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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>The Anecdotals with GymRatPat</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-anecdotals-with-gymratpat--6237348</link><description><![CDATA[Host Patrick Hill, aka GymRatPat, takes us through the latest breakthroughs in health, fitness and self improvement with peer-reviewed research and his own tips and tricks on what works for him and others. A healthy balance of science and anecdotal evidence makes for a great conversation!]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6237348/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Self-Improvement</category><copyright>Copyright GymRatPat</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/34ca0a7b781f8f3fff739014d62888e3.jpg</url><title>The Anecdotals with GymRatPat</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-anecdotals-with-gymratpat--6237348</link></image><lastBuildDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:53:04 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>GymRatPat</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>GymRatPat</itunes:name><itunes:email>pmhilljr@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/34ca0a7b781f8f3fff739014d62888e3.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Host Patrick Hill, aka GymRatPat, takes us through the latest breakthroughs in health, fitness and self improvement with peer-reviewed research and his own tips and tricks on what works for him and others. A healthy balance of science and anecdotal...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Host Patrick Hill, aka GymRatPat, takes us through the latest breakthroughs in health, fitness and self improvement with peer-reviewed research and his own tips and tricks on what works for him and others. A healthy balance of science and anecdotal evidence makes for a great conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>No Time to Exercise? Watch This!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-time-to-exercise-watch-this--61996432</link><description><![CDATA[This episode eliminates the number one excuse for not working out, which is not having enough time. Whether you're a doctor, lawyer, parent or any other title which makes you feel like there is not enough time to take care of yourself, this episode will help you optimize your busy day to help you do fitness a little bit better tomorrow! Feel free to email me at <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pmhilljr@gmail.com</a> or follow me on Instagram @gymratpat420<br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Department of Health &amp; Human Services. (2024). Physical activity - how to get active when you are busy. Better Health Channel. <a href="https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Physical-activity-how-to-get-active-when-you-are-busy#exercise-in-a-block-session" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.betterhealth.vic.g...</a><br /><br /> Mayo Clinic. (2021). Fit a workout into any schedule. Mayo Clinic Health System. <a href="https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/fit-a-workout-into-any-schedule" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mayoclinichealthsy...</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61996432</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:43:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61996432/draft_1726602423120446_audio.mp3" length="7085662" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>GymRatPat</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This episode eliminates the number one excuse for not working out, which is not having enough time. Whether you're a doctor, lawyer, parent or any other title which makes you feel like there is not enough time to take care of yourself, this episode...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode eliminates the number one excuse for not working out, which is not having enough time. Whether you're a doctor, lawyer, parent or any other title which makes you feel like there is not enough time to take care of yourself, this episode will help you optimize your busy day to help you do fitness a little bit better tomorrow! Feel free to email me at <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pmhilljr@gmail.com</a> or follow me on Instagram @gymratpat420<br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Department of Health &amp; Human Services. (2024). Physical activity - how to get active when you are busy. Better Health Channel. <a href="https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Physical-activity-how-to-get-active-when-you-are-busy#exercise-in-a-block-session" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.betterhealth.vic.g...</a><br /><br /> Mayo Clinic. (2021). Fit a workout into any schedule. Mayo Clinic Health System. <a href="https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/fit-a-workout-into-any-schedule" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mayoclinichealthsy...</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>443</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3f5405d43a0c7d5662ee5d7b420204de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Is Hiking a Brain Exercise?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-hiking-a-brain-exercise--61720422</link><description><![CDATA[In today’s episode, we break away from bodybuilding talk to focus on mental health and how hiking can do more for that than we ever thought possible. University studies, expert analysis, and, of course, ANECDOTALS are used to shed some light on the many ways hiking can make tomorrow a little bit better for you! <br /> For questions, comments, and concerns, feel free to email me at <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pmhilljr@gmail.com</a> or follow me on Instagram @GymRatPat420. <br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Atchley, R. A., Strayer, D. L., &amp; Atchley, P. (2012). Creativity in the Wild: Improving Creative Reasoning through Immersion in Natural Settings. PLoS ONE, 7(12), e51474. <a href="https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0051474" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1371/journa...</a><br />  Dafna. (2020, June 23). Is hiking good for brain function and mental health? Better Aging. <a href="https://www.betteraging.com/cognitive-aging/is-hiking-good-for-brain-function-and-mental-health/#" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.betteraging.com/co...</a>:~:text=And%20one%20of%20the%20best%20ways%20to%20exercise,well%20being%20by%20lowering%20stress%20and%20calming%20anxieties.<br />  New York City. (2024). Van Cortlandt Park Hiking Trail : NYC Parks. <a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/park-features/hiking/van-cortlandt-park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.nycgovparks.org/pa...</a><br />  Stanford Report. (2015). Stanford researchers find mental health prescription: Nature. Stanford University. <a href="https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2015/06/hiking-mental-health-063015" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://news.stanford.edu/stor...</a><br />  Trimble, W. (2021, August 6). Hiking is Nature’s Therapy. American Hiking Society. <a href="https://americanhiking.org/blog/hiking-natures-therapy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://americanhiking.org/blo...</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61720422</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2024 11:53:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61720422/draft_1726400028619241_audio.mp3" length="5755715" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>GymRatPat</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In today’s episode, we break away from bodybuilding talk to focus on mental health and how hiking can do more for that than we ever thought possible. University studies, expert analysis, and, of course, ANECDOTALS are used to shed some light on the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In today’s episode, we break away from bodybuilding talk to focus on mental health and how hiking can do more for that than we ever thought possible. University studies, expert analysis, and, of course, ANECDOTALS are used to shed some light on the many ways hiking can make tomorrow a little bit better for you! <br /> For questions, comments, and concerns, feel free to email me at <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pmhilljr@gmail.com</a> or follow me on Instagram @GymRatPat420. <br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Atchley, R. A., Strayer, D. L., &amp; Atchley, P. (2012). Creativity in the Wild: Improving Creative Reasoning through Immersion in Natural Settings. PLoS ONE, 7(12), e51474. <a href="https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0051474" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1371/journa...</a><br />  Dafna. (2020, June 23). Is hiking good for brain function and mental health? Better Aging. <a href="https://www.betteraging.com/cognitive-aging/is-hiking-good-for-brain-function-and-mental-health/#" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.betteraging.com/co...</a>:~:text=And%20one%20of%20the%20best%20ways%20to%20exercise,well%20being%20by%20lowering%20stress%20and%20calming%20anxieties.<br />  New York City. (2024). Van Cortlandt Park Hiking Trail : NYC Parks. <a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/park-features/hiking/van-cortlandt-park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.nycgovparks.org/pa...</a><br />  Stanford Report. (2015). Stanford researchers find mental health prescription: Nature. Stanford University. <a href="https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2015/06/hiking-mental-health-063015" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://news.stanford.edu/stor...</a><br />  Trimble, W. (2021, August 6). Hiking is Nature’s Therapy. American Hiking Society. <a href="https://americanhiking.org/blog/hiking-natures-therapy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://americanhiking.org/blo...</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>360</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/25817d8793f30757d6262dd77dd5551f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Is an Arm Day Necessary</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-an-arm-day-necessary--61268492</link><description><![CDATA[As promised, this episode covers whether or not an arm day is necessary to maximize muscle growth. A healthy mixture of science, expert advice, and bro science make give you the answer you've been looking for to get those arms where they need to be! We conclude this episode with some philosophical wisdom to keep your head in the game for bulletproof motivation.<br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Boyce, L. (2022). The Best Hypertrophy Workout for Your Arms. Men’s Journal. <br /><a href="https://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/best-hypertrophy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mensjournal.com/he...</a>-armworkout#:~:text=If%20you%20want%20to%20build,loading%20a%20muscle%20takes<br /> %20on.<br /><br /> Dickey, K. (2024, June 25). 10 quotes about delayed gratification. Fiscal Fitness Phoenix. <br /><a href="https://fiscalfitnessphx.com/10-quotes-about-delayed-gratification/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://fiscalfitnessphx.com/1...</a><br /><br /> Peter Khatcherian. (2023, January 5). Why you should have an arm Day! [Video]. YouTube. <br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZ9YHQx3iNM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?...</a><br /><br /> Piana, R. (2017). Feeder workouts. Youtube. <br /><a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/ey4GkNULqdQ?si=i1WyokJwSlMscvS2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtube.com/shorts/ey4...</a><br /><br /> Subuso. (2024). Do you have an arm day? Reddit. <br /><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/naturalbodybuilding/comments/1bs9bir/do_you_have_an_arm_" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.reddit.com/r/natur...</a><br /> day/]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61268492</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 01:32:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61268492/draft_1725495872568638_audio.mp3" length="8437760" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>GymRatPat</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>As promised, this episode covers whether or not an arm day is necessary to maximize muscle growth. A healthy mixture of science, expert advice, and bro science make give you the answer you've been looking for to get those arms where they need to be!...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[As promised, this episode covers whether or not an arm day is necessary to maximize muscle growth. A healthy mixture of science, expert advice, and bro science make give you the answer you've been looking for to get those arms where they need to be! We conclude this episode with some philosophical wisdom to keep your head in the game for bulletproof motivation.<br /><br /> References<br /><br /> Boyce, L. (2022). The Best Hypertrophy Workout for Your Arms. Men’s Journal. <br /><a href="https://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/best-hypertrophy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mensjournal.com/he...</a>-armworkout#:~:text=If%20you%20want%20to%20build,loading%20a%20muscle%20takes<br /> %20on.<br /><br /> Dickey, K. (2024, June 25). 10 quotes about delayed gratification. Fiscal Fitness Phoenix. <br /><a href="https://fiscalfitnessphx.com/10-quotes-about-delayed-gratification/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://fiscalfitnessphx.com/1...</a><br /><br /> Peter Khatcherian. (2023, January 5). Why you should have an arm Day! [Video]. YouTube. <br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZ9YHQx3iNM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?...</a><br /><br /> Piana, R. (2017). Feeder workouts. Youtube. <br /><a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/ey4GkNULqdQ?si=i1WyokJwSlMscvS2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtube.com/shorts/ey4...</a><br /><br /> Subuso. (2024). Do you have an arm day? Reddit. <br /><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/naturalbodybuilding/comments/1bs9bir/do_you_have_an_arm_" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.reddit.com/r/natur...</a><br /> day/]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>528</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3f5405d43a0c7d5662ee5d7b420204de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chest Hypertrophy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chest-hypertrophy--61251546</link><description><![CDATA[In the first ever episode of the show, we open up our fit series with a deep dive into hypertrophy. The latest research from some of the most qualified in the industry is used to define hypertrophy, and we talk about ways to maximize chest hypertrophy from a conditioning standpoint. Tune in weekdays at 7:00pm and turn on all notifications for future episodes.<br /><br /><br /> References<br /><br />  <br /><br /> Bernárdez-Vázquez, R., Raya-González, J., Castillo, D., &amp; Beato, M. (2022). Resistance Training Variables for Optimization of Muscle Hypertrophy: An Umbrella review. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 4. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2022.949021" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor....</a><br /><br />  <br /><br />  Hardy, J. H., MSC. (2023). The Science of Muscle Hypertrophy: A guide for Trainers and Coaches. Faster Function. <a href="https://www.fasterfunction.com/blog/muscle-hypertrophy#" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.fasterfunction.com...</a>:~:text=Muscle%20hypertrophy%20is%20primarily%20driven,primary%20driver%20of%20muscle%20hypertrophy. <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Krzysztofik, N., Wilk, N., Wojdała, N., &amp; Gołaś, N. (2019). Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic review of advanced resistance training techniques and methods. International Journal of Environmental  Research and Public Health/International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(24), 4897. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3390</a>/ijerph16244897 <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Lorenzo, N., Serra-Prat, N., &amp; Yébenes, N. (2019). The role of water homeostasis in muscle Function and frailty: a review. Nutrients, 11(8), 1857. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3390</a>/nu11081857 <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Roig M, O'Brien K, Kirk G, Murray R, McKinnon P, Shadgan B, Reid WD. The effects of eccentric versus concentric resistance training on muscle strength and mass in healthy adults: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med. 2009 Aug;43(8):556-68. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2008.051417. Epub 2008 Nov 3. PMID: 18981046.<br /><br />  <br /><br /> Williams, J. (2023, February 3). Metabolic Stress in Resistance Training: What to Know. Workouts. <a href="https://blog.lionel.edu/metabolic-stress" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://blog.lionel.edu/metabo...</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61251546</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:01:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61251546/draft_172535149028677_audio.mp3" length="12198138" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>GymRatPat</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In the first ever episode of the show, we open up our fit series with a deep dive into hypertrophy. The latest research from some of the most qualified in the industry is used to define hypertrophy, and we talk about ways to maximize chest hypertrophy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In the first ever episode of the show, we open up our fit series with a deep dive into hypertrophy. The latest research from some of the most qualified in the industry is used to define hypertrophy, and we talk about ways to maximize chest hypertrophy from a conditioning standpoint. Tune in weekdays at 7:00pm and turn on all notifications for future episodes.<br /><br /><br /> References<br /><br />  <br /><br /> Bernárdez-Vázquez, R., Raya-González, J., Castillo, D., &amp; Beato, M. (2022). Resistance Training Variables for Optimization of Muscle Hypertrophy: An Umbrella review. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 4. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2022.949021" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor....</a><br /><br />  <br /><br />  Hardy, J. H., MSC. (2023). The Science of Muscle Hypertrophy: A guide for Trainers and Coaches. Faster Function. <a href="https://www.fasterfunction.com/blog/muscle-hypertrophy#" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.fasterfunction.com...</a>:~:text=Muscle%20hypertrophy%20is%20primarily%20driven,primary%20driver%20of%20muscle%20hypertrophy. <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Krzysztofik, N., Wilk, N., Wojdała, N., &amp; Gołaś, N. (2019). Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic review of advanced resistance training techniques and methods. International Journal of Environmental  Research and Public Health/International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(24), 4897. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3390</a>/ijerph16244897 <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Lorenzo, N., Serra-Prat, N., &amp; Yébenes, N. (2019). The role of water homeostasis in muscle Function and frailty: a review. Nutrients, 11(8), 1857. <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.3390</a>/nu11081857 <br /><br />  <br /><br /> Roig M, O'Brien K, Kirk G, Murray R, McKinnon P, Shadgan B, Reid WD. The effects of eccentric versus concentric resistance training on muscle strength and mass in healthy adults: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med. 2009 Aug;43(8):556-68. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2008.051417. Epub 2008 Nov 3. PMID: 18981046.<br /><br />  <br /><br /> Williams, J. (2023, February 3). Metabolic Stress in Resistance Training: What to Know. Workouts. <a href="https://blog.lionel.edu/metabolic-stress" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://blog.lionel.edu/metabo...</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>763</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>fitlife,fitness,gymrat,health,men'shealth,motivation,self-improvement</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3f5405d43a0c7d5662ee5d7b420204de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
