In this episode, Rossie interviews Shelly, a fellow wellness coach she met during the pandemic through a virtual mastermind group. The conversation explores transformative wellness journeys and the power of preventative health choices.

Guest Background

Shelly has been in the health and wellness industry for more than half her life, with her passion beginning as a teenager. She holds a degree in kinesiology and spent her career as a professor teaching fitness classes, health courses, and certification programs at universities and community colleges.

Transformative Moments

Shelly shares three pivotal experiences that shaped her wellness journey:

1. Pregnancy Awakening: When expecting her daughter, she became more intentional about reading product labels and was shocked to discover how many items contained artificial ingredients, colorings, and sweeteners.
2. Mother's Cancer Diagnosis: This led her to investigate toxins in household products and begin swapping cleaning products for healthier alternatives.
3. Father's Illness: Another catalyst that deepened her commitment to understanding what factors were within her control to maintain optimal health for her family.

Professional Evolution

• Former Stroller Strides franchise owner 
• Retired Professor, now Health and Wellness Advocate
• Experienced a revelation about nutrition when a seemingly "healthy" protein shake for her son contained artificial ingredients
• Discovered high-quality nutritional supplements that made her feel noticeably different within three days

Current Mission

Shelly now runs "Moms Who Flourish," a community focused on empowering mothers to prioritize their health and self-care. She hosts wellness events that bring moms together in person, featuring various speakers and vendors. Her next event is scheduled for October 4th. She also has a special focus on supporting empty nest mothers through life transitions.

Key Philosophy

Both hosts emphasize the importance of taking preventative health measures now rather than waiting until illness strikes. Shelly advocates for an "80% of the time" approach to healthy choices, allowing flexibility while maintaining consistency. She stresses the importance of grace with oneself and recognizes that healthy habits evolve over time.

Connect with Shelly

• Instagram: @wellnesswithshellyj
• Podcast: "Words of Wellness"
• Facebook for messaging

Thank you for listening! Please like, subscribe and leave a 5 star review. Share this podcast to spread wellness to your community!

Follow my website www.fitwithrossie.com
FB: FIT with Rossie
IG: @fitwithrossie