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In this episode of the Big Deal Podcast, Codie interviews Senada Greca, a renowned fitness trainer known for her work with celebrities like Kim Kardashian. They discuss Senada's journey from growing up in communist Albania to becoming a successful entrepreneur and fitness expert. The conversation delves into the importance of the mind-muscle connection, the significance of strength training for women, and the launch of Senada's app, We Rise, which aims to empower women through fitness and holistic health. Senada shares her insights on nutrition, debunks myths about women and weightlifting, and emphasizes the mental health benefits of physical activity. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the importance of resilience in the face of negativity, the significance of holistic health practices beyond traditional workouts, and the challenges of perfectionism in both personal and professional life. They emphasize the foundational role of nutrition in fitness, the need to navigate health trends critically, and the importance of sleep and mental well-being. The discussion also touches on the growth of businesses, the necessity of authenticity in social media, and the journey towards self-love and acceptance.

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Chapters

(01:18) How to get a ‘Senada butt’

(05:28) Moving meditation

(06:37) Senada’s fitness journey

(07:46) Growing up in Albanian Communism 

(12:16) Success beyond aesthetics

(15:18) Senada’s WeRise App success

(19:18) Optimal breakfast breakdown

(20:11) Is creatine worthwhile?

(21:07) Women’s muscle-gain concerns answered

(23:30) Defining ‘heavy’ Lifting 

(24:06) The Correct Way To Workout

(26:33) Training Kim Kardashian & other celebrity Clientele 

(28:08) Senada’s mental health journey

(32:57) Women & antidepressants epidemic 

(34:50) Day in the life of Senada

(36:39) Why start Zentoa fitness apparel?

(39:42) How many workouts per day?

(40:58) Social Media and Body-confidence 

(44:31) Senada’s Wellness Protocols 

(47:29) Other Ambitions & Nerves 

(48:41) Bypassing Inner Dialogue

(51:17) Nutrition: Diet Importance 

(53:18) Alcohol replacements 

(1:00:03) Worst to best: Alcohol, Seed Oils, Sleep, Workouts, Diet

(1:04:25) Business & Social Media Growth 

(1:12:24) Senada’s must-have Home Gym Equipment 

(1:15:17) This or That: Fitness Activities 

(1:18:37) Senada’s Key Life Advice

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