• 34. Fitness Tips For Gym Beginners
    Nov 29 2023

    Enjoy Episode #34: Fitness Tips For Gym Beginners

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    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    01:35 Finding A Good Gym Space
    08:20 Nutrition Basics
    13:17 The Importance Of Sleeping Well And Properly
    14:21 Suggestions For Someone That's New At The Gym
    20:04 Have A Big Enough Reason To Keep Going To The Gym
    29:29 The Meaning Of Being Sore After Training
    36:37 Some Of The Recommended Gear And Final Comments

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    44 mins
  • 33. The Do's and Don'ts of Gym Etiquette
    Nov 15 2023

    Gyms can be crowded, chaotic, and a bit intimidating. The last thing you want to do is to be *that* person who doesn't know the basic courtesies and rules to follow. This week on the Live Big, Lift Big podcast we're saving you from the embarrassment of learning the hard way when it comes to behaving in the gym so you can train like a pro. 

    Enjoy Episode #34: The Do's and Don'ts of Gym Etiquette

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    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    01:32 Approaching Gym Etiquette
    05:25 Don't Interrupt Training With Talking
    05:52 Don't Try To Coach Other People If You're Not The Coach
    08:41 Take Care Of Your Space At The Gym
    10:46 Choosing Appropriate Weight
    12:34 Different Kinds Of Gyms
    14:38 Choosing The Right Moment To Talk To People
    19:30 Respect People Who Are Around You While You're Filming
    21:23 Being Conscious Of Others' Personal Space
    24:57 Final Thoughts

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    30 mins
  • 32. How To Navigate The Holidays
    Nov 1 2023

    If you struggle with balancing holiday fun with your long-term nutrition, fitness and health goals, this week on the Live Big Lift Big podcast we’ll be dropping the ultimate guide on how to have your healthiest and best holiday season ever.

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    https://www.alexmaclin.com/holidayguide

    Enjoy Episode #32: How To Navigate The Holidays

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    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    02:41 What Alex Is Doing For Xmas And Thanksgiving
    03:54 Getting A Good Mind Set For Your Holidays
    07:22 Practicing Boundaries Vs Restriction
    15:44 Get Some Flexibility In Your Plan
    21:21 3 Steps To Approach Holidays
    24:21 Step 2, Defining What Success Looks Like
    25:37 Step 3, Making A Plan
    31:18 General Nutrition Habits
    39:04 Get Enough Sleep
    41:24 Take Some Time To Relax

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    47 mins
  • 31. Workout Tips If You’re Short on Time
    Oct 18 2023

    Holiday season is just around the corner, so this week on LBLB, we're sharing tips and tricks on how to make the most out of your workout time and still “get it in” when life is busy (and you’re short on time).

    Enjoy Episode #31: Workout Tips If You’re Short on Time

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    LCK - https://lauriechristineking.com/
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    23 mins
  • 30. Tips on Getting a Bigger Booty & A Nicer Butt w/ Bryan Boorstein
    Oct 4 2023

    This week on the Live Big Lift Big podcast, Bryan Boorstein joins us to share all the bootylicious deets on how to build a phat dumpy, why regular glute training is super important (and not JUST for looks), common mistakes when glute training, and more. 

    New Booty/Shoulder Specialty Cycles arrive Monday October 9th to Paragon Training Methods. Click here to join!

    Enjoy Episode #30:  Tips on Getting a Bigger Booty & a Nicer Butt w/ Bryan Boorstein

    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    00:57 New Paragon Cycles Beginning Oct 9 = Glutes/Shoulders
    06:07 Glute Anatomy
    12:33 Benefits Of Glute Training
    20:12 Bryan's Favorite Glute Training Movements
    22:34 Setup To Targeting More Glutes When Lifting
    36:21 Common Mistakes of Glute Training
    39:34 Nutrition for Bigger Glutes
    42:53 Glute Wars On Social Media
    49:58 Bryan's Glute Training Tips
    58:31 Gym Accessories Helpful for Glute Work
    01:04:50 Final Comments

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 29. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Why You Should Try It
    Sep 20 2023

    This week on the Live Big Lift Big podcast, we're talking all things Jiu Jitsu. We cover why everyone loves it so much, how to find a good gym, tips for beginners, why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is especially great for women, how strength training is the cheat code for being good on the mat, nutrition tips, and so much more.

    Enjoy Episode #29: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Why You Should Try It

    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    00:45 Why Do People Love Jiu Jitsu? What Is It?
    03:51 What Are The Benefits Of Jiu Jitsu?
    06:34 How Much Time Do You Need To Become A Blackbelt
    07:34 Alex's Issue With Jiu Jitsu
    09:51 Finding Accurate Jiu Jitsu Schools
    13:08 Preparing Your First Jiu Jitsu Class
    16:30 How Long Is The Average Class?
    19:16 More Tips For Beginners
    21:45 Alex's Favorite References
    24:21 Strength Training Tips
    25:38 Nutrition Tips
    29:12 Final Comments

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    32 mins
  • 28. Lifting Gear & Gym Accessories We Love
    Sep 6 2023

    This week on LBLB, we're sharing our favorite go-to brands when it comes to lifting belts, weightlifting shoes, lifting straps, headphones, workout apparel, and more. Similar to our fitness gadgets and wearables episode, these are unsponsored opinions, aka brands we've purchased with our own monies (:

    Enjoy Episode #28: Fitness Gear & Gym Accessories We Love

    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    01:03 Why & When Someone Should Wear A Lifting Belt
    06:00 Are Weight Lifting Shoes Worth It?
    11:14 Lifting Straps Can Limit Grip Strength
    13:54 Different Ways To Work Grip Strength
    17:15 Versa Gripps
    18:25 The Best Workout Headphones
    20:26 The Best Bench That Money Can Buy
    24:00 Squat Edges
    29:00 The Shoes We Love For Lifting
    30:04 Alex's Favorite Workout Shorts
    31:10 Sport Bras
    32:05 LCK's Shorts & Leggings Preference


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    36 mins
  • 27. Fitness Gadgets, Wearables, & Apps We Love!
    Jul 26 2023

    This week on the Live Big, Lift Big podcast, we're giving our unbiased, totally unsponsored thoughts and opinions on some of the more popular fitness gadgets, smartwatches, wearables and apps that are on the market today.

    Enjoy Episode #27  Fitness Gadgets, Wearables, & Apps We Love!

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    Timestamps
    00:00 Intro
    02:07 Smartwatch Comparison
    10:28 The Accuracy Of Smart Watches
    14:18 Smart Watch Prices
    16:18 Whoop Smart Watches
    23:22 Clients Experience With Whoop Watches
    29:52 Oura Ring
    37:47 Recovery Massage Guns
    39:02 Cooling Mattress
    42:24 Favorite Smartphones Apps
    50:30 Final Comments

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    53 mins