I’m so excited to bring you today’s guest, Casey Curoe. She shares about her coaching business and the importance of exercise, especially for those of us female small business owners. We’re known for trying to do it all and can struggle to make time for ourselves.   Coming into holiday season, I know many of us have personal fitness on our list of goals. Casey is a great resource and offers some quick hitters in today’s episode. Her enthusiasm for fitness is contagious, so give it listen if that’s a habit you’d like to develop! Key Takeaways

• Casey has always been interested in health and fitness and studied kinesiology in undergrad. She coached college soccer for seven years but struggled to keep up the demanding schedule after she became a mom. 
• Casey started personal training as a side hustle but has brought it full time in the last year and a half. 
• Life is stressful enough- don’t beat yourself up with a stressful workout too! Casey recommends weight training and walking for the best full body workout. 
• Why do we struggle to exercise? Casey says women tend to always put others before themselves and struggle to find the time. That’s why she recommends adding it to the calendar and scheduling time with a personal trainer to hold you accountable.
• Ask yourself: How can I be stronger? And not: How can I lose weight?
• “We have to practice the habit to make it habitual!”
• Nutrition is much more nuanced than exercise, but Casey says one thing she can confidently say is that you probably need more protein. Women should get .7-1 grams per pound of ideal body weight. She likes Legion protein powder but admits it is one of the more expensive options on the market. For a more budget-friendly option, look for whey isolate powder.
• Why is strength training so important? It supports longevity and helps balance hormones.
• Casey offers fitness training virtually or in person from her home.

Connect with Casey Casey has a website at CaseyCuroe.com and you can follow her on Instagram at casey.curoe.