The Mind Body Project

Aaron Degler
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After over a decade in the health and wellness industry, Aaron realized that our bodies change only short term unless our mindset changes for the long term. The two are forever linked and our bodies will follow to places where our mind takes it. We are continually building up new ideas and tearing down old ones in our construction zone we call our mind. Join Aaron each week as he shares ways to continually work on our infinite construction zone as well as sharing the construction zones of his guests.

  1. 5H AGO

    Healthy Huddle: Holiday Feast vs. Holiday Routine

    We lay out why holiday weight gain often tracks with lost routines, not single feasts, and show how small anchors like breakfast, water, movement, and sleep protect energy, mood, and choices. We share a simple meal order to enjoy party foods without the crash or guilt. • defining a feast versus a routine and why it matters • how skipping breakfast, water, and movement drives overeating • using anchors to stabilize busy weeks • protein-first meal order to cut cravings • light snack before parties to avoid grazing • vacation parallels and intentional steps and stairs • stress relief through short, consistent workouts • handling gifted sweets by sharing, freezing, or rationing • balance over restriction to remove guilt https://aarondegler.com/

    29 min

  2. 2D AGO

    MM Ep 29: Be The Coffee Bean

    We share the coffee bean story to show how inner change can transform the environment around us. Through simple practices and steady self-development, we move from wilting or hardening under pressure to shaping the space we’re in. • the coffee bean metaphor explained • why change starts from the inside • moving from carrot or egg responses to transformation • practical self-development practices and mentoring • building growth like a staged community project • how inner shifts influence words, posture, and presence • small repeatable habits that create lasting change Thanks for joining me on this week's Mindful Moment https://aarondegler.com/

    5 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Sit & Talk: Building Anchor Habits That Hold When Life Gets Rough

    We explore anchor habits—the small, steady actions that keep us grounded when life gets windy—and share a four-part framework to build them. Real stories show how a strong why, the right support, and tiny steps create habits that hold through any season. • boat anchor metaphor for stability through storms • why as the emotional driver behind change • what as the tools, people and environments needed • how as logistics solved after starting • micro steps to shrink overwhelm and build momentum • accountability and community as force multipliers • habit timelines and the myth of 21 days • habit vs fixation and staying flexible • habit stacking to leverage existing routines • exercise as an anchor for mood and mindset https://aarondegler.com/

    27 min

  4. DEC 17

    Healthy Huddle: How to Build a Meal in Any Restaurant

    We share a simple four-part formula to build a balanced meal at any restaurant and still enjoy what you love. From social strategies to menu swaps, these moves help you feel satisfied without the crash or guilt. • choosing protein first to shrink the menu • picking grilled over fried for better balance • adding color and fiber to steady energy • selecting a smart carb that fits the cuisine • flavoring with salsa, vinaigrette, lemon, or dry rub • using the plate-in-thirds method for portions • Mexican, Italian, diner, BBQ, and sandwich shop examples • social tactics like ordering first and sauce on the side • splitting meals, boxing early, and eating in order • pre-meal snacks to avoid chips and bread traps Look forward to seeing you right here next time on Healthy Huddle https://aarondegler.com/

    28 min

  5. DEC 15

    MM 28: Find the Place That Values You

    We share how one playlist landed flat in a treadmill class but lit up our 60 and over chair Zumba group, and what that taught us about fit, context, and value. The right room can turn the same effort into energy, connection, and joy. • why the same song lands differently across groups • how context shapes taste, mood and engagement • separating preference from personal worth • finding the rooms that reward your strengths • practical ways to test environments before judging yourself • choosing alignment over grinding against mismatch Thanks for joining me on this week's Mindful Moment. I'll see you right here next time on Mindful Moments https://aarondegler.com/

    3 min

  6. DEC 12

    Healthy Huddle: Nutrition Myths on Trial

    Ever feel like every label screams for your attention while every headline tells you to fear your food? We take a clear-eyed look at the most persistent nutrition myths and boil them down to what actually matters day to day: food quality, sustainable calories, and choices you can live with. From the carb panic to the low-fat hangover, we separate highly processed pitfalls from the one-ingredient staples that keep you full, fueled, and moving well. We dig into why “calories in, calories out” is true but incomplete, how going too low can stall fat loss, and when increasing calories restores energy and results. You’ll hear practical frameworks for spotting clean carbs, choosing healthy fats without fear, and understanding that late-night eating isn’t the enemy—ultra-processed snacking is. We also pull back the curtain on detoxes and cleanses, explaining how your liver and kidneys already do the job better than any juice, and why water, fiber, sleep, and movement are the real reset. Supplements and protein shakes get an honest audit—useful as gap-fillers, not replacements. We share tips for reading packaging beyond buzzwords like keto-friendly, gluten-free, and high protein, so you can shop with intent rather than impulse. Most of all, we underscore that there’s no one-size-fits-all magic plan. Your best approach matches your tastes, schedule, activity, and goals, and it evolves as you do. If you’re ready to replace hype with habits and build a plate that works in real life, hit play, subscribe for more myth-busting conversations, and leave a review with the myth you’re letting go next. https://aarondegler.com/

    26 min

  7. DEC 10

    Healthy Huddle: Your Food Identity

    We unpack four food identities—Grazer, Gatherer, Tracker, Builder—and show how to make meals match your wiring, not someone else’s plan. Simple fixes turn strengths into momentum and remove guilt from daily choices. • defining food identity and why it matters • grazer habits, energy dips, and protein-first snack strategies • gatherer creativity, choice overload, and three-ingredient rules • tracker structure, all-or-nothing traps, and flexible ranges • builder fuel mindset, under-eating risks, and rotation for micronutrients • turning identity into meal planning that sticks • weekly challenge to identify your primary and secondary styles Thank you for joining us on today's Healthy Huddle. Look forward to seeing you right here next time https://aarondegler.com/

    25 min

  8. DEC 8

    MM: Grow Into Who You Are

    We share why we transitioned from a general-access gym to a women-only training studio and why we don’t wish we had moved sooner. The heart of the change is culture, standards, and a designed community that supports every woman at any stage. • lessons from thirteen years of a public gym • choosing a focused mission over serving everyone • building community through intentional touchpoints • designing empowerment into programming and coaching • culture as standards, not slogans • why readiness matters more than speed • how timing and self-development shape good decisions https://aarondegler.com/

    5 min
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After over a decade in the health and wellness industry, Aaron realized that our bodies change only short term unless our mindset changes for the long term. The two are forever linked and our bodies will follow to places where our mind takes it. We are continually building up new ideas and tearing down old ones in our construction zone we call our mind. Join Aaron each week as he shares ways to continually work on our infinite construction zone as well as sharing the construction zones of his guests.

Information

  • Creator
    Aaron Degler
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    173
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Mind Body Project
  • Show Website
    The Mind Body Project

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