Welcome to the Burns Fitness Podcast! I’m Stephanie Burns, a personal trainer and weight loss coach with a passion for helping people reach their health goals sustainably – no quick fixes, no extremes, just progress over perfection. In each episode, we dive into practical tips, science-backed insights, and real-talk about the journey to better health, all geared toward making healthy living a lasting part of your life. Join me and let’s work together toward a balanced, stronger, and healthier you – one small, steady step at a time.
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Welcome to the Burns Fitness Podcast! I’m Stephanie Burns, a personal trainer and weight loss coach with a passion for helping people reach their health goals sustainably – no quick fixes, no extremes, just progress over perfection. In each episode, we dive into practical tips, science-backed insights, and real-talk about the journey to better health, all geared toward making healthy living a lasting part of your life. Join me and let’s work together toward a balanced, stronger, and healthier you – one small, steady step at a time.
Numbers Don’t Lie—But Are You Tracking the Right Ones?
The Burns Fitness Podcast
1 hour 22 minutes
9 months ago
Numbers Don’t Lie—But Are You Tracking the Right Ones?
Understanding Baseline Stats: What They Mean & Why They Matter
Ever feel like you’re drowning in numbers from your smartwatch or scale, but have no idea what they actually mean? In this episode, we’re breaking down the most common health and fitness stats—what they really tell you, which ones actually matter, and how to use them to your advantage. Spoiler alert: the scale isn’t the only number worth paying attention to!
We’ll dive into: ✅ HRV, blood pressure, sleep metrics, and stress levels—why they matter and how to improve them ✅ VO2 Max, training status and readiness—what they reveal about your fitness ✅ Body composition metrics like body fat %, muscle mass and bone mass—which ones actually matter for long-term health
If you’re ready to stop fixating on the scale and start tracking what really moves the needle, this episode is for you! Tune in now to find out which numbers you should focus on and how to start improving them today.
The Burns Fitness Podcast
Welcome to the Burns Fitness Podcast! I’m Stephanie Burns, a personal trainer and weight loss coach with a passion for helping people reach their health goals sustainably – no quick fixes, no extremes, just progress over perfection. In each episode, we dive into practical tips, science-backed insights, and real-talk about the journey to better health, all geared toward making healthy living a lasting part of your life. Join me and let’s work together toward a balanced, stronger, and healthier you – one small, steady step at a time.