On today's episode I'm joined by Dr. Alyssa Olenick to give you some of the information you need to combine weight training and running, and pursue your goals as a hybrid athlete!   Some topics we discussed: Mistakes lifters make when adding running to their training for the first time Will running kill your gains? Adjusting volume and intensity when starting a hybrid program  The cortisol boogie man and low energy availability  Improving your aerobic capacity  How Alyssa does all that she does and lessons she's learned along the way Dr. Alyssa Olenick holds a Ph.D ..read more

On today's episode I discuess the nutrition hierarchy to hopefully clear up some confusion and ease stress around your diet setup and meal planning. Links Meal Formula Peri-Workout Nutrition Post (deep dive) Peri-Workout Podcast Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @SarahFordBishop Coaching and Consultations  ..read more

Questions answered on today's episode: -at 1800 calories,pushing hard in the gym and thought it was my maintenance but weight has gone up 3 lbs the last 2 months. Clothes are getting snug as well. Should I cut or stick with it? Body composition is not great either. -encouragement for someone trying to find maintenance and feeling less lean or scared of fat gain? -I have goals of competing for a show in 2024 but don’t know where to start  -favorite carb sources? -Can you explain too much fiber? To submit questions for the show email: Sarahbishopfitness@gmail.com Connect with Sarah: Ins ..read more

Today I welcome my sister Kelsey on the podcast to talk about how to actually improve your digestion and not sacrifice your social life or sanity in the process.  Topics Include:  Signs your digestion is off  Foods to add in to your diet to help  Supplelemtns for bloating  Morning routines  Stress perception dropping the victim mentality to heal  a few products mentioned Aloe Juice  Glutamine Powder  Digestive Bitters  or HERE Connect with Sarah: www.sarahbishopfitness.com Instagram: @SarahFordBishop 1-on-1 Coaching or  Application For ..read more

Kinks- we all have them! Alexa is back and joins me to chat about all the ways bodybuilding and fitness kinks manifest. This episode idea sprung from this reel on Instagram, and we hope it will inspire you to get curious about what your own kinks might be revealing to you, and help invite change. Book: Existential Kink by Carolyn Elliot on Amazon Find Alexa on Instagram: @alexarukstela Connect with Sarah: www.sarahbishopfitness.com Instagram: @SarahFordBishop 1-on-1 Coaching Application ..read more

Haylee Colannino joins me today to talk about why gut health is such a key aspect when it comes to achieving and maintaining your goal physique. You may have heard me say "a health body is a responsive body" and optimal digestion and a healthy gut are huge players when it comes to systemic health and wellness. Haylee and I discuss : Biofeedack not to ignore  Why digestion matters for your physique goals  How stress, training and competing can lead to leaky gut and other digestion issues Pre and post workout meal tips for better digestion and performance  Meal timing and spacing ..read more

On today's episode I'm joined by Alexa Rukstela to talk about how both the feminine and masculine energies present themselves in healthy and unhealthy ways in our industry. Topics Include: Bringing the embodied feminine into fitness/bodybuilding . Why has she been shut out do you think and how can we bring her back in Signs in our biofeedback your masculine and feminine energies might be out of balance  Body image and the bikini division. What have you seen to be common challenges working with this population?  Healthy Levels of Control  Find Alexa on Instagram: @alexaruk ..read more

Join me for Season Two of Unfiltered Fitness Radio! Connect with Sarah: www.sarahbishopfitness.com Instagram: @SarahFordBishop 1-on-1 Coaching ApplicationEmail: SarahBishopFitness@gmail.com ..read more

Today ruby joins me to talk about the realities of transformation including: Pushing your comfort zones  Committing to change Letting go of old identities  Body image The confidence that comes from showing yourself you're capable of more Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @SarahFordBishop Sponsors and Links SarahBishopFitness@gmail.com Connect with Ruby Instagram HERE ..read more

Injured? Surgery? New baby? Work schedule insanely busy? Inevitably there comes a time for most of us where life forces us to be out of the gym. And in those cases, for most of us the first thought is "what will happen to my progress?" "Will I lose my gains"  On today's Episode Brandon DaCruz  joins me to discuss what happens to muscle and strength after 1 week, 3 weeks, 6 months out of training. Hint- it's not as bad as you think.  Topics Include: How do we lose muscle  How long can we take off before muscle is lost? What  the detraining research shows us  Ma ..read more