Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast REVERB 24: The Stress Paradox: Small Habits, Big Leadership Impact
Aug 11, 2025
Learn how the right kind of stress can enhance physical health and sharpen mental acuity. Discover the power of small habits, like fasting and exercise, to improve leadership effectiveness. The speakers emphasize the importance of health routines for leaders, sharing personal stories and humor to highlight the balance between urgency and well-being. Overcoming exercise reluctance brings mental rewards, while prioritizing health ensures better team dynamics. It's all about transforming leadership through personal wellness!
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Build Short Rest Into High-Impact Workouts
- Rest one minute between high-impact exercises to improve effectiveness.
- Short pauses enhance recovery and make your workouts more sustainable.
Use Controlled "Good" Stressors Regularly
- Introduce deliberate stressors like interval walking, sauna exposure, and timed fasting.
- These stresses trigger cellular adaptations that improve longevity and resilience.
Hill Sprint Changed A Familiar Walk
- Sandra and Andy sprinted up a hill during a routine walk and were breathless.
- The short interval disrupted routine and showed interval power.
