Episode 59: Solving Anxiety & Depression Through the Body
Release Date: 07/20/2023
BioResilience Podcast
Recently I've been getting my best insights from the baseball field. Observing my son's physiology as he was going up to bat, I could tell something was off. Normally a very consistent hitter he has come into a slump and the path to success seemed obvious to me. Looking at his path to success, I found it quite applicable to my own struggles which lie in my point of focus.
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As I prepare for my 4th marathon, I was reminded of a story of heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko. I was told one of the reason he was such a great fighter was because he, by design, scheduled months of vacation time after each of his main event fights. Subconsciously, this gave his body permission to effectively "leave it all out on the canvas" as he didn't have to worry about saving anything for a training session the next day. His competitors on the other hand, were back at the gym the next morning. Have a quick listen and see where you may be "saving for tomorrow"...
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Spending hours on hours at my kids sporting events over the last few months gave me a little time to reflect. One thing I noticed was the main difference between the players was their ability to know where to be on the field at all times. The kids that knew exactly where to be in any given situation tend to stand out as a better player regardless of athletic abililty. This same concept of knowing where to be (internally speaking) reigns true for adults also. Knowing what state we should be in based on situation can be the difference between a perspective of problems or a...
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I totally became a victim of everything I try to strategize against. Everyone is at risk. I've been knocked out for the last 60 days or so trying to overcome depression. Practicing everything I know to work to overcome, exercise, proper nutrition, meditation, good sleep, dopamine balance, I couldn't bring myself back on track. By trial and error removing the things I consume, I was able to single out the culprit. The culprit being something that was suppose to be helpful. Take a quick listen and see if this applies to you.
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A recent webinar brought up some interesting questions about racing thoughts before bed. Racing thoughts are the minds way to strategize to avoid a threat also known as a sympathetic nervous response. In this episode we talk about bed time self regulation techniques that calm the mind to put you in the best position to trouble shoot your issue the next day.
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The idea of a plan sounds too simple to be a key factor in our ability to keep our systems calm and regulated. I'm always looking for ways to shorten the window of time I spend in a sympathetic nervous state. Recently I found, a simple plan, even if its the wrong plan helps give form and purpose to activity. Activity without form and purpose can cause worry, fear, anxiety, stress and more of the things that if not adjusted could lead to long term problems. Have a quick listen with me to see what I found and how building a simple plan can have a huge impact on how you feel.
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Why do people struggle losing weight or sticking to a new year plan? The answer isn't discipline, laziness or motivation. The answer, in my opinion, is based on the priorities of the body. When under threat the body needs to conserve energy and there is really no time to exercise, lose weight or commit to anything outside of survival. Have a quick listen and see if this applies to you.
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On a recent visit with my doctor we took some metabolic tests to determine how I can optimize and recover quicker. Getting data on true BMR and proper macro requirements can be a game changer for performance and overall health. Have a quick listen as I run through some of the data we captured and a plan I have put in place to make some changes as it corresponds to my recovery, weight, ability to burn fat and more.
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Staying cool under pressure is definitely a skill that can and should be developed. Bringing unneeded emotions into a situation usually distracts from executing the plan and can really make a bigger problem out of thing. This past week I was a witness to a dad that had just too much and flew off the handle when his kid accidently spilt a drink. Unfortunately more people act this way and don't know that there is an alternative to an emotional outburst over a tiny problem. Even with situations like that, there are millions more where we get triggered during conversation. In...
info_outlineWelcome to our latest episode, Using the Body to Conquer Anxiety & Depression. We often think of anxiety and depression as problems of the mind, but what if we've been looking in the wrong place? What if the most effective solutions lie not in our thoughts, but in our bodies?
In this illuminating discussion, we delve into the empowering and transformative potential of physical movement and exercise. I'll share some personal experiences that reveal the incredible ways our bodies can help us fight back against these common, yet often misunderstood, mental health challenges.
I'll also share practical tips and strategies for integrating more movement into your daily life, and give examples of individuals who have personally used the power of physical activity to conquer their anxiety and depression.
It's time to turn the tables on anxiety and depression, and it all starts with a simple step. Tune in and learn how to harness the power of your body to kickstart your journey to mental wellness.
Remember, in this battle for mental health, your body isn't just a vessel, it's an ally. Let's start to move, let's start to heal!