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Episode 3149:

Mark Fisher highlights how the natural endorphin rush from exercise can boost motivation but also warns against overtraining and injury from chasing that “fitness high.” He shares practical strategies for sustainable motivation, including varying movement, prioritizing recovery, and incorporating nature or social connections to keep workouts enjoyable and safe.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markfisherfitness.com/how-to-stay-motivated-and-high/

Quotes to ponder:

"Some people never come to love the physical discomfort of training hard. But we all can enjoy the feeling of being accomplished."

"Don’t justify joint damage because 'fitness is healthy.'"

"Resist the desire to dive into a vigorous training session without a warmup!"

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