Improving Balance for Strength and Health: an interview with Monique de la Cour, owner of Monique de la Cour Health and Fitness

Monique de la Cour has been a personal trainer and health coach for the past 19+ years. Monique helps improve the balance, strength and health of women over 50 who worry about osteoporosis and are afraid of falling. She helps her clients regain confidence and energy in a safe manner so that they may continue their active lifestyle.In our discussion, Monique breaks down her process when working with clients for an assessment, particularly focusing on balance and strength. We learn about the importance to Monique of setting sub-goals and creating a program unique to each individual client that evolves as the client evolves. Monique trained with the CHEK Institute as a Certified Holistic Exercise Specialist, giving her the tools to integrate modalities into her work that highlight the crucial role of core muscles in preventing injuries along the spine. She notes how balance is related to factors like menopause, chronic diseases, medication use, and vision changes. Monique offers insight into the importance of prioritizing health and well-being as we age, and touches on the topic of body image and how it can shift with age, emphasizing the importance of being happy and healthy in one's own skin."That was really the place where I learned to take a holistic point of view of how people move and live, so you take into account not only the physicality, but also the emotions, the hormones, maybe even the spiritual side. All these processes have an effect on how you move through life." - Monique de la CourKey takeaways: - Always be learning. Since graduating from school, Monique worked in disparate roles in various countries, from au pair and tour guide in Paris, to assistant manager for Heineken in the Netherlands, to working for Ernst and Young and Lalique in New York, and then a small private bank in New Jersey, before becoming a certified health and wellness coach and moving to New Orleans! The through line in all these roles is her love of learning - about new people, new products and new situations. - If you’re experiencing pain in your body, recognize that the cause may not only be physical. When Monique works with a client, she always starts by doing an assessment. She of course takes into account what is taking place physically, in terms of pain or balance issues. Just as importantly, she explores what may be going on emotionally, what is going on hormonally, and what is taking place spiritually. As she points out, all these processes affect how we move through life.- When helping others, listen for the need that lies beneath what they think they need! Monique noted that often people come to her because they would like to lose weight. However, looks are not what is going to extend their health span. The ability to have balance, to stand upright, is what is going to make a huge difference in their quality of life and their ability to remain free of injury and pain. About the guest: Growing up in the Netherlands, Monique de la Cour was an active child with endless energy.  In fact, she loved physical fitness so much that she became a personal trainer and health coach.For the past 19 years Monique has helped improve the balance, strength and health of women over 50, who worry about osteoporosis and are afraid of falling.With patience and empathy, Monique helps clients regain confidence and energy in a safe manner so that they may continue their active lifestyles.After overcoming her own health issues, Monique recently moved to New Orleans, where she indulges her love of live music and is searching for the best-tasting gumbo. Website: moniquedelacourhealthandfitness.comEmail address: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/moniquedelacourhealthandfitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquedelacourhealthandfitness/Free resource: Balance Assessment Interested in booking a free consultation? Schedule a call.Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook : Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.