48. The Truth About High Intensity Workouts

15/09/2025 43 min

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In this conversation, Bekah and McKay discuss the often misunderstood topic of high intensity workouts, addressing common misconceptions about cortisol and its effects on the body. They emphasize the importance of proper nutrition, recovery, and listening to one's body when engaging in high intensity training. The discussion also covers the significance of managing stress and making lifestyle adjustments to support overall health and fitness goals.Chapters00:00 Introduction to High Intensity Workouts00:28 The Debate on High Intensity and Cortisol03:20 Understanding Recovery and Nutrition05:42 The Importance of Listening to Your Body08:24 Managing Stress and Cortisol Levels11:11 The Roller Coaster of Dieting13:46 Finding Balance in High Intensity Training16:50 Listening to Your Body: When to Scale Back21:23 Balancing Marathon Training and Life22:46 The Importance of Routine and Ownership23:42 Overcoming Motivation Challenges24:44 Listening to Your Body26:12 Consistency in Fitness27:53 Nutrition and High-Intensity Training30:03 Understanding Caloric Needs32:05 Signs of Under-Eating33:31 The Role of Sleep in Recovery36:28 Stress Management Techniques40:45 Small Changes for Big ResultsKeywordshigh intensity workouts, cortisol, nutrition, recovery, fitness, stress management, exercise, CrossFit, health, wellness