In this inspiring episode of Simply Satisfied, we welcome Esther Avant—certified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, and health coach with over 20 years of experience in the wellness industry. Esther shares empowering insights on how much control we truly have over our health through sustainable lifestyle choices, including regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, and staying on top of medical care.
Throughout the episode, we dive into powerful strategies for breaking free from the all-or-nothing mindset, creating realistic wellness goals, and maintaining consistency without burnout. Esther introduces her Big Rocks concept—a simple but transformative framework for prioritizing the habits that matter most when it comes to long-term physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
If you’re tired of quick fixes and want a proven, realistic path to feeling better and living healthier, this episode is a must-listen. Esther also shares practical tools to help you build sustainable habits, improve your mindset, and navigate life’s challenges while still prioritizing your health.
Esther is also the author of the book To Your Health, where she expands on many of the ideas discussed in this episode. You can learn more about her work by visiting her website and following her on social media (links below).
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00:00 – Introduction to Health Control
00:30 – Meet Esther Avant
02:07 – The Importance of Medical Appointments
05:07 – Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mentality
07:39 – Building Sustainable Health Habits
22:39 – Small Changes for Big Impact
31:14 – Introduction to the Big Rocks Concept
31:41 – Key Components of Fitness and Health
32:49 – Exercise and Recovery Essentials
34:29 – Nutritional Priorities
36:41 – Integrating Lifestyle Big Rocks
42:17 – Balancing Health with Work and Family
51:52 – Mental and Emotional Health
57:27 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways
