How Fitness Can Heal and Empower with the Body Building Psychologist Dr. Efi Ep. 171

A walk on the beach turned into a journey to the stage, as Dr. Efi's encounter with fitness blossomed into a passion for competitive bodybuilding. Her story during the COVID-19 lockdown is nothing short of remarkable, highlighting her transition from casual gym-goer to a dedicated bodybuilding competitor. Dr. Efi shares her mission to help other women achieve their fitness goals and offers a mental prep checklist for aspiring competitors. Listen as she reflects on the mind-body connection, the importance of overcoming fear, and the empowerment she found in embracing her new identity. This episode is a testament to resilience, transformation, and the power of finding strength in adversity.

Meet Sarah Taylor, an unstoppable C.O.O and C.T.O of one of Melbourne’s hottest start-ups, transformational health coach, nutritional healer and international speaker.

As a formerly obese 40year old, Sarah turned her life around beating depression and a complete physical breakdown, accidentally getting into bodybuilding at age 42 and going on to become a 21-time World Champion by age 49.

Living by her motto ‘It’s never too late, start today’, Sarah is passionate about helping 40+ and busy working women transform their health and fitness and regain their energy and vitality in all aspects of their lives. She shares how nutrition can both hurt or heal in Episode 44.

Meet Janelle Gallo-Riegger, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and ISSA certified nutritionist as well as a fitness model & state, national, & world bodybuilding champion. With 23 years of experience in the fitness industry, Janelle's true passion is to help others be the best versions of themselves through fitness and health. She trains people of all levels and all ages, helping others achieve a healthy and fit lifestyle.

In this episode, Janelle recalls her career in bodybuilding while offering advice on nutrition, training, and preparation for beginning competitors. She discusses the challenges of making it in the sport, and how her fitness journey led her to become a coach.