FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast
Struggling to stay consistent with your fitness and nutrition while juggling work, family, or a busy schedule? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.
Hosted by strength coach and educator Turo Virta, this podcast delivers no-BS advice for women 40 and older, busy professionals, and anyone tired of quick fixes and yo-yo dieting.
Tune in each week for powerful solo episodes and expert interviews on topics like:
- Fat loss without tracking every calorie
- Emotional eating and mindset
- Reverse dieting and metabolism
- Hormonal changes, menopause, and belly fat
- Sustainable workouts for busy lifestyles
- Fitness motivation when you feel stuck
Whether you're restarting your journey, feeling frustrated with plateaus, or looking for training solutions that actually fit your life—this show is for you.
🎧 New episodes every week. Subscribe and take back control of your health—without the obsession.
Episodes
208 episodes
How to Stop Emotional Snacking Without Willpower
Struggling with late-night cravings, stress eating, or reaching for snacks when you're not even hungry? You’re not alone—and you’re not lacking willpower.In this solo episode, I break down why emotional snacking happens, what’s really go...
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37:05
Training in Chaos: How to Stay Consistent When Life Gets Busy
In this solo episode, I’m sharing something we all go through—how to stay consistent with your fitness when life feels completely chaotic.Whether it’s work deadlines, family responsibilities, lack of motivation, or just feeling stretched...
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Pilates, Mindset, and Body Confidence: Redefining Fitness with Lesley Logan
In this inspiring episode, Turo sits down with Pilates coach and mindset mentor Lesley Logan to explore how movement, mindset, and self-awareness can reshape our relationship with fitness and our bodies.Lesley shares her journey from di...
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59:37
Building Elite Hockey Performance: A 5-Phase Off-Season Training Plan
🏒 Off-Ice Training Secrets: How to Become a Hockey BeastI used to think training was about crushing yourself in the gym. Turns out, I was dead wrong.After years of playing pro hockey and coaching athletes, I've cracked the code to off-s...
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26:15
Breaking the Yo-Yo Diet Cycle: How Seda Transformed Her Health and How You Can Too
I've been stuck in the diet trap. Bouncing between extreme plans. Losing weight fast, then gaining it all back (plus interest). Sound familiar?Meet Seda. She was me. Keto one week, cabbage soup the next. Always chasing that quick fix. Until...
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How to Build Your Own Workout Program Based on Your Goals
Tired of workout plans that go nowhere? I've been there. Jumping between random routines, feeling confused, and seeing zero progress. Spoiler: It's not your fault.In this episode, I'm breaking down EXACTLY how to build a workout pr...
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41:07
How to Stay Consistent When Motivation Runs Out
Look, we've all been there. January 1st hits, and you're PUMPED. New year, new me. Workout clothes? Bought. Meal prep containers? Stacked. Motivation? Through the roof.Fast forward to March. Those pristine workout clothes are collecting dus...
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36:41
Emotional Eating Triggers: Identifying and Addressing the Root Causes
I get it, emotional eating is a real struggle. You're not alone. I used to be a total emotional eater myself. Whenever I was stressed, bored, or feeling down, I'd turn to food for comfort. It was my go-to coping mechanism. But here's t...
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28:16
The Weekend Struggle—How to Stay on Track Without Feeling Deprived
I get it, the weekend struggle is real. You crush it all week - meal prepping, hitting your workouts, staying on track. But then Friday hits and suddenly you're like "screw it, I deserve this." Sound familiar? Well, my friend,...
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35:15
Navigating Perimenopause: Strategies for Overcoming Weight Frustration
I get it, the scale can be a real buzzkill during perimenopause. One day you're crushing your workouts and eating clean, the next you step on that dreaded hunk of metal and BAM - the number's up. Talk about a gut punch.But here's the thing,...
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34:42
Overcoming Self-Doubt: Reframing Negative Self-Talk for Lasting Success
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a spiral of self-criticism, constantly comparing yourself to others and feeling like you just can't measure up? Yeah, me too. It's a battle I know all too well.As a fitness coach, I've seen firsthand ho...
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47:26
Strength Training Hacks: Maximizing Your Gains with Minimal Time
Hey there, friend. Are you tired of wasting your time on random workout routines that leave you feeling more frustrated than fit? Well, buckle up, because I'm about to share my top strength training hacks that'll have you building muscle and po...
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53:48
Why the Scale and Mirror are the Worst Ways to Measure Your Fitness Progress
In this episode, I'm going to let you in on a little secret: the scale and the mirror are the absolute worst ways to track your fitness progress. Look, I get it - we're all guilty of obsessing over that number on the scale and scrutini...
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33:33
How To Make Fat Loss Simpler: Proven Strategies for Lasting Results
Alright, listen up. If you're sick of the constant fitness fads and social media noise, this one's for you. As a no-nonsense fitness coach, I'm here to cut through the crap and give you the real deal on sustainable fat loss. No gimmicks, no...
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43:49
The Thyroid-Weight Connection: Dr. Derek Alessi Shares Natural Strategies for Optimization
Are you one of those folks who's been struggling with your weight, no matter how hard you try? Well, buckle up, because we've got a real treat for you today.I sat down with the one and only Dr. Derek Alessi, and let me tell you, this guy kn...
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53:57
5 Proven Strategies to Lose Weight and Keep It Off for Good
Alright, listen up. If you're sick and tired of yo-yo dieting and want to finally lose that weight for good, this episode is for you. I'm about to spill the beans on the 5 proven strategies that the most successful dieters swear by. No gimm...
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29:02
From Shame to Self-Acceptance: Navigating Body Positivity
Oof, body image struggles - it's a doozy, isn't it? We've all been there, staring in the mirror, wondering 'what happened?' But my friend, the path from shame to self-acceptance is one we can walk together. In this episode, I'm diving deep ...
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34:05
Overcoming the "All or Nothing" Mindset: How Don's Practical Approach Led to Sustainable Lifestyle Changes
Don Fortner is one tough cookie. At 71 years old, this high school teacher from Indiana was struggling with his health - packing on the pounds and dealing with pesky sciatica issues. But Don wasn't about to let Father Time get the best of him. ...
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52:07
Conquer the Holidays Without Losing Your Fitness Progress
Turo here, and I'm about to spill the beans on how to conquer the holidays without losing your fitness progress. Look, we all know December is a minefield. Cookies, parties, and way too much eggnog. 90% of my clients struggle to stay o...
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33:56
Simplicity Wins: How Dee Mastered Sustainable Fitness Through 3 Key Habits
Alright, listen up. If you're anything like me, you've probably tried every fitness fad under the sun. Keto, Paleo, Insanity workouts - you name it, I've probably given it a go. And you know what? It's all a load of rubbish. That's why...
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56:11
The Truth About Meal Plans: Why They Fail and What to Do Instead
In this FitMitTuro Podcast episode I'm about to spill the beans on why those rigid meal plans you see all over social media are a total waste of time for most people.Look, I get it - the promise of quick results is tempting. But the reality...
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43:57
Tired of Feeling Bloated and Uncomfortable? Gut Health Expert Atavia Minoudis Has the Answer
Gut health expert Atavia Minoudis joins the FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast to spill the tea on IBS. We dive deep into the complex world of irritable bowel syndrome, uncovering the surprising causes, debunking common myths, and sharing Atavia's pers...
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49:03
Mastering the Nervous System with Tom Swales: Game-Changing Strategies Every Athlete Needs to Know
In this captivating FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable story of Tom Swales, a physiotherapist and performance coach who faced a near-death experience and emerged with a renewed perspective on health, recovery, and a...
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The Power of Variety: Alain Kohl Reveal the Key to Effective and Engaging Workouts
In this episode, Turo Virta welcomes Alain Kohl, a former professional cliff diver and current personal and group fitness coach, to discuss the importance of variety in training. Alain is one of very few quests who has been in Podcast two times...
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