In this 400th episode of the Extraordinary Business Book Club, the host answers questions from listeners on topics such as starting a running group, traits of authors, tips for first-time authors, untackled topics in business books, personal motivations and inspirations, and the importance of writing as a thinking tool.
To start running, find structure, camaraderie, and a goal, but if you hate it, try another outdoor exercise.
For men over 70 starting strength training, focus on form, find a supportive gym, and increase protein intake.
Deep dives
Advice for Starting Running
To start running, the speaker suggests finding structure, camaraderie, and a goal. They share their experience of running with a group of women, needing accountability and support. They recommend programs like COUCH TO 5K and highlight the benefits of having a voice guide you through the process. However, if someone truly hates running after giving it a fair chance, they encourage finding another form of outdoor exercise that brings happiness.
Strength Training Tips for Men Over 70
For men over 70 starting strength training, the speaker advises finding a gym where they feel comfortable and supported. They emphasize focusing on form rather than lifting heavy weights to avoid injury. Additionally, the speaker recommends increasing protein intake to support muscle building and suggests adding protein powder to meals for convenience.
Traits of Practical Inspiration Publishing Authors
According to the speaker, authors published by Practical Inspiration Publishing share two common traits. Firstly, they are described as genuinely nice, collaborative, and easy to work with. Secondly, they are not content with simply publishing a book quickly, but instead, they deeply engage in the coaching and challenging process to create high-quality books. The speaker expresses pride in the authors' commitment to producing meaningful work.
How can I start running when I absolutely hate running?
What's your one big, albeit lesser known, tip for writing your first book?
Have you tried smoked chili peanut butter yet?
When I put out the call for questions for this quadricentennial episode, I could never have imagined the response. From the playful to the profound, these questions have got me thinking and I hope they, and my answers, will get you thinking too.
So for one week only, to celebrate this 400-episode milestone, you're asking the questions in the Extraordinary Business Book Club and I'm in the hot seat. Very strange, but very fun!
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