Apr 11, 2019
8 min read
Why Extreme Wellness Is So Popular
Marathons, fasting, and silent retreats—the psychology behind hardcore health
Emily Fonnesbeck says her issues with diet and exercise started after her first son was born. “I was a new mom and feeling pressure to recover from the pregnancy body, and I started eating less and exercising more,” she says. “I’m very much a perfectionist, so if I’m going to…
