Episode 29: Fitness and flow beyond the depression with Alex WischEpisode 29: Fitness and flow beyond the depression with Alex Wisch
Recovery Plus Podcast: F*ck Yesterday, Focus on Today
Alex Wisch is a leading Peak Human Performance and Executive "Flow" Coach. He has worked with top industry leaders to optimize their businesses, maximize their productivity, create sustainable performance, improve their health, and elevate their leadership skills. In addition, he has helped companies turn ideas into multi-million-dollar revenue-producing opportunities, along with assisting large corporations to target strategic partnerships and investors. Prior to Alex’s successes, he battled over 8 years of crippling Major Depression that left him on disability, unemployed, and penniless. Doctors told him he should accept his situation and move on because they believed there was little hope he would get better. With a lot of grit, Alex defied the odds and soared out of the ashes into a life filled with unique accomplishments. Outside of business, Alex is an outspoken mental health advocate. He does yearly fitness feats to raise awareness and money for mental health. In May 2021, Alex wore a 24 lbs. vest and completed 1000 pull-ups, 2000 push-ups, and 3000 squats in 6 hours and 8 minutes, while raising $37,000. In May of 2023, Alex is planning to break the world record for most vertical feet rock climbed in 24 hours, being over 29,130 feet. Once again, his goal is to raise awareness around the stigma of mental illness and raise money for veterans' mental health. More on Alex: Website: WischFit.comLinkedIn: alexwisch Instagram: @wisch.fit
49:40•4 Jan 2023
Alex Wisch: Defying Depression and Achieving Peak Performance
“The one advantage that it's given me is: I know I will never get back to that low again, no matter what happens to me.”
Imagine battling eight years of crippling depression, only to rise from the ashes and become a leader in peak human performance. That’s exactly what Alex Wisch did. In this episode of RecoveryPlusPodcast, Dr. Mei-Li Hennen chats with Alex, a top Peak Human Performance and Executive Flow Coach, who turned his life around against all odds. From being penniless and on disability to coaching industry leaders on maximizing productivity and health, Alex’s story is nothing short of inspiring.
Alex doesn’t just stop at personal success; he’s a passionate mental health advocate. He shares how fitness became his lifeline, performing incredible feats like completing 1000 pull-ups, 2000 push-ups, and 3000 squats in just over six hours to raise $37,000 for mental health awareness. And he's not stopping there—he's gearing up to break a world record for the most vertical feet rock climbed in 24 hours. But it’s not all about the physical challenges.
Alex opens up about the flaws he sees in the mental health recovery system and stresses the importance of social support and a positive mindset. His journey underscores the power of grit and determination, proving that even in the darkest times, there’s a way to climb out. Whether you’re struggling with mental health issues or looking for some serious motivation, this episode offers valuable insights into overcoming adversity and staying focused on the present moment.
Tune in to hear Alex’s extraordinary journey and learn how you too can turn your challenges into triumphs.
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