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Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates

EP #304 Mark Young: How I Almost Died, Plus Lessons From Old School Fitness Industry Networks

Feb 20, 2024
Mark Young, a veteran in the fitness industry, shares his near-death experience and lessons from the pre-social media era. He discusses the importance of ethics in online fitness marketing, his resilience through a life-threatening medical ordeal, and the significance of muscle mass in health resilience. The podcast also hints at an upcoming fitness event with big names like Jonathan Goodman and Jennifer Van Barn.
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  • Consistency and progress in small steps are crucial for recovery and overcoming challenges.
  • Building a foundation of strength through fitness aids in resilience and faster recovery.

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Overcoming Adversity Through Small Steps

Faced with a life-threatening illness, Mark emphasizes the importance of taking small steps every day, even when circumstances feel overwhelming. His mantras, 'always something, never nothing,' and 'focus on what you can do, not what you can't,' guided his recovery, urging consistency and progress in any form, regardless of scale. By maintaining a positive mindset and focusing on incremental forward motion, Mark emphasized the significance of persistence and resilience in challenging times.

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