Summary

In this episode of the Healthy Metro East podcast, host Josh Nimmo speaks with Coach Alyssa Halloran-Dawson about her journey into fitness coaching, the importance of personal connections in training, and her passion for women’s health, particularly in the prenatal and postpartum stages. They discuss the challenges women face in fitness during and after pregnancy, and Alyssa shares her aspirations to create supportive programs for women in these stages. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding individual needs and building a community around fitness.

Keywords

health, fitness, coaching, women’s health, personal training, postpartum, prenatal, CrossFit, community, exercise

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:43 Alyssa’s Journey into Fitness
05:29 Transitioning to Coaching
08:01 The Evolution of Coaching
11:03 Finding Purpose in Fitness Coaching
18:26 The Shift from Graphic Design to Coaching
18:50 The Therapeutic Role of Coaching
20:25 Building Connections Beyond Fitness
22:36 The Importance of Personal Connections in Coaching
24:05 Life Happens: Adapting Fitness Goals
27:38 Passion for Women’s Health and Fitness
28:00 Understanding BirthFit and Its Importance
30:30 Navigating Postpartum Fitness Challenges
32:50 Creating a Supportive Community for New Moms
36:34 The Flaws in Traditional Prenatal Advice