"The win is in showing up. It's not about how much you do; it's the fact that you did it." - Sherry Shaban

In this episode of the podcast, I share with you how to make the biggest shift in your health journey.  30 years ago, after getting hit by a car and two back surgeries later, doctors told me that I would never be able to do any sports again.  Pregnancy would be a challenge.  And that I’d have to resort to gentle walking only on a treadmill.

In today’s episode, I get vulnerable and share how redefining my athletic identity channeled the determination to heal my body and then onto empowering others. I teach you my philosophy around making steady habit changes that lead to long-term health improvements — a perspective that has influenced countless individuals worldwide to completely transform their health and bodies.

Plus I unpack effective strategies for overcoming the most common excuse: "lack of time”.

Topics Covered:

0:06 - Overcoming Injury to Embrace Athletic Identity and Purpose

2:55 - Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Empowerment Through Mindset

6:56 - Healing Through Movement and Listening to the Body

16:02 - Reframing Priorities and Investments in Self-Care

18:25 - Prioritizing Fitness and Self-Care Amidst Life's Challenges

21:11 - Embracing Variety in Fitness to Avoid Stagnation and Boredom

26:32 - Distinguishing Real and Fake Pain in Fitness Journeys

29:07 - Fitness App Offers Varied Workouts for Busy Lifestyles

32:24 - Achieving Long-Term Fitness Through Consistency and Adaptability

Key Takeaways:

If you’ve been listening to this podcast, and you’re ready to take a timeout and focus on just you for a whole week, then I want to invite you to join me for the Transformation in Paradise Empyrean Retreat in Costa Rica May 24-31, 2025.  This is going to be the most transformative week of your life at the breathtaking Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. 

This will be a small group experience with exclusive access at the Blue Osa resort. 

Imagine waking to the sound of the Costa Rican rainforest musical every morning.  Start your day with a yoga practice overlooking the Pacific Ocean, joined in with howler monkeys. Daily walks on a private beach that goes on for miles. Macaws flying overhead. Spa treatment at a 5 Star resort, and the best farm-to-table food - right from the Blue Osa farm.  

This retreat is designed to reset your nervous system, so you stop the patterns of self-sabotage and overwhelm. Reignite your motivation, release any addictive habits, and open yourself to the health, relationships, and financial abundance you deserve. 

Intrigued? Curious? Let’s book a call to find out if this retreat is the right for you.  Just head on over to sherryshaban.com/retreats and you can book a time with me there. Plus if you rate and review this podcast, giving me a 5-star rating on iTunes, and then send the screenshot to [email protected], so I know who you are, you’ll receive the voucher to join as an early bird discount and get $400 off!  Remember, the group is small so spots are limited!  Let’s see if Empyrean is right for you.

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