Aram Grigorian joins me on the show today to dive into the importance of setting boundaries, establishing routines, and understanding the difference between short term fitness goals and sustainable life changes. We discuss the perennial myth that lifting automatically makes a person bulky, and truth that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to fitness.

Aram chats candidly about why he initially dove into fitness as an insecure kid who was also an immigrant from another country, and sheds light on the underlying mental struggles many face in the world of body aesthetics. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and finding true empowerment by stepping outside your comfort zone.

“We're not asking you to move mountains here, but just make a fucking decision and be firm in that decision. Draw a line in the sand around yourself and the noise and the garbage.”

- Aram Grigorian (4weeks2thebeach)

“Most of these people in aesthetic sports lean into the sport to escape their mental bullshit. They never actually learned to resolve the mental issues that are underneath.”

- Aram Grigorian (4weeks2thebeach)

This week on Tater Talks: Two Bitches Talk Fitness:

·      The significance of boundaries and structure in achieving life goals

·      The reality check of achieving fitness goals vs maintaining them in the long run

·      Comparing oneself with the right people to set realistic goals

·      The empowering nature of knowing how to make health-forward choices, even in challenging social situations

·      How facing fears and challenging oneself provides a sense of accomplishment and personal growth

·      Teaching the next generation the value of self-worth, physical activities, and proper nutrition

Resources Mentioned:

·      4weeks2thebeach on Instagram

·      The Real Coaches Summit in Las Vegas (2024)

Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of Tater Talks: Two Bitches Talk Fitness, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

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