Moving for Mental Health, Longevity and Complete Wellness with Rossie Ballard

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when we treat our health as non-negotiable? This question lies at the heart of the most recent Words of Wellness conversation with Rossie Ballard, holistic health coach and owner of a fitness studio, who believes firmly that "your health is your wealth, and if you're not okay, nothing's going to be okay."Rossie's journey began unexpectedly at 14 when she was thrust into teaching a fitness class after the instructor didn't show up. Despite her shyness, something clicked—she found her confidence and passion. Fast forward to the pandemic, where she started television fitness segments using household items like water bottles and toilet paper rolls to help people move during lockdown. She's continued these segments for years, expanding them to address all dimensions of wellness.Sharing holistic wellness practices the conversation explores how walking serves as moving meditation, how nature acts as therapy, and why having gratitude practices grounds us amid life's chaos. Rossie shares insights from completing the 75 Hard challenge twice, emphasizing that consistency—not perfection—ultimately transforms our health.The conversation takes a powerful turn when Rossie discusses longevity. Working with seniors, including a 103-year-old client, she witnesses firsthand how strength training dramatically impacts quality of life. After age 35, we lose 3-5 pounds of muscle per decade unless we actively preserve it. This muscle loss leads to falls—the leading cause of injury-related deaths among older adults. The message becomes clear: the work we do today shapes not just tomorrow, but our decades ahead.Whether you're just beginning your wellness journey or looking to deepen existing practices, this episode offers practical wisdom for creating sustainable habits that support both physical vitality and mental wellbeing. What small step will you take today that your future self will thank you for?CONNECT WITH ROSSIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitwithrossieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RossieBallardCONNECT WITH SHELLY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithshellyj https://www.instagram.com/momswhoflourishFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShellyJefferis A few of Shelly's favorite clean products:High quality, clean nutrition and beauty products: https://shellyjefferis.isagenixClean-crafted wine, free from chemicals & pesticides:https://scoutandcellar.com/?u=healthyhappyhoursJuJu Non-toxic candles & air fresheners:https://goodjujucandles.com/?ref=mrtgnyghCoupon code for 10% off: ShellyJefferisThank you for listening to the Words of Wellness podcast with Shelly Jefferis. I am honored and so grateful to have you here and it would mean the world to me if you could take a minute to follow, leave a 5-star review and share  the podcast with anyone you love and anyone you feel could benefit from the message.Thank you and God Bless! And remember to do something for yourself, for your wellness on this day! In Health, Shelly