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16th Feb 2025

Welcome to Moms and Dads Get Fit with Tanner Rutledge

In the inaugural episode of 'Moms and Dads Get Fit,' host Tanner Rutledge, a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, shares his journey from a sedentary lifestyle as a private investigator to becoming a fitness professional. Tanner discusses the transformational benefits of fitness, particularly for parents, and explains his focus on building strong, healthy families through exercise and habit change. He also introduces the podcast's mission to provide practical, actionable fitness advice that fits into busy parental lives. Future episodes will cover topics such as quick 20-minute workouts to fit effective exercise routines into your day.

00:00 Introduction to Moms and Dads Get Fit

00:56 Tanner's Journey from PI to Fitness

02:20 Discovering CrossFit and Competing

03:33 Transitioning to a Fitness Career

04:40 Focusing on Parents' Fitness

06:02 The Importance of Family Fitness

07:02 Podcast Goals and Future Topics

08:29 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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About the Podcast

Moms And Dads Get Fit
Moms and Dads Get Fit is the podcast for busy parents who want to take control of their health, get stronger, and set a positive example for their kids. Hosted by personal trainer Tanner Rutledge, this show delivers practical fitness strategies, nutrition tips, and time-saving workouts designed to fit into your hectic life.

Squeezing in workouts before school drop-offs or meal prepping between soccer practices? You'll find expert advice and real-life solutions to help you build sustainable habits for a healthier family.

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Tanner Rutledge

Tanner Rutledge is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a decade of experience helping clients move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free. A former Olympic weightlifter and CrossFitter, Tanner still enjoys pushing his limits in Spartan Races and other obstacle course competitions.

As the father of an energetic 6-year-old, Tanner quickly discovered that parenting is a sport of its own—demanding strength, endurance, and resilience. After years of training both athletes and older adults, he developed a unique approach to fitness that addresses the real-life demands of parenthood. His training philosophy focuses on injury prevention, functional strength, and sustainable performance—so parents can keep up with their kids and model healthy habits for the next generation.