Front Page Fitness

Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss horrifying children's books, Eric's caffeine addiction, micro-habits for health and wellness, age-linked fitness standards, the "pinky time" trend, movement assessments, and more.Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Reviewmassresearchreview.comChapters00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties01:10 Caffeine Issues04:54 Concerning Books for Children07:23 True Crime09:27 Micro Habits for a Healthier Life10:49 Breathing and Decision Making15:11 The Importance of Making Your Bed20:22 Practicing Gratitude Daily23:21 Stretching and Movement Habits24:16 Fresh Air and Morning Routines26:04 Unplugging from Technology31:15 Hydration Myths and Realities35:05 Reading42:20 Fitness Standards by Age47:55 The Pinky Time Trend55:25 Listener Questions on Muscle and Diabetes01:03:10 AI in Movement Assessment

Joins Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they discuss a wide range of topics including innovations in female urination devices, kittenmaxxing, bariatric jello, creatine FAQs, and more.Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Eric and Lauren are co-owners.massresearchreview.comChapter00:00 Intro05:43 Innovations in Female Urination Devices17:28 Kitten Maxing: The Joy of Cats20:31 Bariatric Jello and Misinformation in Diets33:23 Preloading Strategies for Calorie Control35:24 Exploring Creatine: Myths and Facts38:54 Creatine for Kids and Teens41:11 Dosing Creatine: Standard vs. Body Weight43:31 Creatine Delivery Methods: Pills vs. Powders45:11 Bloating and Creatine: Understanding the Myths48:03 Creatine and Hair Loss: Debunking the Myths50:25 Creatine and Anxiety: A Mixed Bag52:09 Creatine and Endometriosis: Exploring the Links56:01 Creatine's Impact on Sleep and Cognitive Function

Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss fighting with people on the internet about menopause, energy expenditure, peptides, simple nutrition heuristics, protein quality, and much more. Join us for a future episode on Mondays at 5:30 pm eastern time.Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Lauren and Eric co-own it.massresearchreview.comChapters00:00 Menopause and Energy Expenditure (on social media)17:52 Peptides in the Wild (Melanotan)28:12 Revisiting Beethoven34:25 Fitness for Petite Women ONLY41:36 Nutrition Label Heuristics51:10 Protein Quality1:11:32 Pet Appreciation

In episode 52 of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric and Lauren discuss more pet submissions from the FPF army, more made-up terms, toilet technology innovations, ultraprocessed food alarmism, AI chatbots for health information, and much more.Front Page Fitness is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Eric and Lauren are co-owners.Massresearchreview.comChapters00:00 Intro and more pets from the FPF Army07:51 Friction-maxxing15:29 Nonna-maxxing19:33 Toilet tech updates27:09 Inn-n-Out University32:13 Crawfish ice cream39:15 Ultraprocessed foods53:01 Pushups for every age category1:02:23 AI chatbots versus chemotherapy

In this episode, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple talk about listeners' pets, people being mean to Lauren on the internet, new slang terms, strength tests for longevity, and the "dirty dozen" foods with the highest concentration of pesticide residue.Front Page Fitness is presented by the MASS Research Review (massresearchreview.com)Chapters00:00 Intro05:08 The internet hates Lauren09:47 The internet hates Lauren more16:11 How you're annoying your pet24:50 "Runcations"27:35 The Rise of Public Audio Disruption33:04 New Internet Slang38:31 "Dry-Begging"42:10 Dishwasher Myths and Misconceptions46:17 Hershey's Chocolate Controversy49:48 Strength Tests and Longevity55:32 The Dirty Dozen and Food Safety

Join Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore a wide range of topics including fitness trends, internet culture, electrical muscle stimulation, and recent scientific breakthroughs in weight loss medications.Chapters00:00 Introduction04:07 Cat Content and Listener Engagement10:02 LooksMaxxing and the Manosphere17:04 EasterMaxxing23:28 Travel Hygiene29:25 Laundry Habits and ADHD Coaches37:00 Electrical Muscle Stimulation as Exercise48:11 Oral GLP-1 Medications

In this episode, Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple explore a wide range of topics including the surprising realization about age, the trend of sword yoga in NYC, innovative creatine salt products, and the complexities of body image and health at every size. They also delve into practical tips for loading dishwashers and the controversy surrounding a book attributed to Lauren.Chapters00:00 Intro13:53 Podcasting Value18:08 Creatine Salts: A New Trend?29:29 Sword Yoga: A New Fitness Craze34:43 Dishwasher Loading: The Right Way?40:58 Navigating Health and Body Image59:50 Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Coaching

In this episode, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple critically analyze a recent narrative review on menopause and metabolism, discussing the nuances of scientific research, methodology, and how findings are communicated in the media. They explore the complexities of measuring energy expenditure, the limitations of rodent models, and the importance of interpreting scientific data effectively and responsibly.Chapters00:00 Chatter and introducing new review paper06:22 Social media claims about the paper08:15 What is a "narrative review"14:03 Nuances of metabolism research20:03 Fat Oxidation versus fat loss24:00 Claims versus data (resting expenditure)31:06 Effects of hormone therapy & Limitations of Rodent Studies36:05 Summarizing resting metabolism data39:49 Claims versus data (activity expenditure)43:34 Re-interpreting the data45:20 Advice for assessing evidence behind claims51:56 Conclusions and future directions55:54 How this relates (or doesn't) to "calories in, calories out"59:47 Wrapping up the show

In today's episode, Drs. Eric and Lauren discuss Baja Blast news, the David Bar lawsuit, showering frequency, butter runs, morning routines, and more health and fitness headlines from the past week.Chapters:00:00 Intro and Baja Blast news10:18 David Bar lawsuit30:34 Optimal showering frequency37:26 Butter runs41:42 Cindy Crawford's morning routine50:26 FOMO vs FOBO controversy

Join Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore forgotten wellness fads, "FOBO," "insinuation anxiety," daylight savings time, coffee timing, and much more.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Milestones in Influencing06:10 Insinuation Anxiety16:35 The Rise of FOBO and Its Implications24:38 Bizarre Wellness Fads: A Nostalgic Look33:06 New Game: Real Headline or Fake Headline39:26 Debunking Coffee Myths: Timing and Caffeine46:30 Daylight Savings Time53:39 Revisiting Sleep Positions01:03:25 Mailbag

In an act of unbridled hubris, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple picked a fight she had no chance of winning. In this episode, Lauren and Eric discuss how RFK Jr. took a shot across Lauren's bow by abruptly changing some peptide regulations. After that, they discuss Arnold's take on Tik Tok trends, a new (very distasteful) version of "-maxxing," plastic surgery vacations, and more.Check out Lauren's recent articles on peptides: https://massresearchreview.com/2026/02/26/the-peptide-problem/Chapters00:00 Introduction2:35 RFK Jr vs Lauren (peptide updates)27:37 Lauren featured in Arnold Schwarzenegger’s newsletter,29:14 Arnold Schwarzenegger Slams 4 TikTok Fitness Trends37:15 New, very distasteful version of "maxxing"41:48 Plastic surgery vacation51:35 What no one tells you about GLP-1s55:35 Listener Emails

Join Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple as they explore a wide range of topics from Olympic sports, celebrity workouts, bizarre cosmetic procedures, to the latest in wearable technology and food marketing.Chapters00:00 Intro02:28 The RFK Jr. and Kid Rock Workout Video09:09 The SWAG Procedure and Its Implications15:35 Men's Health Food Trends for 202624:56 The Controversy Over Reese's Peanut Butter Cups32:37 State of Exercise in the U.S.37:54 Wearable Fitness Technology48:17 The Concept of "Trimester Zero"56:37 Listener Feedback and Q&A

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics ranging from the impact of social media on public perception, gym etiquette, and their newfound fascination with the Winter Olympics. They also touch on Valentine's Day, innovative protein products, and the emerging trend of peptides in wellness, highlighting the potential risks associated with unregulated substances.Chapters00:00 Intro12:25 Winter Olympics: A Newfound Interest26:55 Valentine's Day 33:17 Innovative Protein Products in the Market42:42 Lasagna Battery: A Culinary Experiment Gone Wrong47:43 The Rise of Peptides in Wellness and Fitness01:08:24 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement

In this episode, Drs Eric and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from technical difficulties with streaming platforms to the announcement of a new continuous hormone monitor. They delve into the implications of this technology, the challenges of winter weather, and the recent Super Bowl and Olympic events. The discussion also covers performance enhancements in sports, Lindsey Vonn's recent injury, and the ongoing debate about the impact of hormones on athletic performance. The conversation wraps up with a critical look at microplastics in food and the importance of evidence-based health communication.Chapters00:00 Intro02:59 Continuous Hormone Monitoring and Its Implications05:58 Weather Woes and Seasonal Discontent08:50 Super Bowl and Olympic Discussions11:52 Olympic Events and Cultural Reflections14:57 Ski Jumping Controversies and Performance Enhancements18:03 Lindsey Vonn's Injury and Women's Sports Advocacy29:37 Addressing Gender Bias in Conversations30:39 The Rise of Wearable Hormone Monitors40:25 The Ethics of Health Technology Marketing45:46 Exploring New Dietary Hacks53:06 Microplastics in Our Food Supply01:06:44 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss the recent controversies surrounding fitness influencers, particularly focusing on the fallout from their actions and the implications for the fitness community. They explore the challenges of crisis management, share personal experiences related to travel and weather disruptions, and engage with listener questions. The conversation also touches on cultural trends in fitness and wellness, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced training regimen. The episode concludes with reflections on the evolving landscape of the fitness industry and the need for accountability among its leaders.Chapters00:00 The Fitness Cancel Culture04:56 Crisis Management in the Fitness Industry09:46 Travel Challenges and Professional Engagements14:55 Fashion and Professional Image20:06 Hotel Amenities: A Soap Debate23:48 The Seismic Shift in Fitness Cancellations25:00 The Epstein Files: A Disturbing Revelation27:00 Peter Attia's Controversial Connections32:09 The Fallout of Peter Attia's Emails45:07 The Fitness Industry's Disappointment48:57 Frivolous Headlines: A Shift in Tone55:03 Cultural Trends in Food and Fitness56:43 Probiotics in Clothing: A New Trend?01:06:21 Listener Questions and Expert Insights01:19:54 Wrap-Up and Future Plans

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple dive into a variety of topics ranging from the absurdity of fitness trends to the latest dietary guidelines. They discuss the impact of social media on the fitness industry, highlighting how the rise of influencers has led to a saturation of content that often lacks substance. The conversation shifts to the new U.S. dietary guidelines, where they critique the confusing presentation of the food pyramid and the implications of the recommendations on public health. They also explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of emerging fitness technologies, including vibration plates and smart rings, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based practices in fitness and nutrition.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Recording Challenges03:48 The State of Fitness Influencers07:05 Cayenne Pepper in Socks: A Trend?15:35 New Dietary Guidelines Overview18:38 Confusion Around the New Food Pyramid25:41 Public Health Implications of Dietary Guidelines34:46 Effective Communication in Nutrition36:50 The Comeback of Vibration Plate Training51:07 Exploring New Fitness Gadgets01:11:19 The Future of Wearable Technology in Health

In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics ranging from teaching experiences and the impact of introversion, to the significance of grip strength for longevity. They explore the concept of walkout songs for speaking engagements, review a cereal product, and delve into the marketing of unisex footwear and running shoes. The conversation shifts to the misconceptions surrounding creatine and its marketing, the effects of testosterone and cold plunges, and the role of AI in fitness training. Finally, they address digital distractions and the importance of maintaining productivity in a technology-driven world.Chapters00:00 Teaching and Social Dynamics06:06 Unexpected Speaking Engagements16:01 Running Shoes and Gender Marketing21:59 Creatine Marketing and Miscommunication28:05 The Rise of Celebrity-Endorsed Supplements34:31 Testosterone Myths and Misconceptions41:11 The Role of AI in Fitness Training50:58 Digital Distractions and Productivity01:07:29 Personalizing Productivity and Wellness

In this episode, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics related to fitness, health trends, and New Year's resolutions. They reflect on the launch of 'man cereal', explore the psychology behind New Year's resolutions, and delve into the latest health trends for 2026. The conversation also touches on the science of training times, the complexities of hormonal balance and fasting, and the bizarre trend of using cadaver fat for cosmetic procedures. Finally, they discuss the emerging concept of 'zone zero' training, which emphasizes low-intensity movement.Chapters00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections01:12 The Launch of Man Cereal06:15 New Year's Resolutions and Fresh Start Effect14:41 Trends in Fitness and Gym Attendance15:52 Health Trends for 202631:55 Cortisol, Fasting, and Complicated Recommendations37:23 Dystopian Beauty Trends40:52 Ethics of Body Donation44:50 Regulatory Concerns in Aesthetic Procedures46:00 The Rise of Zone Zero Training51:00 Listener Mail and Travel Plans

In this episode, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics ranging from flight delays and seasonal weather woes to unique taste tests of drinks like Baja Blast and eggnog. They reflect on culinary adventures from 2025, explore the potential legal recognition of pets as dependents, and provide insights into selecting wines. The conversation also touches on predictions for fitness trends in 2026 and humorously critiques sensational headlines from the New York Post.00:00 Flight Delays and Airport Woes03:02 Weather Woes and Seasonal Reflections05:58 Taste Testing: Baja Blast and Beyond11:55 The Eggnog Experiment: A Culinary Catastrophe17:49 Legal Pets and Tax Credits23:54 Wine 101: Selecting the Perfect Holiday Wine33:13 Understanding Wine: The Zinfandel Debate34:43 Wine Education: Beyond Just Drinking35:55 Trends for 2026: Predictions in Fitness and Supplements38:49 Hormonal Trends: The Next Big Thing?40:28 The Future of Food: GLP-1 and Weight Loss42:47 Fitness Fads: Revisiting the 80s45:14 Diet Trends: Regression to Low-Fat Diets49:16 Alcohol and Health: The Changing Narrative51:07 Research Gone Wild: The Masturbation Study56:35 The New York Post: A Love-Hate Relationship

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple explore the concept of 'dirty soda', discuss the indefensible naming of wellness trends, and take a health scam quiz. They also discuss some new health-related research that is making headlines, blow open a major prune conspiracy, and address some listener feedback.Chapters00:00 Unexpected Encounters and Homeowner Stories01:41 The Rise of Dirty Soda04:56 Naming Trends and Wellness Concepts07:48 Health Scams and Quiz Time14:50 Wine Recommendations and Holiday Tips22:54 Exercise Myths and Waist Slimming Techniques28:39 Core Training Myths and Realities30:59 The Impact of Tea on Bone Health36:30 Skepticism Towards Nutrition Studies40:47 The "Big Prune" Conspiracy43:54 Fitness Trends and Personal Reflections46:26 The Importance of Laughter in Health54:52 Listener Questions and Travel Plans

Once again, Eric and Lauren tackle the top health and fitness headlines from the week. Topics include: "exergaming," pizza as a protein source, the hype surrounding HIIT and "exercise snacks," cutting edge research on farts and Alzheimer's disease, smartwatch systems for temper tantrum warnings, and much more.Time stamps:0:00 Introduction8:35 "Exergaming"15:58 Pizza as a protein source22:12 The hype surrounding HIIT and "exercise snacks"35:25 Cutting edge research on farts and Alzheimer's disease42:08 Smartwatch systems for temper tantrum warnings50:55 Listener feedback / mailbag

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren discuss a range of headlines related to fitness, health, and wellness. Topics include a modern redesign of the bicycle, a controversial rib removal surgery, olive oil shots for weight loss, cutting edge fart research, a misguided remedy for nasal congestion, and more.Chapters0:00 Introduction5:44 A modern redesign of the bicycle12:55 A controversial rib removal surgery26:48 Olive oil shots for weight loss31:05 Cutting edge fart research36:18 A misguided remedy for nasal congestion38:47 Popcorn lung44:38 Mailbag (dietary plant diversity)56:42 Mailbag (wearable technology)

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and the esteemed Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics related to health, fitness, and wellness. Topics include cooking oils linked to fat gain, effects of nighttime screen exposure on sleep, "phone-sober" walks, wellness trends that might actually be disguised forms of self-punishment, and more.Chapters:0:00 Intro (Thanksgiving, football, and MASS sale)13:03 Toxic influencer of the week21:34 "Most popular cooking oil in America may directly contribute to obesity"32:08 "Why Using Your Phone at Night May Not Be as Bad as You Think"42:27 "How ‘phone-sober walks’ can immediately improve your well-being"47:40 "9 wellness trends that look like growth but are actually sophisticated forms of self-punishment"

In this episode, Eric and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from Thanksgiving plans and food recalls to social media fitness trends and the latest health gadgets. They explore the implications of a wearable cortisol tracker, a health monitoring toilet, and annoying recommendations about caffeine timing. The conversation also touches on the idea of thick thighs being associated with better health outcomes and the gravity aging hypothesis, questioning the validity of these claims and the research behind them.Chapters00:00 Thanksgiving Plans and Baja Blast Snuggies11:37 Extreme Looksmaxxing21:03 Wearable Cortisol Trackers and Health Gadgets25:08 Toilets That Monitor "Gut Health"31:44 Caffeine and Cortisol: Debunking Myths41:01 The Science of Thigh Circumference and Health50:37 Gravity and Aging: A New Hypothesis

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren explore the popularity of Baja Blast, the introduction of Taco Bell wine, and the concept of a comedy show held inside a sauna. The conversation also delves into the effectiveness of different exercises for burning calories and the implications of exercise energy compensation. Eric emphasizes the multifaceted benefits of exercise beyond just caloric expenditure alone.Chapters0:00 Intro / Taco Bell updates13:17 Nude bowling and comedy saunas26:21 Uncrustaburgers and state fair foods33:04 Energy drinks, but for girls47:15 Exercise (beyond burning calories)

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss major pie updates, the cube rule for food identification, a major FDA announcement regarding menopausal hormone therapy, bacteria maxxing, and much more. Chapters:0:00 The internet hates Lauren3:45 Major pie update11:30 FDA announcement regarding menopausal hormone therapy24:04 Peter Attia backlash37:26 The cube rule of food identification43:10 Bacteria maxxing and fart maxxing48:08 Growing extremely specific muscles while shrinking others

In today's episode, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss Lauren's traumatic cleaning experience, the "dangers" of running marathons, toothpaste for women, brains "eating themselves" after menopause, and new buzz claiming that a study reports prevention of heart disease and cancer from estrogen-based hormone therapy.Chapters0:00 Intro8:04 "Dangers" of running marathonshttps://nypost.com/2025/11/01/health/all-the-ways-running-marathons-can-wreck-your-body/21:37 Toothpaste, but for womenhttps://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/health-problems/so-apparently-toothpaste-is-made-for-men/news-story/e011eaea83b2e12eb2282bf71a7cef2632:52 Brains "eating themselves" after menopausehttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/9qE1mdcaUGo46:46 (Alleged) prevention of heart disease and cancer from estrogen-based hormone therapyhttps://www.instagram.com/reels/DQHcW1UCqDs/https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251021/Study-suggests-earlier-start-of-hormone-therapy-optimizes-long-term-health-outcomes.aspx1:07:41 Listener mail

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and THE Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a wide range of health and fitness-adjacent topics including shockingly "low-calorie" burritos, upscale "human upgrade centers," weighted bras, creatine supplementation during menopause, and more.Chapters:0:00 Intro (Lauren is a TV star)6:43 shockingly "low-calorie" burritos21:44 upscale "human upgrade centers"34:58 weighted bras41:43 creatine supplementation during menopause1:00:14 mailbag

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of fitness headlines. Topics include: man-opause survivors, "high-protein" versions of common foods, killer protein bars, lead in protein powders, peeing during endurance events, and much more.Time stamps0:00 Intro5:51 Man-opause survivors10:45 "High-protein" versions of common foods25:37 Lead in protein powders37:20 killer protein bars (and broader discussion of processed foods)44:37 Lead exposure among serial killers49:06 Audience feedback: Peeing during endurance events

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple engage in a lively discussion covering various topics in fitness and nutrition. They start with a contentious conversation about their credibility as sources of information in the fitness industry. The conversation shifts to a quick update on apple cider vinegar, followed by a discussion about the Taco Bell Ultramarathon in which participants eat at multiple Taco Bell locations during a race. They then explore the claims surrounding leggings with built-in resistance bands and a controversial mitochondria makeover pill, discussing the science behind these products. The episode concludes with listener emails, including a humorous take on urination tactics during marathons.Time stamps:0:00 Intro chatter7:18 Apple cider vinegar update10:00 Taco Bell ultramarathon20:20 Leggings with built-in resistance bands37:54 Mitochondria makeover pill50:56 Listener emails

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics related to health, fitness, and nutrition. Topics include personal updates, new protein lattes, beer stein holding as a health behavior, Tylenol use during pregnancy, and more.To enjoy this episode on youtube:https://youtube.com/live/3Occ4OGw8qUTime stamps:0:00 Intro3:03 New protein drinks at Starbucks10:34 Beer stein holding (for your health?)15:37 The Tylenol during pregnancy controversy46:58 Muscle building tips for lesbians ONLY

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren discuss a range of topics from travel mishaps to fitness debates. Lauren shares her recent harrowing travel experience, then they dive into fitness headlines detailing the dangers of running, "looksMinimizing" by training for massive muscle asymmetries and imbalances, clutter's impact on relationships, ear seeding for cortisol face, the health claims surrounding pumpkin spice, and the new trend of "loaded water."Chapters00:00 Travel Troubles: A Weekend to Remember12:55 Running vs. Cycling: The Great Debate25:39 Looks Minimizing: A New Trend in Fitness28:54 Clutter and Attraction: The Hidden Impact31:56 Navigating Relationship Dynamics39:30 Exploring Ear Seeding and Cortisol Face49:44 The Truth About Pumpkin Spice01:01:34 Loaded Water

In Episode 23 of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple dissect several viral wellness trends and questionable health claims while discussing broader issues in science communication. The hosts analyze TikTok's "Great Lock-In" challenge as essentially rebranded New Year's resolutions, debate the value of intense focus periods versus constant balance, and investigate a bizarre "Slim Room" treatment claiming to burn 1,500-2,000 calories through multiple simultaneous therapies. They critique Tracy Anderson's "vomitous" stance regarding high-protein diets, including her arbitrary "four-legged animal" dietary restriction. The discussion shifts to serious criticism of supplement marketing that falsely claims whole protein sources like steak provide no usable protein, with additional commentary about scientists or professionals in adjacent fields who venture into nutrition without proper expertise. Throughout the episode, they address the fundamental problems plaguing health and fitness content creation.Chapters0:00 Intro & Production Updates9:09 The Great Lock-In Challenge20:38 Slim Rooms26:03 Poop Donation Program32:00 Protein "Maxxing"46:05 Essential Amino Acids vs. Protein55:30 The State of Science Communication in Health and Fitness1:13:26 Closing Thoughts

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric and Lauren dive into a variety of topics ranging from their fierce social media feud to "Ozempic vulva." They explore the absurdity of online quizzes about body types, the peculiarities of sauna conversations, and the science behind pooping and its impact on performance. The discussion also touches on the alleged dangers of smartphone use in the bathroom, the bizarre trend of cooking on airplanes, and the dynamics of toxic spouse behavior in parenting.Chapters00:00 Eric & Lauren's Social Media Feud05:24 Ozempic Vulva08:53 Useless Online Quizzes and Sauna Conversations14:40 The Impact of Defecation on Performance26:50 Smartphone Use and Hemorrhoids34:30 Home Remedies for Sinus Issues and the Dangers of Over-the-Counter Nasal Sprays41:07 Airplane Food Etiquette50:12 Bad Eggs54:55 Toxic Spouse Behavior and Parenting Dynamics

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric and Lauren discuss a variety of topics ranging from sports updates to two recent Netflix documentaries about "Catfishing." They delve into health concerns surrounding gel nail polish bans in Europe, explore a new 'sexercise' calorie burning calculator, and introduce the unconventional fitness craze of quadrobics. The episode also features listener feedback about cats' unusual food preferences and takes a critical look at the impact of morning coffee on hormonal health.Time stamps00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap05:08 Netflix Documentaries: Unknown Number and Catfishing16:32 Health Concerns: Gel Nail Polish and European Regulations28:17 Female Physiology Debate and Importance of Meta-Analyses of Human Trials33:07 Exploring the "Sexercise" Calorie Calculator39:45 The Rise of Quadrobics45:20 Questionable Exercise Routine "For Lymphatic System and Fascia"47:58 Cat talk56:45 The Impact of Coffee on Hormones

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics including the launch of a new breakfast cereal marketed towards men, a controversial case involving raw milk consumption, new words added to the dictionary, and a deep dive into a new documentary about "The Biggest Loser." The conversation highlights the complexities of health, nutrition, and the ethics of reality television, while also touching on the importance of long-term health strategies and the impact of societal trends on personal well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates07:30 The Launch of 'Man Cereal'11:35 Controversy Over Raw Milk Consumption17:50 New Words in the Dictionary22:43 Psoriasis Fries27:44 Documentary Reaction (The Biggest Loser)49:09 Metabolism Myths and Realities1:03:22 Eric Helms' (Unauthorized) Cameo1:04:13 Presidential Fitness Testing

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren revisit some old topics and cover some new ground. They discuss "fibermaxxing" and "GLP-1" smoothies, "neck hanging" for sleep improvements, earlobe procedures, "hole-tox," luxury wellness strategies, and more.Link to the geriatric pants:https://www.amazon.com/LETAOTAO-Elastic-Seniors-Adaptive-Elderly/dp/B0CSK6CRVDTime stamps:00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates03:39 Listener Feedback, Fiber Maxing Smoothies, and "GLP-1" Smoothies12:30 She-Wee Use in Bodybuilding17:35 Sleep Maxing and Neck Hanging Controversy25:30 Beauty Trends and Earlobe Care38:37 "Hole-Tox" (Anal Botox)48:13 Wellness Trends from the Dark Ages54:18 Luxury Wellness Trends

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from niche fitness ideas for specific demographics to the impact of social media on marketing strategies. They debate the dynamics of location sharing in relationships, generational perspectives on fitness trends, and the resurgence of Jazzercise (and "slashercise"). The conversation also touches on the health implications of diet soda and the misconceptions surrounding potatoes and ultraprocessed foods.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and chatter about social media marketing05:23 Location Sharing in Relationships09:04 Generational Perspectives on Technology12:32 The Comeback of Jazzercise19:20 The Introduction of "Slashercise"24:07 Diet Soda and Diabetes Risk35:14 The Nutritional Value of Potatoes45:00 Health "Risks" of Ultraprocessed Foods

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics ranging from camping experiences to the mislabeling of energy drinks. They delve into culinary debates about grilled cheese, the absurdities of niche fitness coaching, urination devices, and the many wrong ways to pee. The conversation also touches on health insights related to incontinence, aging, mindfulness practices, and the skepticism surrounding collagen supplements.Chapters00:00 Camping Adventures and Outdoor Experiences03:47 Celsius Energy Drinks and Alcohol Mix-Up08:34 Grilled Cheese Rant on Reddit13:36 Extremely Niche Fitness Business Coaches23:25 Innovative Urination Device for Women31:11 The Right and Wrong Way to Pee39:38 Incontinence in Fitness Coaching40:00 Celebrating Fitness at 10047:12 The One-Page Miracle for Brain Health56:06 Collagen: The Beauty Booster?01:08:01 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics including updates on sleeping positions and modern slang, 5 exercises to decrease your cortisol face, "Ozempic penis," the effects of female body odor (across the menstrual cycle), the UK government program to collect dog and cat feces, and Coca-Cola embracing cane sugar over high fructose corn syrup.Time stamps:0:00 Intro and updates on sleeping positions and modern slang24:33 5 exercises to decrease your cortisol face37:29 "Ozempic penis"42:22 The effects of female body odor (across the menstrual cycle)53:45 Government program to collect dog and cat feces58:03 Coca-Cola embracing cane sugar over high fructose corn syrup

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss Lauren's idea for a "grifter tracker" app, examine testosterone therapy for peri- and post-menopausal women, react to dads embracing "thigh freedom" in swimwear, present a Shirtless Moron Award, and address concerns about teens using protein supplements and supplement-related liver damage.Time stamps0:00 Intro0:42 Brilliant business idea (grifter app)3:08 Testosterone therapy for perimenopausal women29:01 Dads reclaiming "thigh freedom”38:35 SHIRTLESS MORON AWARD44:41 Teens are trying to bulk up on protein supplements1:01:13 Liver damage from dietary supplements

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various cultural observations, fitness trends, and health-related topics. First they check in on young person culture by discussing "dry scooping" (the TikTok trend of consuming supplements without water), "aura farming," and "fibermaxxing." Then they discuss controversial gym policies that restrict access based on age and gender and a misleading correlation between calf muscle size and dementia risk. Finally, they debate the utility of smart scales in tracking body composition and health metrics.Time stamps:00:00 Cultural Observations: A Midwesterner in New York5:25 Fitness Trends: The Dry Scooping Debate10:23 Viral Trends: Aura Farming and Generational Slang14:11 Fibermaxxing: A Trend or Just Good Nutrition?24:13 Gym Policies: Gender-Specific Access and Controversy33:19 Calf Muscles and Dementia: A Misleading Correlation45:54 The Utility of Smart Scales in Fitness Tracking

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics including culinary experiments with mushrooms, true crime, The Ouija Board of Wellness, and 'fridge cigarettes.' The conversation also covers the myths surrounding nicotine and its addictive properties, the latest longevity supplement (spermidine), backward treadmill walking, the effectiveness of walking after strength training for fat burn, and the best type of beer.Time stamps:00:00 Mushroom Experimentation and True Crime11:14 TikTok Trends: The Ouija Board of Wellness17:07 Fridge Cigarettes27:00 Nicotine: Myths and Misconceptions35:45 Spermidine Supplementation and The Longevity Grift43:00 Backward Walking on Treadmills49:51 Walking After Lifting (to burn fat)1:00:48 The Best Beer

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of topics, including unusual drink combinations, the origins of Mountain Dew, listener emails about sleeping positions, the concept of “old people smell” and its relation to “superfoods,” the effectiveness of low-acid diets for weight loss, arbitrary fitness standards, and the implications of a government crackdown on compounded medications.Time stamps:0:00 Introduction1:44 Unusual Drink Combinations and The Origins of Mountain Dew9:55 Listener Emails and Sleeping Positions14:03 Old People Smells and Superfoods20:47 Low-acid diets for weight loss30:58 Fitness Assessments and Peak Shape44:57 Government Crackdown on Compounded Medications

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss a variety of health and fitness trends, including the mouth taping trend, the rise of gas station supplements dubbed 'gas station heroin', the controversial sugar diet, and the pros and cons of tracking health metrics.Here's the link to Eric's geriatric pants:https://www.amazon.com/LETAOTAO-Elastic-Seniors-Adaptive-Elderly/dp/B0CSJSGL46/Time stamps:0:00 Intro19:06 Mouth Taping32:17 Gas station heroin45:40 The Sugar Diet54:12 The Pros and Cons of Wearables and Tracking Health Metrics

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics related to health and fitness, including the controversial debate over whether cannolis are sandwiches, the myths surrounding alcohol consumption and fat burning, the effectiveness of gut health interventions like fecal transplants, the impact of longevity supplements, and the troubling trend of 'Skinny Tok' on social media. They emphasize the importance of evidence-based information and the need for a balanced approach to health and body image.Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and Cannoli Controversy10:43 Alcohol and Fat Burning Myths18:30 Gut Health and Fecal Transplants30:09 Supplements and Biological Age Claims37:28 'SkinnyTok' is banned42:55 The Impact of Social Media on Body Image47:28 Weight Loss Drugs and Body Image54:03 Exercise, Food, and Body Image58:28 Old People Complaining About Young People

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics related to health, fitness, and misinformation. They start with a light-hearted conversation about their attire before diving into a debate about the merits of aerosol butter on popcorn. The discussion then shifts to the 'Instagram Moron Awards,' where they critique dangerous health misinformation circulating online, particularly regarding mammograms and protein intake. They also explore fitness standards, particularly the crunch test, and the role of medical doctors in health communication. The episode culminates in a contentious debate about health claims made by various professionals, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in health and fitness.Time stamps:0:00 Intro and clothing choices1:33 The merits of aerosolized butter5:37 Instagram Moron Awards (mammograms)9:28 Instagram Moron Awards (protein and fat loss)19:45 Instagram Moron Awards (keto and cholesterol)22:44 How many crunches can you do?35:20 Researcher debates medical doctor about science49:36 Synergy between clinical experience and research57:59 Simple, actionable health info1:00:56 Striking the right tone when addressing misinformation

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss various topics surrounding fitness, nutrition, and the impact of social media on public perception. They discuss the new Liver King documentary, the efficacy of weighted vests, the infamous Theranos scandal involving Elizabeth Holmes, and the myths surrounding menopause and energy expenditure.Time stamps:00:00 Introduction01:13 The Weight of Evidence: Weighted Vests09:37 Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos Saga17:13 Liver King Documentary29:08 Science Fraud Fueling Menopause Misconceptions38:35 Energy Expenditure and Exercise: The Real Story47:48 The Role of Exercise in Weight Management49:32 The Afterburn Effect: Myth or Reality?53:43 The Importance of Accurate Science Communication57:03 Energy Expenditure During Menopause1:00:36 Concluding Thoughts

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple explore various topics related to health, nutrition, and the chaotic world of online fitness trends. They discuss the absurdity of influencers eating dog food for protein, the debate over whether tacos can be classified as sandwiches, and the implications of a raw egg diet on relationships. The conversation also touches on the science of sleep positions, the myths surrounding sodium and health (and aging), and whether or not high-carb, grain-heavy foods were designed to "neuter" you.Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and Online Chaos02:45 Food Controversies and Litigation08:48 Influencer Eats Dog Food20:30 Evidence-Based Sleeping Positions32:40 Purported "fat-burning foods" also said to "reverse cancer"44:20 Sodium, Processed Foods, and Aging: Debunking Myths01:00:33 Bland, high-carb foods designed to "neuter" you?01:13:53 Wrap-Up: Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple dive into this week's controversial headlines in health and fitness, including cycle syncing, sex-specific fitness recommendations, fart walks, silicone dumbbells, and a snack that will purportedly help you "live to 100." They also discuss and the science behind "calories in, calories out," the complexities of energy balance, and how to navigate client expectations in weight loss. Finally, the hosts have a heated debate about sandwich preferences.Time stamps:00:00 Cycle Syncing and Sex-Specific Training14:00 Fart Walks19:45 Phallic Silicone Dumbbells24:30 Popcorn Helps You Live to 100?40:00 The Reality of Calories In, Calories Out01:14:50 The Sandwich Debate