PODCAST · health
Your Personal Trainer
by Harry Katcher
Your Personal Trainer is 5 minutes of fitness; a bite-sized podcast... with a smattering of irreverent humor added just for fun.
Episodes
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Season 5; Episiode 1: Matrix Moment
In this 5-minute, bite-size podcast I go all sci-fi on you; channeling my inner Keanu from The Matrix. It's really a podcast about proper breathing and the very real benefits you'll experience from day one, but Matrix Moment sounds sooo much cooler. And this podcast won't disappoint. So, put down...
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Season 4; Episode 10: Flex Time
In this positive spin, 5-minute podcast, I share with you the latest data on the effectiveness on short(er) workouts. You see, I did the research so you wouldn't feel guilty about spending limited time working out. I did this knowing that with the time you save, you'll be feeding orphans and...
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Season 4; Episode 9: Bye-Bye Belly Fat!
OK, THIS is an episode you'll want to listen to... especially if excess belly fat is an issue for you! Why? Because I reveal the "secret" workout that actually spot-reduced belly fat! I know that science says spot reducing is a myth, but I promise you you'll hear the "Bigfoot" and the "Lochness...
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Season 4; Episode 8: Functional Fitness
In this 6-minute belated "Father's Day" podcast I cover Functional Fitness - exercising for daily life tasks. But, I almost called it "Two Grunts" and for very good reason... which you'll learn as you listen. Ha! See what I did there?!
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Season 4; Episode 7: Seeing Silver
In this just under 5-minute podcast I go old school; well, at least I talk about getting old - er. Regardless of your age, be it 30, 50, or 80, don't fall into the trap of "acting like you're supposed to" for that age. Like an old guy, in this podcast I rant and rave and give (hopefully) useful...
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Season 4; Episode 6: Connections
In this 4:30 podcast I discuss making connections and how valuable they can be. I also gush over a pro bodybuilder I met at a fitness convention. This guy is legendary (literally) and has just a bit more muscle than yours truly. How much more muscle? Is it A) 27lbs more; B) 53 lbs more; C) 88 lbs...
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Season 4; Episode 5: Slow and Steady Wins the Race
In this 4+ minute podcast, I talk about slow and steady - taking your time so you don't end up on the DL (disabled list). I learned the hard way and actually developed this episode while waiting for my shoulder injection. FYI, I did not cry... I just got something in my eye.
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Season 4; Episode 4: Street Smarts in the Gym
In this just about 4-minute podcast I yammer on about street smarts vs. book smarts and how they can help you in your workouts. Which one are you? Oh, I also subtly reference a tea bag. See if you can pick it up!
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Season 4, Episode 3: FOCUS
In this 3 1/2-minute, bite-sized podcast I focus on FOCUS. I also berate gym goers who sit and stare at their phones and I make myself look like a good dad. I actually happen to be a good dad and they really should tuck their phones away.
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Season 4, Episode 2: Playing Favorites
In this 4-minute, bite-size podcast I belittle my older brothers and let them know I'm mom's favorite. BUT! I also discuss specificity and focusing on one muscle or muscle group and how that practice can lead to improved workouts. Did I mention I'm mom's favorite?
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Season 4, Episode 1: From Ow to Wow
In this 5-minute, bite-size podcast I delve into technique and quality vs. quantity. "If you're going to do it, do it right." I sincerely believe this episode will help you tremendously if you're looking to tweak your workouts and get more bang for your buck. I also discuss cheese balls.
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Season 3, Episode 9: Change
This 5-minute bite-size podcast is all about change... and how you can use it to your advantage... in your workouts and in your life. Oh, and there's riveting conversation about my hair... and asparagus.
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Season 3, Episode 8: The Body-Mind Connection
In this 5-minute bite-size podcast I illustrate the very real body-mind connection. I reveal a mind-blowing scientific breakthrough discovery (well, maybe not mind-blowing, but pretty cool) and show how you can use this new-found information to enhance your workouts. This episode will definitely...
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Season 3, Episode 7: Dipping Your Toes in Fitness
In this 6- to 7-minute bite-size podcast, I go over some basic, yet sage, advice on getting fit. This podcast was inspired by a neighbor who wanted the benefits of being fit, without the effort. I touch on protein, water, fiber and more (I even whisper the word erec... well, see if you hear it).
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Season 3, Episode 6: Food is Fuel
In this almost 7-minute, bite-size podcast I talk about Oreos... and other stuff, like the best time to burn fat - TWICE as much fat! I also touch on the best times to consume carbs, intermittent fasting, and... did I mention Oreos?
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Season 3, Episode 5: Lift Weights, Lose Weight
In this 6 1/2 - minute, bite-size podcast, I explain how you can just sit around and burn calories! No, seriously. I was, though, referring to the "After-Burn Effect" that results after a resistance training workout. Yup, like the title says, Lift Weights, Lose Weight!
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Season 3, Episode 4: Oh My Aging Back!
In this 5-minute, bite-size podcast, I address remedies for back muscle issues for those of you who don't really want to exercise. In fact, most of what I recommend, you can do in bed (and no, it's not hitting the snooze button).
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Season 3, Episode 3: Oh, My Aching Back!
Have a bad back? Have 6 minutes? Well, then you're in luck! In this 6-minute bite-size podcast I give you a few simple exercises to combat a bad back. These would be implemented IF your back issues were core related. Please remember, I'm not a doctor, though my mother would've loved for me to...
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Season 3, Episode 2: The Bottom Line
In this 5-minute podcast I touch on the butt. Ha! (I couldn't resist). Actually, I discuss the butt, the booty, the backside and how to tone and strengthen the body's largest muscle without stressing your knees.
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Season 3, Episode 1: Be Better
In this short, but sweet, just under 5-minute podcast, I try to shed some metaphysical light onto our everyday mindset. Use it in the gym, at work, on the road; just about anywhere. It WILL make you happier.
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Season 2; Episode 12: Should I Go Organic?
In this 7 and half minute bite-size podcast I blow the lid off the billion-dollar organic foods industry! Just kidding; but I do discuss some rather interesting facts related (and not often discussed) to the pros and, particularly, the cons or going organic. So, park that Prius and pull up a chair.
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Season 2; Episode 11: Go Hard. Go Easy. Go Home.
In this 7-minute bite-size podcast I discuss the latest research findings on the benefits of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workouts. If high intensity workouts sound a bit too tiring for you, take heart! I share a workout for hardcore TV watchers! (Yeah, put down that remote and give me…
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Season 2, Epsiode 10: To Stretch or Not to Stretch
In this 6-minute nugget of a podcast I talk about stretching, because... apparently there's some new research out that upends our presumptions about pre-exercise stretching. BONUS: If you're listening carefully toward the end, you might hear someone texting me (it was a cute cat photo).
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Season 2, Episode 9: Everyone's talking about Keto!
In this nearly 8-minute nugget of a podcast, I yammer on about the Keto diet! I try to keep it simple and outline easy variations for you to try. Here's a bit of good news... it's all good news!
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Season 2, Episode 8: Kettlebells
In this 6-minute, bite-size podcast I introduce you to the kettlebell and the pros and cons of the kettlebell workout. Oh, at around 3 minutes in I get startled by a clap of thunder and I may, or may not, have spontaneously shouted an obscenity, and I may, or may not, have tinkled a tiny bit....
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Season 2, Episode 7: Quality vs. Quantity
In this 7-minute bite-sized podcast I go over quality vs. quantity and how they relate to exercise and physical activity. I also discuss running away from bears.
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Season 2, Episode 6: The Skinny on Superfoods!
In this 7-minute podcast I yammer on about healthy eating and what constitutes a Superfood. I also offer a few tricks on how to stay on track with your healthy snacking.
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Season 2, Episode 5: The Truth About Supplements
In this 7-minute podcast I blow the lid off the multi-billion dollar supplements industry! OK, perhaps "blow the lid off" is a bit exaggerated. But I do uncover some pretty interesting facts.
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Season 2, Episode 4: Who Doesn't Love a Good Nap?
In this 6-minute podcast, I talk about naps; short naps, cat naps, and power naps. Did you know there's actually a wrong way to nap?! You will once you listen!
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Season 2, Episode 3: Walk it off!
In this 5-minute podcast I discuss the well-known and little-known facts about the benefits of walking.
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Season 2, Episode 2: Happy Thanksgiving!
In this 6-minute podcast I celebrate Thanksgiving... in January. Did you overeat at Thanksgiving? It's not your fault! Listen in and I'll explain all about it!
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Season 2, Episode 1: Protein, Protein, Protein
In this 7-minute podcast I break down the differences in proteins so you can choose the best source for you. If you want to learn all about protein in a short amount of time, this podcast is the "whey" to go. (See what I did there?)
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Episode 8: New Year, New You
In this New Year's Eve 6-minute podcast I discuss resolutions and the secret to achieving them! Ohhhh suspense!
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Episode 7: Push-ups and Goats
In this 5-minute podcast I talk about a mainstay of any exercise regimen - the push-up. Oh, I also ramble on about goats. Yup, goats.
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Episode 6: Words Matter
In this 5-minute podcast I'm asked to give the best exercise advice I can. And I do!
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Episode 5: Weight Loss. Simplified.
In this nearly 6-minute podcast I address the almost always challenging task of weight loss and I simplify it. Yup, just for you.
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Episode 4: Belly Fat!
In this 4-minute podcast I explain why you still have that belly despite your best efforts. I also explain how to get rid of it!
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Episode 3: Body Composition
In this 4+ minute podcast, I cover the difference between weight loss vs. fat loss and discuss the importance of body composition. I even totally trip over the word "composition" but decided not to edit it out. See if you notice. Hint: you'll notice.
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Episode 2: Exercising when you're sick
In this short, but informative, 3-minute podcast I discuss whether or not you should exercise when you're sick. Hint: it depends.
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Episode 1: Good Carbs vs. Bad Carbs
In this 5-minute podcast we take a look at the difference between complex and simple carbs, also known as good carbs vs. bad carbs. You'll learn what happens when we ingest each and how it affects our bodies.
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