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46: The Busy Person’s Blueprint for Fitness That Actually Fits: (Part 1) - The Real Minimum Effective Dose — How Little is Enough to See Results?

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Ever wonder, “What’s the least I can do and still see results?” You’re not alone—and the answer is better than you think.

The fitness industry glorifies more: more workouts, more sacrifice. But research proves otherwise. Just 150 minutes of moderate activity weekly can reduce disease risk by 40%, and 2–3 strength sessions a week builds muscle. It’s not about doing more—it’s about doing what matters consistently.

That’s the power of the Minimum Effective Dose (MED) approach. We offer three commitment levels:

  • Baseline Builder: 3–4 days/week (~2 hrs total)
  • Momentum Plan: 4–5 days/week
  • Optimize Routine: 5–6 days/week

The best part? You can shift between them as life changes—without losing momentum.

Clients like Alex (busy dad and lawyer) dropped 16 lbs and reversed pre-diabetes with just 2 lifts + 3 walks weekly. Renee crushed her goals on 3 full-body workouts/week—after years of burnout from daily programs.

The secret? Doing the right things, consistently. Start where you are. Do what you can. We’ll help you stack the wins.

Book a free consult through the show notes or our site. Your sustainable fitness journey starts now.

Click Here To Send Us A Message!

Book Your Free Discovery Call! Complete this super short form.

References:

  1. Haskell, W. L., et al. (2007).
    Physical activity and public health: Updated recommendation for adults from the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association.
    Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 39(8), 1423–1434.
    https://doi.org/10.1249/mss.0b013e3180616b27

  2. Schoenfeld, B. J., et al. (2019).
    Strength and hypertrophy adaptations between low- vs. high-volume resistance training: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 33(Suppl 1), S1–S18.
    https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000002958

  3. Campos, G. E., et al. (2002).
    Muscular adaptations in response to three different resistance-training regimens: Specificity of repetition maximum training zones.
    European Journal of Applied Physiology, 88(1–2), 50–60.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-002-0681-6

  4. ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine). (2017).
    ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (10th ed.).
    Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.

  5. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2018).
    Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition.
    https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf

  6. Harvard Health Publishing. (2020).
    Walking: Your steps to health.
    Harvard Medical School Special Health Report.
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/exercise-and-fitness/walking-your-steps-to-health

For Motivation and More Free Content, Visit Our THI Facebook Page!

Click Here And Follow Coach AK For Even More!

Join Our Free Facebook Group: Live Transformed: Rebuild Your Health, Habits, And Headspace

Instagram: @coachadamkelley
www.transformedhealthcoach.com

  continue reading

Chapters

1. What's the Least I Can Do? (00:00:00)

2. The Truth About Minimum Effective Dose (00:04:24)

3. Cardio vs Strength Training Science (00:07:58)

4. Why Busy People Quit Fitness (00:11:48)

5. Three Levels of Realistic Training (00:15:20)

6. Real Client Success Stories (00:19:24)

54 episodes

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Ever wonder, “What’s the least I can do and still see results?” You’re not alone—and the answer is better than you think.

The fitness industry glorifies more: more workouts, more sacrifice. But research proves otherwise. Just 150 minutes of moderate activity weekly can reduce disease risk by 40%, and 2–3 strength sessions a week builds muscle. It’s not about doing more—it’s about doing what matters consistently.

That’s the power of the Minimum Effective Dose (MED) approach. We offer three commitment levels:

  • Baseline Builder: 3–4 days/week (~2 hrs total)
  • Momentum Plan: 4–5 days/week
  • Optimize Routine: 5–6 days/week

The best part? You can shift between them as life changes—without losing momentum.

Clients like Alex (busy dad and lawyer) dropped 16 lbs and reversed pre-diabetes with just 2 lifts + 3 walks weekly. Renee crushed her goals on 3 full-body workouts/week—after years of burnout from daily programs.

The secret? Doing the right things, consistently. Start where you are. Do what you can. We’ll help you stack the wins.

Book a free consult through the show notes or our site. Your sustainable fitness journey starts now.

Click Here To Send Us A Message!

Book Your Free Discovery Call! Complete this super short form.

References:

  1. Haskell, W. L., et al. (2007).
    Physical activity and public health: Updated recommendation for adults from the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association.
    Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 39(8), 1423–1434.
    https://doi.org/10.1249/mss.0b013e3180616b27

  2. Schoenfeld, B. J., et al. (2019).
    Strength and hypertrophy adaptations between low- vs. high-volume resistance training: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 33(Suppl 1), S1–S18.
    https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000002958

  3. Campos, G. E., et al. (2002).
    Muscular adaptations in response to three different resistance-training regimens: Specificity of repetition maximum training zones.
    European Journal of Applied Physiology, 88(1–2), 50–60.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-002-0681-6

  4. ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine). (2017).
    ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (10th ed.).
    Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.

  5. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2018).
    Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition.
    https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf

  6. Harvard Health Publishing. (2020).
    Walking: Your steps to health.
    Harvard Medical School Special Health Report.
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/exercise-and-fitness/walking-your-steps-to-health

For Motivation and More Free Content, Visit Our THI Facebook Page!

Click Here And Follow Coach AK For Even More!

Join Our Free Facebook Group: Live Transformed: Rebuild Your Health, Habits, And Headspace

Instagram: @coachadamkelley
www.transformedhealthcoach.com

  continue reading

Chapters

1. What's the Least I Can Do? (00:00:00)

2. The Truth About Minimum Effective Dose (00:04:24)

3. Cardio vs Strength Training Science (00:07:58)

4. Why Busy People Quit Fitness (00:11:48)

5. Three Levels of Realistic Training (00:15:20)

6. Real Client Success Stories (00:19:24)

54 episodes

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