The Leo Alves Podcast

Priscila’s Transformation: Tackling Gym Anxiety and Food Struggles (ft. Priscila Sarmento)

Episode Summary

Priscila opens up about her journey from Slimming World and restrictive dieting to sustainable progress with 1-2-1 online fitness coaching.

Episode Notes

Priscila shares her incredible journey working alongside me, overcoming gym anxiety, tackling food challenges, and learning to prioritise sustainability in her fitness and health. Discover how accountability and mindset shifts helped her make lasting progress.

 

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Timestamps:
(00:57) Priscila’s Career and Life Changes Since Lockdown
(02:23) From Marketing to Psychotherapy: Priscila’s Big Leap
(05:04) Health and Fitness Struggles Before Coaching
(06:13) Gym Anxiety and Body Dysmorphia: Priscila’s Challenges
(09:46) Lockdown Weight Gain and the Turning Point
(11:04) Reflecting on Slimming World and Lessons Learned
(17:04) Joining Kairos Online: Early Wins and Adjustments
(20:58) Scale Weight Obsession vs. True Progress Indicators
(23:42) Learning to Enjoy Fitness Without Perfection
(27:02) Push-Up Goals and Tackling Gym Workouts
(31:14) Tips for Starting Deadlifts and Building Confidence
(35:41) The Power of Accountability in Fitness Coaching
(38:12) Final Reflections: Priscila’s Advice for Others