Real Wellness

Sheri Traxler
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  • Nutrition
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You want to transform your life, to take care of your body, to strengthen your mind. And you want to do it in a way that fits your real lifestyle. You need Real Wellness. I’m your host, Sheri Traxler, a Transformation Mentor, National Speaker, and Author. I’ve been a cable TV Fitness Trainer and in Ms. Fitness and Shape magazines. As a Certified Health Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, with my master’s in Health Promotion – and lessons from my own struggles, I help people just like you create a wellness lifestyle they enjoy. Each week I’ll show you the strategies and principles to make peace with food, fit fitness into your busy lifestyle, and unlock your capacity to be, do, and have all you want. Reach out with your questions and topic requests - sheri@thevireolife.com For more resources, head to my website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Jun 24

    How Leaders Can Reduce Stress and Beat Burnout This Summer

    Summer can be one of the most stressful seasons for leaders. Vacations, staffing shortages, competing priorities, and family demands can leave you feeling pulled in every direction. In this episode, you'll discover practical ways to use the summer season itself to reduce stress, build resilience, and lead with more energy. You'll learn: Why summer creates unique workplace stressHow to host meetings in summer to improve mood and creativityThe benefits of sunlight for stress and sleepWhy weekly recovery matters more than annual vacationsHow to create boundaries that protect your energyThe physical side of stress that many leaders overlook Listen now. Got questions? Reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

  2. Jun 17

    The Best Summer Foods for Energy, Focus, and Productivity

    What if the best time to transform your nutrition isn't January — it's right now? Summer quietly sets the table for healthy eating: farmers markets overflow with color, your body naturally craves lighter foods, and the season's best produce happens to be some of the most nourishing food on the planet. In this episode, we explore why summer is uniquely designed to support your health goals — and your work performance. You'll learn: • Why water-rich foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and peaches are natural allies against the afternoon energy slump • How swapping processed snacks for seasonal fruit requires zero willpower • How one simple framework — the Powerful Plate — turns summer's abundance into effortless, energizing meals you can bring to the office "Summer doesn't ask you to be perfect. It simply gives you an abundance of opportunities to eat well." We'll also walk through three ready-to-pack Powerful Plate lunches built entirely around seasonal ingredients — a Mediterranean Summer Bowl, a Berry Chicken Salad Jar, and a Summer Harvest Bento Box — so you can show up to your next meeting focused, hydrated, and satisfied. Head here for the resources I mentioned. Got questions? Email me at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    12 min

  3. Jun 12

    How High Performers Stay Energized without Burning Out

    Most people think exhaustion and burnout happens because they're working too hard. But what if the real problem is something entirely different? In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and business coach John Michael Morgan to explore the habits, mindsets, and systems that have helped him sustain high energy while growing world wide businesses, leading clients, raising a family, and avoiding burnout. You'll discover how to identify your biggest energy leaks and why managing access to your time may be more important than managing your schedule. In this episode, you'll learn: • How a "maker's schedule" protects focus and creativity • The connection between identity and sustainable energy • How AI can free up time for what energizes you most • A simple exercise to uncover your hidden energy drains If you're ready to stay productive, focused, and energized without sacrificing your health or happiness, this episode is for you. To connect with John Michael Morgan, head to https://www.johnmichaelmorgan.com/ Questions? Reach out to sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  4. Jun 3

    What Great Leaders Do Differently in Difficult Conversations

    Workplace burnout and stress isn't just caused by long hours and overflowing inboxes. Often, it's the conversations we're avoiding, the conflicts left unresolved, and the workplace cultures we unintentionally create. In this episode, retired Army Colonel and leadership expert Eric Lopez shares what great leaders do differently when navigating difficult conversations, workplace conflict, and team accountability. You'll discover how healthy leadership practices can reduce unnecessary stress, strengthen team relationships, and create a workplace where people can perform at their best. You'll learn: • Why avoiding difficult conversations increases workplace stress • How healthy conflict can improve team wellness and performance • The simple two-phase decision-making framework that encourages collaboration • How trust and accountability work together to create a healthier culture • Why emotional intelligence is essential for effective leadership • How leaders can create an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and empowered If you want to reduce workplace stress, build a healthier team culture, and lead with greater confidence and effectiveness, this conversation is for you. To connect with Eric, reach out to him at eric@arrowhead-leadership.com Learn about Arrowhead Leadership at arrowhead-leadership.com Check out his powerful book - Structured Empowerment Got questions? Email me at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the wellness and energy to have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  5. May 30

    How to Reset Your Energy This Spring

    Spring is one of the easiest times to rebuild your energy — if you know how to use it. In this episode, you’ll discover why longer daylight hours naturally boost energy, focus, and motivation… and how to use the season to create healthier habits without relying on willpower alone. You’ll learn: • The simple “Spring Reboot” routine for busy schedules • Why movement feels easier in spring • 5 spring habits that instantly increase energy and mental clarity • How to build momentum without extreme routines or exhausting workouts If you’ve been feeling tired, stuck, or mentally drained, this episode will help you reset your energy naturally and sustainably. Questions? Reach out to sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. A busy professional who want the energy and wellness you need, so you can have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    12 min

  6. May 21

    How Exercise Rewires Your Brain for Better Focus and Resilience

    If your brain feels overloaded, unfocused, or constantly “on,” this episode will completely change how you think about exercise. You’ll discover how movement does far more than strengthen your body—it literally helps rewire your brain for: Better focus and decision-makingGreater emotional resilienceImproved memory and learningMore stable, reliable energy You’ll also learn what happens in your brain after just one workout, why different types of exercise create different mental benefits, and the overlooked workouts that can sharpen creativity, focus, and adaptability. Because exercise isn’t just about fitness. It’s one of the most powerful tools you have to build a brain that can handle pressure, perform at a high level, and support the life you want to lead. Got questions? Reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you! The busy professional who wants the wellness and energy to have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

  7. May 14

    Why High Achievers Need Play for Resilience

    Most high achievers try to build resilience through discipline, pressure, and pushing harder. But what if one of the most powerful resilience tools is something you’ve been neglecting entirely? Play. In this episode, hear what happened when I tried pickleball for the first time—and how it became a masterclass in stress regulation, adaptability, and nervous system resilience. You’ll learn: • why play creates “safe stress” that strengthens resilience • how enjoyable movement improves stress recovery • why adaptable people recover faster under pressure • the surprising science linking play, burnout recovery, and emotional regulation If you’ve been stuck in grind mode, this episode may completely change how you think about resilience, performance, and recovery. Because resilient high achievers don’t just know how to push hard. They know how to recover well, too. For the Mental Health America virtual experience I mentioned, head here. Got questions? Reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants more wellness and energy so you can have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min

  8. May 9

    Stop Trying to Handle More Stress - Build Resilience Instead

    Most people think resilience means handling more stress. But what if real resilience is about recovering faster instead? In this episode, we’re breaking down the science of resilience and burnout — and why pushing harder is often the exact thing keeping high performers exhausted and mentally drained. The best part? You’ll learn why your stress response is trainable and the simple ways to build a nervous system that can handle pressure without staying stuck in it. Inside this episode: Why avoiding stress can actually lower resilienceHow specific workouts train your stress-recoverySimple ways to build resilience during your workday If you’ve been trying to “manage stress” but still feel constantly on edge, this episode will help you train your system to respond differently — without extremes. Got questions? Shoot me an email at sheri@thevireolife.com This podcast is for you: the busy driven professional who wants to have it all. Energy and wellness to live a life you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
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You want to transform your life, to take care of your body, to strengthen your mind. And you want to do it in a way that fits your real lifestyle. You need Real Wellness. I’m your host, Sheri Traxler, a Transformation Mentor, National Speaker, and Author. I’ve been a cable TV Fitness Trainer and in Ms. Fitness and Shape magazines. As a Certified Health Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, with my master’s in Health Promotion – and lessons from my own struggles, I help people just like you create a wellness lifestyle they enjoy. Each week I’ll show you the strategies and principles to make peace with food, fit fitness into your busy lifestyle, and unlock your capacity to be, do, and have all you want. Reach out with your questions and topic requests - sheri@thevireolife.com For more resources, head to my website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Sheri Traxler
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    202
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sheri Traxler
  • Show Website
    Real Wellness