The Fitness Beginner Podcast

What if strength training wasn't just about looking better, but about building a healthier body for the future?In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, I'm joined by Estela Nascimento, founder of ByEla, to talk about strength training, women's health, aging, and the importance of building healthy habits before you need them.After undergoing spinal fusion surgery at just 15 years old, Estela learned early on why building and maintaining muscle matters. Later, watching her mother go through early menopause with little guidance inspired her to create ByEla, a company focused on helping women better understand their bodies and take a proactive approach to their health.In this conversation, we discuss:Why strength training is about more than building muscle or changing how you lookHow lifting weights can support long-term health as you ageWhat women should know about perimenopause and menopauseWhy muscle maintenance, protein, and nutrition matterHow beginners can build sustainable fitness habitsWhy you should invest in your future health before problems ariseEstela's journey from corporate law and accounting to building her own businessWhether you're new to fitness, approaching midlife, or simply want to stay strong and healthy as you get older, this episode will help you rethink the purpose of exercise and take steps toward a healthier future.Connect with Estela and ByEla:Website: https://www.byela.comInstagram: @byelahealthIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The Fitness Beginner Podcast for more practical advice on fitness, nutrition, mindset, and building healthy habits that last.

Is training to failure necessary to build muscle, or could it be hurting your progress? In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we break down the benefits and potential downsides of training to failure, including muscle growth, fatigue, recovery, and injury risk. Learn how close you should train to failure, which exercises are best suited for it, and how to train smarter to build muscle and get better results. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced lifter, this episode will help you get more out of your workouts!#TrainingToFailure #BuildMuscle #FitnessTips #MuscleGrowth #BeginnerFitness

Are you always in a hurry to reach your goals? In this episode, we talk about why slowing down can improve your fitness journey and your everyday life. Learn how to stop chasing quick results, appreciate small wins, avoid burnout, and focus on enjoying the process instead of rushing toward the destination. Remember, you don't have to accomplish everything today to build a better future. Stay consistent, trust the process, and enjoy the journey!

WEBSITE: https://vinnietortorich.com/about-vinnie-tortorich/BOOK: https://link.amazon/B0edXr3OrPODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/fitness-confidential/id521811037How can you lose weight, beat sugar cravings, and build healthier habits that last? On this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, I'm joined by Vinnie Tortorich, celebrity fitness trainer, two-time cancer survivor, bestselling author, and creator of the NSNG® (No Sugar No Grains) lifestyle.We discuss sugar cravings, metabolic health, nutrition myths, why traditional weight-loss advice can fall short, and how beginners can make sustainable changes to their diet and fitness routine. Vinnie also shares lessons from his decades in the fitness industry.Whether you're starting your fitness journey or struggling to stay consistent, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you take the next step toward better health.

What if improving your life isn't about doing more, but about cutting out the things that are holding you back? In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we discuss how to eliminate distractions, break bad habits, set boundaries, stop comparing yourself to others, and focus on what truly matters. Learn how to take control of your time, build better habits, and make room for the health, relationships, and goals that add real value to your life.

What does it actually take to get in great shape—and stay there?In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, I sit down with online fitness coach and former competitive CrossFit athlete Kyle Bernier to talk about training, nutrition, mindset, consistency, injuries, recovery, and what it really takes to build a healthy lifestyle.Kyle shares lessons from years of competing at a high level and explains how his experiences as an athlete have shaped the way he coaches everyday people today.We talk about why people struggle to stay consistent, how to train smarter instead of simply training harder, how online personal training works, common fitness mistakes, nutrition, recovery, and how busy people can make fitness fit into their lives.Whether you're brand new to fitness, trying to lose weight, getting back into the gym, or simply looking for a better approach to training, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can use.🎙️ Topics covered:• Online personal training• Building consistency• Beginner fitness• Strength training• Fat loss• Nutrition• Recovery and sleep• Injuries• Mindset• Training smarter• Staying fit with a busy scheduleFollow Kyle: @StrainForwardFitnessSubscribe to The Fitness Beginner Podcast for more practical fitness advice, interviews, and strategies designed to help beginners get results and build fitness habits that last.WORK WITH ME / RESOURCESMy favorite fitness gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/murphymcfit/list/AULA3CO4SGH4?ref_=aipsflist Supplements I use/recommend: https://www.amazon.com/shop/murphymcfit/list/15I5TD0NAIQLH?ref_=aipsflist Books & resources: https://www.amazon.com/shop/murphymcfit/list/39XRJ9P1I9MVI?ref_=aipsflist Workout Program: https://murphymccammon.kit.com/098a31ddad FOLLOW / CONNECTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murphymccammon/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MurphyMcCammon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@murphymccammonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/murphymccammon/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/@murphymcfit Website: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thefitnessbeginner/ Newsletter: https://murphymccammon.kit.com/51feb89b28 SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe/follow the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who would find it useful. It helps more people discover the show!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURESome of the links above are affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of these links, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consider your individual circumstances and consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your exercise, nutrition, or health routine.

WEBSITE: https://shop.longevityplan.ai?utm_source=MURPHYREFERRAL CODE: MURPHYWhat if your wearable data, biomarkers, training, recovery, and even AI could work together to give you a clearer picture of your health and performance?In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, I sit down with Tony Medrano, CEO and Co-Founder of LongevityPlan.AI, to talk about AI, longevity, recovery, biological age, wearable data, and peptides.Tony has completed three full Ironman triathlons, served as a U.S. Navy officer, built multiple AI companies, and worked with organizations across professional sports, government, and healthcare.We break down what actually matters when it comes to tracking your health, why more data isn't always better, how AI could change the way we approach fitness and longevity, and how to separate legitimate peptide science from the hype you see online.If you're interested in improving your health, fitness, recovery, and performance—especially as you get older—this episode is packed with practical takeaways.Subscribe to The Fitness Beginner Podcast for more conversations and advice on fitness, health, mindset, and building habits that last.

Are you tired from training, or do you actually need a break? In this episode, we break down the difference between taking a deload week and taking complete rest from training. I’ll explain the signs that it’s time to reduce your training, how to properly structure a deload, when you should stop training altogether, and how to return to training without immediately overdoing it. Sometimes the smartest thing you can do for your progress is take a step back.

My first ever Backyard Ultra did NOT go the way I expected. After months of training with the goal of reaching 100 miles, I quickly learned that this race was far more difficult than I anticipated. The technical trails, elevation, rocks, roots, and nonstop mental battle humbled me in a big way.In this episode, I break down my race experience, what went wrong, what I learned, and the biggest lessons I’m taking into my next challenge. If you’re training for a race, fitness goal, or any big challenge, there’s a lot to learn from getting humbled.Sometimes the biggest lessons come from the experiences that don't go according to plan.

Big goals require more than just showing up on the big day. Whether you're training for a marathon, triathlon, bodybuilding show, trying to lose weight, or preparing for a major life event like a wedding, how you prepare can make all the difference. In this episode, we break down how to properly "prep" for a big event—setting clear goals, working backwards, building habits, practicing beforehand, preparing for setbacks, managing recovery, and making sure you're physically and mentally ready when the big day arrives.