How do I get started? It's the problem I hear more often than any other.
My passion and my goal—after overcoming paralyzing depression, addiction, and PTSD—is to empower others to take control of their bodies and minds so they can live amazing lives.
I've compiled a list of the ultimate tips that are crucial to starting a fitness routine. If you utilize these tools, you can conquer whatever is holding you back from your best, most badass life.
Read More"I can't workout on my own."
"How do you stay motivated?"
There is no secret to staying fit and healthy. Eat nourishing whole foods, exercise regularly, and drink tons of water.
But there is one secret of motivation. Harnessing the power of this one secret, especially if you hate to exercise, could usher a solid fitness routine into your life!
Read More"Food is like a pharmaceutical compound that affects the brain," says Fernando Gómez-Pinilla, a UCLA professor of neurosurgery and physiological science. "Diet, exercise and sleep have the potential to alter our brain health and mental function."
Take control of your body and mind by eating these food PROVEN to prevent and reverse depression!
Read MoreAll elite athletes do it.
Successful business people do it.
Rappers are always doing it.
Because it works.
I'm talking about the powerfully effective use of positive self-affirmation.
If you are a cynic or skeptic, recent neurological research and studies of affirmations should be enough to convince you of their powerfully transformational abilities.
Read on to learn about the neurobiology of how affirmations work, how to use them, plus a free worksheet to create powerful affirmations customized for your goals.
Read MoreFor my twenty-ninth birthday, I treated myself to a solo trip to the Indonesian paradise island of Bali.
But this trip to Bali was not just a tropical beach vacation. It was my glorious triumph over a lifetime of hopelessness and pain. We all give meaning to the events in our lives, and this was a very deliberate representation of my victory over self-hate, misery, and demoralization.
I fought for years and I finally won. And that is worth celebrating.
So that's exactly what I did.
Read MoreMotivation that creates lasting change comes from a desire to better yourself for yourself and only works when combined with determination and habit.
But sometimes, all you really need is some immediate motivation that triggers something within you and gets your adrenaline surging.
Tapping into your struggles as a motivating force can be very powerful, and my favorite ten images will get YOU into the spirit to fight back against whatever adversity you're faced with.
Read MoreI'm thrilled to celebrate being FIVE YEARS SMOKE FREE!
Can you believe that I used to smoke? A lot?
I used to smoke so much that I thought it was an actual characteristic of my personality.
Read more to find out how I quit cold turkey without any cravings or temptation, and why I'm more badass now than I could have ever been as a smoker.
Read MoreIt is my purpose and my passion to help people conquer their demons through physical and mental health and fitness.
Exercise is an essential, PROVEN treatment of depression and anxiety. For those without depression, it is necessary for a fully and happy life.
But what if you hate exercise? Then it's time to reconceptualize your thoughts on exercise. Keep reading for some highly unconventional ways to exercise AND enjoy yourself at the same time!
Read MoreI’m currently dealing with some health consequences from the effects of my bulimia. And it’s National Eating Disorder Awareness week. Ugh.
I don’t really want to talk about my present situation.
But I think National Eating Disorder Awareness week is the perfect reason to talk about it. It lets others who are dealing with an eating disorder know that they are not alone. It proves to them that there is no reason to hide their story in shame. Because through struggle, we find strength.
Read MoreHabits are extremely powerful. Ask anyone who has tried to stop biting their nails or stop smoking (turns out that it's much easier to overcome the nicotine addiction than to kick the habit of cigarette smoking). They'll tell you how powerful habits are.
The brain looooves forming habits. And they are extremely hard to ignore. This power can be used for good!
Read MoreWhen I was out of shape and heavier than my ideal weight, I assumed that when I got into shape, I’d feel incredible about my body. When I looked at pictures of women with fantastic, fit bodies, I thought they must always feel self-confident and love their body....
Read MoreI witness people making this mistake all the time, and it's mind-boggling to see. Read on for everything you need to know about how to avoid this common waste of time.
Read MoreDO NOT waste any more of your life NOT treating your depression! One researcher validates what both my own research and my personal experience has already proven to me: Exercise and nutrition is absolutely essential for conquering depression!
I strongly believe that every single person owes it to themselves to be informed of the mountain of clear evidence about depression treatment. Watching this video is one of the easiest ways to do that. In one video, an experienced research scientist describes six factors that are PROVEN to fight depression.
Read MoreFIRST TIME EVER ROCK CLIMBING.
And I started BIG.
On a mountain in Mae On, Thailand, I conquered my fear—my utter terror—of heights. I can't believe what I did! I feel proud and accomplished. And I learned some powerful transformational life lessons.
It was beautiful.
Read MoreHappy New Year! This is the time for fresh new beginnings and for looking ahead with vision, focus, and hope. It is a perfect time to set new goals for the year ahead.
We’re not talking about resolutions. We’re talking about goals. Resolutions usually fizzle and die in January, but goals are the difference between achievement and stagnation. They are the difference between victory and failure. You simply will not get where you want to go without goal-setting.
Use this comprehensive, evidence-based guide to achieve tremendous success in the coming year and arrive triumphant at the destination of your dreams.
Read MoreThe new year is a time to celebrate! And it's a time to reset and begin anew with focus, fervor, and hope. It's the perfect time to set exciting goals for the coming year. In this spirit, I've written a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to goal-setting, which you can read here.
As part of this process, I reviewed the growth, successes, and adventures I've had this past year. It was a huge year of growth and major life changes. I amazed by how much I did in 2015!
Looking back on my year, I feel so proud, and I want to CELEBRATE and share this amazing year!
Read MoreDepression is a complex disorder with many root causes, so the more angles you can attack it from, the better. Depression doesn’t have to control you. Use these scientifically-proven hacks to elevate your mood.
(Good news: These boost your mood even if you don't suffer from depression!)
Read MoreI've made it my mission to live the healthiest life possible so that not only my body, but my brain and soul—which live IN my body!—can thrive. There are foods that have proven to be so powerfully vitalizing over the years that I crave them.
The foods I crave. The foods that give me life. The foods I can't go a day without.
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