In this episode, we sit down with renowned fitness expert and motivational speaker, Todd Durkin, for an inspiring conversation. Todd shares his insights on why adopting the right mindset is essential to achieving personal wellness goals, and how it influences every aspect of our lives. We dive into the transformative practice of gratitude journaling, discussing how this simple yet powerful habit can elevate mental health, boost positivity, and improve relationships. Todd also emphasizes the importance of prioritizing your own well-being before taking care of others, offering practical tips for creating balance in a busy life. As we approach the holiday season, Todd provides valuable nutrition advice for staying on track with health goals without feeling deprived. We also explore the role of pain as a teacher, with Todd reflecting on how challenging experiences can lead to personal growth and greater resilience. This episode is filled with actionable wisdom and empowering stories from Todd's journey, designed to inspire you to take charge of your health, mindset, and happiness---no matter what challenges life may throw your way.

Todd Durkin is an award-winning strength, conditioning, and mindset coach, internationally recognized speaker, best-selling author, and entrepreneur known for his body, mind, and life-transforming work as a coach and confidant to top business and religious leaders, renowned entrepreneurs, and elite athletes including Super Bowl Champions, World Series Champions, X-Game Gold Medalists, and Olympic Gold Medalists. Durkin is the founder of Fitness Quest 10, a human performance facility regularly named one of America’s Top 10 gyms and the first Under Armour-sponsored training facility in the world. A sought-after speaker, Todd has delivered more than 300 keynotes across 5 continents, hosts an award-winning podcast, and has authored 4 bestselling books.

SHOW NOTES:

0:51 Welcome to the show!

2:03 Todd Durkin’s Bio

3:01 Welcome Todd to the podcast!

4:15 How does mindset affect success & happiness?

7:11 Why gratitude journaling works

12:55 Training the “Joes like the Pros”

17:31 Putting your oxygen mask on first

21:48 *SIPHOX HEALTH*

23:38 Making a game plan for the week

29:27 How to maximize recovery with diet & lifestyle

31:07 *MAGNESIUM BREAKTHROUGH*

Mindset, Game Plans and Recovery for the Holiday Season with Todd Durkin