Why You Should Eat Chocolate After Your Run: The Science of Sticking to Healthy Habits

About this episode

Coach Jon Chase discusses the science behind habit formation and how to wire your brain for health success.

Health and mindset expert Coach Jon Chase joins us to break down the brain chemistry behind habit formation, explaining how the basal ganglia and dopamine shape our routines. Learn a practical three-step formula to wire your brain for health success, including the surprising reason why a post-workout piece of chocolate can solidify your new running routine.

People in this episode

Host: Chris Baird

Guest: Coach Jon Chase

Topics covered

• habit formation
• brain chemistry
• health
• mindset
• running
• dopamine

Keywords

• chocolate
• healthy habits
• basal ganglia
• dopamine
• post-workout
• running routine
• health success

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