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        <itunes:summary>Mike Karpenko shares health, personal, and professional development. Here is your free master class of straight talk and simple strategies with tips, education and real life experiences. All to help you achieve and maintain a healthy and fulfilling life. Submit your questions to info@fitidentity.com.  For more info, support help, blogs and videos, and to stream the show visit www.mikekarpenko.com</itunes:summary>
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                <itunes:title>My 2024 Health Awards go to...</itunes:title>
                <title>My 2024 Health Awards go to...</title>

                <itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Award Categories &amp;amp; Winners&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Nutrition Tip of 2024&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Eat More Protein&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Insight&lt;/strong&gt;: From all dietary approaches, the focus on protein.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Personal Training Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Future&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight&lt;/strong&gt;: Personalized coaching for $199/month - high-quality customization.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Program-Based Training Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Ladder&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Features&lt;/strong&gt;: Periodization, progressive overload, and high-quality programming.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Health Supplement&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Berberine&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: For regulating blood sugar, improving cholesterol, and aiding weight loss.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Prescription Supplement&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: GLP-1s (e.g., Semaglutide)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pros&lt;/strong&gt;: Effective for weight management.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cons&lt;/strong&gt;: High cost, potential misuse.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Fitness Tracker&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Fitbit 6&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Compatibility with Android and iOS, broad health monitoring features.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Sleep Tool&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Oura Ring (for sleep tracking)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Honorable Mention&lt;/strong&gt;: Eight Sleep Pod (advanced sleep optimization).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Follow-Along Fitness Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Peloton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Features&lt;/strong&gt;: Leaderboards, competition, and variety.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Fitness Equipment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Dumbbells&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Versatility &amp;amp; accessibility for all fitness levels.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Exercise of 2024&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Walking&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insight&lt;/strong&gt;: Steps best for fat and weight loss.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Home Fitness Equipment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Walking Pad&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Perfect for multitasking and consistent movement indoors.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Nutrition Plan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Dolce Diet (Living Lean/3 Weeks to Shredded)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Attributes&lt;/strong&gt;: Sustainable, effective, led by expert Mike Dolce.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Free Workouts&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline Girvan (YouTube)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Simple &amp;amp; effective&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top YouTube Fitness Influencer (Men)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Jeff Cavaliere (Athlean-X)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight&lt;/strong&gt;: Expert in biomechanics and sports training.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Science-Based Fitness YouTuber&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Jeff Nippard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Science Based content.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trainer of the Year&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Don Saladino&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Respected. expert, authenticity, and celebrity training.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Fitness Podcast&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Huberman Lab by Dr. Andrew Huberman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight&lt;/strong&gt;: Informative episodes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Healthy Dad of the Year&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Jason Khalipa&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Exemplifies balance between fitness, fatherhood, and community engagement.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Award Categories &amp; Winners</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Top Nutrition Tip of 2024</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Eat More Protein</li><li><strong>Key Insight</strong>: From all dietary approaches, the focus on protein.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Personal Training Platform</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Future</li><li><strong>Highlight</strong>: Personalized coaching for $199/month - high-quality customization.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Program-Based Training Platform</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Ladder</li><li><strong>Features</strong>: Periodization, progressive overload, and high-quality programming.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Health Supplement</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Berberine</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: For regulating blood sugar, improving cholesterol, and aiding weight loss.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Prescription Supplement</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: GLP-1s (e.g., Semaglutide)</li><li><strong>Pros</strong>: Effective for weight management.</li><li><strong>Cons</strong>: High cost, potential misuse.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Fitness Tracker</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Fitbit 6</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Compatibility with Android and iOS, broad health monitoring features.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Sleep Tool</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Oura Ring (for sleep tracking)</li><li><strong>Honorable Mention</strong>: Eight Sleep Pod (advanced sleep optimization).</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Follow-Along Fitness Platform</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Peloton</li><li><strong>Features</strong>: Leaderboards, competition, and variety.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Fitness Equipment</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Dumbbells</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Versatility &amp; accessibility for all fitness levels.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Exercise of 2024</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Walking</li><li><strong>Insight</strong>: Steps best for fat and weight loss.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Home Fitness Equipment</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Walking Pad</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Perfect for multitasking and consistent movement indoors.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Nutrition Plan</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Dolce Diet (Living Lean/3 Weeks to Shredded)</li><li><strong>Key Attributes</strong>: Sustainable, effective, led by expert Mike Dolce.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Free Workouts</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Caroline Girvan (YouTube)</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Simple &amp; effective</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top YouTube Fitness Influencer (Men)</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Jeff Cavaliere (Athlean-X)</li><li><strong>Highlight</strong>: Expert in biomechanics and sports training.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Science-Based Fitness YouTuber</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Jeff Nippard</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Science Based content.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Trainer of the Year</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Don Saladino</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Respected. expert, authenticity, and celebrity training.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Top Fitness Podcast</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Huberman Lab by Dr. Andrew Huberman</li><li><strong>Highlight</strong>: Informative episodes.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Healthy Dad of the Year</strong><ul><li><strong>Winner</strong>: Jason Khalipa</li><li><strong>Why</strong>: Exemplifies balance between fitness, fatherhood, and community engagement.</li></ul></li></ol>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Award Categories &amp;amp; Winners&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Nutrition Tip of 2024&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Eat More Protein&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Insight&lt;/strong&gt;: From all dietary approaches, the focus on protein.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Personal Training Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Future&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight&lt;/strong&gt;: Personalized coaching for $199/month - high-quality customization.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Program-Based Training Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Ladder&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Features&lt;/strong&gt;: Periodization, progressive overload, and high-quality programming.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Health Supplement&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Berberine&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: For regulating blood sugar, improving cholesterol, and aiding weight loss.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Prescription Supplement&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: GLP-1s (e.g., Semaglutide)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pros&lt;/strong&gt;: Effective for weight management.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cons&lt;/strong&gt;: High cost, potential misuse.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Fitness Tracker&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Fitbit 6&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Compatibility with Android and iOS, broad health monitoring features.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Sleep Tool&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Oura Ring (for sleep tracking)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Honorable Mention&lt;/strong&gt;: Eight Sleep Pod (advanced sleep optimization).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Follow-Along Fitness Platform&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Peloton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Features&lt;/strong&gt;: Leaderboards, competition, and variety.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Fitness Equipment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Dumbbells&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Versatility &amp;amp; accessibility for all fitness levels.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Exercise of 2024&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Walking&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insight&lt;/strong&gt;: Steps best for fat and weight loss.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Home Fitness Equipment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Walking Pad&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Perfect for multitasking and consistent movement indoors.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Nutrition Plan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Dolce Diet (Living Lean/3 Weeks to Shredded)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Attributes&lt;/strong&gt;: Sustainable, effective, led by expert Mike Dolce.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Free Workouts&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winner&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline Girvan (YouTube)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why&lt;/strong&gt;: Simple &amp;amp; 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                <itunes:title>Whats Coming? 2025 Health and Fitness Trends: My Predictions</itunes:title>
                <title>Whats Coming? 2025 Health and Fitness Trends: My Predictions</title>

                <itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Segment 1: The Rise of Awareness (3:40 - 5:15) Key &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Prediction: &lt;/strong&gt;Awareness becomes the defining theme of 2025. Consumers are more informed and hold companies and governments accountable. Transparency and personal responsibility in health and wellness choices. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight: &lt;/strong&gt;Awareness leads to better decision-making but exposes gaps in education. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Segment 2: Wellness Over Mental Health Diagnosis (6:08 - 10:17) &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Prediction: &lt;/strong&gt;The term &#34;mental health&#34; shifts to a broader focus on &#34;wellness.&#34; Wellness incorporates physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. &lt;strong&gt;Supporting Insight&lt;/strong&gt;: Personalized approaches will replace one-size-fits-all health narratives. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Segment 3: Strong is Back—Physically and Mentally (11:23 - 13:37) &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trend: &lt;/strong&gt;The return of respect for strength, particularly in men. &#34;Strong Dad Bod&#34; and a renewed focus on fitness as a lifestyle. Key Insight: Strength reflects hard work and discipline, influencing societal perceptions of health. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Segment 4: The Role of Data, Blood Work, and Specificity (14:17 - 20:18) &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highlight:&lt;/strong&gt; Blood work becomes a cornerstone of health tracking in 2025. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Focus shifts from general metrics to personalized, actionable data. Consumers demand specialists who understand their unique health profiles. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Segment 5: Navigating Trends and Fads in 2025 (20:26 - 50:19) &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Observation:&lt;/strong&gt; The era of health fads and influencer-driven trends fades. Consumers prioritize longevity and sustainable habits over quick fixes. Notable &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Predictions:&lt;/strong&gt; GLP-1s, hormone therapy, and bioavailable peptides will be used more responsibly. Biohacking becomes niche-focused (e.g., targeting mitochondria, cellular health). Community-driven fitness (in-person and online) gains traction.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Segment 1: The Rise of Awareness (3:40 - 5:15) Key </strong></p><p><strong>Prediction: </strong>Awareness becomes the defining theme of 2025. Consumers are more informed and hold companies and governments accountable. Transparency and personal responsibility in health and wellness choices. </p><p><strong>Highlight: </strong>Awareness leads to better decision-making but exposes gaps in education. </p><p><strong>Segment 2: Wellness Over Mental Health Diagnosis (6:08 - 10:17) </strong></p><p><strong>Prediction: </strong>The term &#34;mental health&#34; shifts to a broader focus on &#34;wellness.&#34; Wellness incorporates physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. <strong>Supporting Insight</strong>: Personalized approaches will replace one-size-fits-all health narratives. </p><p><strong>Segment 3: Strong is Back—Physically and Mentally (11:23 - 13:37) </strong></p><p><strong>Trend: </strong>The return of respect for strength, particularly in men. &#34;Strong Dad Bod&#34; and a renewed focus on fitness as a lifestyle. Key Insight: Strength reflects hard work and discipline, influencing societal perceptions of health. </p><p><strong>Segment 4: The Role of Data, Blood Work, and Specificity (14:17 - 20:18) </strong></p><p><strong>Highlight:</strong> Blood work becomes a cornerstone of health tracking in 2025. </p><p>Focus shifts from general metrics to personalized, actionable data. Consumers demand specialists who understand their unique health profiles. </p><p><strong>Segment 5: Navigating Trends and Fads in 2025 (20:26 - 50:19) </strong></p><p><strong>Observation:</strong> The era of health fads and influencer-driven trends fades. Consumers prioritize longevity and sustainable habits over quick fixes. Notable </p><p><strong>Predictions:</strong> GLP-1s, hormone therapy, and bioavailable peptides will be used more responsibly. Biohacking becomes niche-focused (e.g., targeting mitochondria, cellular health). Community-driven fitness (in-person and online) gains traction.</p>]]></description>
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                <title>The Macro Shift: Why Big Health Wins Start with the Basics</title>

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                <itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode>
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Discover deeply personal stories that shed light on the silent struggles many men, including myself, face while appearing strong and self-reliant. 
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                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 02:03:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:summary>Unlock the secrets to lasting health and fitness in our latest episode of Fit Identity! Join me as I dive deep into the power of  foundations over fleeting trends, revealing how true, sustainable results are achieved. Don&#39;t miss this insightful conversation that will transform your approach to wellness and help you build a solid foundation for lifelong success. Can the two possibly coexist?</itunes:summary>
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                <itunes:title>Beyond Body Positivity: Embracing Longevity and Vitality in a Health-Aware World</itunes:title>
                <title>Beyond Body Positivity: Embracing Longevity and Vitality in a Health-Aware World</title>

                <itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Explore the shift towards longevity and vitality in our latest episode, where I unveil how the post-COVID era has inspired a renewed focus on health, moving beyond body positivity to embrace life-saving actions against the backdrop of personal and observed losses. This movement is not just changing habits but is a call to action for all ages to prioritize wellness and challenge the indulgence of the past. Tune in to be part of a community committed to a healthier, more fulfilling future</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:24:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Digital Dilemma: How Technology Consumption Impacts Your Mind and Body</itunes:title>
                <title>Digital Dilemma: How Technology Consumption Impacts Your Mind and Body</title>

                <itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Dive into the dark side of our digital age with my latest episode, I go raw, , exploring how technology consumption can take a toll on your mental and physical well-being. Join me as I unravel the hidden impacts of screen time and delve into practical strategies for reclaiming balance in an increasingly digital world. Tune in now to safeguard your health and gain insights into navigating the digital landscape mindfully</itunes:summary>
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                <title>Selecting the Right Fitness and Nutrition Plan That Aligns With YOU.</title>

                <itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:summary>In this episode of &#34;Fit Identity,&#34; we dive into the critical considerations for selecting the right fitness and nutrition plan that aligns with your personal goals, budget, and lifestyle. We&#39;ll explore how to realistically assess where you are, what you&#39;re willing to commit to, and how to sift through the noise to find a plan that truly fits your identity—not just what&#39;s trending.  Join us for insights and expert advice on building a consistent, personalized path to wellness, setting you up for success on your health journey.</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 21:43:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <title>Becoming Aware and Understanding Trigger Environments and Their Solutions</title>

                <itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:summary>New Year, New You.....? Let&#39;s talk about that..New Years Resolutions,
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                <title>Focus on Customer Experience In 2024, You Will Win The Year</title>

                <itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Customer experience plays a pivotal role in customer behavior by driving sales and customer retention, especially when it involves providing health and wellness solutions (product, service, or service plan) that feel customized for the individual.</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2023 23:21:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Breakdown of ShaunT&#39;s new 12 week Beachbody/BODi in-home fitness physique program &#34;Dig Deeper&#34;</itunes:title>
                <title>Breakdown of ShaunT&#39;s new 12 week Beachbody/BODi in-home fitness physique program &#34;Dig Deeper&#34;</title>

                <itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>My breakdown of Beachbody aka BODI ShaunT creator of Insanity, T20, and host of Trust and Believe Podcast new workout program Dig Deeper. 
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Included is information and my opinions intended for educational purposes to help you with you health and fitness goals.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>My breakdown of Beachbody aka BODI ShaunT creator of Insanity, T20, and host of Trust and Believe Podcast new workout program Dig Deeper. 
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                <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:00:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>2023 Health Trends In Review, My 2024 Predictions</itunes:title>
                <title>2023 Health Trends In Review, My 2024 Predictions</title>

                <itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>The health, wellness, and fitness trends for 2023 are diverse and focus on various aspects of well-being, from exercise to mental health. Along with my 2024 trend predictions. These trends reflect a broader shift towards a more holistic and personalized approach to health and wellness, emphasizing mental well-being, and the integration of technology into wellness practices​</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:37:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>3569</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>How To Manage Your Health and Fitness At The End Of The Year</itunes:title>
                <title>How To Manage Your Health and Fitness At The End Of The Year</title>

                <itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Manage the end of the year with ease and simplicity. Learn how to cut out the stress and not be overwhelmed while being consistent to gain momentum for the new year</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:53:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1905</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Total Body Workouts vs Traditional Muscle Spits Part 2</itunes:title>
                <title>Total Body Workouts vs Traditional Muscle Spits Part 2</title>

                <itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>I do a deeper dive into the programming details, phases, emotions that make total body workouts on the best options for most fitness enthusiasts. This might be the episode that changes your understanding and outlook on total body and traditional muscle splits.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[I do a deeper dive into the programming details, phases, emotions that make total body workouts on the best options for most fitness enthusiasts. This might be the episode that changes your understanding and outlook on total body and traditional muscle splits.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>I do a deeper dive into the programming details, phases, emotions that make total body workouts on the best options for most fitness enthusiasts. This might be the episode that changes your understanding and outlook on total body and traditional muscle splits.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 20:28:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2628</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Total Body Workouts Are Better Than Muscle Specific Workouts For Most People.</itunes:title>
                <title>Total Body Workouts Are Better Than Muscle Specific Workouts For Most People.</title>

                <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
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                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>I discuss my last 2 years of using total body workouts rather then muscle specific workouts to develop into a more well rounded performance based wellness human and how they can help you do the same.</itunes:summary>
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                <content:encoded>I discuss my last 2 years of using total body workouts rather then muscle specific workouts to develop into a more well rounded performance based wellness human and how they can help you do the same.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:15:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2324</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Consistency The How Part 2: What I Did To Become A Consistency King</itunes:title>
                <title>Consistency The How Part 2: What I Did To Become A Consistency King</title>

                <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Consistency is key to achieving long-term health and fitness goals. However, staying consistent can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you develop a more consistent approach to health and fitness:</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Consistency is key to achieving long-term health and fitness goals. However, staying consistent can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you develop a more consistent approach to health and fitness:]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Consistency is key to achieving long-term health and fitness goals. However, staying consistent can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you develop a more consistent approach to health and fitness:</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:49:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1500</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Consistency: Practice Makes Permanent Part 1</itunes:title>
                <title>Consistency: Practice Makes Permanent Part 1</title>

                <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>What we practice is what we make permanent applies to everything in our lives, especially with our health and fitness. 
Becoming aware and acknowledging where we are at, our abilities, time lines and what is needed to have the consistency to not stop and stop and to be able to  progress with the least amount of internal and external stress on ourselves is key to health success and having that success stick and stay.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[What we practice is what we make permanent applies to everything in our lives, especially with our health and fitness. 
Becoming aware and acknowledging where we are at, our abilities, time lines and what is needed to have the consistency to not stop and stop and to be able to  progress with the least amount of internal and external stress on ourselves is key to health success and having that success stick and stay.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>What we practice is what we make permanent applies to everything in our lives, especially with our health and fitness. 
Becoming aware and acknowledging where we are at, our abilities, time lines and what is needed to have the consistency to not stop and stop and to be able to  progress with the least amount of internal and external stress on ourselves is key to health success and having that success stick and stay.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Sep 2023 21:50:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2081</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Using Ai to Increase Your Health and Fitness Results</itunes:title>
                <title>Using Ai to Increase Your Health and Fitness Results</title>

                <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>AI - Artificial Intelligence is expected to have a profound impact on the fitness industry. Here are a few ways AI may influence this field:
1. Personalized Fitness Programs:
2. Virtual Coaching:
3. Wearable Devices:
4. Exercise Analysis:
5. Data-driven Insights:
6. Virtual Reality (VR) Workouts:
7. Accessible Fitness:</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[AI - Artificial Intelligence is expected to have a profound impact on the fitness industry. Here are a few ways AI may influence this field:
1. Personalized Fitness Programs:
2. Virtual Coaching:
3. Wearable Devices:
4. Exercise Analysis:
5. Data-driven Insights:
6. Virtual Reality (VR) Workouts:
7. Accessible Fitness:]]></description>
                <content:encoded>AI - Artificial Intelligence is expected to have a profound impact on the fitness industry. Here are a few ways AI may influence this field:
1. Personalized Fitness Programs:
2. Virtual Coaching:
3. Wearable Devices:
4. Exercise Analysis:
5. Data-driven Insights:
6. Virtual Reality (VR) Workouts:
7. Accessible Fitness:</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:55:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2065</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>My Process To Setting Up People to Be Healthy &amp; Set up Fit For Life</itunes:title>
                <title>My Process To Setting Up People to Be Healthy &amp; Set up Fit For Life</title>

                <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>I discuss the exact conversations and topics I coach, mentor and train people with to achieve longterm fitness and health success</itunes:summary>
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                <content:encoded>I discuss the exact conversations and topics I coach, mentor and train people with to achieve longterm fitness and health success</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jun 2023 20:53:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2582</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Vision to Clarity</itunes:title>
                <title>Vision to Clarity</title>

                <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Vision is worthless without clarity. Developing clarity gives you the ability to move forward efficiently and effectively with less stress aka mental weight and more success.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Vision is worthless without clarity. Developing clarity gives you the ability to move forward efficiently and effectively with less stress aka mental weight and more success.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Vision is worthless without clarity. Developing clarity gives you the ability to move forward efficiently and effectively with less stress aka mental weight and more success.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Apr 2023 20:44:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1739</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Calorie Management Intake &amp; Burn: The MindShift with Weight-Loss</itunes:title>
                <title>Calorie Management Intake &amp; Burn: The MindShift with Weight-Loss</title>

                <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Calories, The focus on recommended intake rather then on your caloric burn. The shift that increases your weight-loss success.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Calories, The focus on recommended intake rather then on your caloric burn. The shift that increases your weight-loss success.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Calories, The focus on recommended intake rather then on your caloric burn. The shift that increases your weight-loss success.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2023 20:11:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2310</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Blood Work to Hormone Therapy and Use? Past and Present Convictions</itunes:title>
                <title>Blood Work to Hormone Therapy and Use? Past and Present Convictions</title>

                <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Getting blood work at anytime, can create anxiousness I walked through some of my personal anxiety, and the possibility of being advised to go on hormone therapy. It’s an inside look on emotions, questions, for physicians, with things you can consider from a beginner in this area along with my feelings on the role of hormone therapy, its role in my life, in social media and the fitness industry.  I will continue to advocate getting blood work to optimize your life in all areas and be proactive in any areas of concern. Please seek certified licensed help and ongoing care in bloodwork analysis and recommendations.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Getting blood work at anytime, can create anxiousness I walked through some of my personal anxiety, and the possibility of being advised to go on hormone therapy. It’s an inside look on emotions, questions, for physicians, with things you can consider from a beginner in this area along with my feelings on the role of hormone therapy, its role in my life, in social media and the fitness industry.  I will continue to advocate getting blood work to optimize your life in all areas and be proactive in any areas of concern. Please seek certified licensed help and ongoing care in bloodwork analysis and recommendations.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Getting blood work at anytime, can create anxiousness I walked through some of my personal anxiety, and the possibility of being advised to go on hormone therapy. It’s an inside look on emotions, questions, for physicians, with things you can consider from a beginner in this area along with my feelings on the role of hormone therapy, its role in my life, in social media and the fitness industry.  I will continue to advocate getting blood work to optimize your life in all areas and be proactive in any areas of concern. Please seek certified licensed help and ongoing care in bloodwork analysis and recommendations.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:49:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>3178</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>The Free vs a Cost Conversation in Wellness Today</itunes:title>
                <title>The Free vs a Cost Conversation in Wellness Today</title>

                <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>You can get anything at no cost now. Why would pay for anything health, fitness, wellness related. I talk about why free is great and how it has a price along with providing value people will and should pay for.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[You can get anything at no cost now. Why would pay for anything health, fitness, wellness related. I talk about why free is great and how it has a price along with providing value people will and should pay for.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>You can get anything at no cost now. Why would pay for anything health, fitness, wellness related. I talk about why free is great and how it has a price along with providing value people will and should pay for.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 03:15:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>2881</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>UnStuck Yourself</itunes:title>
                <title>UnStuck Yourself</title>

                <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>The 3 step process to activity to achieving the wellness, health and frankly anything you deserve. 
The minute you become passive, you grow away from it. Stay active
Listening passively is not going to work. You got to follow through
Fear is monster! It wants what you want.. and will take it if you allow it.</itunes:summary>
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The minute you become passive, you grow away from it. Stay active
Listening passively is not going to work. You got to follow through
Fear is monster! It wants what you want.. and will take it if you allow it.]]></description>
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The minute you become passive, you grow away from it. Stay active
Listening passively is not going to work. You got to follow through
Fear is monster! It wants what you want.. and will take it if you allow it.</content:encoded>
                
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                <title>Making the Idea of Becoming Healthy Stick and Stay</title>

                <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
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                <itunes:summary>The key to taking the idea of being fit to a belief is one of the biggest keys to your success. This week&#39;s episode breaks down how to prevent the start and start of your journey, letting go of the past identity and creating your new Fit Identity.</itunes:summary>
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                <itunes:title>Dealing with Being Overwhelmed</itunes:title>
                <title>Dealing with Being Overwhelmed</title>

                <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
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                <itunes:summary>What I say to a younger version of myself and timeless advice on being overwhelmed.</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 19:30:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>3106</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Group Exercise vs Personal Training and some Real Talk</itunes:title>
                <title>Group Exercise vs Personal Training and some Real Talk</title>

                <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Might be one of my favorite episodes so far. Diving into the pros and cons of both, I sprinkle in some thoughts on In-home programs as I get real towards the end as well as drop some valuable tips throughout on how to use both to achieve your wellness goals.</itunes:summary>
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                <content:encoded>Might be one of my favorite episodes so far. Diving into the pros and cons of both, I sprinkle in some thoughts on In-home programs as I get real towards the end as well as drop some valuable tips throughout on how to use both to achieve your wellness goals.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 03:39:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>3025</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Most Effective Accountability Tool</itunes:title>
                <title>Most Effective Accountability Tool</title>

                <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Accountability can be tough. I go through my most simple effective tool with a very high success rate.</itunes:summary>
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                <content:encoded>Accountability can be tough. I go through my most simple effective tool with a very high success rate.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:00:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1453</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>Measuring Health; Social Media and the Wellness Industry</itunes:title>
                <title>Measuring Health; Social Media and the Wellness Industry</title>

                <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Where is health at? Are people using social clout an additional ingredient? What are the ingredients? Being healthy has changed, Social media has its influence on where health and wellness and industry is at. 

Where do you think the health and wellness and industry is at?</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Where is health at? Are people using social clout an additional ingredient? What are the ingredients? Being healthy has changed, Social media has its influence on where health and wellness and industry is at. 

Where do you think the health and wellness and industry is at?]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Where is health at? Are people using social clout an additional ingredient? What are the ingredients? Being healthy has changed, Social media has its influence on where health and wellness and industry is at. 

Where do you think the health and wellness and industry is at?</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 05:09:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1224</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>What is Healthy? Fit?</itunes:title>
                <title>What is Healthy? Fit?</title>

                <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>What is Healthy &amp; Fit? Is there standard to being healthy and fit, or is it individualized?  The standard has certainly evolved since started working out, thinking about my own health and being in the business of wellness. 

Would love to hear your thoughts on this subject.

△ Download my FREE Ebook to Supercharge Your Day: https://bit.ly/2wtfGpX 

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All Business Inquiries: https://bit.ly/2Uyo3sc


**Disclaimers: all opinions are my own, The views  and opinions expressed by the guests of Fit Identity  are their own and not necessarily reflect the view or position of the host, Fitnique Inc, its staff or management. Any content provided by our guests are of their own opinion, education and experience are not intended to disparage any religion, ethnicity organization, company or individual. The information contained on this podcast and the resources available for download/viewing through this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[What is Healthy &amp; Fit? Is there standard to being healthy and fit, or is it individualized?  The standard has certainly evolved since started working out, thinking about my own health and being in the business of wellness. 

Would love to hear your thoughts on this subject.

△ Download my FREE Ebook to Supercharge Your Day: https://bit.ly/2wtfGpX 

LETS CONNECT 
△ MESSAGE IMMEDIATELY https://bit.ly/2Jg3sU6 
△ CONTACT ME: https://bit.ly/2Uyo3sc 
△ IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikekarpenko 
△ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/mikekarpenko 
△ FB PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/officialmike...
△ FB PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/mikekcoach  

All Business Inquiries: https://bit.ly/2Uyo3sc


**Disclaimers: all opinions are my own, The views  and opinions expressed by the guests of Fit Identity  are their own and not necessarily reflect the view or position of the host, Fitnique Inc, its staff or management. Any content provided by our guests are of their own opinion, education and experience are not intended to disparage any religion, ethnicity organization, company or individual. The information contained on this podcast and the resources available for download/viewing through this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>What is Healthy &amp;amp; Fit? Is there standard to being healthy and fit, or is it individualized?  The standard has certainly evolved since started working out, thinking about my own health and being in the business of wellness. 

Would love to hear your thoughts on this subject.

△ Download my FREE Ebook to Supercharge Your Day: https://bit.ly/2wtfGpX 

LETS CONNECT 
△ MESSAGE IMMEDIATELY https://bit.ly/2Jg3sU6 
△ CONTACT ME: https://bit.ly/2Uyo3sc 
△ IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikekarpenko 
△ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/mikekarpenko 
△ FB PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/officialmike...
△ FB PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/mikekcoach  

All Business Inquiries: https://bit.ly/2Uyo3sc


**Disclaimers: all opinions are my own, The views  and opinions expressed by the guests of Fit Identity  are their own and not necessarily reflect the view or position of the host, Fitnique Inc, its staff or management. Any content provided by our guests are of their own opinion, education and experience are not intended to disparage any religion, ethnicity organization, company or individual. The information contained on this podcast and the resources available for download/viewing through this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 19:08:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1868</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>How to Make Your Fitness and Wellness Plan a Success</itunes:title>
                <title>How to Make Your Fitness and Wellness Plan a Success</title>

                <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Choosing a plan or system is hard enough and can often be the difference between you having a smooth road to success or many obstacles.  Reduce the risk of failure and limit the obstacles before you start your wellness plan.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[Choosing a plan or system is hard enough and can often be the difference between you having a smooth road to success or many obstacles.  Reduce the risk of failure and limit the obstacles before you start your wellness plan.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>Choosing a plan or system is hard enough and can often be the difference between you having a smooth road to success or many obstacles.  Reduce the risk of failure and limit the obstacles before you start your wellness plan.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 21:49:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1609</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>How to Stay Fit in Holidays</itunes:title>
                <title>How to Stay Fit in Holidays</title>

                <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
                <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>10 Tips to staying fit in the chaos of the holiday season.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[10 Tips to staying fit in the chaos of the holiday season.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>10 Tips to staying fit in the chaos of the holiday season.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2022 03:47:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>1861</itunes:duration>
                
                
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                <itunes:title>What is Fit Identity</itunes:title>
                <title>What is Fit Identity</title>

                <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
                
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>A brief explanation of the history and personal events that led up the creation of Fit Identity. Explanation of how you have a fit a fit identity and the ability to evolve it through 3 pillars: How you think, how you eat and how you move.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[A brief explanation of the history and personal events that led up the creation of Fit Identity. Explanation of how you have a fit a fit identity and the ability to evolve it through 3 pillars: How you think, how you eat and how you move.]]></description>
                <content:encoded>A brief explanation of the history and personal events that led up the creation of Fit Identity. Explanation of how you have a fit a fit identity and the ability to evolve it through 3 pillars: How you think, how you eat and how you move.</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:50:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Welcome To Fit Identity</itunes:title>
                <title>Welcome To Fit Identity</title>

                
                
                <itunes:author>Mike Karpenko</itunes:author>
                <itunes:summary>Find out what the Fit Identity Show is all about.</itunes:summary>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 02:16:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:duration>162</itunes:duration>
                
                
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