Soulfit Labs Podcast

WHAT SHOULD I EAT?! If you’ve ever been looking to lose weight, put on muscle, or improve your diet to get healthier, then you’ve no doubt ask yourself this question. Well, lucky for you we’ve got the answer! Unfortunately for you you’re going to have to listen to this podcast in order to find out... OK, fair enough we’ll share a little spoiler with you now. The truth is, there’s no one answer to this question. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t an answer for you! It all comes down to three things... 1. Your goals 2. Your macros 3. Your lifestyle In a sentence: Its all about identifying where you want to go, tracking your progress, and taking ownership of the results. This isn’t a quick fix! Such a thing doesn’t exist when it comes to your health. It’s a paradigm shift, a lifestyle change, and you’re in it for the long-haul. So give it a listen and let us know your thoughts. Hope you love it! Blessings & Health

PROTEIN....what is it good for? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING. If you are looking to lose body fat or build lean muscle, make sure you are getting enough protein to reach your fitness goals. Listen up to this podcast to learn EXACTLY how much do you need, WHY you need it, HOW to add protein to your diet, and if you are someone who should be taking a protein supplement. If you have a friend or family member who is struggling with their diet and fitness goals, please send them a link to this protein podcast! Have more questions? We would love to hear from you! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at @laura_lucas_fitness and @steven_haahr_fitness

DEFINE LOW… You’ll have to listen to find out! In this episode we talk all about FATs and CARBs. Whether you love them or hate them, chances are you’re not getting enough of one (or both) of these vital macronutrients. The good news is...its NOT YOUR FAULT! With so many conflicting messages spread around by media, popular culture, and even the FDA itself, it’s hard to know what to think. Here we explore the basic science behind how the body uses Fats and Carbs and why they are both important components that directly effect our over-all, HOLISTIC, health. We also examine how changes in the health industry have created fear and confusion centered around Fats and Carbs, whether either of these foods truly deserve the label of “Good” or “Bad”, how certain popular diets—KETO & VEGAN/VEG/PLANT BASED—might not quite be the solutions they claim, and how to set yourself up for SUCCESS when planning out your own diet, based on our PERSONAL macronutrient breakdowns. In this episode, you’ll learn: The basic science behind how the body uses both Carbs and Fats Are there really “GOOD” & “BAD” versions of these foods? Some important FACTS to be aware of if you’re considering certain popular diets that discourage or severely limit consumption of one of these macronutrients Some tips that will set you up for SUCCESS when considering how Carbs and Fats factor into your diet—With examples for both MEN and WOMEN based on what we PERSONALLY eat Learn how to choose a diet where you can enjoy FOODS you like, while meeting your body’s nutritional and calorie needs in accordance with your fitness goals. If you are looking for help with how many carbs and fats you need to reach your specific goal, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for a personal consult! Bonus: We’ll talk to you for FREE! All you have to do is send an email or DM mentioning that heard this on our podcast and you’ll get a 10 min consult! Talk soon! Instagram: @stevenhaahrfitness & @laura_lucas_fitness Email: [email protected]

What the heck is a Fit Expo and should you go to one? Learn about who and what was at the Fit Expo in LA this year…and if you’re someone who would like to attend a Fit Expo yourself (Next upcoming Expos are on August 15th in Anaheim and November 15th in San Diego). Here is a list of names and brands we mention in the podcast… Our favorite products: (1) LEGENDARY FOODS (sugar free Poptarts, nut butter desserts, and more), (2) HIIT NUTRITION www.hiitnutrition.com, (3) DOUGH IT WELL (plant protein cinnamon rolls) www.doughitwell.com, (4) SHOCOLAT (healthy plant based Nutella) www.choopoons.com (5) “PIG OUT” PORKLESS PORK RINDS (delicious vegan protein packed pork rinds) FREE SAMPLES on wed at www.pigoutrinds.com DEAL EXPIRES 2/9/20. (6) ONE PROTEIN BARS (new plant protein banana-bread bar tastes amazing! SAVE 20% NOW on Amazon or www.one1barbrands.com. Notable fitness influencers we love: EMILY HAYDEN @emilyhayden, “THE QUAD GUY” JULIAN SMITH @smith.julian, BRITTNEY CARBONE @brittneycarbone, and EDGAR BROWN FYT APP CEO @iamedgarbrown.

Today at the LA fit expo, we met Edgar Brown, Forbes featured CEO and co-founder of a new app called FYT. @iamfytapp If you are a trainer using excel sheets and google docs, LISTEN UP because we have good news! Edgar made this app easy-to-use for both clients and their trainers. Here, learn the story behind why Edgar created FYT app and how his own difficult journey led him to master his mindset on fitness. Being an ex-athlete with a debilitating injury, he discovered first hand what the fitness industry is currently missing — FYT app. We also talk about HOW Edgar UPGRADED HIS MINDSET, shifted his perspective on health, overcame cognitive dissonance, and took small steps to achieve greatness. Go check @iamedgarbrown (Forbes featured CEO & founder of @iamfytapp) Request Access to Beta Testing at the Facebook Group: FYT Community Recommended book read: “Atomic Habits” by James Clear.

In this episode you will learn all about your metabolism, how it functions, and how it relates to weight loss. How do we burn most of our calories? What can we do increase our daily calorie burn? How can we lose weight with it spending more time in the gym? What is the best type of workout for weight loss (it’s not what you think!)?