Most people think catastrophic health events mean the end of their fitness journey. But what if it could be the beginning of something even greater? In today’s episode, Gary Brecka sits down with personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist Alexia Clark as she shares her personal journey from feeling stuck in a career that didn’t ignite her passion to discovering the profound impact that fitness can have on both the body and mind. She also tells the story of how she overcame her experience of having volvulus in 2021 through fitness. If you’ve ever felt hesitant to start your fitness journey or are looking for motivation to stay consistent, this is the video for you. Take that first step. Then another. And another. Because your next chapter could be your strongest yet! Join the Ultimate Human VIP community and gain exclusive access to Gary Brecka's proven wellness protocols today!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Alexia Clark: Join Alexia Clark's program and start building your strongest self today! https://bit.ly/4efl3Yz For more information on Alexia Clark, visit: https://bit.ly/3NVqwJc Follow Alexia Clark on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3UCdcNC Follow Alexia Clark on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3AqlGAK Follow Alexia Clark on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3UBsOku Follow Alexia Clark on X.com: https://bit.ly/40xLPs3 00:00 ​Intro of Show and Guest 02:30 ​Alexia’s Back Story 05:01 ​Impact of Fitness on Mental Health 08:22 ​Misconceptions on Fitness and Resistance Training 15:28 ​What is a Bliss Point? 18:35 ​People Not Eating Enough Protein 20:09 ​Alexia’s Diet 21:28 ​Highly-Processed Diet vs. Whole Foods Diet 22:47 ​Where (and How) to Start a Healthy Lifestyle? 25:50 ​Alexia’s Experience with Volvulus 31:57 ​Seeing the Positives in Your Workouts 34:10 ​Maintaining the Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling 38:15 ​The Queen Team Community 44:32 ​Travel-Friendly Workouts 46:43 ​Embarking on a Healthy Lifestyle 49:33 ​Mental and Emotional Transformations from Fitness 51:42 ​Exercise Tips After Injury 56:02 ​What’s Next for Alexia Clark? 57:23 ​Final Question: What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?” GET WEEKLY TIPS FROM GARY ON HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE ROUTINES: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU EIGHT SLEEP - USE CODE “GARY” TO GET $350 OFF THE POD 4 ULTRA: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E BODY HEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV TAKE YOUR STRENGTH TO THE NEXT LEVEL! SHOP THE ULTIMATE HUMAN STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT AND TURN EVERY WORKOUT INTO A TRANSFORMATION: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl SUPERCHARGE YOUR RECOVERY AND OPTIMIZE YOUR WELL-BEING WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE. CLICK THE LINK TO DIVE INTO OUR LINEUP OF COLD PLUNGES: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp KETTLE AND FIRE PREMIUM & 100% GRASS-FED BONE BROTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATEHUMAN” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/3BaTzW5 Discover top-rated products and exclusive deals. Shop now and elevate your everyday essentials with just a click!: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs Watch “The Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka” every Tuesday and Thursday at 9AM ET on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Follow The Ultimate Human on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VP9JuR Follow The Ultimate Human on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3XIusTX Follow The Ultimate Human on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Y5pPDJ Follow Gary Brecka on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs Follow Gary Brecka on TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Follow Gary Brecka on Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H SUBSCRIBE TO: @ultimatehumanpodcast @garybrecka Download “The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka” podcast on all your favorite platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature.