Tuesday, November 22, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: "Secrets of Skinny People"

Sure, some people are born with naturally thin physiques (ectomorphs) and have an easier time keeping the weight off than most. But even they will gain weight if they consume too much and move too little. So how do those people who achieve and then maintain a healthy weight do it? What are their "secrets?" In this episode of The Burn you will learn how their "secrets" are really "habits," ones that you too can start doing today to achieve your healthiest self.

The Bowflex Burn: "Change Your Mind, Change Your Body"

Most people don't realize how incredibly important their mindset is to achieving their fitness goals. As Henry Ford said, "Whether you think you can, or think you can't, you are right." Our internal monologues dictate what we believe we can and cannot achieve. Learn how to harness the incredible power of the mind in the episode of The Bowflex Burn to help you achieve your loftiest goals. 

The Bowflex Burn: "Workout Mistakes You Don't Know You're Making"

Gym memberships are at an all-time high and more and more and more people are working out at home, yet so few people are achieving their fitness goals (and many are getting hurt.) Why? One of the primary reasons - Workout mistakes. Are you making them, too? In this episode of the Burn you'll learn what they are and how to fix them once-and-for-all. 

The Bowflex Burn: "When Good Workouts Go Bad"

The guy on the treadmill next to you with the unbelievable body odor... Treadmill accidents... Excessive grunting... If you've spent any amount of time in a gym you've experienced at least a few of these - Listen to Tom and Linda discuss their favorite "Good Woekouts Gone Bad" stories from their decades spent  both working in and working out in the gym.

The Bowflex Burn: "Exercise and Age"

Is age really just a number? Is strength training truly the fountain of youth? Are there certain exercises you shouldn't do after age 40, 50 or 60? Get the answers to these questions and much more about exercise and aging on this episode of The Bowflex Burn. 

The Bowflex Burn: "Things That May Surprise You About Losing Weight"

Why do so many people fail to achieve their weight loss goals? They listen to bad information from self-proclaimed "fitness experts, many with little to no formal training or education. In this episode of The Burn Tom & Linda debunk more myths and misconceptions about weight loss. 

Saturday, September 3, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: "The Secrets of Strength Training"

Strength training has been called "The fountain of youth" and for good reason - The benefits to our health are both numerous and profound. Lifting weights raises our metabolisms, burns calories, prevents injury and adds to our overall quality of life, to name but a few of the positive side effects. The problem is that most people lift weights incorrectly and inefficiently, which leads to decreased results and an increased likelihood of injury. In this episode of The Burn Tom & Linda reveal how to get the most out of your strength training workouts. 

The Bowflex Burn: "Taking Your Workout Outside"

One of the secrets to making fitness a part of your life is to mix it up, varying what you do and where you do it to keep it fun and interesting. You can exercise at the gym, at home, and take it outside as well. Exercising outdoors can be one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to make it a part of your life - In this episode of The Burn Tom & Linda reveal fun and effective ways to take your workout outside.

The Bowflex Burn: "Exercise Motivation"

When it comes to exercise most people know what they need to do - they just struggle doing it. Motivation can be one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to exercising consistently. Learn how to find what motivates you to make the small, consistent changes that bring big results. With special guest Nancy Dunham, a woman who went from 275 pounds to 175 pounds in one year and has kept it off. 

The Bowflex Burn: "The Top Fitness Myths Debunked"

One of the main reasons people fail to achieve their health and fitness goals is that they believe the myriad myths that have been around forever. Tom & Linda discuss and debunk the top exercise myths that are costing you time, money, and keeping you from achieving the best you. 

The Bowflex Burn: "Sugar"

Some in the health industry claim that sugar "is toxic and poses the biggest health threat to the nation." True? False? How much can we have each day? Is artificial better than "real?" In this episode of The Burn Tom & Linda discuss the hard facts about sugar.

The Bowflex Burn: "Why We Struggle With Food"

Food: We can't live without it, yet so many people struggle to maintain a healthy weight, trying to eat the right things in the right quantity at the right time. The confusion is understandable because the contradictory information is never-ending; Should we eat high-protein? Low-fat? Low-carb? With special guest Dr. Irv Rubenstein.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: "The Power of Walking"

Walking - It's the most popular form of exercise for a reason: You can do it inside (TreadClimber) or out, anywhere & anytime, and it's a great way to get started on a fitness program. Learn how to get the most out of your walking workouts (yes, there are ways to maximize your results walking!) With special guest Dale Rule, who lost 140 pounds by walking and has kept it off.

The Bowflex Burn: "The Power of Protein"

Protein: It's a macronutrient most people don't get enough of, yet is essential to optimal health. How much should you have every day? What are the best sources of protein? Should you take protein supplements? Learn all about the power of protein in this episode of The Burn, with special guest Kenny Mauer, professional basketball referee and founder of Mauer Sports Nutrition. www.mauersportsnutrition.com

The Bowflex Burn: "Fitness Tech"

Smart watches, activity trackers, WiFi scales, biometric clothing, an infinite number of fitness apps: The world of fitness technology is exploding, but will it really make a difference? With special guest Chris Blyth, co-founder of Lift Session. www.liftsession.com

The Bowflex Burn: "The Biggest Loser: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly"

In this episode of The Burn Tom and Linda discuss The Biggest Loser TV show: Weighing the good with the bad along with leading weight-loss expert Dr. Brian Quebbemann. www.thenewprogram.com

The Bowflex Burn: "Flat Belly Tips"

Flat abs, need we say more? Almost everyone wants them, yet so few actually achieve them. A huge part of the problem is all the misinformation out there about how to truly get flat abs (Hint: It's not 7-Second Ab DVDs) Yes, it can be done - Here's how!

The Bowflex Burn: "Top Gym Mistakes"

Gym memberships and obesity rates are both at all-time highs: Obviously something is wrong. One reason is that the vast majority of people at the gym are working out incredibly ineffectively, wasting their time and their money. Learn the top mistakes people are making at the gym, how to maximize your time as well as your results!

The Bowflex Burn: "Boozing and Losing"

Alcohol and abs - Can you have both?! In this episode of the Burn (one of the most popular) Tom and Linda talk all about alcohol: Which drinks have the most calories? Does the body process alcohol differently? Is wine really good for you? With special guest Mark Warren from FitVine Wine. www.fitvinewine.com.

The Bowflex Burn: "How to Stay Fit While Traveling"

Just because you're traveling for work or vacation doesn't mean you can't stay on top of your fitness plan! This episode, with Tom broadcasting while on vacation from the island of Grenada, is chock full of tips and tricks on how to stay fit on the road, both eating as well as exercise.

The Bowflex Burn: "Intro Show: Meet Tom Holland & Linda Melone"

Episode #1: The very first episode of The Burn! Meet fitness experts Tom Holland and Linda Melone and hear what The Bowflex Burn is all about.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: "How to Eat for Weight Loss"

IFBB Figure Pro ​Linda Stephens joins Tom in the studio and ​talks about ways to achieve your biggest fitness goals, including how to eat for weight loss without losing your mind.

The Bowflex Burn: "Top Gym Pet Peeves"

Not putting back your weights... Not wiping your sweat off the machines... Excessive grunting... Tom & Linda discuss the oh-so-annoying things (and people) that drive you crazy in the gym!

The Bowflex Burn: "Motivation & Goal-Setting"

Special Guest: Adventurer Sean Swarner: Diagnosed with two different and unrelated forms of cancer in his teens, Sean became the first cancer survivor to summit Mt. Everest, and much more. Hear his amazing story and be inspired to push your own boundaries.

The Bowflex Burn: "Kids & Sports"

Special Guest child psychologist Dr. Robert Franks, PhD. Tom & Linda ​discuss children and sports: Are we pushing kids too hard? Should we banish participation trophies? What's they best feedback to give our kids? And more...

The Bowflex Burn: "Exercise & Creativity"

Syndicated cartoonist & Ironman competitor Maria Scrivan joins Tom in the studio, discussing the connection between exercise and creativity and how she uses her workouts as an integral part of her artistic process.​

The Bowflex Burn: "HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training"



Tom & Linda interview top exercise researcher Michele Olson, PhD, who reveals the latest info on high-intensity workouts and ​the high cost of extreme routines - both now and in the near future.

Monday, May 16, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: "Diet Myths That Just Won't Die"

Tom & Linda discuss the truth about fad diets: Why they don't work and why they just won't seem to go away

Monday, April 18, 2016

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

The Bowflex Burn: Celebrity Guest Nick Hexum from the Band 311

The Burn: The Bowflex Radio Show - Guest: Nick Hexum, lead singer of the band 311 talks about staying fit on the road, his upcoming race up the Empire State Building and much more!