Embrace the Suck: Lisa Kowalski

Welcome back to the Happy Healthy Hustle Podcast

This week’s topic is: Embrace the Suck

In this powerful podcast episode of Happy Healthy Hustle, host Christiane interviews Lisa Kowalski, a personal trainer and head coach at Orange Theory. Lisa shares her inspiring story of overcoming tragedy, finding her superpower, and embracing the suck. Discover how she turned her pain into motivation and became an influential fitness instructor, empowering others to make positive changes. Don’t miss this uplifting episode that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace life’s challenges.

Guest Bio: Lisa Kowalski

Lisa Kowalski is a personal trainer and the head coach at an Orange Theory in San Luis Obispo. Her passion for fitness began after experiencing a season-ending injury while playing semi-pro soccer. During her rehabilitation, she noticed a lack of guidance for individuals transitioning out of physical therapy, which motivated her to specialize in personal training. Alongside her career, Lisa also dedicated many years to coaching women’s university soccer. After settling down in San Luis Obispo, she got married and had a son.

However, tragedy struck, and Lisa became a single mom and widow. Despite the challenges she has faced, Lisa remains committed to providing guidance and support to her clients and continues to contribute to the fitness industry. Check out her Instagram and the Instagram from Orange Theory in San Luis Obispo!

Here are the three main takeaways from this episode:

1. Embrace being a beginner:

Lisa emphasizes the importance of not expecting perfection when starting something new. Lisa encourages listeners to embrace the learning process, to learn from mistakes, and to use them as motivation to improve. She believes that being a beginner is ok and that it’s important to approach new challenges with an open mind.

2. Surround yourself with supportive people:

Lisa highlights the value of surrounding oneself with uplifting and supportive individuals. Lisa stresses the importance of seeking out strong women and supportive friends who can provide encouragement and guidance during difficult times. Having a support system can make a significant difference in overcoming challenges and achieving personal growth.

3. Take small steps towards big changes:

Lisa advocates for taking small steps and making incremental changes to bring about significant transformations. Lisa believes that even small daily efforts can lead to substantial progress over time. By focusing on making progress rather than seeking perfection, listeners can create positive changes in their lives and empower themselves to move forward.

Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode that explores the intersection of health, happiness, and productivity, be sure to check out the full episode on the Happy Healthy Hustle podcast.

Conclusion

 Lisa Kowalski’s story of resilience and personal growth is truly inspiring. Through embracing the suck and facing adversity head-on, she has not only rebuilt her life but also found a new purpose in helping others through fitness and personal development. Her journey reminds us to take small steps, appreciate life’s challenges, and surround ourselves with supportive people. Remember, it’s okay to be a beginner and to make mistakes along the way. Let Lisa’s story be a shining example of how we can overcome the toughest of times and find strength within ourselves.

Keep hustling, stay happy, and embrace the suck. Until then, see you on social media @hello.happy.nest sending you so much love, so much light. 

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