Fitness & Finance Radio Covers Market Volatility and Metabolism

Married couple shares expertise on navigating financial and physical health in retirement

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:07pm

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Fitness & Finance Radio, a podcast hosted by a married couple in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is on a mission to help people successfully plan for a financially and physically healthy future. The show covers topics like market volatility, metabolism changes with age, and the importance of managing stress to make good decisions in both areas.

Why it matters

As people age, both the stock market and their own metabolism become increasingly important issues that require planning and care. The podcast aims to provide listeners with the knowledge and strategies they need to navigate these challenges and enjoy a comfortable retirement.

The details

The podcast is hosted by Jeff Smith, a financial planner and owner of The Retirement Smith, and Jennifer Scherer, a certified personal trainer and owner of Fredericksburg Fitness Studio. They discuss how factors like market volatility and metabolic changes can lead to stress, which in turn can negatively impact both financial and physical health. The show provides tips on maintaining discipline, managing stress, protecting muscle and money, and planning for longevity.

  • The podcast "From Market Volatility to Metabolism" is available for free on YouTube.

The players

Jeff Smith

A financial planner and owner of The Retirement Smith.

Jennifer Scherer

A certified personal trainer and owner of Fredericksburg Fitness Studio.

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What they’re saying

“As we age, both the market and our metabolism are important issues. The more we know about both, the better prepared we will be as we move toward retirement.”

— Jeff Smith, Financial planner and owner of The Retirement Smith

“When you get to the retirement years, it's important to have the finances you need, and the physical health as well. They go hand-in-hand, because if you have one but not the other, you won't be enjoying your retirement very much.”

— Jennifer Scherer, Certified personal trainer and owner of Fredericksburg Fitness Studio

What’s next

The "Fitness & Finance Radio" podcast, "From Market Volatility to Metabolism" is available for free on YouTube. The Retirement Smith serves those in the Fredericksburg, Va., area and beyond with individualized financial planning. Fredericksburg Fitness Studio provides private, customized fitness programs available by appointment.

The takeaway

By addressing both financial and physical health, the Fitness & Finance Radio podcast aims to help people achieve a comfortable and fulfilling retirement, where they can enjoy the fruits of their lifelong efforts.