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The Fitness Beginner Podcast

The Fitness Beginner Podcast

By Murphy McCammon

On The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all things fitness focusing mainly on helping people begin their fitness journey.
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Ep.93 - Troubleshooting Obstacles in your Fitness Journey

The Fitness Beginner PodcastApr 30, 2024

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Ep.93 - Troubleshooting Obstacles in your Fitness Journey

Ep.93 - Troubleshooting Obstacles in your Fitness Journey

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are going over how to troubleshoot challenges when they come up in your fitness journey because they will... It's only a matter of time. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Apr 30, 202428:29
Ep.92 - Staying Motivated

Ep.92 - Staying Motivated

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are going over the importance of staying motivated and we are going to give you some tips and strategies of how to actually stay motivated in your fitness journey. We do this by celebrating achievements and milestones and by exploring new activities to keep things interesting. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Apr 23, 202426:28
Ep.91 - Seeking Support in your Fitness Journey

Ep.91 - Seeking Support in your Fitness Journey

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are going over the importance of Seeking Support from those around you to help you hit your goals in your fitness journey. We do this by connecting with a fitness community or partner and/or seeking guidance from fitness professionals if needed. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Apr 16, 202434:37
Ep.90 - Rest & Recovery

Ep.90 - Rest & Recovery

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are going over the importance of Rest and Recovery and the crucial role it plays in your fitness journey. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Apr 09, 202430:57
Ep.89 - Monitoring Progress

Ep.89 - Monitoring Progress

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are going over the importance of monitoring your progress. We do this by tracking physical improvements and adjusting goals and workout routine based on progress. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Apr 02, 202435:34
Ep.88 - Building Consistency

Ep.88 - Building Consistency

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are developing the habit of consistency. We do this by establishing a routine and sticking to it and also overcoming obstacles and staying motivated. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Mar 26, 202429:17
Ep.87 - Nutrition & Hydration

Ep.87 - Nutrition & Hydration

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are developing a better understanding of the role of nutrition in fitness, we are going to plan a balanced diet and go over the importance of staying hydrated each and every day. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Mar 19, 202424:22
Ep.86 - Creating a Workout Plan

Ep.86 - Creating a Workout Plan

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are covering the importance of creating a workout plan that is right for YOU. We are going to design a balanced workout routine (incorporating cardio, strength, and flexibility) and set a realistic schedule and duration for workouts. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Mar 12, 202431:26
Ep.85 - Bonus Episode with CEO Jason Criddle

Ep.85 - Bonus Episode with CEO Jason Criddle

Jason is a Father, investor, weight-loss expert, International Best-Selling author, endurance and strongman competitor, and founder of SmartrCommerceSmartrHoldingsSmartrMarketing, and Jason Criddle and Associates. Jason builds successful on and offline sales processes and investment and insurance infrastructure for companies making $100k or more a month in sales. Specializing in top tier performance, his brands, writing, and education have helped entrepreneurs and companies sell and build more than an estimated $2-billion dollars worth of products, services and infrastructure.

Mar 09, 202444:25
Ep.84 - Choosing the Right Activities For You

Ep.84 - Choosing the Right Activities For You

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free eBook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are covering the importance of choosing the right activities for you and your goals, and finding activities that align with personal interests and preferences Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!
Mar 05, 202420:39
Ep.83 - Assessing Your Current Fitness Level

Ep.83 - Assessing Your Current Fitness Level

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free Ebook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are covering the importance of assessing your current fitness levels and also having a healthcare professional assess your overall health to ensure a fitness journey is right for you. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!

Feb 27, 202418:20
Ep.82 - The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Fitness - Setting Goals

Ep.82 - The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Fitness - Setting Goals

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we continue to go over my Brand New Free Ebook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." In this week's episode, we are covering the importance of setting goals and a framework for you to use to help set better more achievable goals. Tune in each week, for tons of value as we continue the series!


Download my FREE Ebook: "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness" https://murphymcfit.ck.page/beginnersguide

Feb 20, 202424:44
Ep.81 - The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness - Introduction

Ep.81 - The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness - Introduction

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we go over the introduction to my Brand New Free Ebook "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness." We cover a brief overview of the importance of fitness and some personal motivation tactics that will help you stick to your fitness goals! Tune in each week, as we continue this series to get loads of value!


Download my FREE Ebook: "The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Fitness" https://murphymcfit.ck.page/beginnersguide

Feb 13, 202427:11
Ep.80 - Top 10 Fitness Trends in 2024

Ep.80 - Top 10 Fitness Trends in 2024

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we go over the top ten fitness trends that are trending as of the beginning of 2024. Are these trends a good or bad thing? Do they actually work? Will they work for you? Should you try them out, or stay away from them? We answer all these questions in today's podcast!

Feb 06, 202432:36
Ep.79 - Unpopular Opinion: STOP putting your kids FIRST

Ep.79 - Unpopular Opinion: STOP putting your kids FIRST

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about a controversial topic... putting your kids first before anything else. The world has taught us to put our kids first in absolutely everything that we do... but I wholeheartedly DISAGREE. Listen to find out who should be #1 in your life!

Jan 30, 202415:01
Ep.78 - Cameron Haines - Founder of Mobile Body Scans

Ep.78 - Cameron Haines - Founder of Mobile Body Scans

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we got the privilege of interviewing Mr. Cameron Haines. Cameron Haines is an entrepreneur driven by a genuine commitment to delivering value to customers. He possesses a fervent dedication to enhancing the customer experience within his businesses and fostering the growth of client services across the businesses he collaborates with, leveraging MFR Group's offerings.

Jan 23, 202444:31
Ep.77 - Sifu Slim - Author/Speaker/Coach

Ep.77 - Sifu Slim - Author/Speaker/Coach

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we get the privilege of interviewing Mr. Sifu Slim. He is the author of Sedentary Nation and The Aging Athlete. As a writer, Sifu is an expert on sedentary living. His program of maintenance fitness, proper diet, and downtime is the perfect antidote for the sedentary, over programmed world.

Jan 16, 202456:25
Ep.76 - Top 10 Leg Exercises to Build Muscle

Ep.76 - Top 10 Leg Exercises to Build Muscle

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast we go over the top 10 BEST Leg Exercises for building muscle... in my opinion! Give it a listen so you know what exercises you should be doing in your next lifting session!

Jan 09, 202424:04
Ep.75 - Mind Over Matter: Unlocking the Power of a Positive Mindset for Physical Growth

Ep.75 - Mind Over Matter: Unlocking the Power of a Positive Mindset for Physical Growth

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the relationship between a healthy mindset and a physically healthy body. We teach you how to unlock the power of a positive mindset in order to achieve physical growth!

Jan 02, 202417:04
Ep.74 - New Years Resolutions

Ep.74 - New Years Resolutions

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the BEST time of the year for smashing your goals! That's right, New Year's Day is upon us so in this episode we talk about all things New Year's Resolutions!
Dec 26, 202328:52
Ep.73 - Navigating your Fitness Journey through the Holiday Season: Finding Balance and Joy

Ep.73 - Navigating your Fitness Journey through the Holiday Season: Finding Balance and Joy

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about how to navigate your fitness journey during the holiday season to optimize your fitness results while at the same time still being able to enjoy yourself during the holidays!
Dec 19, 202320:44
Ep.72 - Best Fitness Gift Ideas in 2023

Ep.72 - Best Fitness Gift Ideas in 2023

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the best fitness gift ideas to buy a special someone or even yourself during the Holidays in 2023!
Dec 11, 202329:33
Ep.71 - Fitness Lingo 101: Decoding Gym Slang for Beginners

Ep.71 - Fitness Lingo 101: Decoding Gym Slang for Beginners

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about Fitness Lingo that ALL beginners need to learn to help them feel more educated in the gym!

Dec 05, 202321:04
Ep.70 - Top 10 Diet Hacks

Ep.70 - Top 10 Diet Hacks

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about my top 10 diet hacks to help you hit your fitness goals when it comes to losing weight and/or building muscle, whatever that may look like for you!

Nov 28, 202319:49
Ep. 69 - If you’re brand new to fitness - START HERE

Ep. 69 - If you’re brand new to fitness - START HERE

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about how to get started on your fitness journey if you are BRAND NEW to fitness and have no clue where to even begin. We give you some guidelines and questions to ask yourself to help set you up for a successful and enjoyable fitness journey.
Nov 21, 202326:25
Ep.68 - Plant Based? Yay or Nay?

Ep.68 - Plant Based? Yay or Nay?

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about reasons why you should and should not go vegan/vegetarian when it comes to losing weight and/or building muscle in your fitness journey!
Nov 14, 202317:26
Ep.67 - My IRONMAN Experience - Ironman Florida 2023

Ep.67 - My IRONMAN Experience - Ironman Florida 2023

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about my first ever IRONMAN Experience for a little motivation to push you and get you started on your next "Race" whether that be a 5K, a marathon, an Ironman, or just simply beginning a workout routine!

Nov 07, 202341:01
Ep.66 - The Power of Affirmations

Ep.66 - The Power of Affirmations

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the significance of using affirmations and how you can use them to help you hit your fitness goals!
Oct 31, 202317:50
Ep.65 - Top 10 Arm Exercises

Ep.65 - Top 10 Arm Exercises

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the top 10 arm exercises to perform in the gym that will give you the best GAINS!! (In My Opinion)
Oct 24, 202325:22
Ep.64 - You NEED to be more Selfish

Ep.64 - You NEED to be more Selfish

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about being more selfish and how it can help you achieve your fitness goals and be more healthy overall.
Oct 21, 202321:05
Ep.63 - How My Fitness Journey Impacted My Life

Ep.63 - How My Fitness Journey Impacted My Life

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about how starting a fitness journey has been the best decision of my life! We talk about how my fitness journey has changed and impacted my life for the better and why you should start one too!
Oct 12, 202323:24
Ep.62 - Common Beginner Fitness Problems and how to overcome them!

Ep.62 - Common Beginner Fitness Problems and how to overcome them!

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about several common problems people face when first starting their fitness journey. Listen for some good tips and tricks to help overcome these obstacles.
Oct 08, 202321:01
Ep.61 - How to get back on track after taking a break from fitness!

Ep.61 - How to get back on track after taking a break from fitness!

In this episode, we go over tips, tricks, and strategies to use to help you get back on track with your fitness journey after taking a break from fitness or going on a vacation!
Oct 03, 202321:24
Ep.60 - Staying Fit on Vacation: Your Ultimate Guide

Ep.60 - Staying Fit on Vacation: Your Ultimate Guide

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, We talk about how to stick to your fitness goals and your diet when you are traveling for work or you are on vacation!
Sep 19, 202318:43
Ep.59 - Endurance Training 101

Ep.59 - Endurance Training 101

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about understanding the basics of endurance training.
Sep 12, 202320:55
Ep.58 - “Fats” for Beginners

Ep.58 - “Fats” for Beginners

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the macronutrient "Fats" from a beginner's perspective. We teach you what a "fat" is, what they do, and why you need them!
Sep 05, 202315:57
Ep.57 - The BENEFITS of a Fitness Journey

Ep.57 - The BENEFITS of a Fitness Journey

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all the physical and mental benefits of a fitness journey and why you should start one!

Sep 01, 202319:04
Ep.56 - *Special Guest interview with Jason Curtis

Ep.56 - *Special Guest interview with Jason Curtis

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, I got the privilege of interviewing Jason Curtis. He is a best selling author with over 20 books published, gym owner, strength and conditioning coach, and ex-army physical training instructor. Jason’s newest adventure is creating a race called The Deadly Dozen. Listen to the episode to find out all the details about his new race!
Aug 29, 202301:19:52
Ep.55 - Carbohydrates “Carbs” For Beginners

Ep.55 - Carbohydrates “Carbs” For Beginners

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all things "CARBS." What they are, why we need or don't need them, who should eat them, who should not eat them, etc. Give this episode a listen if you would like to freshen up your knowledge about carbohydrates!
Aug 22, 202315:37
Ep.54 - Open Chain vs. Closed Chain Movements

Ep.54 - Open Chain vs. Closed Chain Movements

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about Open-Chain movements compared to Closed-Chain movements when it comes to fitness and working out!
Aug 15, 202321:37
Ep.53 - The PROPER way to apply Progressive Overload

Ep.53 - The PROPER way to apply Progressive Overload

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the proper way to go about applying progressive overload in your fitness routine to hit your goals whether that be to get stringer, lose weight, improve cardiovascular strength, etc.

Aug 08, 202328:27
Ep.52 - *Special Guest* - All things Supplements with Nicholas Drinkard

Ep.52 - *Special Guest* - All things Supplements with Nicholas Drinkard

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all things supplements with a special guest Nicholas Drinkard. He is the ower of a local supplement store in Saraland, Al and he is here to spread the word about health and fitness!

Aug 03, 202301:17:31
Ep.51 - Should you track your calories to hit your fitness goals?

Ep.51 - Should you track your calories to hit your fitness goals?

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about how counting your calories may or may not help you achieve your fitness goals and if you should track your calories or not depending on what type of person you are!
Jul 25, 202324:53
Ep.50 - How to use A.I. to hit your fitness GOALS!

Ep.50 - How to use A.I. to hit your fitness GOALS!

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about how you can use artificial intelligence to help you hit your fitness goals!
Jul 20, 202325:45
Ep.49 - Why you SHOULD be taking ice baths!

Ep.49 - Why you SHOULD be taking ice baths!

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the Pros & Cons of taking ice baths and who should or should not do them.
Jul 14, 202318:32
Ep.48 - Zone 2 Training for Beginners

Ep.48 - Zone 2 Training for Beginners

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about what "Zone 2" training is and how beginners can use/benefit from it.
Jul 05, 202317:01
Ep.47 - A day in the life of a “FIT” person!

Ep.47 - A day in the life of a “FIT” person!

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we go through what a typical day looks like for a person we would consider "Fit" to help give you a good idea of what your day should look like if your goal is to get in shape!
Jun 27, 202326:34
Ep.46 - The BEST workout you’ve never done!

Ep.46 - The BEST workout you’ve never done!

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all things Swimming for Beginners!
Jun 20, 202322:02
Ep.45 - Apps that can help you ACHIEVE your Fitness GOALS

Ep.45 - Apps that can help you ACHIEVE your Fitness GOALS

In this episode of The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about all the different types of apps available to help you achieve your fitness goals!
Jun 13, 202321:24
Ep. 44 - Should you train to FAILURE??

Ep. 44 - Should you train to FAILURE??

In this episode of, The Fitness Beginner Podcast, we talk about the controversial topic of training until failure. We go over who should do it, who shouldn't do it, when to do it, and when not to do it! This way you will know when and when not to train to failure in the gym!
Jun 06, 202318:40