For those of
you that are auditory learners, the article “Get Healthier Through Listening”
found in the New York Times dated February 2, 2020 might be a good fit. The
article lists seven interesting podcasts regarding health. This essay pertains
to both physical and emotional health.
The
following are the 7 podcasts:
1. Hurdle- pertains to stories from
numerous experts and their useful tools in the fitness world of health. The
starter episode is titled “How to Start [and Stay] Running.
2. Mental illness Happy Hour-pertains to
intimate and private conversations with guests about their humorous and traumatic
psychological issues. The starter episode is titled “Best of: Rob Delaney
[2011].”
3. The Nutrition Divas Quick and Dirty
Tips for Eating Well and Feeling Fabulous- pertains to variety of topics,
dietary advice and simple lessons by being better informed. The starter episode
is titled “10 Nutrition Worries You Can Stop Stressing About.”
4. An Arm and a Leg-pertains to dealing
with the cost of healthcare and wellness and how to navigate the pitfalls. The
starter episode is titled “Can They Freaking Do That?!”
5. Food Psych-pertains to stories about
how individuals unlearn years of restrictive unhealthy behaviors by listening
to various body cues. The starter episode is titled “Intuitive Eating and
Health at Every Size FAQs.”
6. Outside Podcast- pertains to stories
set in the great outdoors where well-being is placed at the intersection of
physical endurance and psychological upheaval while looking at the amazing
ability of the body in overcoming many stresses. The starter episode is titled
“Struck by Lightning.”
7. The Model Health Show-pertains to
overall health by overhauling lifestyle, accelerating fat loss and building
muscle mass. Combatting chronic pain from generative disc disease is one
example. The starter episode is titled “T MHS 383: How Your Thoughts Control
Your Biology and How to Transform Your Thinking.”
These
podcasts fit well within today’s electronic media savvy population and provides
much information. Just sit back and listen. However, 200,000 years ago our
ancestors were hunters and gatherers. This suggests that they just didn’t sit
around and learn by listening. For information gathering, they used other
senses for survival too. Then, about 10 to 12,000 years ago agriculture was
introduced and with its many labor saving devices that diminished physical
activity. So presently, one suggestion, if you’re going to listen to a podcast,
begin by standing. Sitting in chairs, sofas etc. are unhealthy.
Consider, taking a look at what might be
holding you back from engaging in and in making better decisions regarding
physical and mental health. Obviously we are talking about lifestyle and the numerous
behavioral reinforcements or lack of reinforcements made over time. Another
factor to consider but related is that likely the problem is not about lack of
information but about doing or simply put, motivation to do.
As for
motivation goes, it’s important to have a significant, important and meaningful
measurable goal. It takes more than saying to yourself I want to get in better
physical and emotional shape. There has to be an important reason; a priority;
enough time and energy; realistic markers that show growth and improvement; and
ability to navigate and work through the barriers or obstacles. Saying I want
to get in better physical and emotional shape does not work because the goal
has to be measured or evaluated effectively. For example, I’ll list 6 of my
goals: 1. Consuming a minimum of 7 servings of fruit and vegetables a day 2.
Writing at least one essay per week 3. Running – walking at least 45 to 55
miles per week 4.Competing in at least three 10 mile
trail running events per year 5. Taking I scoop 100% Whey Protein, 1000mg
Omega3, 100mg B1 ,and 100mg B2 daily
6.Performing at least 300 crunches per
day
If you are
auditory learner, the seven podcasts might be helpful as a starting point.
Physical and mental health take a lot of work and as I said in an earlier post
“It Ain’t Easy.”
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