How is building a consistent exercise routine similar to maintaining a skincare routine in achieving long-term results? Sam Bartlett, founder of Exis, a premier fitness and wellness service in New York City that brings expert personal training, nutrition counseling, and recovery sessions, joins Dr. Anthony Rossi to explore the keys to starting a fitness journey, sustaining consistency, and fostering client motivation. With dual advanced degrees in Exercise Physiology and an All-American sports career, Bartlett is driven by a mission to elevate the standards of the fitness industry.  Topics include exercise’s impact on longevity, the role of supplements, bone health, and the pitfalls of fitness trends, as well as the importance of protein, fiber, and listening to the body’s needs. They also examine GLP-1 agonists for weight management, insights from professional athletes on self-investment, and the value of mindfulness in health tracking. Learn more about Exis Connect with Dr. Rossi on social media ⁠⁠⁠⁠@dranthonyrossi ⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠@rossidermMD⁠⁠ This episode is sponsored by Hooga Health: https://hoogahealth.com/ Discount Code: GIVEGOODFACE Takeaways:  -The World Health Organization recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly. -Supplements should be viewed as a temporary solution, not a replacement for healthy habits. -Behavior change is crucial for long-term fitness success. -Visceral fat is a key indicator of health that should be monitored. -Weight training is essential for bone health, especially in older adults. -Consistency in exercise is more important than the specific time of day you work out. -Avoid diets that eliminate any macronutrient. -High protein and fiber intake can help manage hunger. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Fitness and Health 06:01 Getting Started with Personal Training 11:46 Behavior Change and Client Insights 17:55 The Role of Supplements in Health 22:13 Client Goals and Aesthetic Considerations 25:52 Exercise for Bone Health and Longevity 30:13 Fads in Fitness and Nutrition 30:13 The Importance of High Protein and Fiber 33:36 Listening to Your Body: The Key to Health 35:55 Investing in Your Body: Lessons from Athletes 40:30 The Impact of GLP-1 Agonists on Health 46:45 The Role of Exercise in Weight Management 49:56 The Importance of Mindfulness in Health Tracking Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Haynow Media⁠⁠