Fitness Over The Holidays - Holiday Fitness Special

Mind Muscle with Simon de Veer

Have you ever wondered if the festive season and fitness could coexist without one dampening the other? We're here to assure you that they can! Join us as we unravel the festive fitness conundrum, discussing our evolving perspective on fitness during this season of festivities. We also shed some light on the impact of recent Black Friday sales and economic shifts on your fitness journey, and how those factors might influence your fitness activities during this time.
The journey towards fitness is not just about sweating it out in the gym; it involves understanding and avoiding potential risks as well. One such risk we're highlighting today is the dangerous trend of treadmill farmer's walks. We share some of our personal experiences and observations, stressing the importance of proper training and caution while working with loaded carries. We also suggest safer alternatives and discuss the advantages of outdoor training. In the spirit of the holiday season, we've also curated a list of practical and valuable fitness gift options that your fitness enthusiast friends would love!
Finally, let's talk about the role of food in our health and fitness journey. It is often overlooked in fitness gift guides, but it's an aspect of our lives that can significantly influence our health. We suggest some thoughtful and practical food-related gifts perfect for those who are health-conscious. We also discuss some recent controversial news about Weight Watchers admitting their mistakes and the importance of personal responsibility in maintaining our health. Tune in to our candid conversation about the interconnectedness of mind and muscle, and their essential role in overall growth. Enjoy the holidays, keep lifting, and keep growing. We'll be doing the same!

Producer: Thor Benander
Editor: Luke Morey
Intro Theme: Ajax Benander
Intro: Timothy Durant
For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Capitole

1. Fitness Over The Holidays - Holiday Fitness Special (00:00:00)

2. Approaching Fitness Goals During the Holidays (00:00:04)

3. Dangers of Farmer's Walk on Treadmills (00:06:44)

4. Critiquing Gift Ideas (00:17:07)

5. Food's Role in Health and Fitness (00:31:32)

6. Weight Watchers and Responsibility for Health (00:47:42)

7. Determinism vs Personal Responsibility (00:57:30)

8. Preparing for Holidays, Building Authentic Connections (01:03:18)