Made To Thrive with Anita Terlizzi

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Are you ready to unlock the secret to living a life of strength, balance and longevity? I'm Anita, also known as MissFit, and I've helped hundreds of men and women transform their lives by placing their health and wellness as a priority. Join me and I interview health experts from around the globe and dive deep into topics that help us age gracefully and stronger than ever.

  1. Balancing Act: Hormones, Health & Holistic Healing with Dr. Dan Valeria

    09/16/2025

    Balancing Act: Hormones, Health & Holistic Healing with Dr. Dan Valeria

    Discover how Anita claims to feel 30 at 55! Are you feeling “fine” but know something’s just not right? In this episode, Dr. Daniel Valeria DC, dives deep into the benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy and how it can transform your health and energy — even if you think you don’t need it. Learn how hormones like progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA protect your brain, improve sleep, and boost longevity safely and effectively. Plus, get insider knowledge on comprehensive hormone and adrenal testing that uncovers hidden imbalances, and discover why gut and liver health are key to feeling your best at any age. Whether you’re struggling with menopause symptoms or just want to optimize your wellness, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you feel vibrant and youthful again.

    35 min
  2. 55 & Fearless: What I Would Tell My Younger Self

    07/28/2025

    55 & Fearless: What I Would Tell My Younger Self

    “Wait — 55 already?” 🥳 In this solo episode, Anita gets real about crossing the mid‑fifties milestone and what the label “senior” does  (and doesn't) mean to her. She rewinds through every decade, sharing what she’d tell to her 25‑, 35‑, and 45‑year‑old selves. Then she looks ahead, setting fresh goals for strength, travel, and giving back, proving that thriving doesn’t retire with age — it evolves. Ready to redefine what your next chapter can look like? Hit play and let’s age forward, together. 🎧 Listen now & share your own “note to younger me” below! #Thrive55 #MidlifeStrength #AgePositive #55AndThriving #GoalSetting #ActiveAging #Podcast

    20 min
  3. Made to Move: Why Faith Belongs in Your Fitness Journey with Matthew Gay of FitChurch

    04/22/2025

    Made to Move: Why Faith Belongs in Your Fitness Journey with Matthew Gay of FitChurch

    In this powerful episode, Anita sits down with Matthew Gay, fitness coach and founder of FitChurch—a unique community dedicated to helping people integrate faith and fitness in a meaningful, sustainable way. Together, they explore how many people's health struggles often are not actually rooted in nutrition and exercise but in their mental and spiritual condition. Matthew shares his own journey from struggling with weight and health to leading a movement that empowers believers to see their bodies as temples, not afterthoughts. They dive into questions like: ✨ Why do so many faith-based communities overlook physical health? 🙏 How can movement become a form of worship? 💪 What does it really mean to honor your body, and its creator, through daily habits? Whether you're a Christian looking to deepen your spiritual walk, or someone of any faith (or none) curious about the connection between health, purpose, and identity, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged and challenged to move forward—literally and spiritually. You can find Matthew's ministry at fichurchunited.com Instagram: @FitChurchUnited Purchase the book, Fit Church, here!

    29 min
  4. Stop Avoiding It: Coping Skills & Mental Resilience with Gina Yanovitch

    03/11/2025

    Stop Avoiding It: Coping Skills & Mental Resilience with Gina Yanovitch

    You won't want to miss this one! Anita sits down with licensed professional counselor and author of Stop Avoiding It, Gina Yanovitch, to explore a powerful approach to emotional resilience. Blending faith-based wisdom with evidence-based techniques, Gina shares eight essential coping skills—self-awareness, forgiveness, boundaries, gratitude, radical acceptance, active listening, faith in God, and finding joy in adversity. Discover how these skills, rooted in both biblical principles and neuroscience, can help you navigate life’s challenges with strength and purpose. Tune in for an inspiring conversation! More About Gina: Gina D. Yanovitch, MS, LPC Licensed Professional Counselor As a therapist and a life coach, I help people create more meaningful lives and develop deeper connections. As a life coach, I developed Coping Skills for Life and started teaching the class live. It has been an incredible journey through Scripture, Science, and Skills to help clients with tangible life-changing skills that will ignite all their relationships. I have collected the best coping skills, discussed the neuroscience behind the skill, and then added scripture to that skill. This is a full-body class addressing body, mind, and spirit. I also own a private therapy practice in Phoenix, AZ. My extensive training in trauma and relationships has been a bedrock of my practice. I see many couples who struggle with connection and women who want to tap into something new as they age with empowerment and courage. Learning to live life on your terms and identifying what you are bringing into each moment you live allows for incredible growth and potential. CONTACT: Website: https://mindhelm.org/ Email: gina@mindhelm.org Instagram: @mind_helm

    31 min

  5. 01/07/2025

    10. Setting Goals with Grace

    Happy 2025! Today we are talking about goal-setting, both big and small. Anita shares the tips and mindset shifts necessary to achieve your goals and experience a healthier, happier you this year. For FREE access to the Thrive55+ app this month, visit app.mythrive55.com!

    14 min
  6. 9. Anita's Guilt-Free Holiday Guide

    11/19/2024

    9. Anita's Guilt-Free Holiday Guide

    The holiday season is fast-approaching and Anita has some practical tips and tricks to make this one happy and healthy! Learn how to balance a grace-filled approach to holiday food, parties and more, all while prioritizing your wellbeing. This is a busy season for all of us! Did you know that you can build muscle, reverse joint-pain and slow down the aging process in as little as 15 minutes a day? Give Thrive55+ a try with our free trial and see why hundreds of men and women love Anita's approach to wellness. Visit www.mythrive55.com/freetrial

    11 min
  7. 8. Care for the Care-Giver: Life with Aging Parents

    11/04/2024

    8. Care for the Care-Giver: Life with Aging Parents

    Join Anita Terlizzi and her sister, Andrea Beth Morgan, as they have a candid conversation about the realities of dementia and caring for their mother full-time. They reflect on the pain and joys of this season of life, and give thoughtful advice to those going through similar circumstances. They also discuss the importance of self-care for those who play the role of "care-giver." We hope you are touched by this special episode of Made to Thrive, and that you are reminded why it is so important to "fight for it!" For our health, longevity and independence.

    43 min
  8. 7. More Than Diet & Exercise: The 5 Pillars of Wellness

    10/30/2024

    7. More Than Diet & Exercise: The 5 Pillars of Wellness

    We just wrapped up the Daniel Plan- a 6 week course taught by Anita Terlizzi. In today's episode, Anita gives an overview of the health and wellness lifestyle she has been teaching. It's about more than just diet and exercise! Learn about achieving whole body wellness through faith, food, fitness, focus and friendships. To experience full mind and body transformation, we recommend taking the full course, which we hold twice a year (spring and fall) in person and on Zoom. Thrive55 members have full access to watching this semester's class recordings on the Thrive55+ app and may attend any future classes included in their membership!

    25 min
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Are you ready to unlock the secret to living a life of strength, balance and longevity? I'm Anita, also known as MissFit, and I've helped hundreds of men and women transform their lives by placing their health and wellness as a priority. Join me and I interview health experts from around the globe and dive deep into topics that help us age gracefully and stronger than ever.

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