Ep 348: Laura Gordon from Deep End Fitness- What is Grit?

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Get ready for a deep dive into mental toughness and fitness like never before. In this episode, Jared sits down with Laura Gordon, a psychotherapist and coach at Deep End Fitness, to explore how pushing your limits in the water can unlock new levels of mental health and resilience.
Laura breaks down the mind-body connection and how holding your breath underwater can be a game-changer for regulating your nervous system. They also touch on how Deep End Fitness builds community, why nutrition is key to performance, and how polyvagal theory helps us understand anxiety and disconnection.
From understanding the science behind stress to creating a space where veterans, military members, and first responders can thrive, Laura shares the real benefits of blending mental health practices with intense physical training. 🚀
Plus, hear about exciting initiatives like Operation Resilience and group therapy sessions designed to support those who serve.
Tune in and discover how combining breath-holding with high-intensity workouts can help you find your inner calm, build resilience, and improve cognitive function – all while feeling connected to a community that’s got your back.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:00 Experience with Deep End Fitness
05:44 The Role of Nutrition in Performance
08:29 Deep End Fitness as a Tool for Mental Health
21:33 Understanding Anxiety and Disconnection with Polyvagal Theory
26:31 Regulating the Nervous System
28:23 Deep End Fitness and Chronic Anxiety
29:49 Accessing the Parasympathetic State
31:16 Tapping into Both States
32:22 Deep End Fitness vs. HIIT Workouts
33:45 Stress Inoculation for Tactical Athletes
35:33 Practicing Internal Dialogue
37:44 Creating a Sense of Safety
39:06 Down-Regulation Practices
41:59 The Circle of Trust
44:22 Operation Resilience
47:43 Group Therapy Sessions
50:01 Pioneering a New Approach

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