You don’t become unstoppable by waiting for the perfect time. You become unstoppable by deciding your current reality doesn’t define your limits.

In this episode, Shawna sits down with Anne Matthews—fertility-focused acupuncturist, mother of six, podcast host, and professional Hyrox athlete—for a powerful conversation on what it actually looks like to pursue high performance while balancing real life.

Anne shares how she went from feeling stuck in a rut to competing in elite fitness events around the world, all while running a busy fertility practice and raising a large family. Her story challenges the idea that you have to choose between personal ambition, motherhood, and career—and instead shows what’s possible when you expand your capacity.

This conversation weaves together mindset, women’s health, fertility, and performance, with a strong focus on breaking outdated narratives around aging and what women are capable of physically and mentally.

From setting “scary” goals to redefining identity, Anne offers a grounded but expansive perspective on how to create momentum in your life—no matter your starting point.

This episode is about resilience, self-leadership, and one core truth: your limits are often self-imposed—and they’re meant to be challenged.

How to balance motherhood, career, and high-level athletic performance without sacrificing your goals

Why setting ambitious, uncomfortable goals can create purpose and momentum

How to break free from age-related limitations and redefine what’s possible

The connection between mindset, identity, and long-term success

Insights into fertility, women’s health, and challenging fear-based narratives around age

How to stay consistent with training and performance—even without a coach

Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider.

Follow Anne’s journey and insights on performance, fertility, and women’s health.

Connect with Anne Matthews:
Instagram: @energytreeanne

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