Get-Fit Guy

648. Is there really such a thing as a ‘hard gainer’ or do we all have muscle building potential?

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

694. What does AI have to do with fitness? This week, Kevin takes a deep dive into the environmental implications of AI technologies like ChatGPT, connecting the dots between fitness, philosophy, and the future of technology.

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

596. The more complex or explosive the contraction, the more training has to go into learning the sequence in which things have to move.

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

696. Kevin breaks down how our core values in fitness can be shaped by external metrics, from calorie counts to college rankings. He explores how devices and media oversimplify what we truly value, replacing joy and personal goals with data-driven targets. Plus, Kevin answers a listener's question on recovery, explaining the role of biomarkers in understanding when it’s safe to dive back into training.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

653. Apart from Get-Fit Guy, where should you be looking for fitness information?

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

671. This week, Coach Kevin Don addresses vaping. He says it seems that everywhere he goes, someone is blowing vape in his face. Is vaping as bad as smoking?

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

689. Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? We are bringing you the best episodes from all of our hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. This week, Coach Kevin Don opens up about some struggles in his own life and offers tips and advice on how to get through hard times.

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

532. An important aspect of finding the elusive perfect workout is also finding the perfect recovery time between sets. But this endeavor may be more about intuition than science with a hefty dose of "it depends" thrown in.

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

571. How long will it take to see fitness progress after starting an exercise routine? Faster than you think. Dr. Jonathan Su, the Get-Fit Guy, shares research on just how little time to takes to start seeing improvements in muscle size and strength. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more fitness tips.

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

599. Looking to shift fat from stubborn areas? Coach Kevin Don breaks down how to best go about it.

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2025

649. Coach Kevin Don goes over the do’s and don'ts of training after menopause.

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2025

574. Do you feel pain in your lower back after a workout? Are you blaming it on age? Dr. Jonathan Su, one of our great Get-Fit Guy hosts, shares the real reasons your back might hurt after a workout and what you can do about it.

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2025

687. This classic is from Coach Kevin Don, as he addresses the differences between golfer's elbow and tennis elbow as well as the symptoms, causes and treatments for each.

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Kevin explores the environmental impact of fitness-related items like single-use plastic bottles, PVC yoga mats, and cheap workout gear, and offers practical tips for making your fitness routine more eco-friendly.

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Brock Armstrong.

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Coach Kevin Don.. We naturally lose muscle loss as we age, but with resistance training and increasing our protein intake, we can reverse the process.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Jonathan Su. Dr. Jonathan Su says goodbye to Get-Fit Guy with 4 ways for getting the most out of your workout.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Jonathan Su.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Coach Kevin Don. Here, Coach Kevin runs through the different types of shoes for your training needs.

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Are you experiencing pain or discomfort in your neck, upper back, or shoulder from using your smartphone? Dr. Jonathan Su, the Get-Fit Guy, shows you simple solutions for preventing and relieving mobile device-related repetitive strain injuries.

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

In this episode, Get-Fit Guy looks at 2 pros and 2 cons of using a rowing machine.

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. What can you do if you’re just not seeing progress with your exercise routine? The principle of overload can help explain why you’ve plateaued.

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. Do you know what your genetically-determined body type is, and how it might affect your fitness journey?

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Brock Armstrong. Is there a magic number of steps to take per day to get (or stay) fit? Not really. But magical things do happen when you get more walking into your life.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy? Have no fear - we are bringing you the best episodes, from all of our previous hosts, to give you the most resounding advice from our experts over the years. You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Su, Brock Armstrong, and Coach Kevin Don. Today, hear one of our best episodes from Dr. Su. Staying motivated and consistent with exercise is one of the biggest obstacles people face on their fitness journey. But with these 2 mental tricks, you can stay motivated during even the toughest workouts.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? We've got great news! The Quick and Dirty Tips team is bringing you a special series of classic Get-Fit Guy episodes, featuring some of the best and most popular topics from multiple hosts of the show. Get ready to revisit your favorite fitness advice and discover timeless tips! This week, everyone ages, and with age comes a natural decline of physical abilities. But fitness interventions can help combat the effects of aging—as long as you pick the right exercises.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through why logging your food may be backfiring.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you an episode of our Project Parenthood podcast. On this episode, a parent reached out to Dr. Nanika Coor about their concern for their daughter’s increasing body weight, along with their fear of passing on to her the unhealthy messages about weight they learned from their own parents.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Savvy Psychologist podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson shares how walking can boost mental health by reducing stress, improving mood, and enhancing sleep. Learn why this simple activity is a powerful tool for improving well-being and building resilience.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through the best methods to add extra protein to you daily diet.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

After nearly 3 years as host of Get-Fit Guy, Kevin distills everything he’s learned into one powerful message—and opens up about what’s next in his journey.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

This week, Kevin goes off the fitness path and dives deep into philosophy, exploring how our senses—and even industries like fitness—can deceive us. From Plato and Descartes to The Matrix and Baudrillard, he explains why what you think is real might just be a well-crafted illusion. Plus, hear how you can keep connecting with Kevin after his final episode.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

In this listener Q&A episode, Kevin tackles your questions on a range of topics: his take on the Jefit workout app, whether there’s ever a right time to slow down your training, and how to adapt your workouts as you age. He breaks down what “functional training” really means and explains why strength may matter more than cardio as you get older.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

This week’s episode is a little different. Kevin shares some personal reflections, a bit of unexpected news, and what’s been on his mind lately.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

This week, Kevin explores how our evolution from quadrupeds to bipeds may be the root cause of chronic back pain. He shares his own injury experience and examines how our spine’s design, combined with modern habits like prolonged sitting, contributes to discomfort, plus tips to keep your back healthy.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

As we age, should we really be training less... or is that just a myth? In this episode, Kevin explores the science behind anabolic resistance, the age-related loss of muscle mass, and how older trainees can combat it through smart nutrition and resistance training.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

In advance of the new season, Kevin breaks down a crucial character's workout routine from The Last of Us Part 2 and explores what it takes to build real apocalypse-ready strength. From weight training to combat skills, he analyzes how a survivor would need to train to fight off zombies and endure the harsh world of The Last of Us. Plus, a look at the real-life athlete behind one of the game’s most jacked characters.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Struggling with motivation after time away from training, Kevin found his way back through powerlifting. In this episode, he breaks down the key differences between powerlifting, weightlifting, and weight training, explaining how each impacts strength, fitness, and overall health.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Is pain really a necessary part of progress in fitness? Kevin dives into the origins of the "no pain, no gain" mantra, explores the difference between DOMS and chronic injuries, and discusses why normalizing pain in training can be a dangerous mindset. He also answers a listener's question about staying motivated in the gym as we age.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Can you truly become a completely different person through fitness, or do transformations only alter your qualities while your core identity remains the same? Kevin dives into the philosophy of personal identity, the science of body transformations, and answer a listener’s question on fixing strength imbalances.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Is the salmon on your plate as healthy as you think? This week, Kevin dives into the surprising truths about farmed vs. wild salmon, misinformation in the wellness industry, and why so much of what we accept as fact is actually simulation. With social media fueling the post-truth era, it's more important than ever to question what we see, hear, and eat.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Is this common habit quietly affecting your health? In this episode, Kevin explores the surprising ways adult content consumption can impact your brain, body, and relationships... plus, what you can do if it’s becoming a problem.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

Are trap bar deadlifts a good replacement for conventional deadlifts? Kevin breaks down the biomechanics, risks, and muscle activation differences. Plus, should you drink caffeine before a workout? Discover the difference between natural and synthetic caffeine, its impact on performance, and when to time your intake for optimal results.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Finding recovery hard? Not making progress in the gym? Could it be your lifestyle and not your training?

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

Kevin tackles pseudoscience on social media, the ethics of free speech, and who’s accountable for harmful fitness claims. Hear about a shocking case of “slapping therapy” gone wrong and why critical thinking is essential in navigating misinformation.

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025

In a follow-up to last week's episode on group training, Kevin address a thoughtful listener email about the pros and cons of group training versus individualized fitness programs. He tackles key points, explores philosophical concepts, and discusses why individual goals may not align with group training environments.

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

Kickstart the new year with a critical look at group fitness training! Kevin unpacks the challenges of group training environments, from repetitive programming to technical missteps that lead to injuries. With real-life examples and insights, he discusses how to identify red flags, protect your body, and maintain your fitness intentions without falling into the trap of overtraining or poor coaching practices.

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025

Kevin dives into the concept of oil pulling, an alternative health practice that claims to improve oral health by removing toxins through swishing edible oils in the mouth. This episode critically examines the scientific evidence (or lack thereof) behind these claims, contrasting them with well-supported medical practices and offering insights into how to navigate health information responsibly.

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

Kevin Don discusses the importance of gender neutrality in the show’s title and tackles unrealistic body standards in the fashion industry. Through a conversation with a student and research insights, he highlights the need for inclusivity, balance, and self-kindness during the holiday season.

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2024

Kevin explores the concept of "exercise snacks", short bursts of high-effort movement sprinkled throughout your day. Learn the benefits, limitations, and why the path to fitness success may require more than just a quick fix.

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2024