Anorexia, Recovery & Self Love on Tola Talks – Ep 329

On today’s Tola Talks, I share my personal experiences with anorexia nervosa, discussing the mental and physical aspects of the disorder, while offering practical advice on how to recognize and help loved ones struggling with it.

I also review the new movie starring Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner, One Night Only, emphasizing the importance of self-love and community support.

Have an awesome Wednesday everyone…and get your workout in! Peace – R

Never Quit on Yourself on Tola Talks – Ep 328

On today’s Tola Talks, I share insights on the importance of perseverance, setting attainable goals, and finding passion in your pursuits, illustrated through an inspiring story about sculptor George Lunden, as well as my own personal reflections.

The show kicks off by highlighting the significance of Mondays, because I believe that how you start your week sets the tone for the days ahead. Monday is the most important workout of the week…encouraging listeners to seize the day, regardless of their schedule.

Have an awesome Monday everyone…and get your workout in! Peace – R

Could Chocolate Boost Your Workout? on Tola Talks – Ep 326

On today’s Tola Talks, we dive into an intriguing study that suggests inhaling the scent of chocolate, particularly high-cocoa varieties, might enhance workout performance.

Shout-out to Epoch Health and George Citroner for this info: In a study involving 23 healthy men, researchers found that smelling chocolate could lead to increased performance during weightlifting sessions, even on an empty stomach. The study, published in Frontiers in Physiology, indicated that this boost in performance might stem from psychological factors such as motivation and mood rather than direct physiological changes.

Have an awesome Thursday everyone…and get your workout in! Peace – R