Episode 104: How to Create Healthy Habits that Stick | Mike Ricchio
Do you wonder why so many people say they want to eat healthy, lose weight, get fit… and then abandon their healthy habits?
Reaching health goals isn’t easy. You’ll probably make mistakes along the way. But ultimately, it really is possible to become a healthier version of yourself, even more than you can imagine!
You’ll get a ton of motivation from my guest today, Mike Ricchio. Mike is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and owner of MAR Health & Performance. He hosts the Lifestyle as Medicine podcast and was recently featured on Chicago Today. He’s helped many clients reach their fitness goals with his logical, no-nonsense approach that’s full of sincerity and passion.
In this episode, Mike explains why fitness isn’t just about how your body looks and feels – it’s about that deeper meaning, your “why.” Mike talks about both the “why” and the “how” today, so listen in for tips on creating long-term healthy habits, as well as how to know yourself and understand the deeper purposes of your health goals.
Here are the main points of this episode:
(5:57) The three essential things you need to form a “base” for great health
(10:06) How Mike’s father’s passing changed his perspective on health
(19:44) Why it’s crucial to wait a little before trying to create a positive change in your life
(24:04) “People are creating walls to their own success.” Mike reveals the most common mistakes that keep people from reaching their goals
(30:15) Mike’s honest thoughts on why men often struggle to improve their health
(37:55) Why it’s not helpful to focus on foods you “shouldn’t” eat and things you “shouldn’t” do
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MIKE AND CONNECT WITH HIM HERE:
Website | Podcast | MAR Instagram | MAR Athletes Instagram | Mike’s Instagram
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