Episode #17 - The Journey to Health and Confidence - Ron Radvinsky
Episode summary:
Life has many twists and turns that can significantly impact our wellness – if we let it. But although health adversities and other obstacles can challenge our ability to maintain our fitness, overcoming these issues and getting back on track truly make people winners.
Ingrained & Balanced is a podcast about health, fitness, and a well-balanced lifestyle. On this episode, hosts Lonnie and Marty are joined by Ron Radvinsky. Ron has experienced his fair share of challenges in his physical wellness journey, but together he and the hosts discuss how showing up and putting in work has helped him succeed.
Listen to Lonnie, Marty, and Ron discuss the benefits of getting back on the track to wellness
Introducing Ron (0:05)
This episode begins by introducing special guest speaker Ron Radvinsky, who joins the episode to share his incredible story. Ron has experienced some ups and downs in life but always finds a way to get back on track and overcome adversity. Today he is here to discuss what triggered them to get back on track and the healthy habits that help them maintain their wellness. This starts with Ron sharing what he did this morning regarding a healthy routine. He explains that most mornings, he visits the gym and makes himself a protein shake as fuel to move him forward throughout his day.
Gymtimidation and Getting Started (3:06)
Earlier in life, Ron experienced gym intimidation. This is common, especially for people like Ron, who found themselves dreading P.E. growing up. He shares how the discomfort he felt around fitness growing up led to his gym avoidance – and how he found the answer to his fitness in running a 5k. From learning to improve with others in a "run club" to running his way around LA, Ron achieved his physical fitness in a way that worked for him. And Ron's journey had a few twists and turns along the way that helped him realize his full fitness potential!
The Greatest Accomplishment (9:59)
When it comes to physicality, Ron says that completing a marathon was the greatest accomplishment of his life. Not only did it change his attitude toward fitness, but it helped him realize all that he could endure. Of course, running comes with its challenges. Together, Marty and Ron share their thoughts on the common problems athletes "run into" as they run, from chafing to overcoming your natural aversion to starting a fitness journey.
Don't Forget Your Excuse (17:36)
For Ron, winning a race means showing up and getting to the starting line. He explains that people should always bring their excuses with them when they participate in athletic activities because, at some point, something will go wrong. And when it does, you have to accept it and make the choice to go on. He shares a moving story about pushing himself to complete a race, even when his excuses were stacked against him.
Twists and Turns (21:05)
Running is no longer a part of Ron's life after he developed immense Achilles tendinitis. This negatively impacted his health and wellness path for a little while, leading to weight gain and depression from losing running as a social outlet. From a sugar addiction to a lack of motivation, Ron explains how his injury affected him physically and mentally over his four years without fitness and the things that made him realize he needed to change.
Getting Back On Track (27:04)
While diet is an ongoing challenge, Ron's fitness has greatly improved since his injury. He discusses how he got back into exercising after COVID. He explains the mental toll that the pandemic took on him and how prioritizing his spiritual and mental health helped motivate him to improve his physical health as well. With the help of his nutritionist Tim Liu, he built up his fitness and met his goal of getting in shape before age 50.
The start of his fitness journey. (30:10)
Ron discusses his achievements since getting back in shape, despite his injury. He and the hosts discuss the discomfort of being out of shape and working out in a gym and why starting his journey at home worked best for him. He shares how he gained physical fitness education from his nutritionist and how his motivation helped him build confidence. Eventually, Ron shares how he came to the decision to join a gym and reach a place where he truly felt like he belonged.
Ron's journey to success. (37:53)
At the end of the day, Ron has his favored practices to include within his evening routine to help him unwind. He shares his sleep hygiene and stress relief tactics, including taking long evening walks, listening to music, and meditating. For Ron, even working out late at night can help him achieve a sense of peace, calmness, and self-accomplishment. Little practices like these, along with the help and inspiration of his nutritionist, have enabled Ron to maintain his wellness despite the adversities he has faced.
Links mentioned:
This Episode’s #HealthyHabit - Hitting the Gym.
Tim Liu Fitness Website:
https://www.timliufitness.com/
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