From Crippling Back Injury to Breakthrough: My Story
“The win is in showing up. It’s not about how much you do; it’s the fact that you did it.” – Sherry Shaban
In this episode of the podcast, I share with you how to make the biggest shift in your health journey. 30 years ago, after getting hit by a car and two back surgeries later, doctors told me that I would never be able to do any sports again. Pregnancy would be a challenge. And that I’d have to resort to gentle walking only on a treadmill.
In today’s episode, I get vulnerable and share how redefining my athletic identity channelled the determination to heal my body and then onto empowering others. I teach you my philosophy around making steady habit changes that lead to long-term health improvements — a perspective that has influenced countless individuals worldwide to completely transform their health and bodies.
Plus I unpack effective strategies for overcoming the most common excuse: “lack of time”.
Topics Covered:
0:06 – Overcoming Injury to Embrace Athletic Identity and Purpose
2:55 – Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Empowerment Through Mindset
6:56 – Healing Through Movement and Listening to the Body
16:02 – Reframing Priorities and Investments in Self-Care
18:25 – Prioritizing Fitness and Self-Care Amidst Life’s Challenges
21:11 – Embracing Variety in Fitness to Avoid Stagnation and Boredom
26:32 – Distinguishing Real and Fake Pain in Fitness Journeys
29:07 – Fitness App Offers Varied Workouts for Busy Lifestyles
32:24 – Achieving Long-Term Fitness Through Consistency and Adaptability
Key Takeaways:
- Your identity in fitness is a direct reflection of your success. You are whatever you believe about yourself
- How shifting from “I can’t” mindset to “I don’t” mindset is the power to shifting your identity
- How Breaking down fitness goals into manageable, habit-forming steps, and prioritizing consistency over intensity is the key to lasting results
- The excuse “I don’t have time” often reflects a lack of prioritization and fear rather than actual time constraints.
- Real, lasting transformation begins when you invest in yourself, making health a priority despite life’s challenges.
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