Get-Fit Guy

400 - 10 Tips to Supercharge Your Running Routine

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Running can be a transformative activity for many of us. It can certainly help us reach our fitness goals but it can also be limiting to our overall m...

399 - Why Pre-Workout Static Stretching Is Actually Dangerous

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us grew up being told that we should warm-up before we exercise by holding a pose, like a calf stretch or a forward fold, to loosen us up, mak...

398 - Strain vs. Sprain: What's the Difference?

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Both sprains and strains are pretty common injuries among us avid movers. Although they share similar signs and symptoms, they actually involve differ...

397 - How to Train Your Triceps to Be Toned and Tight

10 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Flappy arms, or what some rude folks refer as bat wings, are actually a very common problem area for many people. But just because it is common doesn’...

395 - How To Prepare for a Ragnar Relay

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A Ragnar relay is a 24-hour race that you complete with a group of 12 runners where you conquer 200-ish miles by running day and night and day again f...

394 - Why Cross-Training Is Essential

19 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you really want to kick some butt, it is certainly necessary to train in ways that are specific to your chosen sport. But cross-training is also an...

393 - What Is Green Exercise?

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Simply being outdoors can lower our levels of stress, our pulse rate, and our blood pressure. But what happens when we exercise in a green space? Read...

391 - 5+ Benefits of Squatting and How to Prepare

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you squat, with your heels firmly on the ground and your back nice and straight, you will feel your hamstrings, quads, achilles tendons, lower ba...

390 - 6 Reasons Recovery is Essential to Your Exercise Routine

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rest and recovery days are important for both your athletic performance and your fitness progression for a variety of reasons. Let’s break it down a...

389 - Supercompensation: Why a Break in Your Training Is Necessary

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

While I will always encourage you to be a consistent, daily mover due to its importance in staying healthy, building endurance, holding on to muscle m...

388 - The Easiest Way to Get Fit? 'Incidental Movement' is Key

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I have previously written about how I think that selling my car was one of the most beneficial things I have ever done for my general well being. And ...

387 - How to Plank Like a Pro (and Avoid These 6 Mistakes)

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Crunches are easily the most common of the abdominal exercises but they are certainly not the most effective way to strengthen your core. Read the tra...

386 - Why You Should Do Obstacle Course Racing to Get Fit

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The physical and mental challenges of obstacle racing are great, and they test every aspect of your fitness. Read the transcript at https://www.quicka...

384 - Can the Placebo Effect Enhance Athletic Performance?

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The placebo effect has been looked down on, scoffed at, and written off as useless because it is “all in your head.” But lately there has been a s...

383 - The Best Way to Use Compression Gear

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Tons of pro athletes are wearing compression gear and using compression machines to improve their performance and speed up their recovery. But do they...

382 - Can You Run Faster by Training Slower?

27 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Training slow has been seen as a sign of weakness or laziness. However, if you want to run (or bike, or swim) faster, a smart approach is to slow down...

381 - Do Fitness Trackers Lead to Better Fitness?

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the explosion of activity trackers and fitness bands on the market, there is actually little evidence that shows they can improve your health....

380 - Rock Climbing: How It Works and Why It's Popular

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 2010, approximately 6,148,000 Americans were participating in rock climbing activities and it has only grown since then. So why is it so popul...

379 - What's Heat Acclimatization? How Can We Use It in Training?

06 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been on a tropical vacation and seen someone wearing a three-piece suit, looking cool as a cucumber, while you sweat away in your shorts and...

378 - Is the Theory Behind Orangetheory Fitness Flawed?

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Heart rate based workouts are nothing new but there is a new gym chain in town that claims to have cracked the code. So I did some undercover investig...

376 - Winter Olympic Workouts You Can Do Too

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As you watch the world's finest winter athletes freeze their giblets off from your warm and cosy couches, you may find yourself wondering what types o...

375 - Cooling Down After Exercise: 6+ Helpful Tips

06 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Although the cool-down part of your workout is just as important as the warm-up, many people feel alright about skipping it. I think that is because t...

370 - 11 Common Exercise Excuses (and How to Overcome Them)

02 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Eleven common excuses for avoiding exercise and a rebuttal to each that you can use on your less active friends or perhaps even on yourself. Read the ...

369 - 11+ Winter Workouts to Stay Fit in Freezing Temps

26 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Some basic winter activities with some badass variations that can turn a winter afternoon into a killer workout. Read the transcript at http://www.qui...

367 - 12 Reasons to Lift Heavy Things in the New Year

12 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone should consider adding a some type of resistance or weight training to their exercise regimen for these 12 reasons. Read the transcript at ht...

366 - Why 'Training Time-Outs' Can Be Positive

05 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A few weeks ago, Shalane Flanagan became the first American woman to win the New York City Marathon in 40 years, and the most interesting part is that...

365 - Can Exercise Lower Your Blood Pressure?

28 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sure, medication can treat high blood pressure, but to what extent can we simply lower our blood pressure through exercise? A fair amount, it turns ou...

364 - 9 Ways to Stay Fit This Holiday Season

21 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What is the fastest way to counteract all that turkey, piles of mashed potatoes smothered in gravy, and that huge piece of pie? Here are nine effectiv...

363 - Can Losing Weight Make You Run Faster?

14 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If shaving 100 grams is important enough for Nike to develop new shoes to make their runners faster, how much could losing a few pounds off your actua...

361 - Body Fat: How to Use It and Lose It

31 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A closer look at body fat: Where does it comes from, why do we need it, what are the best ways to burn it off, and where the heck does it go? Read the...

359 - How to Use an RPE Scale and Unplug Your Workout

17 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Do you really need a heart rate monitor to tell you how hard you're working? It turns out you probably already innately know, and that's where the Rat...

358 - Is Exercise Contagious?

10 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Social media can actually influence your physical health. We all know #lifestyles and #feelings can travel like viruses through our social networks, b...

357 - Why Tom Brady’s TB12 Method is a Lesson On Prehab

03 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What kind of fitness advice can we glean from Tom Brady's new book 'The TB12 Method'? The Get-Fit Guy dives into Brady's emphasis on Muscle Pliability...

356 - The Best Ways to Measure Your Fitness, Part Two

26 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of our two-part series on the best and most interesting ways you can test and quantify your fitness level. Read the transcript at http://www....

355 GFG The Best Physical Fitness Tests, Part One

19 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Part one of a two-part series where we explore the best, toughest, and most interesting ways you can test and quantify your physical fitness level. Re...

354 GFG The Many Benefits of Foam Rolling

12 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How to foam roll your body into a happier, healthier and higher performing version of yourself. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.co...

352 GFG How to Make Time for Exercise

29 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Just because you are busy with a new school year, doesn’t mean you have to let your fitness go out the window. There are many ways to build exercise...

351 GFG The Ups and Downs of Hill Training

22 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How and why the Get-Fit Guy thinks you should run up and down a hill, over and over again. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nod...

350 GFG What Is Rhabdomyolysis?

15 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How doing too much, too soon could put you on the sidelines but likely not into dialysis. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/node...

349 GFG The Benefits of Swimming for Health and Fitness

08 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A new study that shows evidence of the health and well-being benefits of swimming was released earlier this summer and this Get-Fit Guy is rubbing his...

348 GFG Crossfit 101: Pros, Cons, and Catchphrases

01 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the good, the bad, the pros, the cons, the science, and the catchphrase language of CrossFit. Read the transcript at http://www.quick...

347 GFG How Smart Is Your Smartwatch?

25 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Let's dive into the world of wearables, smartwatches, fitness bands, movement trackers or whatever you want to call them to find out how much or littl...

346 GFG How Quickly Can You Expect to See Muscle Gains?

18 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn just how quickly (or slowly, depending on your outlook on life) you can expect to see gains in muscle mass after you start a muscle building pro...

345 GFG What Does the Word "Fitness" Really Mean?

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Let's examine what exactly we mean when we refer to ‘fitness,' or when we talk about someone ‘being fit.’ Or, in my case, what I mean when I say...

344 GFG The Top Fitness Trends for 2017—and Introducing the New Get-Fit Guy

03 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the top workout trends for 2017, and meet the new voice and personality who will be bringing you fresh new information here at the Get Fit Gu...

343 GFG Little-Known Ways to Enhance Your Immune System

26 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Avoid missed training days and unpleasant workouts by learning little-known ways to enhance the immune system and keep colds and flus at bay. Hosted b...

342 GFG The Best Exercise Equipment for Building a Perfect Body

19 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to design the perfect gym for achieving every exercise goal and building a perfect body. Read the transcript at http://bit.ly/2sRjjTd Che...

341 GFG How to Customize Your Diet

12 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to figure out which diet is perfect for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll...

340 GFG How to Reverse Aging with Exercise

05 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the best techniques to reverse aging with exercise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

339 GFG 2 Potent Ways to Kill Fat Cells and Lose Fat Fast

30 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 2 little-known but potent ways to kill fat cells and to lose fat fast. Read the transcript at http://bit.ly/2qW1NYh Check out all the Quick a...

338 GFG How To Increase Speed & Power

22 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to increase your speed and power, decrease reaction speed and optimize your nervous system performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz ...

337 GFG How to Recover Like Wolverine from X-Men: Part 2

15 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Get to know my thirteen of my favorite recovery techniques that will have you bouncing back from muscle and body damage faster than a human body would...

336 GFG How to Recover Like Wolverine from X-Men: Part 1

08 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Get to know my thirteen of my favorite recovery techniques that will have you bouncing back from muscle and body damage faster than a human body would...

335 GFG How to Get a Stronger Body Using a Unique New Workout Style

01 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this two part article series, you will learn how to build total body fitness by combining gymnastics and weight training. Read the full transcript ...

334 GFG The Unique New Workout Style That Combines Gymnastics and Weight Training

24 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this two part article series, you will learn how to build total body fitness by combining gymnastics and weight training. Read the full transcript ...

333 GFG Why You Should Quit Going to the Gym—Plus 5 Easy Outdoors Workouts

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn why the gym may not be the best place to exercise, and get the best alternatives for taking your fitness elsewhere instead. Read the full transc...

332 GFG The Foods That Fight Fat

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

No matter how fit you are, you’ll never have abs you can see or rippling muscles unless you eat right, and in this article, Get-Fit Guy Ben Greenfie...

331 GFG How I Healed My Low Back Pain Naturally: Part II

03 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how Get-Fit Guy Ben Greenfield healed his low back pain naturally, and the best natural ways to heal your own low back pain. Read the full trans...

330 GFG How I Healed My Low Back Pain Naturally: Part I

27 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how Get-Fit Guy Ben Greenfield healed his low back pain naturally, and the best natural ways to heal your own low back pain. Read the transcript...

329 GFG 9 Healthy Ingredients for the Ultimate Fitness Smoothie: Part II

20 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the nine best and healthiest ingredients for adding to the ultimate fitness smoothie, along with Ben Greenfield’s smoothie recipe. Read the...

328 GFG 9 Healthy Ingredients for the Ultimate Fitness Smoothie: Part I

14 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the nine best and healthiest ingredients for adding to the ultimate fitness smoothie, along with Ben Greenfield’s smoothie recipe. Read the...

327 GFG 6 Essential Tools to Turn Your Home into a Mini-Gym

06 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to transform your home into a full-time fitness facility that keeps you burning calories and building muscle all day long! Read the full ...

326 GFG How to Stay Fit While Partying

27 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how you can stay fit and healthy even when partying. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2o8Ixc3 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

325 GFG The Best Fitness Gear for New Parents

20 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the best healthy baby gear and healthy baby books for new parents who want to stay healthy and fit. Read the full transcript here: http://bit...

324 GFG 3 Lessons Fitness Enthusiasts Can Learn From Modern Hunters

13 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover three important lessons you can learn from modern hunters, even if you’re not a hunter yourself and have no desire to be! Read the full tra...

323 GFG How to Use Enzymes for Exercise

06 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to use enzymes for exercise, how many enzymes to take, and whether digestive enzymes can be used for workout recovery and injuries. Read ...

322 GFG Can You Build Muscle with Body Weight Only Exercises?

30 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether you can build muscle with body weight only exercises, or if you need to lift heavy weight to build muscle. Read the full transcript h...

321 GFG What's the Perfect Workout for 2017? (Part II)

23 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to combine power training, strength training, gymnastics moves, and cardiovascular intervals, along with a few biohacks, to create the pe...

320 GFG What's the Perfect Workout for 2017? (Part I)

16 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to combine power training, strength training, gymnastics moves, and cardiovascular intervals, along with a few biohacks, to create the pe...

319 GFG How to Get the Body of a Gymnast

09 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why you should train like a gymnast, how to get the body of a gymnast, and some sample gymnastics routines for handstand and muscle-up. Read ...

318 GFG What Kinds of Exercise Make You Smarter?

03 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover which form of exercise makes you smarter: aerobic exercise, high intensity intervals or weight training. Read the full transcript here: http:...

317 GFG 30 Ways to Breathe Better

26 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 30 different breathing methods that can help with energy, sleep, physical performance, mental performance and more! Read the full transcript ...

316 GFG What Is CoolScuplting Fat Loss Surgery?

19 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether the latest fad in fat loss surgery called “CoolSculpting” really works. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2iVRofX Host...

315 GFG Does Marijuana Really Weaken Your Heart?

12 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the latest research on whether marijuana really weakens your heart. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2ixkdP8 Hosted by Simplecast...

314 GFG 5 Killer Muscle Gain and Fat Loss Workouts You’ve Never Tried

05 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover five killer new muscle gain and fat loss workouts you’ve probably never done. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2isMF26 Hosted b...

313 GFG 6 Times Biohacking Fitness Crosses the Line

28 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn when biohacking fitness goes too far. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2fYdZlN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

312 GFG When Does Biohacking Fitness Go Too Far?

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn when biohacking fitness goes too far and get twelve natural alternatives to biohacking. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2h6AV7p Hos...

311 GFG 6 Hacks to Get Fit in Less Time

14 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover six time-hacking fitness tips that will get you more fit in less time. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2g1O692 Hosted by Simplec...

310 GFG 4 Healthy Coffee Alternatives for Workout Energy

07 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover four healthy ways to get energy without drinking a cup of coffee before your workout. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2g0QhXR Ho...

309 GFG Can Trampoline Workouts Increase Your Fitness?

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Does rebounding or trampolining actually work for fitness, fat loss or cardiovascular training? Discover the latest mini-trampolining research and get...

307 GFG Does a 20-Minute, Once-a-Week Workout Really Work?

17 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether you can truly build fitness, maintain muscle or lose fat by working out just 20 minutes a week. Read the full transcript here: http:/...

306 GFG Should You Lose Fat and Build Muscle at the Same Time?

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether you should lose fat and build muscle at the same time, or if you can do both at once. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2d...

305 GFG 3 Tips to Be a Fitness Freak When Traveling

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover exactly how you can stay fit and workout when on the road, in a hotel, in an airport or anywhere else where maintaining fitness can be hard. ...

304 GFG 3 Chilling Benefits of Cold Exercise

26 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the latest research on pre-cooling before workouts, exercising in the cold, and cold water for recovery. Read the full transcript here: http:...

303 GFG 3 Healthy Alternatives to Pokémon GO

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover five health alternatives to Pokemon GO. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2cUH0QS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

302 GFG The Best Freshman 15 Fat Loss Tips

12 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The latest and best tips on how to lose the Freshman 15. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2d9GuxW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...

301 GFG 8 Ways to Build Fitness All Year Long

05 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover simple modifications and tips to ensure that you continually respond to your workouts and exercises. Read the full transcript here: http://bi...

207 GFG Can Kids Exercise Too Much? (Reissue)

29 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

How much should kid exercise? How far is too far for kids to run? Can weight lifting stunt a child’s growth? Find out in this episode! Read the tran...

300 GFG Will Too Much Sleep Make You Fat?

22 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Get the latest research on whether sleeping too much will make you fat. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2btwWed Hosted by Simplecast, an ...

299 GFG How Does Sleep Affect Weight Loss?

15 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Get the latest research on whether sleeping enough can help with fat loss and diet control! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bX0MdI Hoste...

298 GFG Why Running a Mile Burns More Calories Than Walking

08 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Get the latest research on why exercise ma burn much more energy than you thought. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bzSk6X Hosted by Simp...

297 GFG 4 Ways to Burn More Calories on a Road Trip

01 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the best ways to stay fit and burn more calories when you’re stuck in a car or on a road trip. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2b...

296 GFG How to Build Muscle with Body Weight Exercises

25 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the best way to build muscle, even if all you have is just your own body weight. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2b7oWTu Hosted by ...

295 GFG Can Genetic Testing Help You Get in Shape?

18 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to choose the perfect exercise program for you based on your genetics. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2a8ULbc Hosted by Sim...

294 GFG How To Strip 7 Inches Of Fat Off Your Waist Using "The Wilderness"

11 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to massively accelerate fat loss and other important health markers by stepping out into the wilderness - or simulating it! Read the full...

293 GFG 5 Little-Known Metabolism-Boosting Workouts

04 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 5 new ways to boost your metabolism for lean muscle gain and fat loss. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29srmwi Hosted by Simplec...

292 GFG The Best Way to Use an Elliptical Trainer

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the best way to use an elliptical trainer for maximizing fat loss, calorie burning and more. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29A86v...

291 GFG 5 Different Types of Fat and How to Burn Them

20 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn exactly how to burn all five different types of fat you store on your body. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28YG8Zj Hosted by Simpl...

290 GFG How Many Times Per Week Should You Lift Weights?

13 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the ideal number of times per week to lift weights. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28R1nPO Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

289 GFG 4 Ways to Be as Fit as Your Primal Ancestors

06 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to tap into the fitness secrets of your primal ancestors, and how to be fit as possible in a modern world. Read the full transcript here: ht...