logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2024
27m 32s

Ep. 490: Very Special Episode: Dozens of...

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project
About this episode

We discuss dozens of hacks from listeners about how to create a habit of regular exercise, plus we share many of our own personal favorite hacks for exercising.

Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com

Follow on social media:

@GretchenRubin on YouTube

@GretchenRubin on TikTok

@GretchenRubin on Instagram

@GretchenRubin on Threads

@LizCraft on Instagram

@LizCraft on Threads

@GretchenRubin on ThreadsGet the podcast show notes by email every week: happiercast.com/shownotes

Get the resources and all links related to this episode here: http://happiercast.com/490

Get Gretchen Rubin’s newest New York Times bestselling book Life in Five Senses to see how she discovered a surprising path to a life of more energy, creativity, luck, and love: by tuning in to the five senses. Now available wherever books are sold.

Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. 

To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up next
Yesterday
More Happier: Talking Romance Writing with Stacey Abrams and Lori Gottlieb
In this Roundtable discussion, we explore the role of romance in fiction and real life. Author and political leader Stacey Abrams explains how she weaves it into her suspense novels by focusing on authentic human connection, while therapist Lori Gottlieb brings her perspective on ... Show More
36m 43s
Aug 20
Ep. 548: Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, Surprising Fun & Solving Rebel Resistance to Something Desirable
We explore how we can signal dedication to an aim by putting our money where our mouth is—though it’s important to note that merely spending money isn’t enough. We also share listeners' delightfully surprising answers about what they do for fun. Plus we tackle a fascinating Rebel ... Show More
31m 48s
Aug 18
A Little Happier: Mega-Star Taylor Swift Chooses the Right Tool to Suit Her Work
Super-star musician Taylor Swift has three categories of imaginary pens that she uses to write her songs. Having the right tools helps to make work a joy—and in Taylor Swift’s case, even imaginary tools help to make work a joy. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in to ... Show More
2m 18s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 4
Easy, Evidence-Based Hacks for Fitness | Marielle Segarra
Including: “exercise snacking,” prioritizing play, and overcoming “revenge bedtime procrastination.” Marielle Segarra is a reporter and the host of NPR's Life Kit, the award-winning podcast and radio show that shares trustworthy, nonjudgmental tips that help listeners navigate th ... Show More
59m 6s
Jun 13
Intuitive Eating 101 with Christy Harrison | Get Fit Sanely Listener Picks
We asked listeners to tell us about some of their favorite episodes from our Get Fit Sanely series, and we’ll be bringing you some excerpts of those episodes on Fridays this month. Today, we’re hearing from listener Traci who was introduced to the transformative concept of intuit ... Show More
15m 59s
Jan 2025
#279 How to make habits stick with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Going into 2025, we all want to make changes. But instead of focusing on new goals, and perhaps stacking more habits on top of ones that you’ve already got, or failed at before, maybe it’s time to break free from habits that hold you back? Perhaps this is the reason why you strug ... Show More
1h 47m
Aug 11
3699: What Taking A Break Can Teach You About Self Care by Randi Kay of Naturally Randi Kay
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3699: Randi Kay explores how taking intentional breaks can reveal deeper truths about our relationship with productivity, r ... Show More
8m 4s
Jul 2024
Reprendre le contrôle de son attention dans un monde de distractions : 10 conseils pour être présent.e, efficace et avoir + de temps libre
Être capable d’être concentré.e et de ne pas se laisser distraire sans cesse c’est sans aucun doute l’une des compétences les plus importantes et qui peut le plus transformer notre quotidien. Dans cet épisode je vous donne 10 conseils et stratégies concrètes que vous pourrez appl ... Show More
37m 56s
Jul 2024
#257 The Surprising Benefits of Vinegar with Dr Rupy
Vinegar shots, gummies and acetic acid based drinks are everywhere. But what’s the evidence behind them and can they live up to the claims of improving blood sugar regulation, prevent type 2 diabetes and even lowering cholesterol.Well the team and I decided to deep dive into this ... Show More
33m 42s
Jan 2025
Sleep Smarter: Hacks for Restorative Rest - Shawn Stevenson
Shawn Stevenson is a bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and the creator and host of The Model Health Show, one of the world’s top health and wellness podcasts. With a passion for uncovering the most effective, science-backed health strategies, Shawn delivers engaging “mastercla ... Show More
36m 59s
Feb 2025
BITESIZE | 3 Simple Science-Backed Ways to Boost Your Happiness | Professor Laurie Santos #523
We all want to be happy, but what truly brings us happiness is often not what we think. Today’s clip is from episode 151 of the podcast with Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology at Yale University. Laurie’s ‘Science of Wellbeing’ course has developed into a global phenomenon, w ... Show More
19m 38s
Jun 6
How To Get a Fluffy Hippocampus with Wendy Suzuki | Get Fit Sanely Listener Picks
We asked listeners to tell us about some of their favorite episodes from our Get Fit Sanely series, and we’ll be bringing you some excerpts of those episodes on Fridays this month. Today, we’re hearing from listener Cynthia who had a vivid takeaway from our episode on exercise an ... Show More
14m 29s
Jan 2025
Roxie Nafousi, Manifestation Expert: 7 Step Guide to Manifestation, Reinventing Yourself at 30, Journaling Tips, and More
On today’s episode I am talking with manifestation expert, Roxie Nafousi. She dives into her past – battling addiction, depression, and then reinventing her life at 30 years old. She has now become a successful mentor and best-selling author, using her own personal experience to ... Show More
57m 31s