About the Guest:
Marissa Salemi is the postpartum coach for E2M and a full-time occupational therapist. With over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, Marissa holds a Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Specialty Certification alongside a Personal Training Certification. As a mother of three, she brings personal experience and professional expertise to her coaching, helping new and seasoned moms regain and maintain their health and fitness post-partum.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Bad Podcast, hosts Dawain and Brad are joined by Marissa Salemi, the dedicated postpartum coach for E2M. They delve deep into the significance of fitness, time management, and women’s postpartum challenges. Marissa shares her journey from struggling with postpartum fitness to becoming a proficient coach, helping thousands of women recover and strengthen their bodies after childbirth.
Marissa highlights essential strategies for postpartum care, emphasizing the need for core strengthening exercises and the benefits of a supportive community. Keywords like “post-partum fitness,” “core strengthening,” and “time management for moms” guide the discussion. Understand how Marissa overcame her postpartum struggles and why leadership in fitness is less about the role and more about setting goals.
Key Takeaways:
Postpartum Health: The episode emphasizes the importance of post-partum care and fitness, focusing on core strengthening and rebuilding the body from the inside out.
Leadership and Goals: Effective leaders prioritize making a difference and set goals that inspire others to follow.
Time Management: Efficient use of time is crucial, especially for busy parents balancing multiple responsibilities.
Persistent Challenges: Overcoming physical and mental barriers post-partum requires determination, proper guidance, and consistent effort.
Community and Support: Engaging with a supportive community can provide the motivation and accountability necessary to achieve fitness goals.
Notable Quotes:
“Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader. They set out to make a difference. It’s never about the role, always about the goal.” – Brad
“It’s so important to be healthy for your kids. Many women lose themselves when they have children, but you really need more energy and need to be in shape more than ever.” – Marissa
“You either make it happen or you don’t. Maybe there’s a day that you absolutely can’t make it happen, but you make better meal choices.” – Marissa
“Nobody wants to get up at 4:30 AM when their whole family is asleep, but you get up and move because it’s important.” – Marissa
“I’ve learned that you can work your way back from anything. Muscles change, bodies change. You just don’t give up.” – Marissa
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Join us in this insightful conversation as we uncover the intricacies of postpartum fitness, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of health and wellness. Stay tuned for more enlightening content from the Bad Podcast!