Depression lies to you. It whispers that isolation is safety, that you're better off alone, that no one understands. But isolation is where depression grows strongest. When that voice gets loud, do literally anything to break the pattern – watch a movie, go to the gym, call a friend. These…
Depression tells you that tomorrow won't be any different, that the weight will never lift. After battling this my entire life, I've learned one crucial truth: depression lies. No matter how permanent it feels, it always shifts eventually. The key is staying alive until it does. I decided a long…
Depression feels like the flu – it comes and goes, you can manage symptoms but not eliminate them immediately, and sometimes you just have to ride it out. But unlike the flu, depression tricks you into thinking you don't deserve to feel better. I've learned that having multiple tools is…
Depression hits like an unexpected storm, leaving you frozen in place and disconnected from everything that matters. In this raw, unfiltered episode, I share my recent battle with depression alongside helping a friend through their own darkness. I reveal what works for me through personal stories and actionable strategies when…
The best time to make a change isn't when you have to - it's before you have to. Future you will thank present you for not waiting until everything explodes. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/286 #short
Change isn't just about fixing what's broken - it's about preventing the break in the first place. Don't wait until you hate your job, your routine, or your situation to make a move. The best time to make a change is before you absolutely have to. Think of it as…
Want time to slow down? Science says you need to stop doing the same thing every day. Recent studies show our perception of time actually speeds up when we're stuck in routines. It's not just that you're getting older - your brain is literally fast-forwarding through the repetitive parts. Want…
Ever feel like you're banging your head against a wall trying to make something work that clearly isn't? Yeah, we've been there. In this episode, we're ripping off the band-aid and introducing some major changes to The Fit Mess, because when life gives you lemons, sometimes you need to throw…
Hot take: Starting a new health journey by completely overhauling your life is like trying to learn to swim by jumping into the ocean during a hurricane. Maybe start with, I don't know, a 5-minute walk? Just crazy enough to work. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/285 #short
Life hack: Stack new habits onto existing ones. Example: Do breathing exercises while your coffee brews. Look at you, being all efficient and stuff! Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/285 #short
The Fit Mess Podcast is now available here on Youtube and with a bold new format! Host Jeremy Grater introduces a revamped approach with new co-hosts Joe Villegas and Jason Haworth joining the team. In this relaunch episode, we open up about why change was necessary and how we're expanding…
BREAKING: If you're crushing 12-hour workdays, surviving on energy drinks, and bragging about "the grind," you're not winning - you're auditioning for a burnout documentary. Plot twist: Real high performers actually sleep and stuff. Mind-blowing, right? Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/285 #short
Tired of feeling like a zombie despite chugging enough caffeine to power a small city? Turns out, being a walking Red Bull advertisement isn't the flex we thought it was. Who knew? In this episode, learn how to stop accidentally sabotaging your health (spoiler alert: that 9 PM pre-workout isn't…
In this eye-opening episode of The Fit Mess, Jeremy, Jason, and Zach dive into the alarming reality that two-thirds of physicians are now using AI for everything from diagnosis to documentation - despite only 38% actually trusting the technology. Discover why this accountability gap in healthcare could put your medical…
The science is clear: yoga literally rewires your nervous system for better stress management. It's not just stretching - it's a full-body upgrade for your mental and physical operating system. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/284 #short
Developing a positive mindset is key to achieving your health goals. Practice self-compassion, celebrate small wins, and reframe setbacks as learning opportunities. Remember, your worth is not determined by your weight or fitness level. Hear more of my conversation with Joe Martin at www.thefitmess.com/269 #short
In this raw, unfiltered episode of The Fit Mess, I share my recent battle with depression alongside trying to help a friend through theirs. Depression hits like a recurring flu – leaving you frozen, empty, and disconnected from everything that matters. I reveal the counterintuitive truths about depression that nobody…
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and physically tense without having to rely on therapy bills or prescription medications? Stress and anxiety affect nearly everyone, but many people struggle to find accessible, effective solutions that don't require significant time or money investments. This episode reveals how yoga and meditation…
The Fit Mess Podcast is now available here on Youtube and with a bold new format! Host Jeremy Grater introduces a revamped approach with new co-hosts Joe Villegas and Jason Haworth joining the team. In this relaunch episode, we open up about why change was necessary and how we're expanding…
Five minutes of meditation is like rebooting your brain - except you don't need to call IT support. Studies show even brief meditation sessions can lower stress hormones and improve focus. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/284 #short
Think you're not flexible enough for yoga? That's like saying you're too hungry to eat. Your inflexibility is exactly why you should start. Science shows yoga improves not just flexibility, but also mental clarity, stress levels, and overall well-being. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/284 #short
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and physically tense without having to rely on therapy bills or prescription medications? Stress and anxiety affect nearly everyone, but many people struggle to find accessible, effective solutions that don't require significant time or money investments. This episode reveals how yoga and meditation…
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and physically tense without having to rely on therapy bills or prescription medications? Stress and anxiety affect nearly everyone, but many people struggle to find accessible, effective solutions that don't require significant time or money investments. This episode reveals how yoga and meditation…
You can't fight anxiety away, but you can befriend it. Learn to see it as an overprotective bodyguard rather than an enemy - one that sometimes needs gentle redirection. Full podcast at www.thefitmess.com/283 #short
