023 | The Battle With Addiction Most People Never See | Sarah Carter

Sustainable Wellness | Faith & Redemption | Fitness Mindset | Personal Growth | Real Life TransformationThis episode explores the deeper layers of health, identity, and transformation through a powerful and honest conversation with Sarah Carter.We begin with her early life, from being born in Spain to growing up in an active family, and how those experiences shaped her independence and mindset. What starts as a light conversation quickly evolves into a deeper look at personality, discipline, and the way people approach growth.Sarah shares how her passion for fitness developed over time, not through trends or shortcuts, but through consistency and a desire to build a lifestyle that lasts. That foundation eventually led her to create a business centered around sustainable wellness, helping others simplify fitness and focus on what actually works.As the conversation unfolds, we dive into the realities of modern fitness culture, including misinformation, comparison, and why so many people struggle to stay consistent. From macros and metabolism to long-term habits, this episode breaks down what truly leads to lasting change.There is also a much deeper layer to this conversation.Sarah opens up about addiction, both personally and within her marriage, and the challenges that came with it. What follows is a story of struggle, faith, and transformation that reframes everything about discipline, identity, and what it really means to rebuild your life.This is not just a conversation about fitness. It is about healing, growth, and becoming the person you were meant to be.Sarah is the founder of Swellness, where she helps busy women create a sustainable, healthy lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. She is a certified health coach, personal trainer, and nutritionist, and is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle from the inside out. When she’s not working or in the gym, she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and reading mystery novels.Follow Sarah at:https://swellnessllc.com/https://www.instagram.com/swellness_llcChapters:00:00 | First Impressions, Personality, and Lighthearted Start07:18 | Born in Spain and Early Childhood Story14:09 | Middle Child Identity and Independence21:27 | Discovering Fitness and Love for Movement29:11 | Anti-Trend Mindset and Sustainable Approach36:42 | Building Swellness and Starting the Business44:03 | Group Fitness, Community, and Connection51:36 | GLP-1 Medications and Weight Loss Debate59:08 | Food Noise, Addiction, and Internal Struggles1:06:41 | Faith, Surrender, and Breaking Strongholds1:14:22 | Nutrition Education and Fixing the System1:21:47 | Macros, Metabolism, and Building Muscle