From Dread to Desire: Embracing Joy in Your Workout (#71)

Episode Summary:

Hi, I'm Chuck Allen, your guide on the journey to a more intentional and cooler daily existence. In this episode of Cool Change, we dive deep into the transformative power of finding joy in our workouts. Joined by Colin Feldtman, a former pro baseball player turned fitness coach, we explore how shifting our mindset from viewing exercise as a chore to embracing it as a source of pleasure can fundamentally change our relationship with fitness.

What You'll Learn:

• How I went from hating every minute in the gym to looking forward to my daily workouts.
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• Colin's journey from professional athlete to a fitness coach, and how becoming a father has reshaped his approach to fitness.
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• The importance of finding your own motivation and tuning out the noise.
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• Practical tips for making your workout routine more enjoyable and less of a burden.
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• The power of asking, "What would this look like if it were easy?" to simplify and enjoy your fitness journey.
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• Why showing up is half the battle, and how small wins can lead to big changes.

Episode Highlights:

• My personal transformation story and how I found joy in the gym.
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• Colin's professional insights on adjusting fitness goals and routines as life changes.
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• Our discussion on the psychological shifts necessary for embracing fitness as a joyful part of life.
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• Strategies for anyone looking to make their workouts more enjoyable and effective.

More Info:

Find Colin on Instagram: @colinfeldtmanpdx

Mentioned: @crossfittualatin, @crossfitonetwenty

Closing Thoughts:

This episode is for anyone who's ever felt like working out is just another item on their to-do list. Colin and I share our journeys and insights to help you move from dread to desire when it comes to your fitness routine. Remember, the goal is to find joy in the process, not just the results. Here's to making our fitness journey a pleasurable part of our Cool Change.

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