Episode 48: Lisa Lewis – Resiliency Psychology

Fit n’ Chips Chats

April 10, 2019 ∙ 38 mins
Episode 47

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Lisa Lewis is a licensed psychologist with a passion for health and wellness. You should see her in the gym!! She wholeheartedly believes in the importance of maintaining a strong mind and a strong body. In addition to the clinical specialties she has, she also a background in sport and exercise psychology. During our conversation on the podcast Lisa explains the importance of building lifestyle habits. Using whatever motivations a person has as a starting point to develop healthy lifestyle habits. We talk about how you can cultivate motivation in your life and how motivation needs to align with your values and goals. Honestly this was one of my most fascinating interviews and I know you will like it too. If you are a trainer and are interested in learning more. Lisa was part of a team who created The Complete Trainer's Toolbox and is offering you 33% off the regular price. Simply use CXO2Ql at checkout. http://bit.ly/2N1pg7b Are you enjoying the podcast? Would you like a FREE copy of my 12 Week Core Program, ABS ON FIRE? All you need to do are 2 simple steps: To claim, simply leave a review on iTunes or Google Play Email me directly amanda@fitnchips.com to grab your free workout plan. . Much Love, Amanda x

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Fit n’ Chips Chats

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47

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April 10, 2019

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38 mins
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    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Mohit Khera, board-certified urologist and Professor of Urology at Baylor College of Medicine, where he holds the F. Brantley Scott Chair in Urology, to tell women the truth about testosterone — the hormone women actually make more of than estrogen, yet still […]

  • Ep. 234 – Menopause News Update with Dr. Fiona Lovely

    In this solo episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely kicks off a new season of the Not Your Mother’s Menopause Podcast with a powerful conversation about the evolving landscape of menopause care. She reflects on how the conversation has shifted from merely tolerating symptoms to embracing whole-person, life-course care that values women well beyond their reproductive years. […]

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    In this solo episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely kicks off a new season of the Not Your Mother’s Menopause Podcast with a powerful conversation about the evolving landscape of menopause care. She reflects on how the conversation has shifted from merely tolerating symptoms to embracing whole-person, life-course care that values women well beyond their reproductive years. […]

  • 97 – PMDD, ADHD & autism: addiction as a coping mechanism

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Fit n’ Chips Chats

Welcome to Fit n’ Chips Chats with me, your host Amanda Thebe A weekly show that delves deep and dirty into topics that directly impact women over 40, from peri to post menopause. Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are struggling with menopause symptoms and want to start feeling healthy + […]

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