Today we're joined by Dr. Alex Korb - neuroscientist, coach, and author of The Upward Spiral, an incredible book that explores how small, science-backed shifts can create momentum out of depression and help orient the brain toward resilience and joy.

We dive into what actually works to lift mood, how habits and brain chemistry interact, and why you don’t need to “fix everything” to start feeling better. 

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United States Olympian, Two time national champion Boxer, WBC international champion, Danny O’Connor is joining me here today to talk about his journey as an elite athlete experiencing an eating disorder. 

Danny O'Connor: https://www.doboxingacademy.com/

This episode contains content that may be triggering for some people. So listen with discretion. 

If you feel at risk it’s important to reach out for medical support. However if you’ve been through eating disorder recovery, and are trying to find your way back to a happy, healthy and fulfilled version of your life, coaches like myself are here to work with you on that phase of the journey. 

You're not alone. 

Marcus Kain

Eating Disorder Recovery Support:

BEAT (UK): https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

National Eating Disorders Association, NEDA, (USA): https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

Butterfly (AUS): https://butterfly.org.au/

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Social media is flooded with content about the “best” exercises - but is this not much more than clickbait? In this episode, Luke Tulloch, fitness industry veteran joins me to break down the hype, and look at why context matters more than trends. Learn how to choose exercises that fit your life!

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Luke Tollok: https://www.luketulloch.com

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Ever feel stuck in self limiting habits or emotions? In this episode, we explore Opposite Action - a powerful tool to break cycles of anxiety, guilt, shame, even fear. Therapist and Coach, Natalie Rose, joins us to unpack how acting against your instincts in key moments can transform your mindset, behaviour, and ultimately, your life.

Natalie Rose: https://wakeupandsmelltherosay.com/

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Have you heard anyone say “If you do one hard thing, you can do other hard things”? Have you ever wondered why something like food choices can feel so difficult? We’re here to unpack that and look at one of the most common missing links in resilience, stress management, and in turn - food choices.

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(Tough Workouts & Ice Baths Aren't Enough: Break Self-Sabotage)

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For years, I’ve defended Intuitive Eating and the Anti-Diet movement. But I’m stepping back. The core ideas of IE? Solid. The execution and culture... often leaves a lot to be desired. Nutrition shouldn’t be about picking sides, choosing your team, and fitting yourself into a predetermined system. It should be practical, flexible, and built around your needs and values. 

Let’s talk about what actually helps.!

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Stefanie Michelle: https://www.iamstefaniemichele.com/

The term "somatic work" gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, Stef and I cut through some noise, and explore how somatic work can be applied to daily life. 

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The Barbell Logic team are doing spectacular work delivering custom strength training programs, because if we’re going to invest time and energy in lifting, lets put that time and energy where it’s going to count!

In today’s episode, Niki Sims (Barbell Logic Director and Coach) and I are sharing some of the challenges and setbacks we’ve experienced surrounding training and exercise, as well as the most important shifts that will help you set you up for the kind of experience and success that can only come from training to get stronger. 

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