175: The Power of Movement to Increase Joy and Build Connection with Kelly McGonigal

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In today's interview I sit down with Kelly McGonigal to talk about her new book The Joy of Movement: How exercise helps us find happiness, hope, connection, and courage. In this episode you’ll learn: How what we call the runners high is actually more of a persistence high that helps us keep going, Why we are wired to persist, endure, and pursue what we want, Some people who are born with a vulnerability towards unhealthy addictions also are more likely to get hooked on exercise when they try it, The science behind the mental health benefits of exercise, The power of thought when it comes to exercise, How to view the purpose of movement differently so you naturally feel compelled to do it, Some of the science behind how movement and exercise can give you a sense of community and belonging, The surprising highlights for the ultra endurance athletes Kelly talked with, And so much more...