Ever wondered what actually goes on in the world of personal training beyond the gym selfies and fitness fads? In this episode of Trivia Tangents, I’m joined by Sulyn Harvey, a personal trainer living in Europe, to talk about all things health, wellness, and the science behind staying strong.We kick things off with some fitness trivia (because of course we do 😏):Who was the real “Godfather of Fitness”?What’s the molecule that powers your every move?And how many calories are really in a pound of fat?But as always, the trivia is just the start. Sulyn shares her journey from UC Davis to Germany, what inspired her to start her own online training business, and how she helps clients build healthier relationships with food, movement, and themselves.Expect laughter, myth-busting, and a few spicy tangents (literally, she’s obsessed with mouth-numbing Sichuan food 🌶️).🎧 Tune in for:Fitness facts that actually make senseHonest talk about the fitness industryWhy your scale doesn’t tell the whole storyAnd what real, sustainable health looks likeLinks:Sulyn’s business: Catalyst CoachingSulyn’s Instagram: @sulynharveySulyn’s TikTok :@sulynharvey***If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a positive rating, share it with a friend, and follow to get notified when new episodes drop every Thursday!Have a topic you’d love us to cover or want to be a guest? Fill out the form here: https://triviatangentspodcast.com/contactLet’s connect!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triviatangents/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@triviatangentspodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LinaOsofsky/shortsWebsite: https://triviatangentspodcast.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:17 Meet Health & Fitness Coach, Sulyn04:54 The Godfather Of Modern Fitness08:23 Sulyn's Fitness Journey16:31 Transitioning from In-Person to Online Coaching24:14 Understanding Energy in the Body28:17 Nutrition Beyond Calories31:04 Reframing Food Relationships: 80/20 Rule34:57 Cultural Perspectives on Diets37:45 Quality of Food: US vs Europe39:50 Lifestyle, Work-Life-Balance, Walkable Cities: US vs Europe42:38 Szechuan Comfort Food46:49 Understanding Weight Loss & Calories48:08 Debunking Myths: The Scale and Body Fat Loss51:20 The Importance of Muscle56:00 The Misconception of Cardio vs. Strength Training (EPOC)57:22 The Reality of Weight Loss Fads01:00:13 Mindset and Self-Compassion in Your Fitness Journey01:03:21 Conclusion

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