The Blindboy Podcast Sultans Cunny
Oct 16, 2018
Exploring body image and mental health, the discussion highlights the shift towards exercise for well-being rather than appearance. The host shares personal experiences with mindful lifting and running, noting how cold showers and a structured morning routine boost creativity. The conversation dives into ascetic practices, like the fascinating stories of self-mummification and ancient honey diets. Social stigma around body acceptance is challenged, urging listeners to focus on self-improvement driven by personal growth rather than societal judgments.
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Make Exercise Process-Focused
- Do make exercise a process you love rather than a means to look better, so you sustain it long-term.
- Do use exercise for mindfulness and energy, focusing on the present-moment benefits rather than appearance.
Surprise Weight Gain Revealed
- Blindboyboatclub discovered his pull-ups got harder after gaining a stone without noticing over six months.
- He used MyFitnessPal and food scales to track calories and found weekend drinks negated his weekly deficit.
Track Calories Carefully
- Try calorie tracking with an app and a kitchen scale to create a reliable calorie deficit if you want to lose weight.
- Avoid tracking if you have OCD tendencies or a history of eating disorders because it can trigger unhealthy obsessiveness.