MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
1402: Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress & How to Know the Difference
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin break down different kinds of stress and how to become more resilient to the challenges life throws at us.
- Why all stress is NOT bad. (2:35)
- How we NEED stress to adapt and grow. (4:50)
- The different categories of stress. (7:14)
- Why balance is SO important. (9:18)
- How good stress can become bad stress. (10:21)
- Characteristics that describe “good” stress. (13:53)
- The characteristics of “bad” stress. (21:11)
- How our thoughts dictate our feelings. (26:42)
- How to become aware of good versus bad stress and tips to increase your body’s resilient capacity. (28:07)
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- Are you adapting or getting better? (28:45)
- Your life experiences. (33:12)
- Have a strong support network. (36:31)
- Get better sleep. (38:08)
- Unplug and detach from your home environment. (39:28)
- Get out in nature. (41:22)
- Inject calm exercise and movement into your routine. (43:15)
- Connect with people in real life. (44:17)
- Learn to let loose. (45:58)
- Have a regular mindfulness or spiritual practice. (49:38)
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