Gains Beyond Gains: The Connection Between Fitness and Mental Health
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In this episode we discuss the relationship between fitness and mental health with my friend Joey Szatmary.
Joey is a multi-sport strength athlete who’s a HUGE advocate for mental health; he’s a strength and conditioning coach, pro-strongman (2019 strongman national champion, by the way), a high school lacrosse coach, gym owner for 7+ years, YouTuber, former football and lacrosse team captain, and last, but certainly not least, has a strong passion for playing DJ at any social gathering.
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WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:
- The importance of breaking societal stigmas of mental health, especially for men
- Fitness's positive impact on mental well-being
- Conquering self-doubt and imposter syndrome in relation to adding fitness into your day-to-day
- Strategies for making fitness enjoyable and sustainable for anyone
- The GAINS beyond the physical gains of fitness, like self-efficacy, discipline, confidence, and community
In this episode, we talk about how fitness isn't just about physical strength—it's a powerful tool for mental well-being and personal growth. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just trying to get started, there's something here for everyone, we promise.
After listening, let us know how integrating fitness has empowered you to conquer self-doubt and thrive in all areas of your own life. We'd love to hear your stories and might even feature it on one of our future episodes!
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Fitness And Mental Health, Breaking Stigmas, Strength And Conditioning, Pro Strongman, National Champion, Gym Community, Self-Efficacy, Discipline And Confidence, Imposter Syndrome, Sustainable Fitness, Mental Well-Being, Fitness Strategies, Overcoming Self-Doubt, Building A Community, Fitness And Therapy, Exercise Benefits, Fitness Motivation, High School Coaching, Fitness Journey
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