was recently featured in the top 100 blogs on FeedSpot! You can see the list HERE.

Optimal GLP-1 Weight Loss Program. Join the waitlist HERE.

31 Days of FIT. Learn more HERE.

Fit Woman Collective™. Learn more HERE.

Transform® 8.0 enrollment for a July 8th, 2024 start is now open. Sign up HERE.

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218: Benefits of an Online Fitness Coach/ Do the Best Workout Apps Actually Work?

218: Benefits of an Online Fitness Coach/ Do the Best Workout Apps Actually Work?

Ali Novitsky, MD