Why does someone decide to start a podcast? And why does that person stay committed once the novelty has worn off? I’m answering both of those questions today, as part of a week of episodes on the act and art of podcasting itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are two really hard parts of building a regular movement habit–starting it, and sticking with it. Today, we’re talking about how to keep going with it once you’ve broken the seal, and how to get back on track when you inevitably fall off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OK, so you’re convinced that it’s time for you to move more, if only you can find the time. That’s what you’ll learn how to do in today’s episode.So today I’m sharing some helpful questions to ask yourself that can help move you from thinking about exercising, to actually doing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m talking with Forrest Kolaski, my personal trainer, whom I’ve been working out with for about four years, for his perspective on how to stop thinking that you should be getting more exercise and start actually doing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m taking aim at the idea that in order for exercise to count, you have to be wearing spandex and you have to break a sweat, and I’m doing it by shining a light on the life-changing magic of a daily walk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you gotten out of the habit of exercising and can’t seem to get motivated to moving again? Well today’s episode can help, because I’m sharing 6 ways that exercise boosts your health that go far, FAR beyond burning calories–which is where I think most of us begin and end in our minds when it comes to reasons for exercising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A key part of focused attention is shutting out anything that isn’t what you’re choosing to focus on. So it’s only natural that at any given time, there are many things that you aren’t paying attention to. But sometimes, important stuff gets lumped into that group of “things I’m ignoring.” Today, we’re taking a look at what those things are for you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know those moments when your ability to pay attention to any one thing drops out and you feel overwhelmed by everything and it’s just all too much? Today, I’ve got something to help you with that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking with Dr. Michelle Braun, neuropsychologist and author of High Octane Brain, about what parts of the brain are responsible for attention, the difference between attention and focus, the relationship between time and attention, and how to create the condition your brain needs to be able to focus--while still enjoying some good old fashion distraction, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are two kinds of attention--one that we tend to prioritize (and wish we were better at), and one that we tend to judge as bad (or have been told is bad by teachers, parents, and bosses). You need both, because they feed each other. Come find out what type of attention will help improve your focus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices