Published Feb 6, 2025

s5e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD

Karin Nordin, PhD, delves into the science of habit formation to enhance running goals, offering insights into overcoming the brain's resistance to change, the nuances of motivation, and creating sustainable behaviors.

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- How often and how much should I run?
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- How to build habits
  Asked by 145 people
- Are there ways to help me stop spending so much time on my phone if I'm feeling tired?
  Asked by 107 people
- How do you practice positive self-talk?
  Asked by 76 people
- What are the key steps to change one's mindset?
  Asked by 72 people
- How can I change my thinking patterns?
  Asked by 70 people
- What are more tips to change thinking patterns?
  Asked by 69 people
- Which phone habits can promote better sleep?
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- How important is it to acknowledge that your fitness journey will be full of ups and downs and to come from a place of self-care in the episode #051: Ending Family Enmeshment with The Holistic Psychologist and the clip Productivity and Presence? Is it true that it's never the right time to improve your habits, and you just have to do it?
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- Can you explain how to build mental toughness?
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- How can I change my brain and eliminate negative self-talk?
  Asked by 44 people
- Why does motivation seem to be lacking in some people, and how can we bolster it as discussed in episode #400: How to Leverage Your Mind: A Podcast Masterclass with Jim Kwik and the clip Purpose-Driven Change?
  Asked by 40 people
- Tell me more about sleep patterns
  Asked by 37 people
- How do you build positive habits?
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- Can we control behaviors like social media, video games, shopping, and fast food consumption in moderation?
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s5e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD

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Behavior ChangeKarin Nordin, a behavior change expert, shares insights on forming habits that support running goals. She discusses the psychology behind motivation, consistency, and the brain's resistance to change, offering actionable strategies for lasting behavior change.

Behavior Change

Habit FormationKarin Nordin and Elisabeth Scott explore the science of habit formation and its impact on running goals. They discuss the differences between habits and behaviors, strategies for creating stable habits, and the role of motivation in sustaining these practices.

Habit Formation

Running GoalsKarin Nordin explores the psychological aspects of habit formation and consistency in running. She offers insights into overcoming decision fatigue, embracing setbacks, and aligning identity with running goals.

Running Goals

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