Should men and women work out differently? Are rest days really necessary? And how did a group of 19th century German gymnastics enthusiasts transform America? Casey Johnston, author of the She’s a Beast newsletter and the new book A Physical Education, stops by to share some fitness facts that will really pump you up. Plus: The importance of strength training for cat owners.

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Should men and women work out differently? Are rest days really necessary? And how did a group of 19th century German gymnastics enthusiasts transform America? Casey Johnston, author of the She&rsquo;s a Beast newsletter and the new book A Physical Education, stops by to share some fitness facts that will really pump you up. Plus: The importance of strength training for cat owners.
Casey's links: <a href="https://www.caseyjohnston.website/">caseyjohnston.website</a> and <a href="https://www.shesabeast.co/">shesabeast.co</a>!
Got a question you&rsquo;d like us to answer? A rabbit hole you think we should explore? Send an email or voice memo to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:higeniuses@gmail.com">higeniuses@gmail.com</a>, and we might use it in an upcoming episode.
Photo via the Library of Congress. Check out our episode &ldquo;9 Page-Turning Secrets of the Library of Congress&rdquo; to learn more about this incredible institution!&nbsp;
We're on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/parttimegenius/">@parttimegenius</a> and Bluesky&nbsp;<a href="parttimegenius.bsky.social">@parttimegenius.bsky.social</a>!
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Are you a knowledge junkie who loves when facts are stranger than fiction? Do you find yourself constantly tripping down Wikipedia rabbit holes (and delighting in the journey)? Have you ever been told you ask a lot of questions? If so, congrats! You&rsquo;re one of us: a Part-Time Genius! Join Will, Mango, and the team as we scour the globe in search of obscure facts, offbeat locales, and hidden histories. Along the way, we&rsquo;ll chat with experts, play some games, get in touch with our silly side, and celebrate the fine art of staying curious.

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