Best Jason And Lauren Pak Podcasts (2024)

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Cheese and Crackers (and the evolution of Lauren's relationship with food) 41:02

8M ago41:02

41:02

Today's episode is all about cheese and crackers! At least that's how the conversation started - and from there it grew into a raw and open discussion around the evolution of Lauren's relationship with food and eating. While the episode is about food and eating, there will be no diet talk or advice about how *you* should approach food and eating. I…

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Getting Started with Barbells - Part Three: Deadlifts 44:54

8M ago44:54

44:54

It's part THREE of our 3-part getting started with barbells series! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell deadlift! We get into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the deadlift by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frustration and need for a ton …

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Getting Started with Barbells - Part Two: Bench Press 52:49

9M ago52:49

52:49

Today we're finally back to our 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell bench press! We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with the bench press by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frust…

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Introducing Pursuit:Mobility! 38:25

9M ago38:25

38:25

It's finally here! We've been teasing our biggest project of the year for a few months now, and we're so excited to finally release our new mobility program, Pursuit:Mobility! Pursuit:Mobility is a 6-week progressive routine that consists of daily 5-minute mobility sessions. This program is the ultimate mobility solution for anyone leading a full a…

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Q&A with Special Guests Marcus Filly and Dre Mayes! 1:05:04

9M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Today after we catch you up on where we've been the last month (sorry about that!), we have two VERY special guests in the house! Marcus Filly and Dre Mayes joined us in our studio for our first ever 4-person interview! We kicked things off Q&A style, but it quickly became an easy flowing conversation amongst friends. We know you're going to enjoy …

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Getting Started with Barbells - Part One: Squats 52:56

10M ago52:56

52:56

Today we're kicking off a 3-part series on getting started with barbell training! This episode is all about how to progress to the barbell back squat. We got into a ton of detail on how you can set yourself up for success with barbell squats by following a simple but effective progression. Our goal with this series is to eliminate the frustration a…

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Q&A: Do we follow our own program? Are group classes worth it? How do you manage asymmetries? and more! 47:43

10M ago47:43

47:43

Today's Q&A episode goes from lighthearted to vulnerable to educational - we cover it all, and we hope you enjoy the variety of topics in this one! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasonandlaurenpak TikTok: @jasonandlaurenpak Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code JLPAK10 for 10% off your …

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Hope Not Nope: A Better Way to Approach Pain and Injuries with Dr. Dillon Caswell 53:11

11M ago53:11

53:11

Today's episode features special guest, Dr. Dillon Caswell! Dillon is a sought-out enthusiastic clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy with expertise and a Board Speciality Certification in Sports working with a range of everyday to elite professional athletes. He desires to empower and educate the next generation by cutting through the biased lies su…

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Running Slow AF with Martinus Evans 31:40

11M ago31:40

31:40

Today's guest is Martinus Evans, author of, The Slow AF Run Club: The ultimate guide for anybody who wants to run. Today we spoke with him about strategies to start running in the body you're in right now, and how to shift your mindset and embrace running at a slower pace in order to get yourself moving! Martinus is doing amazing things for the run…

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The Prehab Podcast: Making Fitness Approachable and Welcoming with Jason and Lauren Pak 38:52

11M ago38:52

38:52

In today's episode we are sharing an interview we did for The Prehab Podcast with Dillon Caswell! In the interview we discuss strategies to make fitness approachable for everyone, tips to take care of yourself during hectic times or busy schedules, things to think about when posting to social media as a health & fitness professional, and how we han…

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Beginner Lifting Questions You're Afraid to Ask! 47:51

11M ago47:51

47:51

Today's Q&A episode is specifically geared toward beginner lifters! We tackled some of the questions that you've been "afraid to ask" and we really hope this is helpful for anyone who might be newer to lifting! With that said, we think even folks who have more experience in the gym will still get a lot out of it, so we hope you all enjoy this one! …

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The Ultimate Guide to 1RMs and Maxing Out 57:05

12M ago57:05

57:05

Today we're going over the what, why, when, and how of maxing out! There are several reasons you might want to test out your one rep max on main lifts such as squat, bench, deadlift, military press, hip thrust, etc. In this episode we discuss the benefits, outline strategies to effectively work toward a max out, and explain exactly how to approach …

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The Definitive Guide to RPE 38:52

12M ago38:52

38:52

Today we're taking you through one of the more confusing parts of following a structured workout program: how to choose your weights! Some programs (like RISE) use RPE, some use RIR, and some use percentages, but the reality is none of these systems are perfect, and there are pros and cons to all of them. Today we deep dive into how to use RPE (rat…

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Tips for the "Aging Athlete" (and really, all athletes!) 46:38

1y ago46:38

46:38

In today's episode we're taking you through the most important training considerations as an athlete, especially in the post-college years! This one will be so helpful for folks who are wanting to continue participating in the sports they love for many years to come! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order…

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Fitness Is More Than Just Building Muscle! Our Thoughts On "Optimization" Culture 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

We're seeing a trend in fitness right now where some coaches and trainers are bashing certain exercises because they're not "optimal" for muscle growth. In today's episode we discuss how this is a reductionist view of fitness and really minimizes it down to just aesthetics without seeing the bigger picture. We also share how we actually do enjoy a …

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5 Lifting Tips You Probably Don't Know, But Will Instantly Boost Your Gains! 44:14

1y ago44:14

44:14

We talk a lot about progressive overload and long-term strategies for making improvements in the gym, but today we're going over some tips that will instantly boost your gains just by implementing them in the moment! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics: Use code PAK20 for 20% off your…

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Deconstructing the Fitness Industry Complex with Justice Roe Williams 40:18

1y ago40:18

40:18

In today's episode we interview our long time friend and colleague, Justice Roe Williams! Justice is a certified personal trainer, founder of the Queer Gym Pop Up, Executive Director of Fitness4AllBodies, and most recently, co-editor of his upcoming anthology, Deconstructing the Fitness Industrial Complex: How to Resist, Disrupt, and Reclaim What I…

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How to redirect focus away from weight loss, how to work out on a tight schedule, and whether or not fasted workouts are okay! 34:41

1y ago34:41

34:41

Today we have another Q&A episode for you and we really loved diving into these three topics! We hope you enjoy this one :) Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics: Use code PAK20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty points for subsequent orders (equivalent of 10% cash back) Fr…

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Sarah Gilman (on the intersection of physical and mental health) 49:33

1y ago49:33

49:33

We have a very special guest for today's episode: Hollywood actor and mental health advocate, Sarah Gilman! Sarah became well-known for her role as Delia in the Disney Channel series "I Didn't Do It," and she currently plays Penny on CSI: Las Vegas. Not only has Sarah made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, but she is also a passiona…

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Alleviating Desk Job Ailments, Our Top Supplements, Dealing With Aches, Pains, and Injuries, And When To Use A Weight Belt 40:20

1y ago40:20

40:20

Today we have a Q&A episode for you where we answer some of your frequently asked questions! We hope you enjoy these topics and if you'd like to hear more Q&A style episodes, let us know on our Instagram page @reasonablyfit! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athletics: Use code PAK20 for 20% …

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Meal Prep "lite": Tips For Planning and Prepping That Still Allow For Flexibility 31:43

1y ago31:43

31:43

Whenever we hear meal prep we think about stacks of Tupperware with meticulously calculated portions and it makes us want to run in the other direction. But we realized that there are components of meal prepping that are actually very helpful in maintaining not only an overall healthy diet, but a healthy relationship with food at the same time, and…

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Is There More To Glute Training Than Just Aesthetics? 29:56

1y ago29:56

29:56

Let's talk about GLUTES! Training for bigger glutes is one of the most common goals we're seeing right now, but are aesthetics the only reason to train your glutes? And are there any downsides to training your glutes for aesthetics? We discuss it all in today's episode! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your or…

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Why You Should Train Like An Athlete! 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

Today we talk about how training like an athlete can be extremely beneficial for the general population. We go over what training like an athlete means, what a workout would look like, and how you can incorporate the principles into your fitness routine! Links and Codes: RISE Program Vivo Barefoot: Use code PAK10 for 10% off your order! Legion Athl…

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How To Get Your First Pull-Up! 49:32

1y ago49:32

49:32

The ultimate resource for how to get your first pull-up! From form to mindset to programming to technique, we've got you covered! As for the program, here it is all written out: 1) Use a band you can get 8 reps with, but start at 5 reps. Week 1: 3 sets of 5 Week 2: 4 sets of 5 Week 3: 5 sets of 5 Week 4: 3 sets of 6 (deload) Week 5: 4 sets of 6 Wee…

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Comparing Yourself To Your Past Self 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

In today's episode Lauren shares a little more of her story as someone who struggled with disordered eating and body dysmorphia. Last week we posted a video on Instagram in which Lauren talked about a specific picture of herself from high school that she constantly used as "motivation" to try and make herself look the way she did in that photo at a…

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American Glutton: Ethan Suplee Interviews Jason and Lauren Pak 53:35

1y ago53:35

53:35

On this special episode, we were guests on the American Glutton podcast hosted by Ethan Suplee. Ethan is a film and television actor best known for his roles in Remember the Titans and American History X. On American Glutton, Ethan talks about his two decades of weight gain and loss, what worked and what didn’t, and he brings in guest experts to of…

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Hey Equinox: We Speak January!! 42:16

1+ y ago42:16

42:16

In today's episode we're not holding back and we're giving all our thoughts on Equinox's "we don't speak January" campaign! We had posted about the campaign on Instagram and realized it was actually quite the polarizing topic! So we're taking this opportunity to expand on why we feel the way we do about the campaign and how we think we can move for…

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DEEP DIVE: Consistency Over Intensity 41:11

1+ y ago41:11

41:11

Today we're doing a deep dive on our third reasonably fit principle: "consistency over intensity." We outline why more intensity isn't always better when it comes to your workouts, and how lowering the intensity can often lead to better consistency in the long run! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jasona…

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So You Want To Be A Personal Trainer With Jibby! 1:07:46

1+ y ago1:07:46

1:07:46

Today's episode is for all the aspiring personal trainers who are trying to figure out the best steps for how to get started! We start by sharing our path into the industry and then we bring in special guest, Jibby (@studio.jibby) who shares her unique transition from a secure and lucrative software engineering career to betting on herself and purs…

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DEEP DIVE: Is Fitness Always Good For Your Health? 31:20

1+ y ago31:20

31:20

Today we've got another deep dive on one of our Reasonably Fit principles: "health over fitness." In this episode we explore the idea that sometimes chasing after aesthetic or outcome-based goals can actually come at the expense of our overall health and well-being. We break down what this can look like and help you to recognize if there are areas …

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DEEP DIVE: How To Make Fitness Fit Into Your Life (Instead of Taking Over Your Life) 36:05

1+ y ago36:05

36:05

Today we're doing a deep dive on one of our principles of being reasonably fit: making fitness fit into your life rather than letting it take over your life! While this is something we mention quite frequently, we wanted to take the opportunity to real dive into what this might look like in practice and how you can adapt this principle to your own …

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Is It Better To Do... (The Questions We Get Asked The Most!) 34:06

1+ y ago34:06

34:06

Today we're addressing the types of questions we get asked the most, and breaking down why there's so much confusion in the fitness industry, whether or not the answers to these types of questions actually matter, and how we usually go about answering them! Our hope with this episode is that you leave with some more clarity about what's actually im…

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Eating During The Holidays 34:29

1+ y ago34:29

34:29

In today's solo episode we're talking about how to take a more reasonable approach to nutrition and exercise during the holidays! We know this can be a sensitive topic, and things get emotional toward the end as Lauren re-lives some of her past experiences. If you're someone who feels a lot of anxiety and stress around food and exercise, especially…

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You're Not Broken! Training Considerations Based on Individual Circumstances with Katie Goss & Andrew Dettelbach 1:10:08

1+ y ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Today's episode is all about training consideration for individual circumstances, and how you are NOT broken or destined to never workout again just because of an injury or diagnoses. We start off this episode solo, and then we bring in special guests Andrew Dettelbach and Katie Goss (co-founders of Whealth) who speak with us about training with an…

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Which One's Best: Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, Kettlebell Training, Olympic Lifting? 46:17

1+ y ago46:17

46:17

Today we have another solo episode and we're discussing which training modality is best! We take you on a journey through our 16-year careers as personal trainers (and even some of what we did before we were fitness professionals) to help paint a picture of how and why we've come to the conclusion that we have! Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG:…

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What's In Our Gym Bag and Some Life Updates! 32:54

1+ y ago32:54

32:54

Today we have a short and sweet, but super fun and goofy episode that started out about what's in our gym bags and spiraled into so much more! While it's a simple topic, we actually think the gym bag portion will be both informative and entertaining and you may come away with some new ideas for how to make your gym -going experience even better! Fo…

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Saman Munir (on representation, confidence, and breaking the body shaming cycle) 1:14:05

1+ y ago1:14:05

1:14:05

In today's episode our guest Saman Munir talks to us about how she became a two time influencer (first in makeup and beauty and then in fitness.) She shares how negative feedback about her body and appearance as a young girl impacted her into adulthood, and how she's determined to break that cycle now. And she discusses the importance of representa…

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Hampton Liu (on cultivating long-term fitness and happiness) 1:15:48

1+ y ago1:15:48

1:15:48

In today's episode our guest Hampton Liu chats with us about how to cultivate long-term fitness and happiness! He will have you believing in yourself and your abilities no matter your experience level with his encouraging and kind approach to exercise. With over 3 million subscribers on YouTube, Hampton is often referred to as the most wholesome cr…

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Lucy Mountain (on using humor to dismantle diet culture) 1:13:09

1+ y ago1:13:09

1:13:09

In today's episode our guest Lucy Mountain chats with us about all things dismantling diet culture, and she shares her top strategies for training and programming for true beginners in the gym! Links: RISE Program Free Downloads: jasonandlaurenpak.com/free-resources Follow Us: Reasonably Fit Podcast IG: @reasonablyfitpod Jason and Lauren IG: @jason…

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Jessie Mundell (on pregnancy & postpartum training and the truth about kegels) 1:19:31

1+ y ago1:19:31

1:19:31

In today's episode our guest Jessie Mundell shares safe and effective strategies for training during pregnancy and postpartum, she sets the record straight on all things kegels, and she provides realistic and empowering information on how we can best support the fitness goals of our pre and postnatal community. Jessie is an absolutely expert in thi…

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Dr. Jen Fraboni (on mobility training and the importance of your breath) 1:04:57

1+ y ago1:04:57

1:04:57

Today we've got another highly requested guest in the house: Dr. Jen Fraboni aka @docjenfit! Jen joins Reasonably Fit to discuss why mobility training is crucial to your overall health, how you can easily sneak mobility training into your daily life, and why proper breathing is often the missing link in improving mobility. There are so many great t…

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Ashley Mitchell (on making fitness more inclusive and holding multiple truths) 1:38:10

1+ y ago1:38:10

1:38:10

Today we're joined by Ashley Mitchell aka @blackgirlmagicmama! Ashley is in no particular order a fitness instructor, a non-profit founder, a podcaster, a social justice advocate, an educator, a mom, a wife, a friend, and so much more. In today's episode Ashley shares her experiences as a woman of color working in the fitness space, and she provide…

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Adriell Mayes (on unconventional kettlebell training) 1:34:49

1+ y ago1:34:49

1:34:49

Today we're joined by Adriell Mayes aka @everygotdamdre! Dre puts a unique spin on kettlebell training with a heavy focus on unilateral movements, rotational lifts, and multi-planar work. In this episode we cover his training methodology, some of our thoughts on the fitness industry as it stands today, and how kettlebells can be a valuable tool for…

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Sohee Lee Carpenter (on improving your relationship with food, fitness, and your body) 1:19:42

1+ y ago1:19:42

1:19:42

Our first guest interview is here! And today we're bringing you one of our most highly requested guests: Sohee Lee Carpenter! Sohee joins Reasonably Fit to discuss how self-compassion actually leads to better results in the gym, why we binge eat and strategies for overcoming binge eating, and how to walk the line between being pro-body autonomy, bu…

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Our Biggest Fitness Industry Pet Peeves 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

It's not in our nature to rant or complain, but when the question of what our biggest fitness industry pet peeves were came up, we suddenly found ourselves getting pretty fired up! Sometimes it feels good to get it all off your chest and that's exactly what we did in today's episode! Trainers using their bodies as a means to sell their products (7:…

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Understanding RPE: How, When and Why to Use It! 36:56

1+ y ago36:56

36:56

RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) is something we utilize heavily in our programming, but there can be a lot of confusion around how to find the appropriate RPE, when to use RPE, and why we prefer RPE over exact percentages when it comes to a sustainable, long-term approach to training! Today we're breaking it all down in this deep dive into all thi…

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Returning to Exercise After Illness 36:26

1+ y ago36:26

36:26

Whether it's just a little cold or a longer term illness, we've all had to deal with navigating how to return to exercise after some time off due to being sick. Today we'll share some tips on how to manage this both from a physical and psychological standpoint! Links: ACSM Article on return to exercise after COVID RISE Program Free Downloads: jason…

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2022 Fitness Trends - What We Love, What We Hate, And Everything In Between! 58:53

1+ y ago58:53

58:53

We're taking a look at some of the biggest health and fitness trends of 2022, sharing our thoughts and opinions on them, and giving each of them a rating on a scale of 1-10! Carnivore Diet (5:12) Wearable Technology (12:32) Home Gyms (22:11) Inclusive Fitness (27:50) Walking (38:50) Recovery Equipment (40:49) Resurgence of Bodybuilding (44:22) Reve…

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Our Top Nutrition Hack, When To Take Pre-Workout Supplements, What Are Deloads and How Often Should You Do Them & More! 39:14

1+ y ago39:14

39:14

Today's Q&A episode covers give of the questions we received from the questions sticker last week on our @jasonandlaurenpak Instagram stories. What is your favorite nutrition hack? (7:35) What are your thoughts on pre-workout and when should I take it? (14:00) Is it okay to just want to maintain or do you always need to be trying to get gains? (20:…

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Getting out of the "Crush Yourself" Mentality 45:22

2y ago45:22

45:22

If you feel like you need to "get crushed" in order to feel like you had a good workout, you're not alone - our culture is always promoting a "more is better" mentality - but this approach might actually be sabotaging your fitness goals. Today we'll talk about how a more purposeful approach to your workouts will not only help with consistency and s…

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