In today’s episode, Heather Adams, Strength and Nutrition coach and mom of 6, joins us to share her own fitness journey, from a shy, timid kid who was afraid to try anything new… to playing tackle football and qualifying to run the Boston Marathon and becoming a personal trainer and dedicated coach who is helping women achieve “peaceful striving” in their health, nutrition, and fitness goals.

We chat all about the importance of approaching life with curiosity and kindness instead of frustration and anger. Heather shares powerful insights on the importance of understanding the "why" behind actions, the challenges of breaking old habits, how “constructive discomfort" can lead to significant personal growth, and the persistence in making small, consistent changes can help snowball into huge lifestyle shifts.

"I got brave. That's where all of the magic happens.”

- Heather Adams

“Embrace the power of maybe—maybe this could work, maybe this could be great. You can always make a choice and then make another choice.”

- Heather Adams

This week on Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck:

• The impact of her older brother’s wrestling and dieting on Heather’s early views of fitness
• Heather’s journey from being a timid, reclusive child to discovering her athletic side
• How little moments of bravery can help you achieve great things
• The concept of “peaceful striving” and its importance in fitness and personal growth
• The role of curiosity and kindness in personal growth and evolving identities
• The importance of understanding the "why" behind actions and patterns to foster long-term change

Connect with Heather Adams:

• Heather Adams on Instagram
• Training Age Podcast with Val Lusvardi and Heather Adams
• Iris on Training Age Podcast: Telling a New Story

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