This week Kelly and JK discuss the importance of mental strength in fitness, underscored by a recent study highlighted in Psychology Today. The study reveals how beliefs about genetic predisposition can significantly impact physical performance and physiology in exercise and eating.

The conversation also touches on how medical professionals should communicate genetic risk to patients and relates these findings to everyday life, including personal anecdotes and experiences.

The episode wraps up with fun mentions of reality TV and plans for future episodes, including another 'Take it or leave it' segment.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff

00:23 Kelly's Holiday Trip Recap

03:14 Family Fitness and Gifts

06:27 Birthday Celebrations and Running at Sea Level

07:53 Cross Training and Gym Experiences

11:32 Run Club Commitment

14:36 Nine Week Reset Program

16:40 Holiday Stress and Year-End Reflections

21:06 Genetic Risk and Its Impact on Fitness

26:02 The Power of Perception in Exercise

27:56 The Impact of Belief on Physiology

30:33 Exploring the Role of GLP-1 in Nutrition

34:14 Mental Performance and Genetic Information

37:52 Personal Stories and Reflections

39:31 The Influence of Perception on Performance

46:32 Parenting and Perception

53:40 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

Links:

• https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/brainstorm/201901/learning-one-s-genetic-risk-might-affect-eating-and-exercise
• https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6874306/
• https://peteweishaupt.medium.com/behavior-before-success-5c7fa26a5732

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