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Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus Fitness. The Fit, Healthy and Happy podcast brings you the best fitness education straight from the best fitness coaches and trainers around. Here we will break down and explore popular fitness topics such as weight loss, motivation, muscle increase and habits that lead to long term fitness success.
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Calling all men over 40 trying to lose the belly, get back some stamina and drive while building muscle after 40 and generally just look and feel awesome again... this is the podcast for you! I'm Chris, a men's fitness & lifestyle coach for 15 years (and a 47-year-old Irish Dad of 3!). ** FREE access to my Programs Vault (workouts, diets, supplements and lifestyle guides) & Subscribe to my weekly email newsletter here: https://www.offacoach.com/free ** Episodes cover simple (but super-effect ...
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Wits & Weights | Smart Science to Build Muscle and Lose Fat

Philip Pape, Evidence-Based Nutrition Coach & Fat Loss Expert

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For skeptics of the fitness industry who want to work smarter and more efficiently to build muscle and lose fat. Wits & Weights cuts through the noise and deconstructs health and fitness with an engineering mindset to help you develop a strong, lean physique without wasting time. Nutrition coach Philip Pape explores EFFICIENT strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to optimize your body composition. Simple, science-based, and sustainable info from an engineer turned lifter (th ...
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In the Veggie Power Daily Series, author, personal trainer and entrepreneur Andi Dita and Co- Host Marcos Hurtado show you how to reach your fitness goals on your plant based diet. Each episode gives you simple, science based tips to build muscle, lose body fat, and getting healthy on your vegan or vegetarian diet. Veggie Power Daily is ranked #1 in Plant Based Fitness. Find out more at www.veggiepowerdaily.com
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2024 is more stressful than ever in human history. One way we can eliminate stress is by taking control of our finances and spending to think about money less than we currently do. So todays show is all about my financial tips to pay off debt and save more. Enjoy and let me know your questions. Leave me a Google Review here Follow me on socials her…
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Is rapid weight loss worth the risk? Can you really build muscle while losing fat? How important is nutrition tracking for your fitness journey? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes back Jeff Hoehn for another co-hosted Q&A episode. This time, they discuss aggressive fat loss strategies, the benefits of higher protein intake, and overcoming men…
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Send a message/question here! email me chris@offacoach.com to see if I have any spaces still available on my Ignite program (4 weeks, 1:1, main goal fat-loss but also nailing workouts and lifestyle habits). This episode is all about getting consistency in your habits - even if your diet or workout plan is perfect, that doesn't matter if you can' st…
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GOMAD, or "Gallon of Milk a Day," was a protocol popularized by strength coach Mark Rippetoe (of Starting Strength), to ensure rapid weight gain and muscle growth. The idea is to bulk up quickly. You just chug a gallon of milk a day. Easy right? But before you start doing that, I want you to tune in to today's Quick Wits for my take on this sometim…
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➢ DM “summer special” to @ColossusFit on IG to get the results you deserve. ➢ Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/ Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to balance the …
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Can you transform your physique without the traditional bulk and cut cycles? Or is this possible with body recomposition at maintenance calories? Today we have a question from from Wyatt about whether you can only make progress with your physique while bulking and cutting rather than attempt body recomposition. He also asks whether there is a diffe…
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Diet myths got you stuck? Struggling to lose weight NO MATTER WHAT you try? GLP-1 drugs: Magic bullet or risky business? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) brings on Amy Wilson, a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and a certified nutrition coach, for an engaging conversion on GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Amy's mission…
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Creatine is not just for lifters and bodybuilders anymore. Join me on today's Quick Wits as I dive into the incredible benefits of this very powerful supplement and reveal why it should be a staple in just about everyone's supplement cabinet, from athletes to aging adults and everyone in between. While it's true that creatine has long been a staple…
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Apply for coaching: https://colossusfitness.com/ Summary of episode: In today's episode I share the biggest mistakes you're making in the gym that are killing your progress. Listed points: Worst Mistakes: - Mindset of “burning calories” - Compound example of my workouts - Doing “fun” activities -Classes to avoid lifting weights -Copying other peopl…
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Send a message/question here! email me chris@offacoach.com with "Ignite?" and I'll send you more details on my 4-week 1:1 fat loss coaching program. Grab free programs here: https://www.offacoach.com/free This episode explains how I'll be dropping at least 5lbs in the next 4 weeks and how you can too, either by yourself or with my help! FREE ACCESS…
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Is your meal plan optimized for your fitness goals? Are you struggling to follow your diet plan because it is too restrictive? Are you looking to maximize your muscle growth and boost your energy? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) provides an evidence-based, comprehensive guide that cuts through conflicting information about meal planning a…
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Sustainable dieting. Is that an oxymoron or is it the key to lasting results? Today, I reveal the hard truth about why dieting itself can never be truly sustainable and share a more flexible, realistic approach to achieving your physique goals for the long haul. Sustainable dieting is the notion that you can somehow achieve your fat loss goals by f…
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➢ DM “Summer Abs” to @ Colossusfit on IG to get your toned/ tight tummy through my online coaching 🔥 Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about if it's bad to eat before bed, best ab exercises & gym obse…
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Can you really balance fitness, family, and personal well-being without dropping the ball on any of them? Join me for a special Father's Day weekend bonus episode where I share my raw, unscripted journey as a father of two daughters attempting just that. From the everyday joys and hurdles of fatherhood to practical tips on integrating health and fi…
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Are you struggling with body image? Are you tired of extreme diets? Wondering how to break free from skinny-fat struggles? Join Philip (@witsandweights) and fitness expert Adrian McDonnell as they discuss body image, fitness goals, and industry complexities. Adrian shares insights into common challenges like body dysmorphia and extreme dieting, emp…
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Just move more. You've heard it a million times as the cure-all for getting in shape, but is this generic advice really enough to transform your physique? Yes, we live in a society that's largely sedentary, and getting people to move their bodies more is certainly a step in the right direction. However, this generic, one-size-fits-all advice to "ju…
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➢ DM “Real Results” to IG to start your journey and get the results you deserve. ➢Follow us on Instagram- Instagram (@colossusfit) This podcast episode was inspired from a conversation coach Josh had at the gym. Someone asked, “What do you do for cardio man, what’s the secret there?” . It’s insanely common to be asked the secret, when in reality th…
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This weeks show is a personal experience of my own of how I feel totally off when my blood sugar gets out of whack from two things...... Poor Nutritional choices (aka higher carbs) and not Resistance training. Blood Sugar is most heavily utilized and controlled by these Crucial levers. Listen in on the how and why in todays weekly coaching session.…
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Are you over 50 and wondering how to keep your muscles strong as you age? Are you curious about how your eating habits affect your health? Want to discover the secret to living a vibrant life in your 50s and beyond? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) provides a practical guide to optimizing health and strength for individuals over 50. He hig…
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Frustrated with menopause belly or the inability to lose weight or fat? This is on the minds of so many women navigating the ups and downs of menopause: how to lose stubborn fat and keep it off during this time of major physiological change. This Thursday June 13 @ 7:30p ET / 4:30p PT: ===> REGISTER HERE for the Menopause Fat Loss Over 40 Workshop …
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➢ DM “Summer Shred” to IG to start your journey and get the results you deserve. (3-4 spots) ➢Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/ ➢ Comment "'Youtube Gang" on the youtube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8FcRVEjlyE&t=4s Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some …
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How do you balance getting shredded with peak performance? Can tracking your fitness metrics be the ultimate game-changer in reaching your body composition goals? On this classic episode (a replay of Ep 70), I had Cody McBroom on to share his expertise, his philosophy, and some inside strategies with us for looking like you lift. Cody and I discuss…
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What’s the secret behind the fluctuating numbers on your scale? What’s the real deal between weight loss and fat loss? How can you escape the emotional rollercoaster of fat loss and body image? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Louise Digby, a registered nutritional therapist and women’s weight loss expert. She dives deep into the real reaso…
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Today, we're diving into a topic that's near and dear to my heart (and my dinner table): raising kids to eat well. As a father of three, I've been through the food fights, the picky eating phases, and the mealtime meltdowns – and I've come out the other side with a few battle scars and a whole lot of wisdom to share. If you're struggling to get you…
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Apply to my 1/1 coaching program with guaranteed results here: https://colossusfitness.com/ Summary of episode: In today's episode we give you 10 tips to live a fitter, healthier and happier life. Listed points: Don’t wish it was easier, make yourself better. If you don’t like how things are, change. Take the first step, you aren’t a tree. “The wor…
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There is one thing you're doing in the bedroom that might be compromising your gains and your health. No, not that. Or that. Not that either. It's...your sleep routine! Do you really need 7-9 hours of sleep? Can you compensate for poor sleep with diet or exercise? What if you could turbocharge your metabolism, balance your hormones, and redefine yo…
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Today, we're taking a quantum leap into the realm of science fiction and self-discovery as we explore the concept of the multiverse and how it can help you become your healthiest, most authentic self. If you're a fan of comic books, sci-fi movies, or theoretical physics (and let's be real, who isn't?), you've probably encountered the idea of the mu…
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➢ DM “ONLINE COACH” To @ Colossusfit to work 1/1 with me to achieving your dream body. ➢ Join our weekly newsletter - http://bit.ly/FormCheatSheet Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to shed u…
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Are you insecure about your body, your fitness, your health, what you eat, your work, the things you do, your life? Is chasing perfection holding you back? We feel like we're being judged all the time, and I wanted to talk about that today and open up about my own imperfections, my own insecurities and how embracing them has been key to my growth. …
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What are the common misconceptions about digestion and nutrient absorption? How does training sculpt your muscles, and what’s the hidden connection to your anatomy? Are you ready to discover the hidden dietary implications of your unique body variations? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Justin Cottle, a former lab director at the …
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Send a message/question here! https://www.facebook.com/groups/over40fa to join the OFFA Club group and get free access to all guides, programs and courses AND join a supportive community AND get daily content and discussion from me and any questions answered! This episode answers 3 questions submitted by listeners: - how to retain muscle while focu…
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Today, we're diving into the world of hypertrophy (that's science-speak for muscle growth) and uncovering one of the most powerful principles for packing on size: mechanical tension. Now, if you're a serious lifter or a student of the iron game, you've probably heard of Brad Schoenfeld. He's like the Yoda of muscle-building research, and his work h…
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DM “SUMMER READY” to IG @ ColossusFit to finally get rid of that unwanted stomach fat. Summary of episode: In this episode we cover or top tips to still make progress through summer. Activity likely won’t be an issue, but nutrition will be. So many people work insanely hard leading up to summer and lose their progress. We want to avoid that. Listed…
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Do you know how your thyroid turbocharges your metabolism? What can throw your thyroid off balance, and how can you reclaim control? Are you ready to supercharge your thyroid with easy-to-adopt lifestyle shifts? In this solo episode, Philip (@witsandweights) explores the intricate world of thyroid health and its impact on metabolism. He discusses t…
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Today, we're tackling a hot topic that's been causing quite a stir in the health and fitness world: seed oils. You know, those ubiquitous cooking oils like soybean, canola, and sunflower oil that seem to be in just about every processed food on the shelf. Now, if you've been following the latest diet trends, you might have heard some pretty scary c…
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➢ DM US “Memorial day sale” discounted coaching to IG @ColossusFit ➢ Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/ Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about full body workouts, how to k…
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This conversation is from my appearance on Sue Bush’s Physique Development Podcast. Sue invited me on HER podcast to talk about why diets fail, flexible dieting, misunderstood fitness terms, and more. I shared my best tips for making food logging easier, how tracking your food and lifting weights are forms of self-care, what metabolic adapation rea…
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Is big really beautiful? What's the connection between LDL and coronary disease? How can someone who looks healthy have high cholesterol? What's the key to optimal heart health? In this episode, Philip's (@witsandweights) special guest is Dr. Tiffany Di Pietro, a triple board-certified cardiologist, internal medicine specialist, and nuclear cardiol…
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Today, I want to introduce you to my favorite tool for dialing in my nutrition and reaching my physique goals: MacroFactor. This app is a total game-changer when it comes to tracking your macros, monitoring your progress, and getting personalized recommendations to help you lose fat, build muscle, or maintain your results. I explain all the feature…
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Summary of episode: Listed points: Protein is 4 calories per gram. So even with a “high” protein goal like mine of 200 grams of protein, that’s only 800 calories. Zooming out can be helpful here, same with a 1 hour workout only being 4% of your total day. Zoom out, break it down into goals and snacks (I.E 5 Meals 40g / ish each) Tips: -Start by get…
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The internet and social media is filled with influencers massively overcomplicating fitness and exercise. Why does it have to be so hard? Well, it doesn't, and that is exactly what todays show is all about. Simplifying how to get started and also how to keep it going. Leave me a google review here. Visit my website here. Follow me on Socials here. …
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Do you feel stuck in a weight loss rut? Do you want to maximize fat loss without sacrificing muscle gains? Are you confused about whether partial reps are worth it or just a waste of time? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) answers questions from Jonathan and Matt sent to the Fanlist voice message inbox. They were curious about optimizing training and…
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Today, we're diving into a topic that has the potential to revolutionize the way we think about weight loss and energy balance: the constrained model of energy expenditure, as proposed by evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer. If you're like most people, you've probably heard the old adage that weight loss is simply a matter of "calories in, c…
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➢Message us on IG @ColossusFit "Fat Loss" to apply for coaching (4 spots) ➢ Follow our Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/ Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to improve grip str…
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Today we're answering a question about protein intake and supplementation. We'll cover the differences between protein sources, optimal timing, and what happens if you exceed your target intake. Veronica asked 5 sub-questions: Does every Whey Protein Isolate contain all essential amino acids? Are Essential Amino Acids supplements needed if one meet…
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Send a message/question here! https://www.offacoach.com/ignite to check out my 4-week 1:1 coaching program https://www.offacoach.com/fb to grab your FREE programs and courses in the OFFA Club FB Group chris@offacoach.com to ask me any questions for future episodes https://www.linkedin.com/in/offacoach to connect with me on LinkedIn Today's episode …
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Are you feeling overwhelmed with dieting struggles? Do you think you have the right mindset, but it doesn't seem to be working? Discover when mindset isn’t enough and the secret to supercharging it for your health goals. Today, Philip (@witsandweights) brings on Tanja Shaw, a seasoned Functional Health Coach, Kinesiologist, and weight loss expert d…
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Want to build serious strength and muscle mass in the most efficient way possible? Today, we're talking about the importance of compound lifts and why they should be the foundation of your strength training routine. Join me on today's Quick Wits as I explain what compound lifts are, why they should be the foundation of your strength training progra…
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Check out our website www.colossusfitness.com to learn more, and fill out the form for coaching! Summary of episode: In today's episode I share with you how to create a perfect workout structure for maximum gains. Listed points: 1- Prepare the mind (motivational video, know your workouts etc) 2- Quick cardio warmup 3- Dynamic stretches/mobility mov…
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Whether it's traveling for work or fun, staying on track with nutrition can be hard if you don't plan ahead. Thats what this show is all about, how to plan ahead for nutrition success when you have an upcoming trip. I'll basically be a tour guide for you on how to think of things differently when you are planning for an upcoming trip. Leave me a go…
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