021 SP How to Motivate Yourself to Exerc...

Dr. Monica Johnson reveals the powerful psychology behind hobbies and how they are essential for boosting mental health, reducing stress, and fostering joy. Discover why engaging in leisure activities can improve brain function, build social connections, and aid in trauma recover ... Show More

"Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) can feel like a "treat yourself" pass, but it's not magic; it's psychology. This episode looks at why BNPL systems are so seductive, especially for those with financial instability or emotional trauma. We also look at actionable steps to manage BNPL us ... Show More

Are you feeling lonely? Hear why making and keeping friends as an adult is harder than ever, and learn evidence-based strategies to build meaningful connections in a world that prioritizes productivity over people.Transcript: https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/mak ... Show More

Learn how to get motivated to exercise when you don't feel like working out, and 10 tips to get you in a fitness mood. 

You don't have to be a marathoner or gym rat to get meaningful health benefits from exercise. In fact, that die-hard mentality can actually deter you from getting movement. Here's how to start a fitness routine that you'll actually stick to. Learn more about sponsor message choic ... Show More

Feeling blocked with it comes to starting an exercise habit? You can actually get the health benefits of exercise with just 22 minutes of exercise a day — and you might be surprised what "counts" as exercise. Kiss your excuses goodbye! (This episode originally aired in December 2 ... Show More

If you’re short on time, the best exercise is squats! Before you get moving, know why your form is so important and how to make the exercise more challenging over time. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. 

Do you spend more time trying to get motivated to workout than you do actually working out? You're not alone. Supermodel, coach, and trainer Jill de Jong explains why "finding motivation" doesn't work and shares the secret behind what does. Read the transcript. Check out all the ... Show More

6 things to do if you get to the gym early: -Say hello to people -Get all your gear ready for class -Do some mobility work -Fill up your water bottle -Engage your fitness brain -Remember it's a workout not a talk off 

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he shares tips on optimizing your exercise routine for more energy, and why you don't always have to hit the gym for a great workout.Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity progr ... Show More

Just because you are busy with a new school year, doesn’t mean you have to let your fitness go out the window. There are many ways to build exercise into your busy day, even without hitting the gym. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/node/11736 Check out all ... Show More

This episode is part of a weekly series that I have dubbed “Motivation Monday.”(Yes, I know, very creative of me. What can I say, I’m a genius…)Seriously though, the idea here is simple:Every Monday morning, I’m going to post a short and punchy episode that I hope gets you fired ... Show More