What if blending physical and mental health could revolutionize your approach to wellness? In this episode of the Wellness Paradox podcast, we bring you an engaging conversation with Angela Moore, a unique professional who bridges the gap between fitness and mental health. Angela's journey from a personal trainer to a licensed counselor underscores the importance of understanding and integrating both physical and mental well-being. Discover how her dual expertise equips fitness professionals to better recognize their limits and know when to refer clients to mental health specialists.
Exercise adherence can be a monumental challenge, but it doesn't have to be. We discuss the power of morning routines and setting realistic, evidence-based goals tailored to individual lifestyles. Angela shares insights into how exercise professionals can help clients navigate the complexities of daily life, setting them up for long-term success. We also tackle the misleading expectations perpetuated by social media and emphasize the need for practical, achievable fitness goals.
Shift your focus from aesthetics to overall health with Angela’s wisdom on the mental health benefits of exercise. She opens up about her personal experiences, particularly how physical activity has aided her through grief and stress. The episode underscores the necessity of a holistic approach to health, advocating for strategic partnerships between fitness professionals and healthcare providers.
Our Guest: Angela T. Moore
With years of experience in the mental and physical health industry, Integrative Health Expert Angela T. Moore has helped countless individuals strengthen their minds and bodies through an integrative health approach, using proven therapeutic interventions, effective exercise methods, and healthy lifestyle strategies. She holds a master’s in counseling from Oakland University and a master’s in business management from Walsh College, as well as a bachelor’s in sociology from University of Virginia. She is a NASM Master Trainer with specializations in Corrective Exercise, Performance Enhancement, Fitness Nutrition, and Group Personal Training. She is also a wellness blog contributor to A Healthier Michigan.
Angela is the founder and CEO of The Body Principle which provides Integrative health presentations, workshops, mental health counseling and integrative health coaching to organizations and school systems. Angela is also the founder and CEO of Empowered By Angela, which strives to provide education, information, and resources to empower individuals to achieve mental and physical health and overall wellbeing.
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