Outside Health and Fitness

In this episode of the Outside Health and Fitness podcast I talk with Ben Maynard from  Ben On Adventures  about how he’s preparing and planning for his thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. On Today’s show you’ll discover… What it takes to get physically and mentally ready for a long distance thru-hike; How to prepare for the different types of terrain, weather and wildlife you’ll encounter on the trail; Where to find the resources and inspiration to make your dream adventure a reality. call the show: 207-370-9797 email:  sws0926@gmail.com Show Notes:  OutsideHealthandFitness.com/133 Check out this episode!

While it might not “break the internet” the same way, there’s still a lot of talk about the emerging Paleo community. I started incorporating Paleo recipes into my life about a year ago. Here are the reasons the average person, like me, ought to give it a go: 1. It’s not as expensive as you would think. Recently I went off a long, strong Paleo kick for reasons of convenience due to a hand injury. Even though I didn’t go crazy buying processed food at the grocery store, I still picked up a few items here and there that were easy to make—and easy to open! My weekly grocery bill was about $15 to $20 more expensive than usual.  You’d also be surprised how many meals you can get out of a cart with fruits and vegetables. 2. Short on time? No problem. Paleo eliminates processed foods, but allows a wide variety of wholesome vegetables and fruits (among many, many other things) to choose from. I like to think since you’re “limited” on ingredients, you’re emancipated from a lot of processed easy

In this episode of the Outside Health and Fitness podcast I share seven of my favorite cool and unusual tips to improve your running. On Today’s show you’ll discover… …breathing techniques that provide more oxygen; …how to replicate outdoor running on a treadmill; …how to lock your heel in place to avoid blisters and more. call the show: 207-370-9797 email:  sws0926@gmail.com For Full shownotes:  OutsideHealthandFitness.com/132 Check out this episode!

In this episode of the Outside Health and Fitness podcast I'm on vacation so I thought it would be a good chance to dive into the archives and replay one of my most popular episodes. The show features Dr. Barry Goodman talking about how to keep your back and core strong for outdoor fun. On Today’s show you’ll discover... … sport specific stretches  you can do before and after your next hike, bike ride or ski trip to warm up and cool down properly; …how to  strengthen your core  and the muscles that protect your back; …how to take care of your back when you’re being active and having fun outside. call the show: 207-370-9797 email:  sws0926@gmail.com Show Notes:  OutsideHealthandFitness.com/131 Check out this episode!

In this episode of the Outside Health and Fitness podcast fitness hall of famer Kathy Kaehler is back on the show to share a path forward to a healthier, fitter, happier you. On Today’s show you’ll discover... ...simple steps you can take to get healthy and feel better; ...how exercise is important but it's not the only component; ...how even small changes can make a big difference. call the show: 207-370-9797 email:  sws0926@gmail.com For Full Show Notes:  OutsideHealthandFitness.com/130 Check out this episode!