Christine Capella, a wellness and confidence coach who was literally saved by fitness after she survived an assault that left her with multiple injuries, is on the podcast today to talk about how she practices self-love.

In this episode, we talk about…

• Why mental health matters to Christine and how we all need good mental health in order to function.
• The injuries Christine was left with after being assaulted by a stranger and the many surgeries and physical therapy she had to face for years afterward.
• How fitness has always been Christine’s coping strategy for her mental health and how she turned to it during her recovery.
• How Christine works to help others build their own confidence with fitness.
• Why there’s no such thing as a bad workout.
• The importance of baby steps and a commitment to consistency.
• Christine’s advice for those struggling with depression which include fitness and rituals like positive affirmations, practicing gratitude, and listening to music.
• How to keep a gratitude jar.
• The best thing that has happened for Christine since she started her journey of self love

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Christine Capella is an online Confidence and Wellness Coach and second grade teacher in the Bronx. 6 years ago she was assaulted and had to undergo multiple surgeries, 2 facial reconstructive surgeries and 2 spine surgeries. Fitness and the principles of fitness saved her. This built her confidence and mental toughness to overcome all obstacles in her life. Her mantra: “I might have injuries but I’m still getting it done.”

Instagram handle @christinecapella - https://www.instagram.com/christinecapella/ 

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