EPISODE · Jul 5, 2025 · 8 MIN
3037: How to Make Cardio Enjoyable by Nia Shanks on Functional Health Benefits and Improved Stamina
from Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · host Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3037: Nia Shanks redefines cardio from a dreaded calorie-burning task into a self-care habit that enhances health, performance, and enjoyment of life’s favorite activities. By shifting the focus from weight loss to functional benefits like stamina and confidence, she shares how cardio can become something you actually look forward to. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.niashanks.com/make-cardio-enjoyable/ Quotes to ponder: "Cardio is no longer something I do just to burn calories, and it’s not punishment for overeating." "Doing something because you know it’ll allow you to do the things that are important to you, better or with more confidence, it’ll suck significantly less." "It’s not what you do that matters; it’s that you do something, consistently." Episode references: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans: https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3037: Nia Shanks redefines cardio from a dreaded calorie-burning task into a self-care habit that enhances health, performance, and enjoyment of life’s favorite activities. By shifting the focus from weight loss to functional benefits like stamina and confidence, she shares how cardio can become something you actually look forward to. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.niashanks.com/make-cardio-enjoyable/ Quotes to ponder: "Cardio is no longer something I do just to burn calories, and it’s not punishment for overeating." "Doing something because you know it’ll allow you to do the things that are important to you, better or with more confidence, it’ll suck significantly less." "It’s not what you do that matters; it’s that you do something, consistently." Episode references: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans: https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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