PPTC Fitness
by Ronald Petito
We created this podcast to give positive motivation, amazing stories about people overcoming their obstacles, and to really dive into the fitness world and try to answer any questions related to fitness, motivation, and overall performance! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pptc-fitness/support
Episodes
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#7 Cruises, UFC Rankings & The Ultimate Food Showdown! 🚢🥊🍔
This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎧 We’re breaking down: ✅ Why cruises are the GOAT vacation 🌊🚢 ✅ A UFC ranking game—can you guess who’s next? 🥊🔥 ✅ The ultimate food ranking challenge 🍕🥩🌮 It’s all fun, debates, and hot takes you don’t want to miss! Hit play now on Spotify and let us know—do...
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#6 Keto Diet Truths, Fantasy Baseball Draft King, and the Ultimate Avengers Team!
Is the Keto Diet really the best way to lose fat and stay lean? We break down why it works (and if it’s right for you). Then, we settle the debate—who had the best fantasy baseball draft this year? Trash talk is at an all-time high! Finally, we go full nerd mode and draft our ultimate 5-person...
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#5 Baseball, Bombs & College Chaos
We’re throwing it back to the good ol’ days—baseball stories, epic homeruns, and wild college memories. In this episode, Ronnie & Randy break down their most unforgettable moments on the field, what it was like playing college ball, and the plays that still live rent-free in their heads. ⚾ If you...
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#4 Wildfires in LA… Accident or Something More? 🔥
In this episode of the 3 Hole Podcast, we’re talking about the insane wildfires tearing through LA—was it just an unfortunate disaster, or was it set on purpose? 🌎🔥 And if that’s not enough to blow your mind, we’re also diving into some CRAZY Mandela Effects that will make you rethink…
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#3 Quirks, Acorns, and Megalodon Mysteries
In this episode of the 3 Hole Podcast, we dive into the quirks of life on the job, including the hilarious tale of the acorn cop—yes, the officer who thought he was shot when an acorn fell from a tree! 🌳😂 We also take on the ultimate oceanic debate: Is the megalodon still lurking in the deep?...
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#2 New Year Goals, Parenthood, and Epic Animal Battles
In our second episode of the 3 Hole Podcast 🎉 We dive into New Year’s resolutions, share exciting deals for PPTC Fitness in 2025, and open up about becoming parents and what to expect. Plus, we tackle the ultimate showdown: who would win in a fight—a grizzly bear or a silverback gorilla? 🐻🦍…
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#1 Welcome to the 3 Hole Podcast - What We’re All About
Welcome to the very first episode of the 3 Hole Podcast! 🎉 Get to know who we are, what inspired the name, and what you can expect from our episodes. From sports and wild theories to life’s funniest moments, we’re here to keep it real, raw, and entertaining. Join us for the ride! 🚀…
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#91 Don Woelke
Don Woelke is an amazing human being who works in Law Enforcement, specifically dedicated to human trafficking, focusing on saving children with the FBI. He talks about the alarming number of cases that continues to grow, as well as how they are combating this crisis, not just by catching...
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#90 Explain Progressive Overload Like You're Talking To A Kindergartner
I did not come up with the title of this podcast out of nowhere. A client legitimately asked me to explain progressive overload to them like they were talking to a kindergartner. So in order for everyone to get a better understanding of what I am really talking about, I put it on a podcast!
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#89 What Is Better For Back Strength Inverted Row or Bent Over Row
What exercise would be better for strengthening your back..... the inverted row or the bent over row? We talk specifically about that in this episode.
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#88 Reasons For Weight Gain In A Calorie Deficit
It is so confusing sometimes when trying to cut body fat and lose weight. When you're doing things the correct way: staying on track with your calorie and protein intake, lifting weights 3-5x per week, and eating a healthy diet full of whole foods... it can be super frustrating if you see…
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#87 Counting Calories vs. Counting Macronutrients
To get the most out of your workouts and take your game to the next level I get this question often: should I focus more on my calorie intake OR counting my macronutrients. Listen to the full podcast for the answer!
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#86 Is Crushing One Muscle Group or Doing a Full Body Workout Better?
The title says it all! In this podcast we go over the benefits of working one muscle group in a single workout vs. the benefits of doing a full body workout each time you go to the gym. Do you have this question as well?! Well listen to the full podcast and get some questions answered!
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#85 Fitness Q & A Part 8
1) What are your thoughts on specific weightlifting shoes? (:58) 2) Does over and underhanded deadlift limit gains? (3:09) 3) Do you meal plan excessively, or just have a vague idea on what you will eat that day? (5:55) 4) In the simplest way, can you explain progressive overload? (10:54) 5) On...
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Toned, Not Hulked
I hear this from so many women who walk in my gym - I don't want to lift too many weights because I don't want to get jacked like the Hulk. At the same time they want their arms to be ripped, to have a flat tummy and defined midline section as well as a big booty.... Well hate to break it to you...
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Should I Meal Prep For The Week?
I get this question a lot- what is my take on meal planning?! I think it is an amazing tool if you like to cook and if it is sustainable for you As far as for me, it is not very sustainable. I am always on the go doing something, so I to do what I call ingredient prep. Watch the video and tell me...
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#84 Hot Topic Sports Debates Part 1
In this podcast we like to go over the biggest sports debates going on right now. Here are the topics for Part 1: * Should athletes who took steroids be in the Hall of Fame * Should baseball keep the universal DH * Should the NFL keep kickoffs going? * Should fighting still be allowed in Hockey?
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#83 The #1 Excuse In The Gym
We hear it from everybody who says they are coming into the gym.... "this time I am going to commit"... then a couple weeks later we still have not seen them step foot into PPTC.... What is the excuse? I dont have the time. Look its life, we are all busy. I get it! But I promise you, you can make...
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#82 Should You Take Pre and Post Workout Supplements
In this podcast I break down supplements. Do you actually NEED them to hit your goals? Are they necessary? Some good? Some harmful? Where should i start? A lot of questions get answered here. As always if we did not hit a question you need answered be sure to reach out to us!
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You Have To WORK!
#failure keeps you humble. #success keeps you glowing #faith keeps you going!
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Become A HUGE Fan Of Being Uncomfortable
I am a HUGE fan of being #uncomfortable #dontquit on yourself and keep working! You will reach your #goals
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10 Unpopular Fat Loss Myths
1. Need to be in a #caloriedeficit to lose fat 2. Starvation mode does NOT exist 3. Fruit does NOT make you #fat 4. #carbs don't make you fat 5. Insulin is NOT bad for you 6. #fastedcardio isn't better than eating before you do cardio 7. HIIT isn't better than every other cardio 8. 6 small meals…
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Pushup Progressions
Looking to improve your pushups?? Check out these push-up progressions!!
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Face It Till You Make It!
Your daily actions and #results is what builds momentum towards our #goals So don’t fake it till you make it, step up, bust your ass every single day, and enjoy every step along the way.
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#81 How To Overcome My Injuries And Come Back Stronger
We all get injured from time to time, and some of us more than others unfortunately. But it is not what gets injured or how severe it is.... what actually matters the most when you get hurt is your mindset and the way you react to it! In this podcast we talk about injuries and what you need to do...
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#80 Back At It
Hey Fit Fam! We are finally back to doing podcasts consistently every 2 weeks putting out a new episode on the weekends! In this episode we talk about why the podcast was put on hold for so long and what we are super excited about this year for PPTC Fitness and its members!
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#79 Can You Increase Muscle Size Only Doing Calisthenics
I feel this is a topic we needed to discuss, for the simple fact that I know this question goes through some people's head, "I hate lifting weights, can I see all the results I want to and keep progressing without using weight and just doing bodyweight / calisthenics? In this podcast we answer...
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#78 What is the Perfect Workout?
Is there such thing as a "perfect" workout? If so, what does that look like Also we go over the mental side of fitness, as well as how to stay on top of your workouts and your nutrition when time gets hard to utilize and it seems like you can't make it to the gym or eat the correct way. Tune in…
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#77 - Should I Eat Back Calories I Burned If My Goal Is To Lose Fat
If you have been paying attention to any of our podcasts about fat loss OR follow any of our social medias, you understand by now that to lose fat you must be in a calorie deficit! Some people get confused when they start looking at how many calories they are burning in their workout, or even...
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#76 Should I Do High Intensity Workouts Every Session For The Best Gains?!
This is a common question concern I hear in the fitness industry. Many people wonder if they are going hard enough in the gym every single time. They feel that they should be on the verge of passing out or what feels like death leaving the gym that day or it doesn't count.... but does going SUPER...
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#75 Should I Do Cardio Before Weights?
This is such a frequently asked question when it comes to fitness. Nowadays everybody understands, in order to stay healthy, live a long life and actually enjoy it to your fullest we must stay on top of our health- that is our nutrition, blood pressure, body fat, all of that. To keep our health…
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#74 Detox the PPTC Way!
When we think about "detox" .... many think about their food intake. Some people's minds go everywhere- what do they have to cut out of their diet, things they should not eat, things they should, a specific drink they have to down, or maybe even some specific type of fasting. Why don't we take a...
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#73 What Do I Need To Do To Become The Best Athlete Possible
In this episode we break down step-by-step how to become the best athlete you possibly can be! From working out, to skills training, to nutrition!
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#72 How To Build Muscle In The Gym (Most Efficient Way)
Anybody who has ever been into their body or entered the world of fitness at all, has realized by now that they need to lift weights, and almost everybody (except for a few “meatheads”) have a solid understanding that you want to work out all parts of the body. The part that gets confusing for…
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#71 Fitness Q & A Part 7
1) Squats and Deadlifts in running sneakers... okay, or not okay? (1:10) 2) Tips for getting my bulk diet in check?! I do great the 1st week but start to fizzle out. What should I do? (3:38) 3) Is it okay to workout @6am without pre workout or a meal?! (5:46) 4) If calorie deficit is the answer,...
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#70 Daniel's Fast- Can You Make Gains On A Diet Like This?
In this episode we break down the Daniel fast- a quick idea of what a fast is, and mainly what everyone wants to know.... can you make gains on this diet or any kind of diet like this?
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#69 Whey Protein 101
Whey Protein Is by far one of the most popular products on the market as far as supplements go and has been for years! Anybody who trains hardcore or is very serious about their body is probably using, or at least has tried some form of whey protein. The problem with taking a protein powder is…
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#68 Fitness Q & A Part 6
Here are the questions we go over in this episode: 1) Are there any cons to creatine? (@ 1:12) 2) What are your thoughts on intermittent fasting? (@ 1:58) 3) Someone told me squats would ruin my knees. Is this true?! (@ 3:52) 4) Running on a treadmill vs. walking on an incline.... which is…
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#67 Best Time To Intake Carbs So You Don't Store Body Fat
Are carbohydrates good or bad? A common question amongst my clientele and the fitness community, as well as which diet is more efficient- with carbs, or depleting your carbs? Well if you enjoy your carbs and the foods they come from, you're in luck! There are a few times throughout the day you…
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#66 Squat Without Knee Pain - Will Squats Destroy Your Knees?!
Squats are such a great exercise to incorporate into your weight training. Unfortunately, many people feel they can't squat because it bothers their knees so much that doing just one set of squats will actually cause them some serious pain. The thing is, a lot of these knee issues can actually be...
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#65 I Don't Have Time Is Not An Excuse
Everyone's biggest excuse on why they can't make it to the gym is time! So we went ahead and made a podcast specifically about how to create an intense workout when you only have a little bit of time! Density circuits should be used when you are strapped for time and want to get a quick and…
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#64 Take Your Leg Day To The Next Level With These Squat Variations
I am sure that there are tons of squat variations, and along with that something that each one does that makes it special. These variations can lead to increasing strength in other areas you're not used to, therefore evolving your max strength on the original back squat. In this podcast we're…
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#63 How To Overcome Your Binge Eating
The story is always pretty similar, "I eat amazing all week, exercise to some extent every single day, and I still yet to have seen the results I want"... sound like someone you know?! You eat really well all week, no eating out, staying on point with your calories, making every workout that...
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#62 Fitness Q&A Part 5
Here are the questions we go over in this episode: 1) When working out and trying to burn fat, does your heart rate zone matter? (@ 0:46) 2) Have you noticed any benefits from stretching? (@ 2:09) 3) Why is rest between sets so important? (@ 4:17) 4) Are there any extra benefits to protein, such…
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#61 Importance of a Pre-Game Meal for Athletes
Every athlete needs to understand the importance of a pre game meal! It provides the fuel your body needs to perform and compete at the highest level during a game or match. Similar to filling up your car with fuel before you take off on a long trip, your body needs sufficient fuel in order to...
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#60 STOP Paying Attention To The Scale!
If you're trying to track your progress and see where you're reaping the most benefits, then do yourself a favor and step off the scale! Stop worrying about how much you weigh now from this morning, or even a week ago. Weight in our bodies is constantly changing day to day... even hour to hour.…
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#59 Progressively Overload Your Muscles ( The Key To Size & Strength)
The key to continually improving any part of your fitness capabilities, you must learn how to progressively overload your muscles and provide new stimulus for growth! Our bodies are super adaptive to what we continuously do, and once it adapts, it gets used to what you're doing and will stay the...
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#58 Square Meals vs. Grazing- Which Is Better?
Such a great topic! In this podcast we breakdown the difference between square meals and grazing and figure out which one is better! We break it down to a few categories that actually matter to determine which is better for each category: 1) Appetite Control 2) Fat Burning 3) Building Muscle
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#57 Fitness Q&A Part 4
Here are the questions we go over in this episode: 1) Is it okay to feel less strong during a calorie deficit 2) When your program has you doing 15 reps, are you still lifting heavy weights 3) Are you a fan of training fasted 4) What are your tips for self-discipline 5) Stretching - Before or…
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#56 Kent Hein
Kent Hein, owner of Kentland Painting, husband, and father of 3.
About this show
We created this podcast to give positive motivation, amazing stories about people overcoming their obstacles, and to really dive into the fitness world and try to answer any questions related to fitness, motivation, and overall performance! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pptc-fitness/support
Hosted by
Ronald Petito