In this conversation, Laurin Conlin discusses the critical intersection of physical and mental health, particularly in the context of coaching and bodybuilding.
She emphasizes the evolution of coaching from rigid dieting to a more flexible approach that incorporates mental health awareness. Laurin highlights the importance of exercise as a therapeutic outl ... Show More
Sep 27
487: The Hidden Psychological Impact of Balding - Harry James
In this conversation, Steve Hall and Harry discuss the emotional and psychological impacts of hair loss, the decision to shave one's head, and the societal pressures surrounding masculinity and appearance. They explore the fitness industry's role in shaping body image, the anxiet ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 20
486: The FINAL Level of Natural Bodybuilding? - Brandon Kempter
In this conversation, Brandon Kempter shares his journey to becoming an IFBB Pro, discussing the challenges and triumphs of his competitive season. He compares the experiences of natural and untested bodybuilding competitions, emphasizing the importance of production quality and ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 2020
3 Minute Stress Management
Stress is the aspect of anxiety that we feel in our body. Worry is about thoughts, but stress is how our muscles get tense, our breathing gets tight, it makes you ache or makes your hands sweat, stress is the physiological response to perceived danger. So when your brain perceive ... Show More
4m 35s
Oct 2024
Understanding the Impact of Chronic Stress on Your Brain | Dr. Robert Sapolsky
Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s rewiring your brain. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Sapolsky to dive into the science of stress and its profound impact on mental and physical health. We explore how chronic stress damages the brain, particularly the hippocampus, l ... Show More
1h 14m
Mar 2025
Stress Reduction: 5 Free, Quick, Science-Backed Strategies | Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
A Harvard doctor on how she went from stress patient to stress expert. Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard stress expert, and the author of The 5 Resets: Rewire Your Brain and Body For Less Stress and More Resilience. In this episode we talk about: Healthy stress vs. unhealthy stre ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2023
The Stress Fix: How to Reframe Your Mindset and Turn Stress into Your Ally
Do you want the good news or bad news of STRESS? Come explore the concept of eustress, or good stress, and how it can motivate us to perform at our best. We also address the negative effects of stress on our physical and mental health, and offer practical techniques for managing ... Show More
21m 23s
Feb 2025
Stressed Out? How to Manage Stress and Reset Your Nervous System
How do you recognize and overcome stress manifestations? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, I dive into the deep-rooted effects of stress—how it sneaks into our thoughts, our bodies, and even our sleep. I share my Ultimate Stress Reset Formula, a simple three-step process to h ... Show More
25m 39s