Ep 41 - Fitness Is Canceled
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss the recent controversies surrounding fitness influencers, particularly focusing on the fallout from their actions and the implications for the fitness community. They explore the challenges of crisis management, share personal experiences related to travel and weather disruptions, and engage with listener questions. The conversation also touches on cultural trends in fitness and wellness, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced training regimen. The episode concludes with reflections on the evolving landscape of the fitness industry and the need for accountability among its leaders.
Chapters
00:00 The Fitness Cancel Culture
04:56 Crisis Management in the Fitness Industry
09:46 Travel Challenges and Professional Engagements
14:55 Fashion and Professional Image
20:06 Hotel Amenities: A Soap Debate
23:48 The Seismic Shift in Fitness Cancellations
25:00 The Epstein Files: A Disturbing Revelation
27:00 Peter Attia's Controversial Connections
32:09 The Fallout of Peter Attia's Emails
45:07 The Fitness Industry's Disappointment
48:57 Frivolous Headlines: A Shift in Tone
55:03 Cultural Trends in Food and Fitness
56:43 Probiotics in Clothing: A New Trend?
01:06:21 Listener Questions and Expert Insights
01:19:54 Wrap-Up and Future Plans
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In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss the recent controversies surrounding fitness influencers, particularly focusing on the fallout from their actions and the implications for the fitness community. They explore the challenges of crisis management, share personal experiences related to travel and weather disruptions, and engage with listener questions. The conversation also touches on cultural trends in fitness and wellness, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced training regimen. The episode concludes with reflections on the evolving landscape of the fitness industry and the need for accountability among its leaders. Chapters 00:00 The Fitness Cancel Culture 04:56 Crisis Management in the Fitness Industry 09:46 Travel Challenges and Professional Engagements 14:55 Fashion and Professional Image 20:06 Hotel Amenities: A Soap Debate 23:48 The Seismic Shift in Fitness Cancellations 25:00 The Epstein Files: A Disturbing Revelation 27:00 Peter Attia's Controversial Connections 32:09 The Fallout of Peter Attia's Emails 45:07 The Fitness Industry's Disappointment 48:57 Frivolous Headlines: A Shift in Tone 55:03 Cultural Trends in Food and Fitness 56:43 Probiotics in Clothing: A New Trend? 01:06:21 Listener Questions and Expert Insights 01:19:54 Wrap-Up and Future Plans