Listen "Empowered by Vulnerability: Ate Ce's Journey to Fitness and Self-Care"
Episode Synopsis
Summary:In this heartfelt episode of Level Up with Jevi, Jevi is joined by Ate Ce, a coach, freelancer, and fitness enthusiast, as she shares her transformative journey of self-care, fitness, and finding strength in vulnerability. Despite being a person with disability (PWD), Ate Ce embraced fitness, overcame limiting beliefs, and reshaped her life with purpose. She opens up about the struggles of balancing motherhood, freelancing, and fitness, and how prioritizing her health and well-being has positively impacted her relationships and self-confidence. This episode will inspire anyone, especially moms and freelancers, to take control of their health, break free from limiting beliefs, and embrace self-care unapologetically.Highlights:🎯 Ate Ce's Life Before FitnessAte Ce shares her life before embarking on her fitness journey, explaining the challenges of balancing motherhood, freelancing, and a sedentary lifestyle. Her story of transformation began with realizing the importance of taking care of herself—not just for her own well-being but to better care for her family.💡 Overcoming the Fear of Fitness as a PWDLearn how Ate Ce, despite a traumatic accident and the resulting limitations, overcame the fear of injuring herself further and started strength training, all while receiving guidance from her supportive husband and fitness community.👨👩👧👦 The Role of Family in MotivationHear how Ate Ce’s family, especially her husband and children, have been a source of strength throughout her fitness journey. The support from her family not only fuels her physical transformation but also nurtures her emotional and mental well-being.🌟 Practical Tips for Moms and FreelancersAte Ce shares actionable tips for freelancers and moms trying to balance fitness, work, and family life. From simple daily steps to intentional planning, she shows how small habits can lead to big results.🚶♀️ The Importance of Walking and Daily MovementOne of Ate Ce’s favorite habits is walking. She discusses how incorporating daily walks, even with her kids, has been a game changer for her fitness journey and bonding with her family.🔑 Planning and Accountability for SuccessAte Ce talks about the importance of planning your day the night before and being intentional with your goals. Her method of using habit trackers, setting clear intentions, and staying accountable to herself and others helped her achieve her fitness goals despite a busy schedule.Key Takeaways:✔️ Prioritize yourself: Taking care of your health and well-being is essential, not only for you but for those you care for.✔️ Small daily actions matter: Even something as simple as walking 10,000 steps daily can significantly impact your fitness and health.✔️ Overcome limiting beliefs: Don't let past fears or disabilities hold you back. You can achieve your goals with the right support and mindset.✔️ Intentional planning is key: Plan your day ahead to ensure that both personal and professional responsibilities are balanced.✔️ Family support is vital: Surround yourself with a support system that encourages and empowers your goals.Timestamps:02:15 - Ate Ce’s transition from a sedentary lifestyle to fitness06:30 - Overcoming fear and limitations as a person with disability (PWD)12:45 - The role of her family in her fitness and freelancing journey18:00 - Practical advice for moms on how to take care of yourself without guilt25:20 - How Ate Ce incorporated daily movement (like walking) into her routine31:00 - The impact of fitness on her mental health...
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