Welcome to Vita with Alita, the show where I invite you to join me as we grow, evolve, and unlock our full potential together. I’m your host, Alita Gideon, and each week, I’ll share my personal stories, struggles, and triumphs along my own self-improvement journey. Through real-life examples, practical tips, scientific discussions, and heartfelt conversations, I’ll dive into the challenges and victories that shape my path to becoming my best self. Whether you’re looking to boost your confide ...
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Your Heart's Gym Membership: Why That Run Is Worth The Struggle
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32:46Send 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 fascinati…
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The 1-in-400-Trillion Miracle That Is You: 40 Facts to Brighten Your Day
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16:50Send 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…
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Your Brain is Full, But Is Your Mind? A Candid Look at Mindfulness
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30:02Send 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 i…
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DOWNWARD DOGS AND GENE EXPRESSION: The Surprising Science of Yoga
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22:01Send 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 sp…
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YOUR TIME IS BEING STOLEN! (And You're Handing Over the Keys)
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31:45Send 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 …
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STRENGTH TRAINING WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! 10 Lessons I've Learned From 8 years of Strength Training
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30:56Send 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 l…
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10 LESSONS I'VE LEARNED FROM PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
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28:17Send 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 lo…
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IS MORE REALLY MORE? The Hidden Cost of Too Much Choice
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22:41Send 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…
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TO JOURNAL OR NOT TO JOURNAL? Is Journaling Really the Solution to All Your Problems?
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21:41Send 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 …
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UNCERTAINTY OF THE FUTURE MAY MAKE YOU MORE LIKELY TO INDULGE! Welcome to Vita with Alita
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12:55Send 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…
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