CrossFit, coaching, personal growth, nutrition, community, trust, resilience, fitness journey, online coaching, empowerment, women empowerment, fitness, mindset coaching, body positivity, health standards, community support, weight loss, nutrition, strength training, emotional well-being

summary

In this episode of the Stronger Together podcast, hosts Kenny and Amanda discuss Amanda's journey from a nervous newcomer to a confident coach at their gym. They explore the evolution of coaching, the importance of building trust with members, and the challenges faced along the way. The conversation also highlights the launch of Flourish, an online nutrition coaching program aimed at empowering women to live their lives fully without restrictive dieting. In this conversation, Kenny discusses the empowerment of women over 35 in their fitness journeys, emphasizing the importance of mindset coaching and community support. He highlights the unique challenges women face compared to men, particularly regarding societal pressures and emotional struggles. The discussion also touches on the dangers of quick-fix diets, the evolving conversation around body positivity, and the significance of happiness in health. Kenny advocates for setting health standards rather than just goals, promoting a balanced approach to fitness and well-being.

takeaways

• Amanda's journey began with a nervous introduction to CrossFit.
• The importance of building trust with gym members.
• Coaching requires resilience and the willingness to take risks.
• The evolution of the gym's coaching approach over the years.
• Navigating challenges is essential for personal and professional growth.
• The significance of diverse coaching styles to connect with members.
• Flourish Nutrition Coaching aims to empower women beyond traditional dieting.
• Building confidence through experience is crucial for coaches.
• The role of supportive relationships in personal development.
• Embracing discomfort is part of the coaching journey. Women over 35 face unique challenges in fitness.
• Mindset coaching is crucial for long-term success.
• Community support empowers women in their journeys.
• Quick fixes can lead to unhealthy mindsets.
• Body positivity should include health and happiness.
• Standards in health are more sustainable than goals.
• Transparency in fitness journeys fosters connection.
• Happiness should be prioritized in health discussions.
• Women often feel isolated in their struggles.
• Empowerment comes from taking control of one's health.

titles

• From Nervous Newcomer to Confident Coach
• Building Trust in the Fitness Community
• The Evolution of Coaching at Our Gym
• Navigating Challenges in Coaching
• Empowering Women Through Nutrition Coaching

Sound Bites

• "This is what CrossFit does."
• "You have to take those risks."
• "It's never going to be a smooth transition."
• "You just have to keep showing up."
• "You have to earn their trust."
• "You can't avoid the suck."
• "Failure is okay and dream big."
• "You guys are just a great match."
• "Having an outlet for it is really healthy."
• "Happiness should be a part of the equation."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Journey

02:46

The Evolution of Coaching

10:52

Building Trust and Overcoming Challenges

18:31

Navigating Change and Growth

24:24

The Launch of Flourish Nutrition Coaching

26:41

Empowering Women Over 35

29:07

Mindset Coaching and Its Importance

31:30

The Unique Challenges Women Face

34:40

Building Community and Support

37:20

The Dangers of Quick Fixes

39:37

Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality

41:55

The Role of Happiness in Health

45:56

Standards vs. Goals in Health