Episode #34: Why Every Woman Should Embrace A Self-Love Mindset

For most women, everyday is a day where you are expected to be the perfect version of yourself for the people and the demands that await you whether at work, at school or in your very own home. And sure, you may look great and healthy but, are you really fit for all these responsibilities? We are expected to be the best wife, the best mother or the best nurturer in the workplace simply because we are women. But there are sacrifices to be made when we can't afford to be anything but the best – and most of the time the sacrifice entails even the most vital essentials, such as our health and well-being. The problem with aiming for the best for other people is that we forget to do the same for ourselves. You could be looking healthy and happy but do you actually feel it? Is your body OK with all the stress and pressures that come along with your daily routine? If your answer is no, then this podcast comes in time for you. I talked with Linda Morrison, trainer and Health Educator for 22 years. She is also the author of the #1 International bestseller Live, love, Exercise: The Ultimate Guide To Weight Loss For Women Over 40. With a degree in women’s studies and human movement, she is up-to-date and a registered professional on major fitness areas, including pre- and postnatal education, kettlebell training, and group exercise. Highlights of the episode: Linda’s story: From being naturally athletic and energetic to running her health into the ground to being a health inspiration and having her best body at 42Learn from your health issues: The lessons you get from your bodyEmbrace a self-love mindset and look after yourself first – NO excusesGo ahead and ask for it! Creating a cycle of love and nurturing for yourself so you can love and nurture others, tooDo all the right things and your body will do all the right things by youOverweight people are often sleep-deprived – The magic formula for weight loss and an absolute health necessitySuccess requires a plan: Why you need to keep your own health fileGive yourself permission: One way to avoid food you shouldn't haveHow choosing to choose gives you confidence and controlExercise tips for people who are just starting with their weight loss journeyWhy strength training is incredibly important and the habits you can cultivate to inspire you to get the job done