Send us a text What if exercise stopped feeling like penance and started feeling like care? We explore why so many smart, motivated people lose their spark for movement and how to rebuild a joyful, sustainable practice that supports real life. If our take resonates, subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs a gentler path back to exercise, and leave a quick review - your support helps more people rediscover joyful movement. I am happy we can share this journey of levelling up, tog...
Send us a text Ready to trade pressure for principles? We’re unpacking six stubborn fitness myths that hold women back and replacing them with clear, science-backed steps you can actually use. From the fear of “getting bulky” to the false promise of spot reduction, we walk through what really changes your body: strength, protein, recovery, and consistency. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs some gym peace of mind, and drop a review telling us which myth you’...
Send us a text You don’t need to feel “old” to start caring about longevity. The choices you make in your twenties are quietly building the body, brain, and resilience you’ll live in for decades. We explore a grounded, doable approach to aging well that centres on vitality: strength you can feel, energy you can trust, and habits that survive real life. Ready to build the foundation your future self will love? Follow the show, share this episode with a friend, and leave a quick review to help ...
Send us a text Want a discipline plan you’ll actually use? We break down ten practical steps that turn good intentions into daily follow-through - without waiting on motivation or living in hustle mode. The core idea is simple: engineer your environment so the right choice is the easy choice, then protect a tiny daily baseline that you can hit even on tough days. From there, momentum does the heavy lifting. Enjoyed the conversation? Follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a reset, ...
Send us a text What if the missing link between your effort and your results is the thing you keep skipping: rest? We go straight at hustle culture and make the case that sleep and recovery are not indulgences but the engine of strength, clarity, and consistency. You’ll leave with a clear plan to schedule rest like a training session and treat it as non-negotiable. Expect honest reminders, science you can use, and a gentle push to protect your energy so you can perform better tomorrow. If th...
Send us a text The pursuit of “clean” can quietly morph into pressure, guilt, and a shrinking life. We unpack how well-intentioned habits slide into orthorexia, why restriction reliably backfires, and what it looks like to choose nourishment over perfection without losing your sense of care. Drawing from research on the diet–binge cycle and the brain’s hardwired response to scarcity, we make sense of rebound eating, the shame that often follows, and the cultural messages that praise control w...
Send us a text If you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start on Monday” while your gym clothes collect dust, this conversation is the reset you’ve been waiting for. We return from a chaotic season and get honest about what it really takes to begin again without burning out: lowering the barrier to entry, putting workouts on the calendar like a meeting you can’t skip, and celebrating small wins that build momentum. We break down the three big blockers (motivation, time, and burnout) and flip them ...
Send us a text Ever woken up with that perfect flat stomach only to feel like you've swallowed a beach ball by lunchtime? You're not alone, and contrary to what social media might have you believe, this experience is completely normal. The pressure to maintain that "morning skinny" appearance throughout the day has created unnecessary anxiety around a natural bodily function. In this revealing episode, we unpack what bloating really means and why it deserves to be normalized rather than demo...
Send us a text Your body is a remarkable machine that's constantly adapting to the challenges you present it. But have you ever wondered what's actually happening inside when you're huffing and puffing through a cardio workout? In this eye-opening exploration of cardiovascular exercise, we dive beyond surface-level benefits to uncover the fascinating science of oxygen utilization and how cardio transforms your body from the inside out. Discover the concept of VO2 max, the numerical mea...
Send us a text Ever pause to marvel at the miracle that is your existence? Your body consists of 37 trillion cells working in perfect harmony while your brain, capable of storing the equivalent of 2.5 million gigabytes, sends signals faster than a Formula One race car. This relaxed, joy-filled episode offers a collection of fascinating facts designed to bring a smile to your face and a renewed appreciation for both your incredible body and the wondrous world around you. Each fact illumi...
Send us a text Mindfulness has become such a buzzword that we often roll our eyes at phrases like "be present" or "enjoy the moment" without truly understanding their power. But what if these clichéd expressions actually hold the key to transforming our daily experience? This episode dives deep into what mindfulness really means - the practice of intentionally focusing on the present moment without judgment. We explore why this seemingly simple concept is so difficult to maintain in a world t...
Send us a text Ever wondered if yoga is truly worth the hype? Beyond the trendy Instagram poses and fitness tracker metrics lies a practice with thousands of years of wisdom, and surprisingly robust scientific support. Yoga isn't just another workout. The word itself comes from Sanskrit meaning "unity," emphasizing harmony between mind, body, and spirit. While physical poses receive the most attention, the true essence of yoga lies in its ability to ground us, connect us with our bodies, and...
Send us a text Welcome back Vita with Alita family! Taking back control from social media platforms can be the most liberating decision we make for our mental health and personal growth. After five years of being social media-free, I share why disconnecting from these addictive platforms has transformed my life for the better. • Began using social media as a pre-teen against my mother's wishes, eventually expanding to multiple platforms through high school and university • A shocking s...
Send us a text Welcome back Vita with Alita family! This week, we dive into the world of all things strength training! I share 10 lessons that I've learned over my years of training that you can use in and out of the gym. I am a strong advocate and believer that everyone should strength train (if you are able to!) because it can truly change your life. I am happy we can share this journey of levelling up, together. See you next week! - Alita <3 https://vitawithalita.buzzsprout.co...
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Vita with Alita! We are slightly shifting gears this week! Instead of bringing you a scientific paper to discuss, I am going to use my own observations and experiences volunteering with individuals with intellectual disabilities to draw on 10 lessons that I have learned from them to enhance my life. I look forward to sharing my positive experiences with you and I hope that my personal interactions inspire you to to look at life from a different per...
Send us a text Welcome to the third episode of Vita with Alita! I am super excited to dive into today's topic: CHOICES!!!! In a world where we have SOOOOO many options for almost e-v-e-r-y s-i-n-g-l-e thing - I for one, am just confused. How do you go about navigating the sea of options? Where do you begin? Having more options is better...right? Is more truly more? Tune in to find out! * Paper discussed in this episode: Greifeneder R, Scheibehenne B, Kleber N. Less may be more when choosing i...
Send us a text Welcome to the second episode of Vita with Alita and thank you for tuning in! In today's episode, we discuss all things journaling: What is it? What are different forms or journaling? Should you journal? We also discuss some points to consider if you do chose to journal, to truly reap all the benefits of the habit. * Paper discussed in this episode: Ullrich, P.M., Lutgendorf, S.K. Journaling about stressful events: Effects of cognitive processing and emotional expression. ann. ...
Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of Vita with Alita and thank you for tuning in! After this episode, you will better know me (Alita), your host, and what you can gain from joining me every week. We also dive into a discussion about the uncertainty of the future and how it can impact some of your decision-making. * Paper discussed in this episode: Milkman, Katherine L., Unsure What the Future Will Bring? You May Overindulge: Uncertainty Increases the Appeal of Wants over Shoul...