In this conversation, Bekah and McKay discuss the often misunderstood topic of high intensity workouts, addressing common misconceptions about cortisol and its effects on the body. They emphasize the importance of proper nutrition, recovery, and listening to one's body when engaging in high intensity training. The discussion also covers the significance of managing stress and making lifestyle adjustments to support overall health and fitness goals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to High Intensity Workouts
00:28 The Debate on High Intensity and Cortisol
03:20 Understanding Recovery and Nutrition
05:42 The Importance of Listening to Your Body
08:24 Managing Stress and Cortisol Levels
11:11 The Roller Coaster of Dieting
13:46 Finding Balance in High Intensity Training
16:50 Listening to Your Body: When to Scale Back
21:23 Balancing Marathon Training and Life
22:46 The Importance of Routine and Ownership
23:42 Overcoming Motivation Challenges
24:44 Listening to Your Body
26:12 Consistency in Fitness
27:53 Nutrition and High-Intensity Training
30:03 Understanding Caloric Needs
32:05 Signs of Under-Eating
33:31 The Role of Sleep in Recovery
36:28 Stress Management Techniques
40:45 Small Changes for Big Results
Keywords
high intensity workouts, cortisol, nutrition, recovery, fitness, stress management, exercise, CrossFit, health, wellness
