In this episode, Chris welcomes Jana’e Michelle, founder of Curvy Girl Fitness. Jana’e shares her transformative journey of losing over 100 lbs and building a supportive community for wellness. The conversation highlights the power of vulnerability, authenticity, daily recommitment to goals, and the mental and emotional benefits of exercise in achieving a balanced, fulfilling life.

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Discussion Points:

• Jana’e’s health journey: losing 100+ lbs and overcoming health challenges
• Building a community through vulnerability and authenticity
• Daily recommitment for maintaining physical and mental transformation
• The emotional and spiritual benefits of exercising
• Fitness and mental health connection
• Developing habits and routines for personal growth
• Building resilience through pushing past boundaries
• Finding motivation by understanding one's 'why'
• Jana’e's background as a chef and the influence on her journey
• Starting slow and building habits for long-term success
• Importance of working out for overall well-being
• Embracing vulnerability in sharing personal health journey
• Visualizing and feeling goals for motivation and confidence
• Overcoming fear and doubt by taking action
• Gratitude

Resources/Links:

This Curvy Girls IG

This Curvy Girls Website

Curvy Girls YouTube

This Curvy Girls Life Podcast

Jana’e Michelle’s Profile on The Standard

Chris Pallatroni’s Profile on The Standard

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The Standard IG

Chris Pallatroni LinkedIn