Podcast Summary
Embrace the power of hustle for personal growth: Start small, take action, invest in quality tools, build confidence, and consider an alcohol-free lifestyle for enhanced performance and productivity
Hustle, defined as grit and work ethic meeting your definition of success and purpose, is essential for personal growth and creating momentum. Robin Arzón, a fitness icon and vice president of fitness programming at Peloton, emphasizes the importance of starting small and taking action, even if it's just one step at a time. Confidence, she explains, is a byproduct of hustle, leading to a self-fulfilling prophecy of recognizing and tapping into one's own power. Additionally, investing in high-quality tools, such as Momentous' plant-based protein and On's innovative apparel, can significantly enhance performance and recovery. Lastly, embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, as Go Brewing offers, can lead to numerous health benefits and improved productivity.
Robin Arzón's Journey of Mental Strength and Gratitude: Acknowledge others' successes, express gratitude, and stay in a growth mindset to expand the 'pie' and foster personal growth and overall well-being.
Robin Arzón, a celebrated fitness personality, shared her journey of mental strength, unapologetically owning her story, and the importance of gratitude during their recent reunion at Joe's Go Brewing Company. Go Brewing offers delicious, small-batch, alcohol-free brews made with natural ingredients and no added sugar or artificial processing. Robin's favorite is their double IPA. Beyond their conversation about the company, they discussed various topics, including pre and postnatal fitness, saying no and owning yeses, life pivots, and beginning a fitness journey. Robin, who has been on the Rich Roll Podcast three times before, has grown significantly since their first meeting in Las Vegas and has become a legitimate celebrity, appearing on the Today show and in People Magazine. Robin emphasized the importance of acknowledging and appreciating others' successes rather than focusing on competition or envy. By staying in a growth mindset and expressing gratitude, the "pie expands," leading to personal growth and overall well-being.
Envy can reveal our deepest desires: Feeling envious can indicate what we truly want in life, leading to significant life changes and career pivots. Peloton's success story illustrates how disrupting industry norms can lead to exponential growth.
Feeling jealous can serve as an indicator of what we truly desire in life. For instance, when the speaker was feeling envious of her friends' freedom and creative pursuits as a lawyer, it was a sign that she needed to make a change. This concept was pivotal in her decision to leave law and pursue a career in wellness. The speaker's journey began when she was held up at gunpoint in New York City during her early twenties. To heal, she started running and eventually became an avid marathon runner. This led her to leave law and find her way into the wellness industry. She is now the Vice President of Fitness Programming at Peloton, a leader in the wellness industry, and an author. Peloton started as a spin studio in Chelsea with a connected hardware and software component. When the pandemic hit, the company pivoted to virtual classes, which disrupted the industry's studio business model. The leaderboard was a turning point, with one Thanksgiving class having more members than Madison Square Garden. Peloton has since grown to over 1,000,000 members and has two flagship studios - Peloton Studios New York and Peloton London.
VP in Content at Peloton hires instructors, assesses charisma and expertise: VP in Content role at Peloton involves hiring instructors, evaluating authentic charisma and expertise, and overseeing unscripted television shows during fitness classes.
As a VP in the content department at Peloton, the speaker plays a crucial role in advocating for talent and acting as an intermediary between different teams. They are responsible for hiring instructors and assessing their authentic charisma and expertise. The role requires a unique skill set, including the ability to host a television show unscripted while teaching a fitness class. The relationship between instructors and participants is deeply personal and often emotional, making it a significant part of many people's lives, especially during challenging times. Despite the intensity of these interactions, the speaker finds the experience thrilling and rewarding.
Protecting 'yes' moments by saying 'no': Determine what's important to you and prioritize it, protect 'yes' moments by saying 'no' to distractions, and find balance between work and rest.
Setting healthy boundaries and knowing when to say "no" are essential for maintaining a balanced and fulfilling life. The speaker emphasizes the importance of protecting "yes" moments by saying "no" to opportunities that don't align with one's values or goals. However, it can be challenging to determine when to say "yes" or "no," especially when faced with tempting opportunities or when balancing multiple roles and responsibilities. The concept of balance is subjective, and it's essential to prioritize what's important to you and show up in alignment with those values. The speaker also acknowledges the importance of hustle and work ethic but warns against overdoing it and neglecting self-care. Ultimately, finding the balance between work and rest, and saying "no" to distractions, is crucial for living a meaningful and purposeful life.
Finding Balance in Life: Presence, Prioritization, and Energy: Focus on being fully present and giving your all to current experiences, prioritize meaningful experiences that align with values, and manage energy as a currency for a more fulfilling life. Listen to intuition and seek experiences that increase energetic currency. New venture: Voicing Change Media. Try Waking Up meditation app.
Finding balance in life is not about constantly measuring ourselves against idealized notions of perfection, but rather about being fully present and giving our all to whatever we're doing while ensuring that all areas of our life are being filled over an extended period. Energy should be seen as currency, and we should be mindful of how we're expending it and what we're getting in return. It's essential to listen to our intuition and prioritize experiences that increase our energetic currency. My guest, a successful entrepreneur and new mom, emphasized the importance of being fully present in all aspects of life, whether it's business opportunities or being a parent. She also highlighted the significance of finding meaningful experiences that align with our values and make us feel like superheroes. It's not always easy to achieve this balance, but with self-awareness and calibration, we can make progress towards living a more fulfilling life. Additionally, my guest announced her new venture, Voicing Change Media, a consortium of thinkers, storytellers, artists, and visionaries committed to fostering meaningful exchanges and sharing thought-provoking content. She also shared her love for the meditation app Waking Up, which has become an essential part of her daily routine and offers a free trial for listeners of this podcast. Lastly, she expressed her joy and intuition in becoming a mom and the simplicity and straightforwardness of the experience.
Balancing Motherhood and Personal Goals with Robin Arzón: Robin Arzón, a mother and executive at Peloton, emphasizes setting boundaries, prioritizing self-identity, and being intentional and authentic to balance motherhood and personal goals. She continued teaching and training during pregnancy and adopted a mantra of consistency postpartum, sharing experiences transparently to foster relatability.
Motherhood and pursuing personal goals can coexist. Robin Arzón, a mother and executive at Peloton, shares her philosophy of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-identity to balance her roles. During her pregnancy, she continued to teach and train, creating a connection with her audience. Postpartum, she faced challenges but adopted a mantra of consistency over intensity and shared her experiences transparently with her community, fostering relatability and strengthening connections. Overall, Robin emphasizes the importance of being intentional and authentic in balancing motherhood and personal aspirations.
Embrace the postpartum fitness journey with progress and self-compassion: Focus on progress and self-compassion during postpartum fitness journey to transform plateaus into opportunities for growth and enjoy the journey rather than fixating on external expectations
The journey of postpartum fitness is unique and challenging, but focusing on progress and self-compassion can help transform plateaus into launching pads. The pressure to quickly return to pre-pregnancy shape can be overwhelming, but it's important to shift the mindset towards celebrating what the body can do rather than fixating on size or external expectations. Running, for instance, can be a source of joy and liberation when approached with gratitude and kindness, even during difficult training cycles. It's essential to recognize the internal dialogue and make a conscious choice to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion. This shift can lead to the most rewarding training experiences.
Practicing Gratitude During Challenging Times: Reflecting on past dreams and current possessions, journaling, and focusing on the present moment can help provide a sense of internal reset and grounding during challenging times, leading to personal growth and creative inspiration.
Practicing gratitude, even during challenging times, can help provide a sense of internal reset and grounding. This can be achieved through journaling, reflecting on past dreams and current possessions, and focusing on the present moment. This practice, which the speaker had been doing for years, helped her during the pandemic and ultimately led to the creation of her children's book, "Strong Mama." The book, which became a New York Times bestseller, was inspired by her love for her unborn child and her endorphin-filled feelings during her babymoon. The speaker's wisdom and pithy quotes have also resonated with many, leading to her participation in MasterClass, where she was able to share her expertise in a relaxed and natural way. Overall, the importance of gratitude and self-reflection, even during difficult times, can lead to personal growth and creative inspiration.
Exploring Personal Resilience with the Speaker: Learn how to find joy and fulfillment in the present, prioritize values, and manage time effectively for personal growth and career success.
The master class offered by this individual is a deeply personal and introspective experience, where students gain insights into the speaker's own story and the tools she used to build mental resilience. The class covers various concepts from the speaker's book, including journaling, visualization, and identifying personal values. Currently, the speaker is grappling with the concept of what's next in her career, finding introspection and creativity more challenging than hustling and getting the work done. She emphasizes that there doesn't always have to be a next big thing, and it's important to find joy and fulfillment in the present. The speaker also shares her thoughts on the importance of prioritizing values and managing time effectively when considering new opportunities. Overall, the master class offers a unique blend of personal stories, practical tools, and introspective conversations.
Exploring Web 3 and Prioritizing Life: While pursuing new opportunities, prioritize loved ones and personal growth, understand basics before diving in, and conduct a 'life pivot' audit for identity and needs.
While pursuing multiple ventures can be rewarding, it's essential to prioritize quality time with loved ones and focus on what truly matters. Overanalyzing new opportunities can lead to paralysis, and it's crucial to understand the basics before diving in. The speaker is exploring Web 3 and its potential for digital creators, aiming to build community and bridge the gap for underrepresented groups. She's educating herself and seeking the right partners. The concept of a "life pivot" involves a three-part audit: assessing physical, existential, and financial needs. Uncovering one's identity is a significant part of this process, which the speaker accomplished through journaling, vision boards, and social media. It's important to remember that personal growth and transformation take time and happen imperfectly.
From lawyer to journalist to Peloton employee - the power of self-belief and determination: Ask empowering questions, believe in yourself, and embrace your unique strengths to overcome challenges and pursue unexpected opportunities.
Transitioning to a new career or life path can be uncertain and challenging, but having a clear sense of purpose, self-belief, and the courage to take action can lead to unexpected opportunities. The speaker's journey from being a lawyer to a journalist, and eventually joining Peloton, illustrates this. She emphasizes the importance of asking oneself empowering questions like "why not me?" and "what decision would I make if I were twice confident and twice as strong?". Her experience with diabetes also played a role in her determination and resilience. Ultimately, she encourages embracing one's unique strengths and being unapologetic in pursuing one's goals.
Understanding Food's Impact on Blood Glucose with CGM: CGM technology offers real-time data for managing diabetes and reveals complex relationship between food and blood glucose levels, empowering individuals to make healthier choices.
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology can provide valuable insights into the relationship between food, lifestyle habits, and blood glucose levels. For individuals with diabetes, this technology can help manage their condition more effectively by providing real-time data and adjusting insulin dosages accordingly. However, it's important to remember that the relationship between food and blood glucose levels is complex, and making binary, reductive conclusions based on CGM data may not fully capture the nuances of this relationship. Additionally, the adoption of CGM technology by people without diabetes can lead to better understanding of how lifestyle choices impact blood glucose levels and potentially prevent the development of diabetes. Ultimately, this technology can empower individuals to make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Transforming health through food and education: Personal experiences, education tools, and a plant-based diet can help individuals make informed decisions about their diet and prevent conditions like diabetes. Adopting technology at scale is crucial to tackle the diabetes epidemic.
Understanding the impact of food on energy levels and overall health can be transformative, especially when it comes to preventing conditions like diabetes. The speaker shared her personal experience of feeling more energetic after eating certain foods and how education tools can help people make informed decisions about their diet. She also highlighted the importance of adopting such technology at scale to tackle the diabetes epidemic. In her daily life, the speaker wakes up earlier to take care of her child and maintains a plant-based diet, which she found sustainable even during pregnancy. She emphasized the importance of knowing one's nutrient levels and understanding the protein requirements for an active lifestyle. The speaker's routine includes morning training sessions, teaching Peloton classes, and handling meetings in the afternoon. Despite the busy schedule, she manages to maintain a healthy lifestyle and prioritizes family time in the mornings.
Maintaining a Healthy Work-Life Balance: Prioritize Family Time, Set Boundaries, and Use an Assistant: Successful entrepreneurs prioritize family time, set boundaries, use an assistant, and reflect on the importance of releasing unrealistic expectations to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for personal happiness and productivity. The speaker, who is a successful entrepreneur and mother, emphasizes the importance of having an assistant, setting boundaries, and prioritizing family time. She also shares her approach to social media, which involves organically sharing content and not feeling pressured to post constantly. The speaker reflects on the past and how technology has changed our perception of immediacy, emphasizing the importance of releasing oneself from unrealistic expectations. She also discusses the transformative power of movement and the importance of finding a form of hustle that builds confidence and leads to personal growth.
Embrace vulnerability for self-discovery and connection: Vulnerability leads to self-discovery, increased self-efficacy, and the attraction of like-minded individuals. Prioritize moments of flow and journaling to explore your truth.
Sharing our stories and speaking our truth can lead to self-discovery, increased self-efficacy, and the magnetization of like-minded individuals. Vulnerability is a strength that allows us to better understand ourselves and our experiences, leading to more fulfilling and meaningful lives. It's important to prioritize moments of flow and disconnect from distractions to allow the mind to wander and be creative. Journaling can be a helpful tool in this process, even on days when we don't feel we have much to write about. By embracing vulnerability and allowing ourselves to be true to who we are, we can attract and connect with others who resonate with our truth, creating a supportive community and a sense of alignment and purpose.
Exploring emotions and planning through journaling: Effective journaling involves intentional balance between processing emotions and planning for the day. Clear communication and setting boundaries are essential in maintaining strong relationships.
Effective journaling involves a mix of intention and emotion, and can occur at different times of the day based on personal needs. The speaker uses evening journaling sessions for processing emotions and exploring business ideas, while morning sessions may focus on gratitude and planning. Marriage, too, requires intentional balance and communication, especially when expanding to include a child. The speaker emphasizes the importance of clear communication and setting boundaries, even in small matters. Overall, the practices of journaling and maintaining a strong partnership involve a commitment to self-reflection, growth, and intentionality.
Communication and awareness are key to a healthy relationship: Nurture your relationship as an organism, set each other up for success, challenge limiting beliefs, and take action towards a fulfilling life.
Effective communication and conscious awareness are essential in maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship. It's important to set each other up for success and not default to routines, which can lead to separate lives and lack of connection. Thinking of the marriage as an organism, as well as nurturing the individual selves, can help curate and attend to the unique needs of each entity. Separate trips and experiences can also bring new perspectives and opportunities for growth and conversation. Starting small with a single step towards a desired goal, such as a movement practice, can lead to discovering one's own power and confidence. Ultimately, it's important to challenge limiting beliefs and take action towards creating a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Importance of continuous learning and growth: Seek wisdom from various sources, embrace challenges, and never stop the pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement
Learning from this conversation with Robin Arzon is the importance of continuous learning and growth, both personally and professionally. Robin shared her experiences and insights from her career, motherhood, and personal development journey. She emphasized the value of seeking wisdom from various sources, such as books and educational platforms like MasterClass. Robin also encouraged listeners to check out her new children's book, "Strong Mama," and find her online at Peloton and robinadderson.com. The conversation underscored the importance of staying curious, embracing challenges, and never stopping the pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement. To learn more about Robin and the resources mentioned in this episode, visit richroll.com. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with others. As always, thank you for listening, and we'll be back soon with another inspiring conversation.
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