Strength Beyond Muscles: Rachell Smith on Fitness Transformation
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Rachell Smith shares her journey from dealing with anorexia to becoming a personal trainer who helps others transform their relationship with fitness and nutrition through sustainable lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes.
• Balancing work as both a licensed vet technician and personal trainer
• Overcoming misconceptions about fitness that lead to disordered eating
• Understanding that proper nutrition requires adequate calories from proteins, carbs, and healthy fats
• Focusing on longevity rather than just aesthetic results
• Building muscle mass to prevent age-related decline and maintain quality of life
• Using holistic approaches including supplements like creatine to address health issues
• Fighting inflammation through nutrition and practices like cold plunges
• Recognizing the connection between gut health and overall wellbeing
• Creating lasting habits through consistency rather than motivation
• Surrounding yourself with supportive people who encourage healthy choices
If you're ready to start your fitness journey, reach out to Rachell Smith at RaeSmithFitness.com or find her on social media with the same name.
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Chapters
1. Episode Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Meet Rachel Smith: Vet Tech & Fitness Coach (00:01:59)
3. Overcoming Eating Disorders Through Fitness (00:05:44)
4. Why Fitness Matters for Longevity (00:14:15)
5. Holistic Approaches to Health & Wellness (00:21:30)
6. Tackling Inflammation & Gut Health (00:32:54)
7. Building Consistency & Finding Your Support System (00:46:08)
8. Show Closing & Contact Information (00:56:17)
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