Fitness Confidential With Vinnie Tortorich

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

Dr. Jason Fung speaks with Vinnie Tortorich on today's Angriest Trainer podcast concerning the effects of diet and insulin. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS DR. FUNG Kidney specialist  Works often with type 2 diabetics -- biggest cause of kidney nephropathy Type 2 linked closely with obesity  Insulin has negative effects  DONALDSONVILLE People all on tons of meds All have a sugary drink and some awful food in their hands MISUNDERSTANDING OF WEIGHT GAIN Obesity links tons of diseases together Dr. Fung started by asking: What causes obesity? Sugar is the enemy, not calories  When you eat less calories, your energy expenditure (and thus fat/fuel usage) goes down  You simply get hungrier Takes time to lose the weight  Cortisol is a stress hormone -- encourages getting fat Leptin -- produced by fat cells, regulates how much fat is in the body If you have lots of fat, leptin is released and tells your brain to stop gaining more weight When you are quite fat, your body stops responding to leptin  Se

Vinnie Tortorich and cohost Anna Vocino discuss lack of medication, hormones, and NSNG helping people on this Monday episode of the Angriest Trainer podcast. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS vinnie15 DONALDSONVILLE Vinnie's hometown Last time he visited, he commented how many people were overly obese and all were on at least 3 medications There was initially some backlash, now many are NSNG and getting healthier Vinnie is visiting again soon and will do a show with some NSNGers there  LISTENER DEXTER Listener had food, pain, and other problems  Now, he does cardio, eats healthy, and feels way better He supports NSNG and PVC!  AMAZON WINNER OF THE WEEK Andrea Roberts is the winner She bought period underpants that are stain proof through Vinnie's website  She has also been doing NSNG to help her health issues She will win some NSNG/PVC garb  CREATINE  We get creatine from meat Your body also makes it If you start taking creatine, your body stops making it (bad) If you take anabolic hormones, you

Gary Taubes makes a second appearance on the Friday edition of the Angriest Trainer podcast with Vinnie Tortorich. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS GARY TAUBES & HIS MUST-READS Gary is a reporter/journalist (NY Times) and a controversial guy, has done one of the best interviews in this podcast's history Writing another book currently -- so is Vinnie!  Went to Harvard, Stanford, Columbia  Ivy League education definitely affected him  VINNIE'S READING Reads incredibly slowly but comprehends way more than the average person Scientific brain -- he doesn't assume, he knows  Ended up allowing him to not pay attention in class, just read the books NUTRITION WRITING He was doing nutritional pieces for science sections  He looked at evidence and saw whether or not it really was supported Gary wrote a controversial article calling out the nutrition world for saying low fat was bad  Initially was researching what caused the obesity epidemic? Two hypotheses: high fructose corn syrup, shift to low fat d