Brain Gains Rant

Bodyholic with Di | Your Health and Fitness Beyond Myths

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Your fitness journey begins between your ears. That mind muscle connection isn't motivational fluff—it's backed by science and could be the key to unlocking your physical potential.

Here’s to your wellness and wellbeing! Xo, Di

References:

• Cossich, Victor RA, et al. "Technological breakthroughs in sport: Current practice and future potential of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, and modern data visualization in performance analysis." Applied Sciences 13.23 (2023): 12965.
• Santos-Rosa, Francisco J., et al. "Positive and negative spontaneous self-talk and performance in gymnastics: The role of contextual, personal and situational factors." PLoS One 17.3 (2022): e0265809.
• Woolfolk, Arlene L. The Combined Effects of Self-Affirmation and Gratitude Interventions on the Well-Being Scores of Mental Health Professionals. Diss. Capella University, 2023.
• Hausswirth, Christophe, and Iñigo Mujika, eds. Recovery for performance in sport. Human Kinetics, 2013.

Available DOIs:

• Cossich et al. (2023): https://doi.org/10.3390/app132312965
• Santos-Rosa et al. (2022): https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0265809

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Mind Muscle Connection (00:00:00)

2. Science Behind Brain-Body Communication (00:00:59)

3. Strategies for Mental Muscle Building (00:02:36)

4. Stress Reduction and Fitness Results (00:05:34)

5. Call to Action and Conclusion (00:07:22)