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Episode 57 - How to be better at making progress and how to effectively progress.

Navigating Energy Management and Mental Health, Breaking Fitness Boundaries.

Why we talk about this stuff....?

Enjoy this episode - Here's a summarized version to pique your interest:

🌪️ Overcoming Intense Anxiety:

- The host felt a sudden and intense anxiety, confining them to their home. - Unable to use their usual coping mechanisms like exercise, sleep, and proper nutrition. - Acknowledging that these struggles can affect anyone, even those in the fitness industry.

⚖️ Balancing Energy Expenditure:

- Recognizing the importance of allocating energy wisely, especially for extroverts. - Exploring how energy can be given away to anyone, not just clients or loved ones. - Realizing that improper energy management can lead to emotional lows.

🤔 Self-Reflection and Cause Identification:

- The host delves into the causes behind their anxiety. - Noting the connection between social engagements, late nights, and emotional well-being. - Reflecting on the impact of social drinking on mental health.

🌊 Riding the Ebb and Flow:

- Accepting that everyone experiences ebbs and flows in their emotional state. - Focusing on gratitude during good times and finding solace in nature and solitude. - Acknowledging that even without clear reasons, emotional lows can be managed with self-care.

🤹 Hyrid Athletes - Discussion of fitness influencers like Alex Vieda and Alec Blenis, who advocate for hybrid training and impressive feats of strength and endurance:

- The conversation explores the importance of community and accountability in maintaining a fitness routine. - They emphasize the value of planning workouts and the role of coaching in staying motivated and consistent. - The hosts discuss the physical and mental benefits of intense training, including increased resilience. - The goal of one host is to complete a challenging fitness journey in 12 months, including powerlifting, bodybuilding, and an Ironman competition.

This podcast episode sheds light on the importance of energy management, the unpredictability of emotional states, and the significance of self-awareness in maintaining mental health.

Listen to the full episode for an in-depth exploration of these topics. You're not alone in navigating life's ups and downs!