Melanie and Michelle explore how where you live shapes your fitness journey. In this episode, they discuss access to exercise in remote areas, with Michelle sharing her firsthand experiences teaching fitness in rural Victoria and highlighting the prominent role of community sports in these regions. They discuss the unique challenges women in rural areas face when returning to physical activity after leaving team sports - balancing family duties and limited access to resources. The conversation wraps with practical strategies to boost physical activity in remote areas, emphasising community support, creative and accessible workout ideas, and the exciting potential of connecting distant towns through shared fitness activities. Whether you’re in a rural town or just curious about rural health, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration.

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Email: michelle@findyourfitt.com.au

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This episode dives into identity changes and the unique challenges women face in midlife as physical and hormonal shifts reshape how they see themselves and their roles in society. Melanie shares candid insights on menopause and declining estrogen that can temporarily affect confidence and sense of capacity, while reframing this period as a chance for personal reinvention and fresh self-definition. Listeners will come away with practical strategies for navigating midlife transitions—balancing logical thinking with emotional awareness, rediscovering passions, and building supportive networks while adapting health and wellness routines to thrive. Key topics: - Understanding identity shifts in midlife - The impact of menopause and hormonal changes - Reframing midlife as a path to reinvention - Practical strategies: balancing logic with emotional awareness - Rediscovering passions and interests - Building and leaning on supportive networks - Designing sustainable health and wellness habits.

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Melanie White chats with Amanda Kube, a former educator turned wellness coach, about the unique mental health challenges women face in regional and rural areas. This episode dives into midlife anxiety, the impact of isolation, limited access to support services, and the social pressures that can compound stress in rural and remote communities. They explore the power of self-compassion and strategies to break generational patterns of concealing health issues. Practical solutions take the spotlight, including how telehealth, professional coaching, and supportive GP care can make a difference. The conversation also highlights the need for better education and awareness around menopause and midlife transitions. A thoughtful, down-to-earth discussion for women navigating health and wellbeing in regional Australia.

Connect with Amanda: https://www.wellnesswithamanda.au