Survival Of The Fittest

Every day we here more and more about intermittent fasting.  Intermittent fasting is now new.  Skipping meals as a means of weight loss has been tried over time.  Studies have shown that individuals that eat smaller and more frequent meals weigh less over time then those who eat larger less frequent meals.  This episode discusses why we don’t recommend intermittent fasting and the health risks associated with intermittent fasting.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for pr

We love suspension training.  Suspension facilitates excellent mobility, stability, metabolic conditioning, and rehab training.  However, we often see suspension training used improperly keeping the user from achieving the best results.  This podcast discusses how we believe the suspension trainer should be used for maximal results.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your

A lot of people exercise but very few get real results.  Anyone can go to the gym and burn calories, but it takes real skill to get better, stronger, faster, more powerful, more agile and more mobile.  This podcast describes what goes into a training program to help maximize results from the time spent training.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection

PCOS is a leading cause of infertility.  PCOS effects about one in 10 women.  PCOS has an insulin resistance component and hence is a major risk factor for diabetes.  Patients with PCOS should speak with their physicians regarding lifestyle modifications that may help treat PCOS as well as prevent diabetes.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in conn

Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability.  Back pain is often managed with pain medications. While pain management is important, it does nothing to treat the root cause of the problem.  This podcast describes the available treatment options, so you will be better prepared to have a more informed discussion with your physician.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of you

This podcast is about how to get your best results from your strength and conditioning training.  There is an incredible amount of misinformation regarding how many repetitions one should perform for different goals.  This can cause undesirable outcomes especially for weight restricted athletes. DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this p

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) also knows as CRPS is one of the most painful and debilitating conditions.  Most treatment options revolve around sympathetic blocks, neuropathy medications, antidepressants, opioids, and ketamine infusions.  In our experience as clinicians and patients we have found other treatment options to be as effective  or more effective then current treatment options.  Especially, when these treatment options  are combined with traditional RSD treatment.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or

An important measure of health and wellness is percentage of body fat.  There are several methods to determine percentage of body fat.  Some of the methods to calculate body fat are accurate, while others can often give quite inaccurate information.  This discussion discusses the most accurate method of body fat calculations and the pros and cons of each of these methods.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olymp

This podcast discusses common myths about weight loss.  Additionally, this podcast will discuss what works and what does not, in order to help individuals achieve healthy long-term weight loss.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this podcast or for your use of this podcast in connection with your Web site, computer or playing device.

This episode is about how to lose body fat.  So many diet and exercise programs focus on weight loss but miss the whole picture necessary for sustainable fat loos.  This discussion focuses on healthy long lasting fat loss, while optimizing health wellness and physical performance.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this podcast or for your us

This podcast describes the three types of muscle contractions.  There is a analysis of concentric, eccentric and isometric muscle contractions.  We discuss how these types of muscle contractions are related to strength and conditioning as well as injury prevention and treatment.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this podcast or for yo

Physical therapy has so much to offer.  It can reduce pain, restore function and make an incredible difference in someones life. Unfortunately, physical therapy sessions are often time constrained in both the clinical visit and the number of visits allowed by insurance carriers.  In this discussion we discuss what we believe brings about the best physical medicine and rehab outcomes.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com o

This podcast discusses anabolic and androgenic steroids.  It discusses what steroids are and what they do in the body.  It describes the differences between hormone replacement therapy, medical steroid use and abuse by athletes.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this podcast or for your use of this podcast in connection with your Web site, c

This podcast is about the difference between physical medicine and performance physical therapy.  We have seen numerous physical therapists on the internet describing certain mobility and training programs under the auspices of physical therapy.  While these types of mobility training may increase some athletes performance, they can be dangerous to injured individuals.  This podcast is designed to inform the user about the different kinds of physical therapy methods available.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympi

This podcast is about testosterone replacement therapy.  This podcast describes the hormone testosterone and how it impacts the body.  The discussion covers normal labs and testosterone levels.  Finally, this discussion covers the various methods of testosterone replacement and the benefits and disadvantage of each of these methods. DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any o

This podcast is about magnesium.  Magnesium is an electrolyte.  Magnesium deficiency is common and can have significant negative effects on the body.  Magnesium supplementation may offer numerous health benefits to an individual if they are deficient.  This podcast also describes various forms of magnesium supplementation.  DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of yo

Fruit juice looks great, smells great and tastes great.  It masquerades as a healthy food as after all it comes from fruit.  However fruit juice packs an incredible amount of concentrated sugar without the fiber and other nutrients found in whole fruit.  Sugar can lead to obesity and diabetes which can contribute to heart disease and many other problems.  This podcast describes the health risks of fruit juice.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use on

As medical professional and strength and conditioning coaches we are always looking for ways to enhance our patients and clients performance. We always want to improve our clients balance, agility, mobility, strength, power, speed and accuracy.  Martial arts movement patterns can have a profoundly positive effect on ones health, wellness and athletic performance.  This podcast is about what happens to a great athlete when they incorporate some martial arts movement patterns into their training.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or

When you walk into any gym you can see a large number of exercise machines.  They are everywhere.  Unfortunately, in most cases these machines will do little to improve your functional strength and fitness.  The exception is the cable machine.  This podcast discusses why we do not use machines in our normal strength and conditioning programs.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability

This podcast is about methods to improve arthritis. Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability and is often manageable with exercise. We discuss how diet, supplements and exercise can substantially improve arthritis pain and improve function.DISCLAIMERThe only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Instead, we encourage you to discuss your options with a health care provider. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions do not constitute the opinions of elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems.This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Elitefitnessnow.com or Olympic systems assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with this podcast or for your use of this podcast in connection with yo