How do high performers stay healthy without burning out? In this episode of Peak Performers Getting Fit, I sit down with Jonathan Goodman, author of The Obvious Choice and founder of QuickCoach.Fit, to unpack how busy professionals can build a strong body, sharp mind, and lasting habits… without obsessing over perfection.

Why Recovery Is Where You Get Stronger

While training breaks your body down, recovery is when real gains happen. Coach Ahmed Zaher emphasizes that sleep is your #1 tool—cheaper and more effective than cryotherapy or massage. Want proof? He recommends Dr. Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep for the full science breakdown.