Brains with Brawn: Exploring Eating and Exercise through Neuroscience

Hi y’all! In this episode, we’ll be discussing the three major lifts: deadlifts (my favorite), squats (not my favorite), and bench presses (somewhere in between). We’ll also be going over some of the benefits of weightlifting, and why everyone should be incorporating at least one aspect of strength training into their workout routine! As a disclaimer, if you are looking to start your weight lifting journey, be sure to reach out to a trained professional who can help guide you! For more information on the lifts that we’ll be talking about today: https://www.coachmag.co.uk/barbell-exercises/3725/how-to-deadlift; https://www.coachmag.co.uk/exercises/chest-exercises/186/bench-press-technique-tips.; https://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/high-bar-squats-vs-low-bar-squats-whats-difference/

Today, we’ll be discussing WEIGHTLIFTING (one of my favorite things to do!!) When I first got introduced to weightlifting, I was constantly bombarded with the word “hypertrophy.” Even though my coaches would always mention it to me, I never fully understood what it meant. So, in this episode, we’ll be uncovering the secrets behind hypertrophy and it can help you reach your fitness goals!

In this mini rant, I’ll be talking about my views on dieting, and why dieting never seemed to work for me. I’ll be talking about how I went from restricting and overeating to finding balance in what I eat! (Note (AND SPOILER hehe): I had little brain freeze at the end of the episode… I meant to say that “I don’t think that I’ll ever diet again”)

GIRL TALK: Yes, it’s that time of the month. Today, we’ll be talking about the brain, eating, and menstruation! We’ll explore which hormones are responsible for a healthy cycle, and how diet and lifestyle choices can influence your body. We will also discuss a condition known as amenorrhea, or the absence of periods. So, if you’re ready, get comfy and press that play button!

Ever feel like you can’t stop stress eating no matter how hard you try? Well, try the PASSS method! In this episode, we’ll be discussing tips and tricks avoid stress eating! For more reading: https://hcavirginia.com/blog/entry/practice-mindfulness-to-take-control-of-emotional-eating

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss/art-20047342

https://www.self.com/story/tips-for-combating-food-guilt-and-shame

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-eating-slowly-may-help-you-feel-full-faster-20101019605

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5deab5a49f9b232bd0dea919/t/5f07b4672a781d01ba91eaea/1594340457141/Does+savoring+increase+happiness+A+daily+diary+study.pdf

Ever wonder why we stress eat? Why we always seem to be craving chips, chocolate, or cookies whenever we’re stressed? In this podcast, we will be discussing the neurological mechanisms that drive stress eating! (Spoiler alert: make sure you bring bear repellent) Here are some links for additional reading: https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-stress-causes-people-to-overeat”

https://kids.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/frym.2019.00095

Hello, and welcome to Brains with Brawn. I’m your host, Naomi (a self-proclaimed brain-obsessed weightlifter). In this episode, I’ll be discussing my motivation behind this two-year long passion project.