What more could you get out of your life if you took a break from drinking? If you've been thinking about taking a break from alcohol, or you've been questioning why you drink, this one's for you. In this episode, Katie speaks with sports model, celebrity trainer and nutrition & lifestyle coach Action Alexa about how to thrive sober. They discuss: What led Alexa to quit drinking 14 years ago Warning signs you can look out for in yourself or others that you might be drinking too much The benefits to your training and recovery when you're not drinking How not drinking can support our social, emotional and financial health And the best thing to happen to Alexa since she stopped drinking Follow Alexa on Instagram at @actionalexa This is what we think you should be reading, watching & listening to this week: Katie recommends: Listen: the 'Cutting Alcohol Challenge' episode of Better For It Watch: How Alcohol Affects Your Health https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-alcohol-affects-your-health  Alexa recommends: Listen: Alexa's podcast (with co-host Jenna Louise) 'How Fitness Saved My Life' Read: The 4-Hour Body - Tim Ferris Watch: The Terminal List See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.