The mind plays a large role in fitness, exercise, and sports—almost as large as our cardiovascular system, strength, speed, and power. Get-Fit Guy interviews neuroscientist Dr. Bob Schafer to learn how habits and mindfulness can improve our training. Plus, which is more important: practicing 10,000 hours or being born with the right genetics? Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/how-your-brain-keeps-your-body-fit Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW GET-FIT GUY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetFitGuy Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetFitGuy

428 - How Your Brain Keeps Your Body Fit

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428 - How Your Brain Keeps Your Body Fit

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