203. Recovering from Hypothalamic Amenorrhea as a Pilates Instructor: Expert Advice and Success Stories!

In this episode of Holistic Health Radio, Sarah provides advice on how to navigate the fitness industry while recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA). She addresses a listener's question from Abby, a Pilates instructor, and advises her on how to modify her work schedule and reduce physical demonstrations, as well as tips on fuelling her body and taking breaks to rest. Sarah emphasises the importance of thinking about long-term career goals and transitioning towards them while respecting the body's needs. Sarah shares her own experience of transitioning towards a more sustainable career in the fitness industry. Listeners are encouraged to prioritise self-care and seek support on their recovery journey. ❤️ Join my newsletter list for weekly motivation and inspiration and you'll also receive a FREE copy of my eBook "Body Confidence (for life!) guide" ❤️ Ready to get your period back? Join the next round of Healing Hypothalamic Amenorrhea! This 8-week, hybrid group and 1:1 coaching program is designed to help you recover your period while improving your relationship with food, exercise and your body. Find out details and sign up here: https://sarahlizking.com/healing-ha/ ❤️ Take the next steps towards full recovery by checking out our signature coaching program, Recover and Thrive. ❤️ Work with me and my team to improve your relationship with food and exercise by heading to www.sarahlizking.com and filling out the contact form. ❤️ If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5⭐️ review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging myself @sarahlizking and I'll be sure to reshare. Here are some key moments you won't want to miss: *Recovering while working as a fitness instructor [00:01:54]* Advice on how to modify work schedule and reduce physical demonstrations while still being able to work as a Pilates instructor. *Fuelling your body while working [00:04:01]* Tips on how to eat and fuel your body while working as a Pilates instructor, including the importance of eating frequently for HA recovery and owning the fact that it's normal to eat. *Thinking about long-term career goals [00:07:53]* Encouragement to think about long-term career goals and how to transition towards them while respecting the body's needs, including considering a career trajectory that is more respectful of the body and protects longevity in the career. *Recovering in the Fitness Industry [00:08:54]* Sarah Liz King shares her experience of recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) while working in the fitness industry, and gives advice on how to modify work schedule and reduce physical demonstrations. *Tips for Fuelling Your Body [no timestamp given]* Sarah Liz King provides tips on how to fuel your body while recovering from HA and working in the fitness industry. *Long-Term Career Goals [no timestamp given]* Sarah Liz King encourages Abby to think about her long-term career goals and how to transition towards them while respecting her body's needs.