Fitness, Fear, and Finding Inner Strength with John Katsavos

Today’s guest is John Katsavos. John has been a personal trainer for 13 years and been in and out of the martial arts world for the past 30 years. After battling with depression and isolation and a brief thought of attempting suicide in his mid twenties, he knew he had to change. He started doing little things and over time (20 years) he has developed a system that helps people control depression through exercise, healthy eating, and martial arts hacks in a holistic manner. I was also recently a guest on John’s podcast, The Fitness Oracle, and it was great to flip the script to get to know more about him and his experiences.  John shares insight into his own experiences with fear, depression & anxiety and how fitness has helped him move through these emotions + lessons he has learned along the way that we can all apply to our lives--right away! We chat about… John’s experience navigating fear, anxiety & depression How martial arts can change your relationship with fear Systema + how it has helped John manage fear and anxiety The simple breathing exercise that can help you to overcome fear Why fear can be your greatest teacher  The 4 Pillars of Fitness + the one we most often neglect How fitness can help us move through fear and other difficult emotions How to use the gym to overcome negative self-talk How the timing of your workout could make or break your muscle building + your stress! His podcast, The Fitness Oracle + the episode he learned the most from …and so much more! Connect with John: FREE GIFT: 4 Pillars of Fitness E-book Website Connect on Social Media  John’s podcast, The Fitness Oracle Connect with Nicole: Instagram @roarwithnicole Facebook Thank you for listening! DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Nicole is not a licensed doctor or medical practitioner. Please consult with your doctor for medical advice.