Two Studies on the Potential Power of "Exercise Priming"

On this episode of the Fitness Disrupted podcast, Tom gives you something you can try right away as he uses a couple of recent studies to tell you how exercise positively effects your state of mind, and your ability to handle tough tasks and situations. 

An Inteview with Ultra Runner Michael Wardian

Quite simply one of the world’s best ultra-runners, Michael Wardian set off on his latest adventure on Sunday, May 1, a run across the United States. He started at City Hall in San Francisco, California and will end at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, while raising money for World Vision’s clean water pro…

Fit Tip - What is Asymmetrical Training?

We all have a dominant side of our body, and because of this, everyone body is asymmetrical. And it is also important to train your weaknesses. Listen to this Fit Tip and find out how to build functional physical and mental strength with asymmetrical training. 

Actual Headline; "Healthy Lifestyle May Increase Life Expectancy"

In this episode of the Fitness Disrupted podcast, Tom reacts to an actual headline he saw that misrepresents not only the information from the study that the article is about, but also obscures a basic truth that should be universally accepted. 

Exercise and Depression - Minutes Matter

While it is true that many things in life are out of our control, it is also true that many things are in our control. And it is on these things that we should be focused! On this episode of the Fitness Disrupted podcast, Tom uses a recent study to show how our movement is connected to how we feel,…

Fit Tip - Bad Fitness Advice Part 1

On this Fit Tip, Tom uses a recent example of bad fitness advice plucked directly from his social media feed to illustrate how to spot bunk fitness information when it comes at you so that you can get the most out of your exercise and remain injury free while doing it! 

Another Grand Canyon Run

In a special travelogue edition of the Fitness Disrupted podcast, Tom takes us through his second rim-to-rim-to-rim Grand Canyon run that presented a whole new set of experiences and challenges. Listen to his journey and takeaway some tips on how to deal with adversity on your terms; and yes, even …

So You Want a Career in Fitness: Part 1

If you are looking for a career in the fitness industry, and need some advice on where to start, check out this episode of the Fitness Disrupted podcast as Tom talks about how to do it on your terms and be successful doing it! 

Fit Tip - Why You Need a Misogi

In this Fit Tip, Tom talks about Misogi, and ancient Japanese Shinto ritual of self-purification and the how applying this mindset to your life can help lead you to spiritual, physical and emotional fulfillment. 

Music and Quality of Life

On this episode of the Fitness Disrupted podcast, Tom uses a recent study to talk about how music can have a positive effect on our exercise and to illustrate the broader concept of how we should find and use the things that give us enjoyment in life to motivate us to get the most out of our activi…