“Could what stresses you now in your life be opportunities for growth? How could you embrace the challenges that you’re going through to strengthen your personal and professional resilience?” asks Dr. Andrew Fix.

Stress often gets a bad reputation, but what if it’s actually the force that makes us stronger? In this episode, Dr. Fix unpacks how facing adversity can build resilience, using relatable examples like the struggles of sports and the deepening roots of a tree in a storm. He challenges us to rethink our perspective: Are the challenges we avoid the very ones that could help us grow? This episode will leave you with a refreshed outlook on stress and actionable ways to turn obstacles into opportunities.

Quotes

• “Ultimately, the wind is going to push and prod and challenge that tree. It’s going to cause splintering in the roots and it’s going to force and encourage those roots to dig deeper and deeper and deeper. And ultimately it’s going to strengthen that tree.” (03:40 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “We’re going to face struggles. And as a result of that, we’re going to be able to build resilience through gradually accomplishing more and more and more or tackling more and more and more of these obstacles.” (04:20 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “If we avoid stress in its entirety, and we try to live a stress-free life, if you ask me, we’re going to live a pretty unfulfilling life because we’re not going to have things that we need to build resilience from.” (06:07 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “Instead of thinking about avoiding stress, we want to embrace it. It’s an opportunity at the end of the day to build a stronger foundation, to build a more resilient mindset.” (06:43 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “What stresses now in your life could be opportunities for growth? How could you embrace the challenges that you’re going through to strengthen your personal and professional resilience?” (07:18 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

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Confidence isn’t something you stumble upon. It’s something you create. Lesley Logan, the founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com and host of Be It Till You See It, joins Dr. Andrew Fix to talk about how Pilates, belief, and community can transform not just your body, but your mindset.

What if you stop waiting for confidence to show up and start embodying the qualities of the person you want to become? Lesley shares how her journey from a Pilates skeptic to a global instructor was shaped by daily practice, resilience, and surrounding herself with a supportive community. From her athletic roots to her philosophy of “Be It Till You See It,” she reveals how small, bold steps lead to meaningful growth.

This episode touches on the power of deliberate action, the role of community in breaking through self-doubt, and the ways Pilates connects body and mind. How can stepping out of your comfort zone and leaning into belief change your life? Lesley’s story is proof that it can!

Quotes

• “I don’t believe in faking it till you make it. I believe that if I knew what to do in this situation, what would I do? If I knew how to be a confident CEO who ran a business, what would that person do? What do they worry about? How do they do this? And then I take action. I take messy action. And that’s what being it till you see it means.” (07:52 | Lesley Logan)
• “Sometimes we actually have a lot of the things that we want, but we’ve put ourselves in a position like, ‘I don’t know enough, I’m not good enough, I’m not fast enough.’ So we actually put ourselves further away from the finish line than we are.” (15:20 | Lesley Logan)
• “The comfort zone is actually quite uncomfortable if we’re really honest with ourselves. And being outside of the comfort zone is scary—absolutely—but also it’s kind of like, what could happen?” (31:01 | Lesley Logan)
• “Knowing where you want to go and then taking the first next step is all you need. A lot of people want to know all the steps in between. It is impossible. You don’t know. You also could have the roadmap, and then they are doing construction on it.” (32:21 | Lesley Logan)
• “I believe that when you do Pilates, you connect to yourself, and when you connect to yourself, you can connect more to others.” (48:49 | Lesley Logan)

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Strength is more than just muscles. It’s the foundation of health and financial savings as you age. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Fix talks about the cost of weakness, referencing a 2018 UK study that found individuals aged 71 to 80 with weaker grip strength incurred 250% higher healthcare expenses, amounting to 3.25 billion pounds annually (approximately $4 billion USD).

Grip strength emerges as a powerful predictor of overall body strength and longevity, with stronger individuals enjoying lower healthcare costs and better health outcomes. Dr. Fix challenges the assumption that all age-related health declines are inevitable, suggesting that many are the result of deconditioning rather than aging itself. Regular strength training and physical activity, he explains, can offset these declines and boost functionality, allowing older adults to rival much younger, untrained individuals in fitness and health.

Pointing out the role of exercise intensity, Dr. Fix cautions that walking alone isn’t enough for significant health gains. Instead, he advocates for challenging strength training at least twice a week, paired with adequate protein intake to support recovery and muscle growth. By prioritizing strength, listeners can improve their quality of life while potentially saving on healthcare costs in the long run.

Quotes

• “Grip strength is actually a really good measure of longevity and of overall body strength because though it is a quick measurement, you can get a very specific exact number in terms of pounds or newtons or whatever unit of measurement you’re going to use. But it’s very hard to get a strong grip and not strengthen the rest of your body.” (03:05 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “Weaker people spent more money on their health, addressing things than stronger people did. So, it is more beneficial cost-wise, price-wise, more dollars in your pocket to be stronger than it is to be weaker.” (06:00 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “Is it possible that some of what we consider normal aging, ‘Oh, that’s just part of getting old,’ is really just deconditioning?” (07:46 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “The intensity really matters. We need to be pushing it. We need to be challenging ourselves, and we need to be doing things that are hard, that require speed, that require power and strength. And those things are going to lead to positive health changes.” (10:44 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “What are you doing now, daily or weekly, to move the needle forward from a strength perspective? Are you recovering adequately? Are you getting adequate nutrition so that your body can do what it’s meant to do from that strength training that you’re doing? Based on research, if you do those things, you are likely to spend less money on health problems later in life than those who are weaker.” (14:38 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

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Adversity challenges us in ways we don’t always expect, but it also offers the chance to uncover resilience, strengthen our mindset, and rethink what truly matters. In this episode, Alex Kaminsky returns to share her story of navigating a bone tumor diagnosis and the physical, mental, and emotional hurdles that came with it. From setbacks in recovery to reevaluating ambitious goals, Alex illustrates how consistency and reflection helped her realign with her passions and rediscover her love for tennis.

Alex’s journey reminds us how slowing down, embracing gratitude, and aligning our goals with our values can turn adversity into growth. What can we learn from facing uncertainty and reframing challenges as opportunities for growth? Join Alex and Dr. Andrew Fix’s discussion as they explore resilience, and offer insights that reveal how even the toughest moments can lead to clarity, strength, and a renewed purpose.

Quotes

• “I was making it even harder on myself by taking on something completely new, like distance running, while also trying to balance it with recovering from an injury. A lot of the frustration that came with different parts of this process forced me to reflect and dig deep. I let myself sit with the discomfort, listen to my thoughts, and ask myself: Why is this so frustrating? What’s holding me back? And what do I need to do to move forward?” (28:18 | Alex Kaminsky)
• “My other rule is that nothing is too big or too small to be grateful for. It can be something simple, like saying, ‘I’m grateful for sunshine,’ and that’s enough. Other days, it’s like, ‘I’m grateful for my loving and supportive parents who have gone through hell and back to make sure that I had the best life possible.’ It can be extravagant, but it can literally be so silly. Both are equally important for shifting your mindset and rewiring your brain to focus on positivity and see the good in everything. We’ve all been around those people who, no matter what they’re going through, always bring that positive energy into a conversation.” (41:05 | Alex Kaminsky)
• “I think it’s really important to understand that it’s similar to the law of attraction—what you think about expands, and what you focus on grows. So, you need to focus on visualizing the things you want, not the things you don’t want.” (50:52 | Alex Kaminsky)
• “One of the biggest things and one of the things that’s the hardest for me is just giving yourself grace. And I think it’s so easy to see other people doing a great job, pushing through, and persevering. And we just tend to be so hard on ourselves.” (59:47 | Alex Kaminsky)

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Unplugging from your phone for a few hours might be the reset your mind and relationships need. Will you try it? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Fix shares a personal story about accidentally leaving his phone behind at a holiday party, leading to an unexpected but transformative 19.5-hour break from his device.

During this time, he found relief from mental clutter and a renewed sense of presence. Freed from constant notifications and the urge to check social media or emails, Dr. Fix experienced what he describes as true mental decompression. This accidental digital detox helped him engage more deeply with his family and daily activities without distractions.

Dr. Fix points out the importance of setting boundaries with technology, and offers practical tips like enabling “Do Not Disturb” or limiting app usage to carve out undistracted time. He makes a case for regular device-free intervals—whether daily or weekly—to enhance focus, mental clarity, and connection with others.

Tune in to this episode of The Code to learn how to embrace moments of digital silence and rediscover the joy of being fully present.

Quotes

• “I think all of us should do this with some consistency—whether that’s a little bit each day or a day each week—where you just need to get that phone away from you so that it’s not there, so that you aren’t tempted to use it, to have it, to check it, and so that you can be present and focus on the other things and the other people around you.” (05:09 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “It is so easy to be distracted… It’s a constant battle, but it’s something that we definitely deal with. We’re trying to be present with our son. The notification goes off on the phone, and mentally you want to grab it, but you’re trying to hang out with your son. So that’s obviously more important.” (05:35 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “You could be exercising, you could be resting and recovering, you could be enjoying a meal and being present and focused with your friends, your family, whoever that is, or even just simply taking some time for yourself to think, to have that mental clarity.” (06:15 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “I encourage all of you to take some time away from your devices, step back from the constant notifications, and allow yourself to decompress. Embrace being present and fully enjoy the experience in front of you.” (06:50 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

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“Is pain free the goal, or is being able to run the goal?” asks Dr. Andrew Fix, inviting listeners to rethink their approach to recovery. In this episode, he points out the importance of focusing on what truly matters: regaining the ability to do the activities that bring joy and purpose.

Dr. Fix talks about how pain management can support performance goals, using a runner with knee pain as an example. He explains the three-step process of reset, restore, and reload—calming symptoms, addressing root causes, and building resilience to handle life’s demands. How often do you pause to consider whether you’re prioritizing function over fleeting relief?

This episode emphasizes mindset just as much as movement. Dr. Fix challenges the “I can’t” mentality and encourages a focus on what’s possible, even during setbacks. Recovery, he explains, isn’t about perfection but about progress—mentally and physically. Could this perspective help you achieve more meaningful outcomes? Tune in to this episode to find out how.

Quotes

• “Having pain doesn’t mean that you have to stop doing all the things that bring that pain on. We just need to know how much we can push, when we can push, and when we shouldn’t push.” (06:16 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “The more in disarray somebody’s life outside of the clinic might be, the more stress they’re under, the smaller their body’s capacity is to be able to tolerate these things. We may not want to push someone as much.” (06:44 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “What we try to reframe and what we try to encourage people to do is, yes, we’re not going to pull someone out of their sport or activity unless we really think we need to. We are going to try to work through things, not avoid things. We want to also spin the conversation around and we want to focus on the things that you can do rather than ‘I can’t run, I can’t bike, I can’t do this or that.’ What are the things you can do?” (08:26 | Dr. Andrew Fix)
• “If we can focus on the things that we can do rather than the things that we cannot do, it’s gonna put you in such a better mental place.” (09:08 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

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Jenny Powers, co-author of “On the Origin of Being,” reminds us: “We need to take a step back and realize that who we are is what’s important—not what we do. Our physical and mental health totally depend on it.” In this episode, she joins Dr. Andrew Fix to discuss how understanding our evolutionary roots can guide us toward a healthier, more balanced life.

Jenny draws on her scientific expertise and personal journey to point out the disconnect between modern living and the way humans evolved to thrive. How do hustle culture and processed foods disrupt our well-being? What can we do to align with natural rhythms through movement, nutrition, and time in nature? With actionable biohacking insights, she shares practical ways to reconnect with our evolutionary foundations and improve the quality of our lives.

Tune in for a conversation that will leave you rethinking modern habits and inspired to embrace a more natural way of living.

Quotes

• “We need to take a step back and realize that who we are is what’s important—not what we do. Our physical and mental health totally depend on it.” (13:37 | Jenny Powers)
• “Nature is what ties us all together. It’s where we evolved. We’re the only species on the planet that no longer lives in our natural habitat. Nature provides us with the cues for good sleeping habits, like sunlight, and it gives us all of our natural resources. We’ve become so disconnected from our food supply—how we grow, process, and obtain food—all of which depend on nature.” (16:59 | Jenny Powers)
• “We no longer work so we can live; we live to work. That reflects an identity shift. People often think our ancestors lived nasty, brutal lives—constantly working and starving. But studies suggest quite the opposite: they likely spent only 15 to 20 hours a week on food-gathering activities and enjoyed plenty of leisure time.” (32:02 | Jenny Powers)
• “What people need to realize is that eating healthy is a practice. Meditating is a practice. Going to the gym is a practice. You have to make a conscious effort to build the habit of not being busy all the time.” (36:32 | Jenny Powers)
• “When you start eating the good things, you don’t need to take anything out of your diet. You just start adding the good things. The ‘bad’ things, the ones you’re not supposed to eat, naturally become less appealing. It’s not even a decision you have to make, which I think is a wonderful way to approach it.” (53:50 | Jenny Powers)

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