Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir
Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir
EP75 - How Fitness Rules Might Be Holding You Back (and Why "Enough" Is Actually Enough)
EP75 - How Fitness Rules Might Be Holding You Back (and Why "Enough" Is Actually Enough)
EP75 - How Fitness Rules Might Be Holding You Back (and Why "Enough" Is Actually Enough)
Saturday 11th October 2025
Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir debunks common fitness myths, urging listeners to embrace effort over perfection for a healthier lifestyle.
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Episode Overview
- Short workouts can be just as effective as longer ones.
- The 10,000 steps rule is based on marketing, not science.
- Consistency beats perfection in fitness routines.
- Recovery is crucial for progress in fitness.
- Fitness rules should be flexible to fit individual lifestyles.
"Your body doesn't keep score the same way that your fitness tracker does. It just adapts to the work that you actually do."
Ever wondered what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of Building Thriving Lifestyles might just have the answer. Host Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir challenges the arbitrary fitness rules that many of us have blindly followed, like the infamous one-hour workout and the magical 10,000 steps a day. Oddrun reveals that these rules are not rooted in science but rather in marketing ploys and convenient round numbers.
She shares how her own postpartum journey taught her the value of shorter, consistent workouts, showing that even 15-30 minute sessions can rebuild strength and confidence. Oddrun debunks myths like 'go hard or go home' and emphasises that progress is made during recovery, not exhaustion. Her personal anecdotes highlight how consistency beats perfection every time.
Whether it's squeezing in a quick workout while your toddler naps or getting a few thousand steps instead of the elusive 10,000, Oddrun assures us that these efforts are more than enough. If you're tired of feeling like you need to hit unrealistic fitness goals to be healthy, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. Oddrun encourages listeners to rewrite their fitness rules and focus on effort over perfection.
So, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by fitness expectations, this episode might be the motivational nudge you need to embrace a more forgiving approach. Are you ready to rethink your fitness routine and celebrate small victories? Give this episode a listen and discover how you can build a healthier mindset that supports your lifestyle without overwhelming it.