Episode 187. Q&A - Vegan Supplements, Gut Health & Strength Training

Welcome to another episode of the In-situ health and fitness podcast! This week, we are back to answering your questions! Expect to learn what a de-load week is, why collagen supplements are good for joint health, how to improve your gut health and reduce inflammation, the most important macronutrient for weight loss and muscle gain, how to start weight lifting, why strength training is vital for bone health and much more.Free Journal Prompts https://www.in-situcollective.com/collection/p/journal-prompts 02:10 What is a De-load week, and do I need to do it? Do you de-load food or workouts?06:25 Do you still journal, and why or why not? How do you do it?10:40 Are there different types of collagen protein? Collagen seems good for joint health and beauty. Are there different types, and are they vegan?15:40 Will drinks like fruit juice, soft drinks, milk, energy drinks, etc, hydrate you? 18:35 I've heard a lot about the importance of gut health and its connection to overall well-being. Can you explain the relationship between gut health and inflammation and share some practical tips on how to promote a healthy gut microbiome through diet and lifestyle changes?27:15 I've been trying to lose weight, but I find it hard to balance my macronutrient intake, especially when it comes to protein. How much protein do I need to consume daily to support weight loss and muscle growth, and what are some high-protein foods and snacks that I can easily incorporate into my diet?34:00 I've been doing a lot of cardio workouts, like running and cycling, but I want to incorporate strength training into my routine. Can you explain the benefits of compound exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench press, and provide some tips on how to properly perform these exercises to get the most out of my workout?38:25 How does strength training help with bone strength?Support the showWant to put what you just heard into practice? I've distilled the biggest lessons from 287 episodes into a free guide, 9 strategies to boost your performance without working overtime. No fluff, no gimmicks. Just the fundamentals that actually work. Grab it at https://www.trueformpodcast.com/true-form-guide Take the first step toward better recovery and overall health with Lumaflex.Use code TRUEFORM for 10% off:https://lumaflex.com.au/TRUEFORM Most people don't struggle because they lack motivation. They struggle because they've been given the wrong approach, too much focus on extremes, not enough on sustainability.True Form Coaching is different.This isn't a generic program. It's personal coaching built around you, your schedule, your goals, your life. Together, we work across three areas that drive real, lasting change:Mind - how you think, focus, and manage stressBody - how you train, move, and fuel yourselfIdentity - who you become through the processhttps://www.trueformpodcast.com/about