The Begin Within Health Show

I used to think the secret to fitness success was simple: just get more willpower. Boy, was I wrong. In this eye-opening episode, I'm breaking down why "you just need more willpower" might be the most damaging advice in the fitness world. Spoiler alert: if you've been beating yourself up for lacking willpower, this one's gonna be a game-changer. As someone who's spent 15+...

Don’t do fitness alone. Go here: ⁠https://www.beginwithin.fit/⁠ Sleep - it's the foundation of everything we do, yet so many of us struggle with it night after night. In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Grojean, founder of Baloo Living, who discovered a scientifically-backed solution for better sleep quality while on a life-changing sabbatical in Bali. As someone who was initially skeptical...

Don’t do fitness alone. Go here: https://www.beginwithin.fit/ I used to tell my clients that "fitness is 80% nutrition, 20% exercise"—until I realized this popular phrase was actually sabotaging their success. In this solo episode, I break down why this seemingly motivational saying creates more problems than solutions and share what actually works for lasting health and fitness results....

Don’t do fitness alone. Go here: https://www.beginwithin.fit/ The biggest problem with fitness goals? They live in your head as vague, abstract wishes instead of concrete action plans. In this episode, I break down the one psychological trick that transforms good intentions into actual results - and why it makes you so uncomfortable. In this episode, you'll discover: Why "trying harder&qu...

Don’t do fitness alone. Go here: https://www.beginwithin.fit/ Ever been scrolling through your feed when you're hit with one of those "What's your excuse?" fitness posts?  You know the ones—an impossibly shredded person flexing with a caption that's basically saying "look at me, now feel bad about yourself."  In this episode, I tackle this confidence-killing phrase...

✅ Working Out Is Better Than a Time Machine: Using Exercise to Slow Aging 👇  🙏 Watch The Full-Podcast & Don’t Forget to Like, Comment, Share & Follow     💠 Ever wondered if all that huffing and puffing is really worth it when it comes to living longer?  💠 In Episode 260 of The Begin Within Health Show, I dive into a fascinating meta-analysis that compiled data from 13 different resear...

Programs and free resources: https://www.beginwithin.fit/ Ever wonder if "no pain, no gain" is actually good advice? In this episode, I tackle this fitness myth head-on and explain why it might be doing more harm than good. In this solo episode, you'll discover: What's the real difference between pain and discomfort during exercise? Why am I seeing worse results when I push mysel...

Ever find yourself mindlessly grabbing whatever food is closest when hunger strikes? You're not alone. In this episode, I dive into a powerful framework that can completely transform your relationship with food by answering six simple questions every time you eat. In this episode, you'll discover: What is the "whatever" mindset and why it's the enemy of mindful eating? How yo...

Ever wonder what's the SINGLE most important thing you can do for your health? As I was reflecting on four years of podcasting and 15+ years in the health industry, someone asked me a question that stopped me in my tracks: "What do you actually want people to DO after listening to your podcast?" In this quick but mighty episode, I reveal the one simple practice that trumps any workou...

Are you struggling to maintain consistency with your fitness goals? Do you find yourself motivated one day and completely unmotivated the next? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Devan Gonzalez, a 15-year fitness industry veteran, founder of Strive 11 Fitness, and host of The Mindset Cafe Podcast to discover why discipline—not motivation—is the true key to fitness success. In this episod...

Ever notice how everyone obsesses about having enough MONEY for retirement while completely ignoring whether their BODY will be in any shape to enjoy those golden years? (Spoiler alert: all the cash in the world won't help if you can't get off the couch!) In this quick Tuesday bonus episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on two game-changing resources that just dropped on our freshly revamped websi...

Is your brain struggling to stay sharp in a world of constant distractions? You're not alone. In Episode 254 of the Begin Within Health Show, I chat with David Amerland, author of the groundbreaking book "Built to Last," about the incredible connection between physical fitness and brain health. In this mind-expanding conversation, you'll discover: Why do so many people fail to stick with fitness r...

Ever feel like you're constantly running on empty, despite doing all the "right" things? In this eye-opening solo episode, I reveal the surprising lessons I've learned from tracking my heart rate variability (HRV) and how it's completely changed my approach to stress management. After weeks of monitoring my body's stress and recovery patterns through my Garmin watch, I&#3...

Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you're there? Before you blame stress or aging, the answer to better focus I share in this episode might be simpler than you think! I also share my personal experience with Magic Mind, a mental performance shot that has helped boost my focus and reduce stress (use code BEGIN20 for 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one-time purchase at https:...

Have you ever thought you were great at managing stress, only to discover you were completely wrong? That's exactly what happened to me when I started tracking my heart rate variability (HRV). In today's episode, I'm sharing the eye-opening lessons I've learned from monitoring my stress levels through HRV tracking, and why this data has completely changed how I approach stress management. You'll d...

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Here's the limited offer I mention in this episode you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code BEGIN20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/begin20 In this solo episode, I dive into a social media rabbit hole that got me fired up – the claim that aspartame is being secretly rebranded as "Amino Sweet" t...

Are you feeling exhausted but can't figure out why? In today's episode, I speak with Dr. Torkil Færø, author of the bestselling book The Pulse Cure , about the hidden stressors that might be draining your energy without you even realizing it. After his father passed away at 73, Dr. Færø began investigating what he could do to live longer and healthier. What he discovered changed everything about h...

In this episode, I dive into one of the most common challenges we all face in our fitness journeys - setbacks. Whether you're dealing with an injury, a schedule change, or any personal roadblock, the question remains the same: how do you get your fitness back on track? I explore a fascinating study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine that examined runners who successfully retur...

As a health coach helping people transform their lives through fitness, I'm constantly exploring new approaches to wellness that go beyond just exercise. In Episode 245 of The Begin Within Health Show, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Doyle, certified functional medicine practitioner and author of "The 7X Method," to uncover the missing pieces in traditional healthcare. If you've ever f...

Have you ever found yourself snapping at someone you care about or grabbing junk food despite your best intentions to eat healthier? In this episode, I break down fascinating research that reveals how to fix impulsive behavior naturally tonight through better sleep habits and environmental design. It turns out that getting less sleep significantly impacts our ability to control impulsive actions i...

In Episode 243 of The Begin Within Health Show, I speak with Graham Elliss, founder of Renewed After 50, about the stark difference between individuals who maintain mobility well into their 80s and 90s versus those who become dependent in their 50s. Graham shares his personal journey with heart disease and how fitness likely saved his life after experiencing multiple cardiac events, including hear...

Ever feel overwhelmed by conflicting health information? In this special announcement episode, I reveal an exciting new format designed to cut through the noise and deliver practical, science-backed health insights. In this episode, you'll discover: Why I'm introducing a new Tuesday episode format focused on quick, actionable health insights The fascinating study showing 1 minute of intense exerci...

Ever feel like you're giving great health advice but not fully practicing it yourself? In this special 4th anniversary episode of The Begin Within Health Show, I pull back the curtain and share the four biggest changes I've personally made to my health habits since starting this podcast. In this episode, you'll discover: How my approach to sleep transformed once I truly understood its impact on my...