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Get Lean, Stay Healthy and Kick Ass at Life with Oonagh Duncan

Nov 5, 2024

In this lively discussion, Oonagh Duncan, CEO of Fit Feels Good and author of 'Healthy as F*ck', dives into transforming health through habits rather than genetics. She emphasizes the power of consistency and simple actions like increasing vegetable intake and prioritizing sleep. Oonagh also challenges the idea of quick fixes, promoting self-acceptance and mindful movement as keys to personal growth. Discover how rewarding habits rather than outcomes can lead to lasting change and the joys of embracing your unique wellness journey.

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Oonagh Duncan

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Quick takeaways

Focusing on emotional well-being rather than weight loss fosters a healthier relationship with fitness and self-image.

Reframing language around health choices empowers individuals and reinforces accountability on their fitness journey.

Creating sustainable habits rather than temporary diets is essential for long-term success and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Deep dives

The Feel Good Movement

The concept of the 'Feel Good Movement' emphasizes that fitness is not solely determined by weight but by how individuals feel about themselves. Rather than focusing on a specific weight loss target, the movement encourages participants to pursue the feelings associated with achieving their own goals. For many, this means learning to love and accept their bodies in their current state while remaining excited about future progress. By prioritizing emotional well-being over numerical goals, individuals can create a healthier relationship with fitness and self-image.

Intro

2min

Redefining Success and Happiness

21min

Embracing Simple Habits for Health

14min

Mindful Movement and Meditation

11min

The Impact of Habits and Recommended Reads

2min

Embrace Your Inner Hero: Transforming Life Through Storytelling

2min

Transformative Habits and Personal Growth Journey

3min

Transforming Identity: From Smoker to Health Advocate

3min

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Oonagh Duncan.

Oonagh Duncan is the CEO and founder of Fit Feels Good. She is a multi-award-winning fitness expert, media personality, and author of Healthy as F*ck: The Habits You need to Get Lean, Stay healthy and Kick Ass at Life.

Your body is the result of two facts: genetics and habit. You can’t do anything about your genetics, but you can control your habits. Habits are the ones who control your body, and if you redesign your habits, you can live as a whole new person.

On this episode of The Growth Guide, we explore the importance of being comfortable with being alone and how implementing basic healthy habits can lead to personal growth. Oonagh discusses the all-too-common desire for a big secret to health and wellness and how people can create their own effort to results ratio.

Tune in for valuable insights on creating sustainable habits and personal growth.

[4:56] Choice of language – the language we choose is important when framing weight loss and dieting.

[17:04] Compound interest – What will sustain you is your habits, and consistency will provide exponential results.

[21.12] Reward for the habit, not the outcome – You really have to reward the action and not the outcome because the outcome is often very much delayed.

[26.18] Eating vegetables – Oonagh explains how a half-plate of vegetables can help your daily diet.

[32.16] Sleeping – We talk about the importance of sleep as a part of dieting.

[39.26] Meditating – How meditation helps you to make better choices in life.

[46.53] Value of Small wins – Start with the smallest version of the habit and reinforce your identity as someone who keeps their promises to themselves.

Connect with Oonagh

Website - oonaghduncan.com/

fitfeelsgood.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oonaghduncan/

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/fitfeelsgood

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@oonaghduncan

Book by Onnagh
Healthy as F*ck: The Habits You Need to Get Lean, Stay Healthy, and Kick Ass at Life

Oonagh’s Podcast
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