Turning Stress Into Fuel: Tools to Beat Burnout & Boost High Performance

Send us Fan MailIn episode #180 we we dive into the science of stress, burnout, and nervous system regulation with Rita Ainsworth, a trauma-informed resilience coach. Rita shares practical tools and insights on how understanding and working with your nervous system can transform stress into fuel for long-term success, especially for high achievers juggling demanding careers and athletic pursuits.In this episode:The impact of cumulative stress and burnout, and recognizing the symptomsKey nervous system states and how they influence energy and performancePractical tools for regulating the nervous systemRita Ainsworth is a trauma-informed human potential and resilience coach who helps high performers understand and work with their nervous system for better energy, clarity, and long-term performance. With a background in pharmacy, nervous system regulation, somatic and "parts" work, and years in high-pressure performance marketing, she bridges science and lived experience to show how stress becomes fuel, how freeze derails performance, and how self-leadership keeps high performers in their window of tolerance. Rita’s approach is grounded, practical, and deeply human, built on the belief that resilience comes from understanding your system, not fighting against it. When she’s not coaching, she loves hiking in the beautiful hills of Wales and England.Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.FREE RESOURCE:4-day meal prep guide to help streamline processes: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution/4-day-meal-prepReset Quiz - Check your nervous system state: https://www.ritaainsworthcoaching.com/nervous-system-quizFOLLOW RITA:RitaAinsworthCoaching.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ritaainsworthIG: https://www.instagram.com/ritaainsworthcoaching/MENTIONED:Fullscript (for reputable supplements that are certified safe for sport): https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannellSupplements Mentioned:MagnesiumZincSeleniumVitamin B Complex:CoQ10PQQGlutathioneMORE NRApply to work with Kyla → https://p.bttr.to/3ZrwzcFUse code NEWPOD10 for 10% off our meal plans → https://nutritional-revolution.com/products/CONNECT Instagram → www.instagram.com/nutritionalrevolutionSponsorship inquiries → [email protected] in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at [email protected] TRUSTED RESOURCES Supplements (save 20%) → https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannellFeed Club ($20 off) → https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolutionKyla's top picks → https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrevFollow us @nutritionalrevolution