Cardio, Measuring Food, and Training Smarter

In this episode, I talk about a few things that can make a big difference in your training and overall fitness without overcomplicating anything.I start with something I wish I did differently from the beginning of my own journey, which is adding cardio alongside strength training. I do a quick dive into HIIT and what counts as cardio, and what is good marketing for group classes.From there, I get into measuring food and why it can be useful even if you’re not tracking calories. I explain how having some structure with portions can help you stay consistent, and how it’s also a great tool if you want to take a break from tracking without completely losing control.I also talk about cluster sets, what they are, and how you can use them to build strength when you’re stuck only being able to do a rep or two of something like push-ups or pull-ups.Then I cover pre-workout nutrition, keeping it simple with easy-to-digest carbs, and I get into the nuance of how your approach should change depending on the type of workout you’re doing. Not every session needs the same level of planning, and I explain when it actually matters and when people are overthinking it.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a 5-star review and share it with a friend. Training for a Spartan Race? You can download a free copy of my Spartan Race Training Program on my website. Just click the link below. https://www.syracusefitnesscenter.com/