In this episode of the Wisdom & Wanderlust Podcast, Michael and Robyn talk with Becki Rupp, a travel coach, personal trainer and a health coach. Becki left her job in corporate America to start Trailblazer Wellness with the goal of helping people get physically fit and the strength and stamina they need to enjoy their travel experiences.

Becki talks about her work as a health coach and why this line of work is so near and dear to her heart. She also discusses some of the challenges and obstacles people often face in their wellness journeys and how to overcome those. Listen as she share some of her best practices for preparing for and getting the most out of your travel experiences

"It’s really important to identify why this is important to you on a really deeper level. That is what will keep you motivated in the long term." - Becki Rupp [13:15]

What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro
• [02:01] What Becki’s life looks like in Colorado these days
• [06:03] What is a health coach
• [09:39] The differences between fitness and health
• [12:48] Finding and understanding the deeper why
• [19:46] Most common obstacles and challenges with those working on a health and fitness goal
• [25:46] Starting small with a health and fitness journey
• [30:55] Why Becki focuses her health coaching on travelers
• [33:16] Where her sense of wanderlust stems from
• [35:01] Eight colors of fitness
• [42:44] Becki’s key fitness practices
• [46:45] Other things she does for a more balance and mindful life
• [49:49] Rapid fire questions
• [54:50] Where to contact Becki
• [56:46] Outro

Resources:

• Trailblazer Wellness
• Becki Rupp’s blog
• Trailblazer Wellness on Facebook
• Email Becki Rupp
• The Monarch Crest Crank
• This Book Will Make You Dangerous: The Irreverent Guide For Men Who Refuse to Settle by Tripp Lanier
• The 8 Colors of Fitness by Suzanne Brue
• The CliftonStrengths’ StrengthsFinder
• The Values in Action (VIA Survey of Character Strengths
• Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss