1 Meal 1 Workout

This week, the guys are joined by Roger Wright for a recap of Aaron's (and Roger's) marathon experience at the Georgia Publix Marathon.

This episode, the guys discuss 20 "super foods", Alton Brown, super-concentrated awesome coffee, and more!

Pink is the new red. Hemsworth is the new Baldwin, and SITTING is the new SMOKING? What's that about?

Quit working out? That's crazy talk! I don't really mean "quit" working out. But maybe there's reason to take a break.

This week, Mark, Don (Don's back!) and Aaron visit with Rick Wyckoff. Hear how Rick has entirely changed his life in less than 1 year. He's down over 180 lbs!

This week, Mark and Aaron visit with fitness, nutrition, lifestyle coach Kate Deering. We discuss eggs, exercise, and the psychology of getting fit!

Listen to the amazing story Julie Mead of who lost over 300 pounds (yes, you read that right, THREE HUNDRED POUNDS!) With a combination of Weight Watcher's, regular workouts, and steely determination.

The Biggest Loser! Hit show in a couple of dozen countries, right? Tonight, the guys discuss an interesting article from Kate Deering of katedeering.com. Kate has some strong opinions about the show, and whether or not it's actually a positive thing.

Well, 2012 is one for the books. Here the final take on what's going on at "1 Meal - 1 Workout."

This week the guys are joined by Lori Gibbs, a comedian from the Great Frozen North who shares her efforts to lose 150 pounds in her blog called "Losing Lori."

The guys recap their goals for 2012 in a quick show and Aaron gives us a peak into his marathon training routine, before heading out for a 4-mile run!

Aaron and Mark chat with their long time friend about the choice he made to change his life for the better after a lifetime of being overweight. We learn about the progress he's made, his goals for the future, and where he finds his inspiration.

Tonight, the guys talk. No guest, but a nice combination of humor and heart-felt honesty.

What's a triathlon? Think you could NEVER run one? Meet Jana Cummiskey and find out how she got started doing just that!

Tonight, Elizabeth Knecht from CaveMomChronicles.com brings the goods again. We discuss how to deal with everyone around not necessarily being "on board" with your eating decisions. And a pudding recipe you won't believe!

This week the guys discuss motivation with Gretchen Agans! Need a little? Come get some!!

This week we talk to Joshua Hahn, long-time friend of Aaron and recent Paleo convert. Hear about the amazing results Joshua has experienced since his changes in diet and exercise.

Ever wonder why dieting is hard? So did we. Here's our discussion about it...and some interesting articles, too!

This week we discuss foods that might SEEM to be healthy, or better choices, but might just have you sabotaging yourself.

Every week Aaron gets some of the same questions about his fitness success. Here are the questions...and the answers! And as a bonus, some great discussion about healthy eating choices.

This week, the guys are joined by Steven Campbell, a friend and co-worker of Aaron's that did it! He built an honest-to-goodness TREADPUTER. Find out exactly how he did it.

Basically, Mark, Don and Aaron talk about themselves. No, really. Their successes, their failures. Their weaknesses, their strengths. Maybe you can relate?

This week we talk with fellow blogger and podcaster Heather Robertson, who has literally lost HALF of herself in her journey to fitness.

Tonight, Aaron and Don talk about the basics of the 1 Meal - 1 Workout philosophy. How Aaron got started, and what's worked for them!

For the first time EVER, Mark, Don and Aaron were in the same room at the same time...and just like that, podcast history was made! The guys discuss where they are in their own fitness journeys, the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion, and more!

This week the guys discuss the Paleo diet with Elizabeth Knecht. Elizabeth has lost an incredible 166 lbs in 8 months!

This week the Don and Aaron are joined by Joshua Perkins to discuss alternatives to "exercise". We're not talking about liposuction, but instead alternatives to "traditional exercises" like running and weight training.

This week we talk with Tony Scornavacco! When Tony was 16 years old, he decided to make a change, and in a short time, he lost 85 lbs and transformed his life!

This week, the guys are joined by Aaron's good friend Mike McCrary. Hear about Mike's own fitness journey, and one of the "tools in his belt": the FitBit. What's the FitBit, you ask? A cool piece of technology to help you track your fitness life.

Have you ever heard of Geocaching? It's the world-wide game that anyone can play. If you're like most people and love the joy of discovery, it might just be for you! We learn all about geocaching from geocacher Kim Scornavacco!

Today, the guys talk with Roger Wright about his incredible journey to fitness. Here how he went from overweight and sedentary to running the Boston Marathon in 10 months!

Did you know that "it sucks to be fat"? We talk to Jennifer Swafford of the "It Sux to Be Fat" blog, learn about her weight loss journey, her blog, and life! She recently won "Best Weight Loss Blog" from Fitness Magazine!

This week Shawn Kibel is back, and we discuss his experience with the Warrior Dash. Should you do it? Is it for you? Find out!

Have you heard of the Paleo Diet? Join us for a discussion about the pros, cons, ins and yes, the outs of the Paleo Diet!

This week Aaron and Don talk to Shawn Kibel the "other half" of Element Opie. The topic? MOTIVATION!

Everything you need to know about creating a home gym is in the THIS podcast! We talk with Aaron's long-time friend Adam Brown about what it takes to guild that perfect home gym...for you!

Thinking of joining a gym? Should you? If so, how do you pick the right one? What should you look out far? What are the "red flags?"

Have you heard of High Intensity Interval Training, or "HIIT"? It might be just the thing you need to jump start your workout. Learn what you need to know about how to get started!

This week, pediatric dietitian Lara Field returns to discuss the topic of "picky eaters". It's never too early (or too late) to start your kids (and yourself) down the right path with their eating habits!

What's a "running nerd?" Ever wonder why some people love to run and others hate it? Can't seem to get your "running mojo" going? We chat with Tes Sobomehin, founder of RunningNerds to find out how to get over the hump.

Having trouble sleeping? Are you one of those "early birds"...maybe a "night owl"? Do you always feel tired? Join us as we speak with Dr. Scott Leibowitz, sleep specialist with Piedmont Heart Institute to discuss these topics and more.

In this episode the guys talk with Aaron's good friend Gretchen Agans. Hear about her success with Weight Watchers, and the new Facebook group she's started called "Fit and Fabulous"

What do you call a show about a multitude of topics? How about a hodgepodge? Hear how YOU can help US! Get an update on Mark's personal experience having a sleep study, using a CPAP machine, and the change it has made in his life.

This episode the guys tackle the topics of social pressure to eat, family pressures and dynamics and more.

This week, Don and Aaron discuss a variety of topics, all sparked by recent blogposts from 1meal1workout.com! It's not JUST a place to park a podcast.

Is it okay to be fat? That's the question the guys tackle on this episode! There's an organization called the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance (NAAFA), whose goal is "protecting the rights and improving the quality of life for fat people.

This week we're joined by Lara Field, registered dietitian, celiac disease expert, and pediatric nutrition expert to discuss childhood obesity. She shares suggestions on how to help our children live healthy lives and make better choices.

This week, the guys talk with Travis Saunders, a PhD student researching the relationship between sedentary time and chronic disease risk in children and youth. He is also a Certified Exercise Physiologist and competitive distance runner.

This week the guys discuss compulsive eating, getting back on track, how to win the "head game" and more. Quite the lively discussion! Oh, and Aaron uses dozens of cliches, too.

He's back! Who, you might ask, is back? Steve Kamb, that's who! The leader of the Rebellion from NerdFitness.com is back with us for a second week discussing fitness and health.

This week the guys chat with Steve Kamb, founder and architect of the Nerd Rebellion occurring over at NerdFitness.com. Don't know what that is? Check out the podcast.

It's that time again! It's time for New Year's resolutions, right? Maybe so, maybe no. Join the guys as they discuss a better way to approach the whole resolution concept.

Merry Christmas from Element Opie Productions

Merry Christmas from Element Opie Productions

Family Episode? What does that mean? Meet "the 1 Meal - 1 Workout kids", and find out what THEY think about eating right and exercising. Also, it's a 2 year anniversary...find out the anniversary of what!

Ah! The holiday season. You gotta love all the good food and good fun. But how do you make it through the holidays without having a two month set-back? This week the guys discuss making better social choices, AND smarter food choices.

This week the guys discuss Snake Oil and Pixie Dust...also known as weight loss pills and diet supplements. Are they safe? Are they effective? Also meet Kelly Duncan, our newest "test pilot", and be encouraged in your own journey!

This week the guys discuss the the Top 10 Reasons (Excuses) that people have for NOT eating right or exercising. Maybe your favorite reason make the list!

This week the guys are joined by Danial Sims. Danial shares the experiences, both good and bad, of his recent liposuction surgery. What went just like he thought, what was better...and what was worse.

This week Aaron and Mark tackle the somewhat controversial topic of Intermittent Fasting, or IF. They discuss different methods, pros and cons, and their personal experiences!

This week the guys are joined by recent gastric bypass patient John Campbell. John is also a nurse practitioner by profession and an all around cool guy. He's only a couple of months post-surgery, and candidly shares his experiences.

So...Joshua Perkins and I participated in the Virginia Tough Mudder on October 22nd. It was quite the adventure. You can hear all the details, including an obstacle-by-obstacle breakdown of the course, on this week's podcast.

This week the guys are joined by registered dietitian Lara Field. Lara is on the advisory board and an executive committee member of the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center. They are also joined by Jennifer Perritte, who lives with the disease.

This week the guys talk with Life Coach Jarian Rich. What's a "Life Coach"? Who needs one? Listen and find out all the answers and more!

This week, the guys speak with Certified Master Personal Trainer Jason Carver of Dream Body, Inc. He's also one of the driving forces behind the Active Atlanta Campaign, a non-profit organization comprised of a group of young health professionals who want

This week the guys discuss staying motivated: how to do it, what to do when something's stolen your "mojo", and more! Need a little pick me up? This might just be the prescription.

Feel like you meet yourself coming and going? Are you one of the few people that really is too busy to schedule a workout? This week the guys discuss some practical ways to add a little activity to your life.

Synopsis:   Fitness by the Numbers! What does that mean? Do you know your average blood pressure? How about your latest lipid panel results? Hemoglobin A1c? Also, what's your "BMI?" And should you even care? The guys discuss risk factors, hidden dangers, and more! In the News: New York Times article: Attacking the Obesity Epidemic by First Figuring Out Its Cause Tips: Eat less tip: Replace your "white foods" - white potatoes, rice, and bread - with wheat or whole grain Exercise More Tip: Fuel yourself after a workout

Synopsis:   This week, the guys are joined by Dr. Scott Leibowitz, a sleep specialist with the Piedmont Heart Institute. If you are overweight, you don't want to miss this one! Hear how obesity, sleep disorders, heart disease, diabetes and more, are all tied together. I'm not overstating it when I say this podcast could change your life! In the News: Fidgeting Your way to Fitness Tips: Eat Less: Try a new (and healthy) food Exercise More: Try a free trial gym membership with a friend

Synopsis:   Today, the guys are joined by Mike Sherrill. Hear the story of how he came to the decision to have gastric bypass surgery, how it changed his life, and what his life is like now, post-surgery. You may be surprised by some of the answers! In the News: Maggie Goes on a Diet

Synopsis:   Today, the guys are joined by Dr. Steven Lenhard, MD and Cindi Haga of Piedmont Physicians in Marietta, Georgia, to discuss the facts about the HCG Diet. What it really is, how it really works, and is it something for you? In the News: McDonald's Trims Happy Meal Tips: ​Eat Less: Don't starve yourself! ​Exercise more: If you're dreading your workout, ask yourself "Why?"

Synopsis:   On this week's show, the guys talk with trainer (and author) Sam Brown. The discussion covers: working out in the home, exercises that require little or no equipment, Chuck Norris, and more! On top of all that, Sam was nice enough to record an exclusive 1 Meal - 1 Workout video demonstrating some of the exercises he recommends. Links: 1M1W Youtube Channel

Synopsis:   This week, Aaron is joined by Mark and Shawn of the Tightwad Tech podcast to discuss some of their favorite fitness-related apps and gadgets. Links: In the News:  Common Hydration Myths Endomondo RunKeeper CardioTrainer Noom RideTrac CalorieCounter Garmin SportsWatch Nike+ Sports Kit EarndIt.com

Synopsis:   This week, we meet "Test Pilot" Tiffany, someone that's working the 1 Meal - 1 Workout plan, and hear about her progress! We also discuss running, racing, and race promotion with Mark Vescio of Run for It! Productions. Hear his inspiring story, and find out why running might just by the ticket for you! Links: In the News:  Colonics?  Not so much Locomotive Series Anything Is Possible 5K Big Peach Running Company Portion Size is Key

Synopsis:   Ever heard the rumor that "running is bad for your knees"? This week, the guys are joined by Dr. Stephen Eggleston, orthopedic surgeon, to tackle that question, among many others,. in an episode titled “Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones, but Does Training Really Hurt Me?" Links: The 10 Fattest States in America  Road to Tough Mudder Blog

Synopsis:   Are you a person that's been overweight, out of shape, or unhealthy for years? All your life? Maybe you've tried to start different diet and exercise plans only to be overwhelmed by all the changes. This week, Aaron and Don (and Mark) are tackling that toughest of topics: how to get started! Hear their thoughts and ideas on how to take those crucial first steps. Maybe it's not as tough as you thought. Links: USA Today article: Go Easy On Your Workout as the Weather Heats Up

Synopsis:   Aaron and Mark had such a good time last week with Don Sullivan, they invited him back! This week, Aaron, Mark and Don talk about the myths and realities surrounding the dreaded "diet plateau". How to beat it, and then when you're ready, how to meet it! Tips: Eat Less: String Cheese- It's tasty, low-calorie, portable, and just plain fun. Exercise More: Check out a great forum thread Don started about being active without exercising.

Synopsis:   Meet Jennifer, the first "Test Pilot" in the 1 Meal - 1 Workout program, as well Don Sullivan, 100+ lbs into a fitness journey of his own. Hear their stories, battles, successes, and insights. Let's learn to Eat Less and Exercise More together! Tips: Eat Less: Eat whole grain whenever possible, it's an easy way to reduce sugar intake and offers a number of health benefits Exercise More: Have FUN!- Try different things, mix it up, remind yourself of the benefits

Synopsis:   Aaron Butler and his guest Adam Brown, the "Everyman Fitness Guru", discuss Adam's commitment to a healthy lifestyle, what it has taken for him to stick to it, and how to apply some of the things he's learned to your own life. If you're an "average Joe" or "average Jane" and seem to have trouble making those lifestyle changes stick, this is the episode for you. Tips: Eat Less: Set yourself up for success with snacks- Buy healthy snacks that are not calorie dense and keep them everywhere you might need them Exercise More: "Direct Deposit" your workout, i.e. make yourself walk to the place where you walk.

Synopsis:   Join host Aaron Butler as he introduces "1 Meal - 1 Workout", his approach to food and fitness that has helped him in his own journey to lose more than 130 pounds (and counting!) 1 Meal - 1 Workout is not a diet or an exercise program. It's a philosophy that lets you fail and start again, move forward one day at a time, and make progress in your goals to live a healthy life. Tips: Eat Less: Beware of "Calorie Dense Foods" If you're curious, you can look just about anything up on http://nutritiondata.self.com/ You can eat a medium fries from Wendy's...or 4.5 apples, they're about the same calories. Exercise More: Have the Right Perspective. Put your workouts on your calendar.  It's hard to make it to your next workout when you don't know when it is. Make it, in your mind, as important as your day job.  If you don't go to work, you're not taking care of your family.  If you don't go to workOUT, you're not taking care of your family.