44. Season 4 Kickoff & Let's Go Red for Women's Heart Health!

Welcome to Season 4 of the Healthy Living Doesn't Have to SUCK Podcast! In this special episode, host Melyssa Allen kicks off an exciting new chapter as she announces her nomination for the American Heart Association's Woman of Impact Campaign. With February being Heart Health Month and Go Red for Women Day, Melyssa shares her passion for raising awareness about women's heart health and how you can get involved in this important cause.

Discover why heart disease is the leading cause of death in women—a fact that only 44% of women are aware of—and learn how lifestyle medicine plays a crucial role in prevention and management. Melyssa opens up about her personal connection to this mission, including her own journey with high cholesterol, and explains how small, intentional changes can create a ripple effect of positive impact in your community.

Over the next nine weeks, Melyssa invites you to join her team "In Our Change Maker Era" to support women's heart health research, community CPR training initiatives, and educational programs. Whether through donations, sharing content, or simply learning about heart health, every action counts toward creating a healthier, happier world.

Episode Highlights:

• Introduction to the American Heart Association Woman of Impact Campaign and why Melyssa is honored to be a nominee
• How you can support the campaign through donations, joining the team, and engaging with heart health education content
• Eye-opening statistics about women's heart health and why awareness matters
• The importance of recognizing heart attack and stroke symptoms in women (including the B FAST acronym)
• Melyssa's personal why: managing high cholesterol and supporting others affected by heart disease
• The Change Maker Challenge and how you can earn direct impact points by watching educational videos
• Week 1 focus: Kickstarting Your Community and rallying together for women's heart health
• How lifestyle factors like stress management, nutrition, physical activity, and limiting alcohol impact heart health

Join the movement and become part of the change maker community working to empower women with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their heart health. Together, we can make healthy living not only achievable but enjoyable!

WORK WITH MELYSSA

• Join the Change Maker Collective group coaching membership to receive support, accountability, and coaching from Melyssa to achieve your lifestyle change goals!
• Check out a free 25-minute audiobook sneak peek!
• Check out Move with Melyssa - a size inclusive, virtual fitness studio!
• Grab your copy of Melyssa's book here!
• Follow us on Instagram: @melyssa_with_a_why and @healthylivingdoesnthavetosuck
• Email Melyssa at: [e-mail]
• Visit our website: https://www.healthylivingdoesnthavetosuck.com/