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21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I went to Mel Robbins's Let Them tour to speak with fans — then one of them invited me in
New Yorkers had places to be last Friday. Many were headed to Madison Square Garden to watch the Knicks knock the Boston Celtics out of the NBA playoffs, while others were going to Yankee Stadium for the Subway Series to witness the return of Juan Soto. There were some heading to Broadway to see George Clooney and others to catch Jake Gyllenhaal. Then there were the people heading to the Beacon Theatre to see self-improvement author and motivational speaker Mel Robbins. I was one of them — except I wasn't. Robbins, a former lawyer who hosts The Mel Robbins Podcast, was on tour promoting her uber bestselling book The Let Them Theory, which came out last December. I showed up an hour and 45 minutes before the start of the show without a ticket or any understanding of how to practice Robbins's teachings myself. My plan was to talk to her biggest fans to understand the frenzy behind Robbins's burgeoning media empire. 'It's like Taylor Swift basically,' a 27-year-old Long Islander named Kaitlin told me. She bought two tickets at face value back in January when they were first released as a gift for her mom, Karen, 56, for Mother's Day. 'We listen to her together and we share episodes back and forth,' Kaitlin added before the mother-daughter duo flashed their matching friendship bracelets that spell out 'let them' in beads. They're toward the front of a crowd stretching three-quarters of a city block. Waiting on line, they made friends with Lisa Rosenblatt, a 70-year-old from Mineola, N.Y., who I also spoke with. 'I saw Mel Robbins when she had her CBS TV show about eight years ago. You felt like you were in her living room,' Rosenblatt said of Robbins's appeal. 'I read all her books, listen to the podcast daily and I feel like she's my friend.' She then pulled out her copy of The Let Them Theory with over a dozen Post-it flags hanging out from the pages she's marked up. Kayla, a 24-year-old from Lehigh Valley, Pa., also feels that personal connection to Robbins. 'Mel has gotten me through a lot of hard days,' Kayla admits. 'She's really helped me value myself as a person more.' Her 23-year-old Long Island bestie Hannah agrees: 'She puts everything into perspective.' Like Karen and Kaitlin, the mother-daughter duo, they also share episodes back and forth. 'Mel Robbins is our love language,' said Hannah. Another group of friends in their 60s hop into the back of the line at its longest. Their excitement to keep up with it as people start entering the venue means we're walking and talking. 'There's a lot of talking heads but when Mel speaks, it's plainspoken and I find it accessible and her delivery just makes sense. The 'let them' theory sounds so simple and yet, in our age group, damn we should have thought about this 30 years ago,' one of them said to me. Another agrees that Robbins makes a listener 'feel very comfortable,' although she's only been looped into the podcaster's content by the friend beside her. 'She's bringing me to Mel Robbins because she thinks I need a lot of help.' The 'let them' theory is what inspired many members of the sold-out crowd that night. The phrase, popularized by Robbins, is a cornerstone of the book bearing the same name, which has sold 5 million copies in just five months. The two words have become a declaration of boundary setting that reminds individuals to prioritize their own dreams, happiness and goals over those of the people around them. The theory, she wrote, 'will set you free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you.' She's written two other books — The 5 Second Rule and The High 5 Habit — which have inspired her followers to rely on a 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 countdown to make a life-altering decision or give themselves a high-five in the mirror every morning to keep themselves going. She also has The Mel Robbins Podcast, which, according to SiriusXM, has more than 188 million streams and downloads globally and sits at the top of the charts week after week. I am not one of Robbins's rabid fans. I've come across her videos on TikTok but have only listened to her as a guest on one podcast. My plan for the evening was to speak with attendees before they filed in because actually getting in the theater was out of my budget: Resale on Ticketmaster was up to $1,058, prices I've seen for the likes of Taylor Swift's Eras tour and Beyoncé's current Cowboy Carter tour. But that all changed when I met Peggy Carroll, a 63-year-old from North Carolina. She approached me and asked if I needed a ticket, explaining that she had an extra she was trying to give away. 'I paid over $400 for it and it'd be a shame to go to waste,' she said. Carroll flew into New York that day and was leaving the next morning. 'This was the closest show,' she said of Robbins's tour, which also appeared in Boston, Chicago and Toronto. 'My son was coming with me but then he couldn't because of work stuff,' so she ended up making the trip alone. But, she wasn't really alone because she found me. 'You were supposed to be here with me,' she said, like it was meant to be. As we entered the venue, we were handed bright green tote bags with Robbins's tour logo on them and a book inside. I urged Carroll to take mine to bring back to her 31-year-old son who was 'bummed' to miss the event. 'No, no. You're going to need it,' she instructed. I looked in and saw a notebook that I thought I'd use only for my reporting notes once we were in our fifth-row seats. Carroll paid $499 per ticket on the day they were released but would have paid almost anything. She's disappointed to have skipped out on buying merchandise on site — like $45 T-shirts and $100 sweatshirts — because the line was wrapped around the entirety of the theater's main floor. As I headed into the women's bathroom, I saw that another attendee had already changed into her 'Let Them' shirt. Carroll would order something online later. We spent nearly an hour chatting in our seats before the show began (Robbins appeared at 8 p.m.). Carroll told me about converting her family and friends into fans of Robbins and showed me her Instagram explore page, which exclusively suggested Robbins's content to her. She shared photos of her daughter's wedding one year ago and her granddaughter's second birthday party happening that same day. She asked me about my life, my career and my relationship, exuding joy over it all as if she were an aunt relishing in my success and happiness. The energy in the room around us began to swell as the 2,894 seats of the venue filled up, and only intensified as an opening video played. I was ready to experience the magic of Mel Robbins — or so I thought. Nothing could have prepared me for the screams of thousands of women, from 20-somethings to 70-somethings, who were all up on their feet for Robbins's entrance, which included bright lights, loud music and lots of jumping from Robbins onstage. Over the next hour and 50-something minutes, she was meant to change my life. Robbins put on one hell of a show. She started by telling the crowd a bit about her upbringing, her marriage and starting a family — all context that was necessary for me but seemed to be known by most others. She shared her rock-bottom moments and how they became the spark for the practices that have ultimately made her famous — the 5 Second Rule and, of course, the 'let them' theory — sprinkling humor and humility throughout. Her 26-year-old daughter Sawyer was brought onstage to discuss her own journey to becoming her mother's coauthor for the latest and most notable book. They reenacted the ways that the 'let them' theory changed their relationship in an effort to assure that it works in practice. Her other daughter, Kendall, popped in toward the end to share her own experience with imposter syndrome and comparison, before singing an original song (a performance I wasn't expecting but loved). The grand finale was something out of America's Got Talent, mimicking the golden buzzer with a great splash of gold confetti as Robbins delivered her final line. 'I believe in your ability to create a better life. Now, go do it!' Before the confetti settled onto the ground, a line of VIP ticket holders appeared in the aisle beside us, waiting for their chance to take a photo with Robbins. Carroll joked that she was sorry she didn't pay for the VIP perks and I wouldn't have the chance to meet Robbins that evening. But truthfully, I didn't care too much about that — I felt like I had already met the people that impacted me most that night. The women I met in line who welcomed an outsider with open arms, the best friends sitting beside me tearing up and supporting one another through the show, the person who threw up their hand to show off a 'Let Them' tattoo, and the husband who sat with his wife just in front of me watching her experience what was sure to be her bucket list moment. And, of course, Carroll. We walked out onto the Upper West Side streets together with our green tote bags in hand — mine carrying a notebook that had just two pages filled, one with notes for this story and another with thoughts inspired by Robbins's presentation — discussing the magic of the show for just a moment before reflecting on the real magic of the night, which was encountering each other. 'Kerry, it was GREAT to meet you and I know it was meant to be! THANK YOU for joining me and for making the night even more special!' Carroll texted me later that evening. 'A gift to have met you tonight!! And remember..... 'Let Them.'' Days later and I have yet to tune in to Robbins's podcast, I haven't run to purchase her book (although I'm interested in reading it) and I don't think I've even shared much of the show with friends. What I have talked about is the woman who approached me, took me under her wing and shared something so personal to her with a complete stranger. And maybe that was the whole point of the evening — to let things unfold, let people surprise me and maybe even let them change me too. I wasn't going to pay over $1,000 for the ticket myself, but my 'let them' experience was unexpectedly priceless.
New York Post
16-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
This single gym move can tell you so much about your health, including your bones — you don't need any equipment
Drop and give me … 11? A now-viral clip from The Mel Robbins Podcast recently sparked a sweaty social media challenge after orthopedic surgeon and longevity guru Dr. Vonda Wright declared that every woman should be able to crank out 11 full push-ups — chest to floor, no knees allowed. The challenge quickly took off on social media, with thousands of women posting their attempts. Some nailed all 11, while others — including Robbins herself — didn't make it past a few reps. 4 Mel Robbins, right, is a best-selling author and motivational speaker. YouTube/Mel Robbins They're in good company. A nationwide poll found that more than half of US adults can't do 10 push-ups in a row, and over a third struggle to get through five without stopping. The Post spoke to Dr. Michael Swartzon, a sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, who broke down what push-up strength reveals about your health, whether 11 really is the magic number and how to nail the perfect form. The perks of a push-up Push-ups aren't just an upper-body exercise — they work the chest, shoulders, triceps, core and even legs, making them a powerhouse full-body move. 'Push-ups are an important exercise for both men and women,' Swartzon said. 'Engaging in functional fitness can enhance posture, reduce the risk of injury, improve bone density and boost cardiovascular health.' 4 Push-ups are an efficient and effective exercise for both men and women. Flamingo Images – For women, Swartzon said push-ups are especially important for building muscular endurance, protecting joints and strengthening bones — all crucial for staying mobile and independent with age. They also help ward off osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle, raising the risk of fractures. Older women are especially vulnerable, making push-ups even more essential. How do push-ups reflect your fitness? 'They serve as a fitness indicator for everyone,' Swartzon said. 'Push-up performance is an indicator of upper body strength, core stability, endurance, and shoulder girdle integrity.' Because they're a weight-bearing move done in a closed kinetic chain — where hands stay planted on the ground between reps — they also reveal a lot about your overall bone and joint health, he explained. Should all women be able to do 11 push-ups? 'Completing 11 proper push-ups can reflect a foundation of upper body strength, core stability and neuromuscular coordination,' Swartzon said. 4 Your push-up goals should change with age. NDABCREATIVITY – But hitting that benchmark isn't the end-all, be-all. 'The number of push-ups is less important than setting a meaningful goal,' Swartzon said. 'The focus should be on self-improvement rather than 11 push-ups performed.' A smarter approach, he said, is to tailor your push-up goals to your age, sex and fitness level. 'Push-up performance naturally varies with age in both women and men,' Swartzon said. 'Both muscle mass and bone density decline as we age, so what's 'good' for a 20-30-year-old may not be realistic or necessary for someone in their 60s.' He pointed to benchmarks from groups like the American College of Sports Medicine, which set age-based targets — including a range of 3 to 24 push-ups for women in their 30s. How to do a push-up 'Proper form is essential for maximizing benefits and preventing injury,' Swartzon said. 4 Push-ups can help people stay strong, mobile and independent with age. Nestor – Start in a plank position, keeping a straight line from your head to heels, with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and palms flat on the floor. Engage your core and glutes, then lower your chest until it's just above the floor, keeping your elbows at a 45-degree angle. Push back up by extending your elbows, activating your chest, triceps, and shoulders. And don't forget: 'Quality is much more important than quantity,' Swartzon stressed. He noted that common mistakes to avoid include sagging hips, flaring elbows, not going low enough, dropping your neck and rushing through the movement, he advised.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
THIS one habit is proven to slow ageing and reduce biological age, reveals doctor
Ageing brings change—some welcome, others more challenging. While many imagine retirement as a time to relax and enjoy the rewards of a life well lived, the reality can include physical, mental, and emotional hurdles. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With ageing comes problems that range from physical, mental, to emotional. The more a person ages the weaker their body becomes and mostly the solutions to this process are advertised as a healthy diet and physical activity. Now, Dr Eric Topol , cardiologist and longevity researcher, who appeared on The Mel Robbins Podcast has revealed one habit that can play a vital role in the ageing process. According to Topol, exercise is the ultimate solution that helps to slow down ageing at a cellular level. While exercise is a popular answer, its vast benefits may surprise you. Exercise can help reduce the biological age Image credits: Getty Images The body has two kinds of age- chronological and biological. While chronological is the time you have spent being alive, biological is the age of your body which is based on a physical and cellular level and can be different from chronological. Usually, a lower biological age is symbolic of better health. And, according to Dr Eric, an epigenetic clock can predict your biological age. If your chronological age is 70 and your epigenetic age is 60, "you've hit the jackpot", said the doctor. "Exercise is the only thing we know that lowers our biological age" claimed the doctor. As a cardiologist, he has been prescribing aerobic exercises like walks or treadmill, bicycle, elliptical, thirty minutes a day, five days a week. But he also shared that there is striking data that proves resistance training to be effective as well. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to a published in the National Library of Medicine, regular exercises such as low intensity walking and resistance training can reduce the risk of major diseases including major cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Another stated how exercising has a positive impact not only on physical functioning but also on brain centers and the executive control they exercise. The ideal amount of exercise Image credits: Getty Images As per Dr Eric, 30 minutes of exercise 5 times a week, ideally every day is the minimum physical effort you must put in for your body. Additionally, not just aerobic exercises but make use of equipment like bands to increase resistance. Focus on aspects such as strength, balance, and posture. When you include it in your routine, you'll begin to notice "Wow! I am fit" said the doctor.
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Doctor reveals ‘1 thing that's proven to slow ageing' and reduces your biological age
Ageing gracefully is a blessing. There's no dearth of products in the market that promise to help you age like fine wine, from superfoods and trending biohacks to the latest anti-ageing skincare and collagen powders. But what if the real secret to slowing down ageing isn't hidden in bottles or fancy treatments? In reality, it's something obvious that some tend to overlook and neglect occasionally. It's something that should otherwise also be an indispensable part of your daily routine. On The Mel Robbins Podcast on May 1, cardiologist and longevity researcher Dr Eric Topol explained how exercise plays a crucial role in your ageing process. Exercising is the ultimate solution that helps to slow down the ageing at a cellular level, according to him. Exercising may seem like an obvious answer, but the benefits extend far beyond the obvious and may even surprise you. A post shared by Mel Robbins (@melrobbins) Your body has two different ages. The first is chronological age, which is how old you are, calculated from your birth year. The second is biological age, which reflects how old your body is, based on your physical and cellular health. If your biological age is lower than your actual age, it means your body functions like someone younger, signalling a slower ageing process. Dr Eric explained how exercise helps in reducing biological age. He said, 'With the science of ageing, especially tools like the epigenetic clock, we can actually predict your biological age, not just your chronological one. So, you could be 70, but if your biological age is 60, wow, you've hit the jackpot." According to him, exercise is one of the only effective ways to reliably lower biological age. The gap between your real age and body age is a positive indicator, implying that your body's functions are younger than your actual age. He revealed, 'It's not just about aerobic exercise anymore. As a cardiologist, I've always said: get on the treadmill, take walks, cycle, elliptical, 30 minutes a day, five days a week. But I didn't realise how powerful the data on resistance training really long as you're getting at least 30 minutes of constant movement that raises your heart rate, five times a week, you're on the right track. Ideally, every day if possible. And don't skip strength training—use bands, do bodyweight moves, work on balance and posture. These are free tools that can slow body-wide ageing. I tell my patients, figure out what time of day works for you and just make it happen.' ALSO READ: No time to workout? Doctor shares simple weekly routine for women with just 2 exercises Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
No time to workout? Doctor shares simple weekly routine for women with just 2 exercises
Staying active and building strength are among the top goals of a workout routine. But these simple goals become more complex with new workout and fitness trends constantly surfacing on social media, each claiming to be a game-changer, coupled with hundreds of takes on them. Moreover, the challenge of making time amid a hectic work life and squeezing in clashing gym timings can make your fitness journey even more overwhelming. It's time to declutter and simplify your routine and understand the very basics you need so you can stay active. On The Mel Robbins Podcast, Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Vonda Wright shared workout regime that include two exercises, keeping it simple and effective. So on those weeks when your schedule is tight, you can still make room for the basics. A post shared by Deborah B. Riczo (@riczohealtheducation) Walking is the perfect baseline activity that keeps you moving, preventing a sedentary lifestyle. It's low-impact, requires only a bit of your time. Especially on those days when your schedule is extra crammed, walking also allows you to multitask too, catching up on your calls, audiobooks, planning for the next day or simply to give your mind a break after a long day. Dr Vonda Wright said, 'On a weekly basis, we need to be spending at least three hours a week walking, broken up into 45-minute sessions so put on your favourite podcast, go learn all week. Go for a walk at least four times a week at a brisk pace. Not so pace that you are out of breath and not so slow that you can solve world peace in your conversation.' Lifting is crucial for building strength, and staying active is also about your body's resilience. Even during busy weeks, you can set aside a few days for short lifting sessions that gradually build your endurance and power. The doctor also explained how one can slowly start lifting at any age. Dr Wright explained, 'Minimum of twice a week, we must learn to lift heavy. And heavy means what you can lift four to six times, to keep it simple. We don't want to lift to fatigue. Listen, we don't get there overnight, if we are just starting with body weight, it may take you six months, maybe nine to learn the technique to work up but it is so worth it.I have plenty of examples of women starting in their sixties. There's no age limit on this.' She further shared the importance of lifting in terms of endurance and strength, using examples from her own class where some of her students began with 51% body fat and were unable to walk a track or hold a plank. But within just two weight-training sessions a week over three months, they were running 3.2 miles and holding two-minute planks. ALSO READ: Only lifting for strength training? Check these 4 exercises without weights Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
