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The Mountains Are My True Relaxation #shorts

May 29, 2026 / 01:07

This episode features discussions on exercise as a form of relaxation, the meditative aspects of physical activity, and the importance of building friendships through shared experiences in challenging environments.

The hosts talk about how exercising in nature helps clear their minds and provides peace. They emphasize the joy of being active outdoors and the clarity it brings to their busy lives.

They also share personal anecdotes about training and racing, highlighting the strong bonds formed during tough times in the mountains.

The conversation includes laughter and relatable moments, showcasing the camaraderie that comes from facing challenges together.

TL;DR

Exercise in nature offers relaxation and builds friendships through shared challenges.

Episode

1:07
00:00:00
I, people [snorts and clears throat]
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often ask me, "Do you ever just sit down
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and relax?" And I'm like, "Well,
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not really. But, I said to them, I said,
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"When I'm exercising and when I'm out
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there in the mountains or in the hills
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or whatever, that's actually my
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form of relaxation. Are you the same?"
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>> Oh, I get it. I get it completely. Yeah,
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it's there's um
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meditative
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>> Yeah.
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>> aspects to it.
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>> Yeah, like my brain just like I've got a
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busy brain and you know, I'm high
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energy, whatever. But, when I'm
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exercising or training or racing or
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doing anything like that, my brain
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actually shuts off and it's actually the
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time that I just
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have so much just peace and clarity and
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especially when you're with your friends
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that you have such awesome times out
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there and conversations and you build
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such strong relationships and
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friendships when you
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uh go through those hard times and you
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know, it's it's it's the best feeling in
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the world. But, no, it definitely needs
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to be someone that's
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>> [laughter]
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>> that can uh you know, go in the
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mountains and
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go through, you know, rainstorms and not
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get a get annoyed.
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>> Yeah. [laughter]

Episode Highlights

  • Finding Peace in Exercise
    Exercise can serve as a unique form of relaxation, bringing clarity and peace.
    “That's actually my form of relaxation.”
    @ 00m 15s
    May 29, 2026
  • Building Strong Relationships
    Shared experiences in challenging environments strengthen friendships and create lasting memories.
    “It's the best feeling in the world.”
    @ 00m 53s
    May 29, 2026

Episode Quotes

  • That's actually my form of relaxation.
    The Mountains Are My True Relaxation #shorts
  • My brain actually shuts off and it's the best feeling in the world.
    The Mountains Are My True Relaxation #shorts

Key Moments

  • Relaxation through Exercise00:15
  • Peace and Clarity00:32
  • Friendship in Challenges00:53

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