30. Muscles, Mindset, and Motherhood with Shaela Daughtery, CPT

This episode of the What the Gut Podcast features a conversation with Shaela Daugherty, a certified personal trainer passionate about empowering women to achieve health and fitness regardless of life's seasons. They debunk the myth that there needs to be a 'perfect time' to focus on fitness, exploring how discipline and small starts can lead to lifelong wellness habits. The conversation highlights the mental aspect of fitness, advocating for mindset shifts towards gratitude and patience in one's health journey.  Allison and Shaela emphasize the significance of modeling a healthy lifestyle for children, demonstrating the importance of movement and breaking free from societal pressures surrounding body image.

 

02:17 Meet Shaela: A Personal Trainer's Journey from Struggle to Empowerment

11:00 The Myth of Cardio for Weight Loss: A Deep Dive with Experts

20:35 The Impact of Strength Training vs. Cardio

21:22 Personal Experiences with Fitness Programs

22:19 Understanding the Science of Strength Training

24:12 Customizing Workouts for Different Life Stages

27:50 The Power of Starting Small in Fitness

30:01 Practical Tips for Busy Individuals

34:38 Incorporating Fitness into Family Life

38:29 Introducing the Stronger Collective App

41:18 Final Thoughts on Starting Small and Gratitude

 

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Connect with Allison:

• Instagram: @allisongetswell 

Connect with Shaela:

• Instagram: @sdfitwell and @thestrongerco