Fitness Confidential With Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2542 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes guest co-host Teresa Strasser to discuss the things that compel you in food addiction, creatine, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/the-things-that-compel-you-episode-2542 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - The Things That Compel You Continuing the conversation from an earlier episode regarding food addiction and GLP-1s. (2:30) How the hormones leptin, ghrelin, cortisol, and insulin work. (6:30) The body can become resistant to these hormones and create hunger even when your stomach is full. Teresa shares news regarding levels of chemicals in certain foods, including dark chocolate. (17:00) Vinnie advises athletes on what to do to bulk up. (22:00) You cannot “pump” fat; you can only “pump” muscle. Athletes need lean muscle, not fat. (23:30) Vinnie doesn’t always advise protein powders, but there are a couple that may help with goals. (27:30) Creatine can help, too, but there are some ca

  Episode 2541 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss that football season is here, Anna shares and demos wings recipes, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/football-season-is-here-episode-2538 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Football Season Is Here Anna is going to be cooking some football food. (2:00 Vinnie talks about the days of yore of football and ads. (3:00) Take control and make your food. (10:30) During the various holidays, people tend to let loose a bit, slowing down health goals. The summer is a good time to recommit—and it’s grilling season. Vinnie makes his own roasted nuts. (12:00) Anna’s making Wings!  (13:30) Anna goes through all the steps for you. Watch this on YouTube to get all the steps and details and see Anna in action. Frank’s Hot Wings and Pumpkin Marinara Wings. Anna is making burgers as well—seasoned with just her spices. More News Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on D

Episode 2540 - On this Friday's show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Johnathan Edwards for part 2 of their discussion about improving VO2 max, addressing chronic pain, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/addressing-chronic-pain-dr-johnathan-edwards-episode-2540 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Increasing VO2 Max This is Part 2, a continuation of a conversation Vinnie and Johnathan shared. Johnathan has also been a competitive cyclist. (3:30) VO2 max is explained. (14:00). It’s how your body uses oxygen to burn carbs and fats to create mechanical energy. How do you get a strong VO2 Max? (23:00) Your VO2 Max number helps determine longevity. (24:00) Motorcross is a huge challenge for your body as well as rowing. (27:00) Vinnie has helped a lot of people who have been morbidly obese, and once they lose weight they want to get moving. (33:00) What is VO2 max, what do the numbers mean, and how can it be increased? They give practical examples

Episode 2539 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes guest co-host Teresa Strasser to discuss Taking GLP-1s, the risk of paying the piper and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/paying-the-piper-episode-2539 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - A New Face Gina was offered a great opportunity to be a co-host on The Woody Show podcast. (2:00) Vinnie is happy for her and welcomes Teresa as a guest. Teresa is welcomed and will be co-hosting a few of the shows. They chat about smoking and drinking in sports. (6:00) Nicotine is the stimulant, tobacco is the killer. Paying the Piper NSNG® and low carb is best. (13:30) Vinnie is happy people can lose weight, but he is concerned about major side effects of GLP-1s. The amount of muscle you can lose in addition to the fat (up to 60%) can be dangerous. Don’t forget your heart is a muscle, so what is happening to it? You need to do weight training in general to offset muscle loss for various reasons, but

Episode 2538 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss his third appearance on Mike Rowe's podcast, how becoming an NSNG® VIP member is a no-brainer, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/its-a-no-brainer-episode-2538 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - It's a No-Brainer Vinnie just returned from Los Angeles where he recorded a show with Mike Rowe. (2:00) It will be his third appearance on Mike Rowe’s podcast. The NSNG® Facebook group has historically gained membership after each of Vinnie’s appearances on Rowe’s show. And they are affectionately known as “Rowebies.” Vinnie is opening the NSNG® VIP group again so people can join. (12:00) However, new memberships will be available for a limited time. The VIP group is a place of accountability and community. Vinnie has two monthly group calls that work like a consultation where you can ask him questions. (14:00) There is other content available, like exercise videos. It’

Episode 2537 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Phil Maffetone back to discuss Zone 2, slowing down to be faster, functional strength, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/slowing-down-be-faster-phil-maffetone-episode-2537 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Slowing Down to Be Faster Phil brought Zone 2 training to millions. (2:00) They discuss athlete Mark Allen, who was disciplined and a phenomenal tri-athlete. Phil reviews the program he trained Mark Allen with. (9:00) Mark had been injured a lot but was ready to try anything. (12:00) Phil trained him to be faster by slowing down training to Zone 2. Diet dictates metabolism. (23:30) People who burn more fat tend to be healthier. Muscle size does not necessarily dictate strength. (26:00) It’s not muscle bulk, but how many fibers contract doing the movement that determines strength. (27:00) Going to a gym is great, but don’t dismiss things like yardwork or other activities

Episode 2536 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad say don't be afraid of salt, discuss the benefits of electrolytes, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/dont-be-afraid-of-salt-episode-2536 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Don't Be Afraid of Salt After some talk about music and sound systems, Gina asks about water, salt, carbs, and bloating. (5:30) The salt-to-water ratio has to be correct. A good electrolyte blend with proper ratios is best; however, you should also avoid fillers and flow agents. When Vinnie was ultra-cycling, if he had carbs, his ankles would swell. He never had any swelling issues during races when he relied only on salt, healthy fats, and water. (14:00) He makes recommendations on how to take UltraSalt. We blame salt for what sugar did. (18:00) There’s a misconception about salt; even hospitals and doctors make poor recommendations. (25:00)   (27:30) It’s listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. Th

Episode 2535 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss how the government has been offloading processed cheese products, recipes, making mayo, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/09/offloading-processed-cheese-episode-2535 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Offloading Processed Cheese Anna and Vinnie are producing on the fly and looking into government cheese. (2:00) And if all this talk about pizza has you craving it, Anna has 4 different types of pizza crust recipes for you. (11:00) She talks about how to make a meat-based crust. (13:00) Malcolm Gladwell’s article addresses how the government offloading processed cheese led to stuffed-crust pizza. (14:00) Many of the ingredients at one time were considered “GRAS” (Generally Regarded As Safe). However, companies change ingredient lists all the time. Anna gives suggestions for mayo,  but she also has her own recipe, too. (20:00) Anna and Vinnie plan to do a special epis

Episode 2534 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Johnathan Edwards and they discuss uses for ketamine, ketogenic diets, innovation in treating pain, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/innovation-treating-pain-dr-johnathan-edwards-episode-2534 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Clinical Ketamine ***Please be aware that a portion of this episode discusses topics that may be sensitive to some people, such as suicide ideation, depression, and treatments.**** Johnathan Edwards, MD is an anesthesiologist and pain specialist. (2:00) Vinnie describes what he heard in the 1980s about ketamine. (2:45) Ketamine has a lot of medical uses. (6:00) originally an anesthetic used for the military has been in use since the 1960s also used in a very controlled manner and alongside therapy for depression cases and eating disorders It creates a dissociative effect for some people. But beware: the ketamine found on the street is a very different s

Episode 2533 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss dates as a "healthy sugar" and take a look at what doesn't change in legal policy and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/look-at-what-doesnt-change-episode-2533 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Look At What Doesn't Change Gina shares an article from Time Magazine about dates (the fruit). (3:00) Four dates have 66 grams of sugar. Dates are “sugar turds.” (6:30) A California Date Shake has 117g of sugar (20 dates per shake)! Sugar is sugar whether it comes from agave nectar, dates, cane sugar, etc. (13:00) Big Food companies have a lot of control with the help of lobbyists. (18:00) Vinnie uses the NRA as an example about legal policies being changed. Don’t only look at what changes; you have to also look at what doesn’t change. (28:30)   (27:30) It’s listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. There is nothing in it to have earned a PG-13 rating—it’s family-friendly

Episode 2532 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss Vinnie's own journey through weight loss, the lie of high carbs, diet mentality, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/the-lie-of-high-carbs-episode-2532 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - The Lie of High Carbs Vinnie explains his intense focus on getting PVC back to where it’s supposed to be. (2:00) He appreciates everyone who has been hanging in there. He is working on getting customer service back to where he wants it. Anna’s BOGO sale for her spice dusts is still going on. (6:00) It’s for her Dill (Ranch) Dust and the Taco Dust. She has been developing a Salt Dust and has a pre-order going. Scroll down to the link to her website for more information and to place an order! Vinnie’s friend Don came up with an interesting question. (12:00) Vinnie explains how he was once overweight and how he got that way. One of his friends called him out and Vinnie started maki

Episode 2531 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Meagan Hawkes and they discuss how she's been moving forward with her progress, cycling and equipment, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/moving-forward-meagan-hawkes-episode-2531 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Moving Forward Vinnie explains why he’s been having Success Stories on again. (2:00) Meagan is also one of the admins of the NSNG Facebook group. Meagan recaps some of her success with NSNG®. (7:00) She reversed her pre-diabetes within 9 months without the use of drugs. She only followed NSNG®. She has lost approximately 150 lbs! Life Into Living (LIL) is a term he uses to explain an occasional treat. It’s minimal, and it’s not a “cheat day.” (15:00) At one point Meagan tried to switch things up by increasing protein and lowering fat. (18:00) She had gained some weight back because she lost focus; so she tried the new approach. She explained what her results became

Episode 2530 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss how sugar is aging your cells faster, school lunches, kids' fitness,  and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/aging-your-cells-faster-episode-2530 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Aging Your Cells Faster Gina and Vinnie chat about country music for a bit. (2:00) UCSF study demonstrates that sugar ages cells! (14:00) It accelerates aging through inflammation of cell structure, which promotes premature aging and various diseases. Vinnie has been preaching this for years; he discusses the SAD diet. (16:00) They discuss advertisements for cereal commercials and having a “complete breakfast.” (21:00) Cereals are highly processed with added harmful ingredients. Gina has noticed that word is spreading about processed foods and seed oils. (23:00) They discuss school lunches. The Presidential Fitness Challenge used to be required in all schools. (30:00) Encourage your kids to do a v

Episode 2529 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the 2024 Olympics, addressing changes in training, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/addressing-changes-episode-2529 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Addressing Changes After a bit of music discussion, they switch to the Olympics. (6:00) Pole vaulting, sea kayaking, and hypothetical dramatic narratives of athlete’s stories. (9:00) They also talk about other events, like rowing, cycling, and sharp-shooting. Synchronized swimming is one of the most athletic events. Megan Hawkes ("Fawksy Hawksy") is an NSNG® member who has made huge progress and has entirely changed her health and lifestyle. (19:00) Meagan will be on an upcoming Friday show, very soon! Vinnie had a free watch party for Dirty Keto in the VIP group. (31:00) They talk about Vinnie’s inner ear issues and how they have affected him. (32:30) Anna has a question about heavy lifting. (43:30) She’s been

Episode 2528 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Mimi Morgan and they discuss finding hope after debilitating illness, advocating for yourself, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/finding-hope-with-mimi-morgan-episode-2528 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Finding Hope Mimi has quite a health story; she was pretty much left for dead as doctors anticipated her demise. (3:00) Doctors want to help their patients, but often their hands are tied by insurance. She recaps her history. (5:30) She grew up farm-to-table, but in her 20s she started following the “low fat” movement and also became a vegetarian. Her decline started after a series of small falls. Her executive function was failing as well. They discuss Dupuytren's contracture. (20:00) It’s an affliction of the tendons, typically in the hands. Parkinson’s is another disease that Mimi has had to contend with. (35:00) Medications only mask symptoms, but they also compete wi

Episode 2527 - On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss music, community support, an epidemic turned into the "new" pandemic, and more. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - THIS Is the "NEW" Pandemic Country music, to celebrity sightings. (2:00) Gina mentions a group she heard about in the San Francisco area. (14:00) It’s a hiking community whose members are self-described as “fat”; there is acceptance within the group. What often stops people is their own beliefs about themselves. (16:30) Vinnie shares a story of someone he noticed at the gym and the significant improvement she made. (18:00) He brings up an old commercial that wouldn’t go over well today. (27:00) The "new" pandemic is the percentage of people who are obese and in poor health. No mask or lockdown treats it; the only way it gets treated is with effort and a lifestyle change   (27:30) It’s listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. There is nothing in it to have

Episode 2526 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss Dirty Keto's release on Amazon, why quality matters to both of them, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/08/quality-matters-episode-2526 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Quality Matters A prominent vegan doctor/advocate, John McDougall, passed away recently. (2:00) Vinnie had hoped to interview him. Michael Greger ducked out of being a guest on the show a half hour before he was supposed to appear. is out, but was required to be rated PG-13. (9:00) Here is the link: It’s also listed under the Special Interests rather than the Health Documentary category on Amazon. This is why rating and reviewing is critical: it will boost awareness of Dirty Keto. (12:20) Buying or renting the movie is worth it. They discuss electrolytes and why UltraSalt is a superior blend. (29:30) Most others are loaded with forms of sugar. Using UltaSalt can make a big difference; Vinnie sh

Episode 2525 - In this BEST OF, Vinnie Tortorich and Professor Tim Noakes discuss sports science, how diabetes is carb intolerance, your brain and "the bonk", and much more. [libsyn_podcast id=32507382] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Diabetes Is Carb Intolerance Vinnie and Prof. Tim Noakes begin with a discussion of Tim’s professional background, especially in the early years of sports science. (2:00) He has been involved with sports science for decades; he studies the whole human biological system in its entirety. They discuss the early days of sports science used in the Olympics and other events like the Tour de France and what things were discovered. Tim has written several books such as (now in its 4th edition) and .    and (11:00) Tim constantly reviews new information and updates his work; you have to move with the evidence. Vinnie asks Tim to share what the issue was with Tim’s historical trial and the “tweet heard around the world”. (17:30) The trial was about information and not being ab

Episode 2524 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss the 2024 Olympics, and that finally you can watch "Dirty Keto" on Amazon! [libsyn_podcast id=32459902] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Watch Dirty Keto A few introductory minutes the conversation turns to the Olympics. (10:00) First, they discuss the Turkish sharpshooter, Yusuf Dikec, pistol-shooting, and also archery techniques. Simone Biles is an amazing powerhouse in gymnastics. (20:00) However, it’s kind of disappointing to Vinnie that she’s doing an ad for Mounjaro. (25:00) Ending the show on a High Note: You can now watch Vinnie's documentary, "Dirty Keto"! (27:30) It’s listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. There is nothing in it to have earned a PG-13 rating—it’s family-friendly. Buy or rent it, rate it, and review it! It takes a lot of funding to make films available on each platform. Watching, rating, and giving good reviews will help him expand the do

Episode 2523 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss labs, labels, and lies when it comes to labeling food, health claims, and more. [libsyn_podcast id=32427782] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Labs, Labels, and Lies Brain clarity issues and memory triggers. (2:00) Lab-grown meat: it was legal but now it's not. (13:30) Recent guests Natalie and Tara discussed it with Vinnie. It reminds Vinnie of the GMO concerns. Hybridizing foods isn’t necessarily the same thing as GMOs. The phrase “organic” has been bastardized a bit, too; however, there are still rules to follow. The United States has different rules than other countries. (23:00) Some rules don’t even matter, such as “organic” canola oil—it still has hexane. (24:20) Anna’s products use clean ingredients and are organic where possible. Anna reads from the CFR (Code of Federal Regulation) on organics, 7 CFR part 205. (27:00) They discuss BPAs and filtering water using a Vin