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Running Series #4: Prepping For Your First Race (A Guide For Race Day)
In today's fourth installment in a four part series on running, we focus on considerations as you prepare for your final goal, race day! We review various 'buckets' of preparation, followed by a brief statement about our new normal and virtual events.
Running Series #3: Types of Runs and Training Methods (MAF Overview)
In the third of this four part podcast series on running, we dive into the various types of runs to put into your training plans. We also provide a brief overview of the, "Maximum Aerobic Function" method by Dr. Phil Maffetone. We cover five types of ru
Running Series #2: Preparing For Your First Run (Plan Like a Turtle)
In the first running series episode last week, we discussed the benefits of running, gear, and goal setting. In the second instalment of our four part series, we walk you through what is needed for your first run. In order for you to be successful, we b
Running Series #1: Benefits of Running, Required Gear, and Goal Setting
Physical fitness is one of several critical factors for improving wellness from the perspective of Health Psychology and Behavioural Medicine. In the first of a four part series on running, we discuss how to incorporate running as one part of a lifestyle
FMP 025 • On Plant-Based Living and Caution To Vegans During The Pandemic
In today's episode we discuss the rationale for why the Finding My Psych brand promotes a plant-based lifestyle. It is important to emphasize that plant-based living is a personal choice that is not easy to make. In particular, we support plant-based liv
Liz Garrett on Vegan Athletics, Cultural Warfare, and Self-Care
In today's show, Liz Garett, the Plant-Based Power Coach, and I connect to discuss our return to vegan athletics. The journey to wellness has many ups and downs. Knowing that it has been two years since our lest discussion about our personal athletics j
The Psychology of Coping During Recovery Mode from COVID19
In today's episode, we discuss the current state of the COVID19 pandemic as we officially start recovery mode. Society has been rattled, lives lost, and the pathway forward is uncertain. Nevertheless, we persevere, even when the news is dominated by rep
Plant-Based Advocates vs The Anti-Vaccination Movement (The Evidence)
The anti-vaccination movement is attempting to align itself with the plant-based movement, in particular, veganism. While a very small minority of vegans subscribe to ill-informed anti-vax beliefs, it is important for plant-based advocates of any kind, d
Twenty Powerful Questions by Andrea Drugay - Visioning Your Year
In today's episode, we review twenty prompts suggested by Andrea Drugay, UX writer and manager at DropBox. We cover important considerations for each prompt. We also suggest that you record your responses in a place you can return to later for review.
Fighting the End of the Year Health Slump (Your Personal Care Plan)
Starting in November, people experience a significant downgrade in both their physical and emotional wellbeing. This health slump, if not managed appropriately, can feel impossibly difficult to emerge from after the holiday season passes.