Struggling to maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle that truly satisfies both your physical and mental needs is an all-too-common challenge. You might feel stuck in a routine that seems uninspired or disconnected from what genuinely sparks your joy, leaving you dreading workouts or struggling with diet plans that don't align with your real goals. Achieving a flow state, where challenge meets skill and you become fully absorbed in the moment, can drastically transform your approach, making your health journey not just fulfilling but sustainable over the long haul. This episode delves into helpful strategies to ignite your passion for fitness, pinpoint the true purpose behind your health goals, and harness the power of mindset to achieve a vibrant, lively life.

Mike Aidala is Guinness World record-breaking performance and mindset coach whose journey began with strength and conditioning, where he honed his skills working with top-level athletes. Transitioning to a focus on holistic health and wellness, Mike has gone on to guide clients towards unlocking their peak potential. Known for his feats of strength such as single-arm overhead squats and endurance challenges like the Leadville 100, Mike embodies a rare synthesis of physical prowess and mindfulness. Mike also cultivates community through engaging activities, connecting with individuals seeking to align their mindsets with their physical endeavors.

“If you're creative enough to create a challenge and then focused enough to practice a skill, you can get into that state.” - Mike Aidala

In this episode, you will learn:

• Mike's approach to moving from external expectations to understanding and living your own truth, eliminating the word "should" from your vocabulary.
• How curiosity in the gym led Mike to explore unique feats of strength and later transition into endurance training, embracing challenging personal goals like the Leadville 100.
• The importance of flow state in balancing challenge and skill, whether through strength training, running, or daily activities.
• Mike's strategies for recovery and sleep optimization, highlighting the essential role of hydration, electrolyte balance, and quality rest.
• How Mike blends mindset coaching with performance, focusing on growth, ownership, and gratitude to foster personal flourishing.
• Insights into social connection, environmental alignment, and the added benefits of involving community in training routines for holistic well-being.

Resources

• Connect with Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike.aidala
• Find out more about Mike’s Performance Mindset Coaching offerings: https://www.theoffense.co/ 
• Shop all the products Mike mentions in this episode: https://alively.com/products/mike-aidala 

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:

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Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:

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