Denise M
Denise M
WELLNESS SERIES LIFESTYLE CHANGES WITH DARREN LACEY
WELLNESS SERIES LIFESTYLE CHANGES WITH DARREN LACEY
WELLNESS SERIES LIFESTYLE CHANGES WITH DARREN LACEY
Sunday 22nd September 2024
Darren Lacey shares his inspiring journey of weight loss and lifestyle changes, including tips on staying motivated and the benefits of a vegan diet.
25 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Start with small, manageable goals.
- Use apps like Couch to 5K for motivation.
- Consider the benefits of a vegan diet.
- Therapy pets can provide emotional support and motivation.
- Celebrate small victories and keep pushing forward.
We all look for purpose in life, don't we? And sometimes when you're living on your own, having a pet gives you that purpose.
Ready for a dose of inspiration? In this episode of Life Beyond Our Wildest Dreams Recovery Podcast, Darren Lacey from Kent, UK, shares his incredible journey of lifestyle changes and weight loss over the past five years. Darren’s story is a testament to the power of small steps and big changes. He kicks things off by introducing us to Trevor, his adorable therapy dog who’s been a constant companion and motivator.
Darren explains how Trevor not only provides emotional support but also gets him out of the house, rain or shine. Darren dives into his initial struggle with weight gain post-recovery and how he decided to take charge by setting a seemingly impossible goal: running a half marathon. He shares his honest feelings about running – spoiler: he’s not a fan – but emphasises the importance of having a goal to keep motivated.
He also talks about the Couch to 5K app, which helped him get started by breaking down the daunting task of running into manageable steps. From there, Darren touches on his transition to a vegan diet, which he stumbled upon almost by accident. He highlights how reading food labels and making conscious choices about what goes into his body has had a massive impact on his health.
Darren’s story is full of practical tips, from using apps to stay motivated to setting achievable goals and celebrating small victories. If you’re looking for real-life advice on making lasting lifestyle changes, this episode is packed with nuggets of wisdom. Darren’s journey reminds us that showing up is half the battle, and with the right mindset and tools, anyone can achieve their wellness goals. Ready to get inspired?
Give this episode a listen and take the first step towards your own transformation.