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    Love Sweat Life

    Everyone struggles with relationships, health and some days, just living life. Join retired Naval officer, certified personal trainer and Engineer, TJ Hines and his wife Cory, a teacher, artist and certified nutrition coach, as they delve into the complexities of navigating life together as a fitness minded blended, interracial family. If you want to hear what love, fitness and life have in common and don't, do not miss an episode.
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    Episodes (7)

    Revolutionizing Your Fitness Journey: Debunking Fads and Cultivating Sustainable Routines

    Revolutionizing Your Fitness Journey: Debunking Fads and Cultivating Sustainable Routines

    Ready to revolutionize your fitness and nutrition journey? This episode is a treasure trove of insights, debunking fitness fads and illuminating sustainable routines. We understand that maintaining a healthy lifestyle in a world obsessed with quick fixes is a tall order. That’s why we’re arming you with the right mindset and vital tips to stay committed.

    We tackle the allure of photo editing and the misleading perfection of social media. We call out the often under-discussed dangers of extreme dieting and excessive cardio and offer advice on creating balanced routines. Gaining perspective on fitness doesn't stop there - we also delve into the importance of accountability and consistency in achieving fitness goals.

    Navigating the challenges of aging and lifestyle changes? We’ve got you covered. From hormonal changes to evolving fitness needs, we discuss how to age gracefully and maintain your fitness regimen. Finally, we explore life transitions, from the baby stage to the blissful ease of kids growing older. This episode is jam-packed with practical advice, candid discussions, and a healthy dose of motivation. Tune in for a truly transformative experience.

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    The Transformative Impact of Discipline on Fitness and Life: 10 Lessons We Have Learned

    The Transformative Impact of Discipline on Fitness and Life: 10 Lessons We Have Learned

    Discover the potent power of discipline and how it can radically transform your fitness journey and your life. Unearth the secrets of conquering inertia, even on days when motivation runs low, with us, your hosts, TJ and Cory. We're unpacking the importance of developing good habits and staying disciplined, and how these principles have shaped our own personal fitness routines and reverberated through other areas of life. We're sharing the reality of our experiences—no sugarcoating, just the raw, honest truth.

    Shoulder pain? Fatigue? Stress? Learn how these seemingly negative experiences can actually teach us to connect more deeply with our bodies. Hear from us as we discuss the importance of body-awareness, recognizing the signs of stress and fatigue, and the power of controlling your muscles for more effective workouts. On this journey, it's vital to understand your body's limits and recognize the warning signs of possible injury or illness. We're not just talking about fitness, we're talking about life.

    Consistency is the key to long-term success, whether in fitness or life. It's about the small decisions, the little steps that accumulate over time to make a big difference. We'll share how we've learned to balance discipline with patience, consistency, and self-care, and how this balance has shaped our own journeys. We'll explore how prioritization, moderation, and even understanding the consequences of our choices factor into our holistic approach to fitness and life. Join us as we break down the barriers, debunk the myths, and share our stories, epiphanies, and insights that have propelled us to where we are today.

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    Love Sweat Life
    en-usJune 30, 2023

    Cory's Favorite Workout Brands and Grocery Store Picks

    Cory's Favorite Workout Brands and Grocery Store Picks

    We both get asked a lot about our favorites, and in this episode join Cory as she shares her favorite workout clothing brands, workout shoes and food picks from stores like Costco and other grocery store chains.

    See timestamps to skip to your favorite part.

    • Favorite Clothes 2:12
    • Favorite Shoes 9:43
    • Costco Favorites 11:56
    • General Grocery Favorites 15:39

    Links to some of the brands mentioned in the podcast:
    Alo
    Vuori
    Carbon 38

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    Love Sweat Life
    en-usJune 12, 2023

    Practical Nutrition: Traveling and Social Situations

    Practical Nutrition: Traveling and Social Situations

    We all know that making smart food choices when traveling, at a party or during the holidays can be challenging. Nothing is more important than the mental benefit of enjoying yourself in a social situation or on vacation. The stress or mental anguish of obsessing over what you’re consuming is not worth it.

    Cory and TJ share their tips and methods for making smart decisions while still enjoying food and time with family and friends. In this power packed episode they cover everything from hotel, airline and car travel, to theme park vacations or work trips. How to manage everything from friend getaways to the holidays. And bonus, the tough one - alcohol. This episode is full of information you do not want to miss.

    Make sure to check the timestamps below to skip to your favorite part!

    • 5:10 How do you prepare and plan for vacation?
    • 10:24 How to survive airport travel
    • 12:30 Protein is King!
    • 15:15 What to eat when on a road trip. Remember you have options!
    • 20:42 Ask yourself, is this the best time to be worry about your nutrition?
    • 23:36 How we handle traveling with the kids and all the yummy treats
    • 26:54 What do to in social gatherings and group vacations
    • 28:02 Did you say snacks?
    • 28:30 The tricky topic of alcohol
    • 33:20 Are you in a good mindset about nutrition?
    • 34:41 Here is the cardinal rule
    • 35:42 Dinner Parties and the Holidays
    • 38:48 The final word and key takeaway

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    Love Sweat Life
    en-usMay 30, 2023

    Strength Training Over 40: Benefits, Myths and How to Get Started

    Strength Training Over 40: Benefits, Myths and How to Get Started

    This episode is not just for those over 40! Everyone can benefit from strength training. Join Cory and TJ as they talk about strength training, the benefits, some of the myths associated with strength training and how to incorporate it into your own lives - if you aren’t already. Also, for those of you over 40, listen up, they are talking directly to you! Cory and TJ also share personal stories about their own strength training journey.

    See timestamps for key points in the show.

    1:25 Statistics of weight training in the US and what that means.

    6:50 Why don’t people lift and why should you lift?

    12:33 Benefits of strength training on our metabolism as we age (women listen up!)

    15:55 Benefits of strength training for men and how they can manage their weight and health

    18:45 Trust us, you will feel the difference.

    19:33 The mental benefits of strength training and how you can find your strength within.

    25:22 Benefits of strength training for perimenopausal, menopausal or post menopausal women. And men in their 40s.

    30:15 Newbie gains! Yay.

    30:50 How to get started!

    33:47 Myths of strength training debunked.

    41:07 What should a weight lifting program look like and where to begin.
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    Love Sweat Life
    en-usMay 19, 2023

    How to Find Motivation, Commitment and Get into a Healthy Mindset

    How to Find Motivation, Commitment and Get into a Healthy Mindset

    How do you find the motivation to get fit? How do you commit to a strong nutrition plan? How do you change your mindset and create habits that last? Join TJ and Cory as they tackle these topics, share stories of their own personal journey and share tips and ideas on how to get motivated, be committed and have a mindset that will last.

    Timestamps:
    1:18: TJ's mindset approach and having a why
    3:15: Cory's motivation and how to make the goal possible
    9:32: Consistency, nutrition and baseline
    16:10: Finding support
    20:23: Midway Recap
    21:30: Mindset shift and failures
    24:45: Support, accountability and handling hatters
    35:38: How to apply this new mindset and commitment in life and going forward

    Links:
    TDEE Calculator
    Lose It App


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    Cory - Instagram | Facebook
    TJ - Instagram

    Message us on our website or social media channels with questions and let us know what topics you want us to cover!

    Find out more about Nutrition Coaching with Cory

    Let Us Introduce Ourselves and Tell You Our Why

    Let Us Introduce Ourselves and Tell You Our Why

    In this first podcast, join your hosts Cory and TJ Hines as they share a little bit about themselves, what you can look forward to in upcoming episodes and why they started the Love Sweat Life Podcast. You can look forward to new content weekly where they discuss nutrition, fitness, relationships, life with kids and more!

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    Cory - Instagram | Facebook
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    Message us on our website or social media channels with questions and let us know what topics you want us to cover!

    Find out more about Nutrition Coaching with Cory

    Love Sweat Life
    en-usMay 01, 2023