Episode 30: How to Overcome Burnout and Reclaim Your Energy with Amanda Balcombe
Welcome to another empowering episode of the Performance Rx Podcast. Today, we're diving deep into a topic that resonates with so many high-achievers out there – burnout.
Join me as we embark on a personal and enlightening conversation with Amanda Balcombe, a Health and Mental Fitness coach with a laser focus on burnout prevention, stress management, and mental wellbeing.
Amanda’s not just a coach; she's a former award-winning Financial Adviser who knows what it's like to face burnout head-on. In 2021, Amanda experienced it firsthand, and it became her mission to heal herself and extend her passion for health and connection to support other high-achieving women.
Amanda holds certifications as a Health Coach and a Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing as well as an Advanced Certificate in Mental Health. Her approach blends evidence-based lifestyle medicine with coaching techniques, empowering her clients to find balance and vitality in the whirlwind of their fast-paced lives.
So whether you're a fitness enthusiast, a high-achiever, or simply someone looking to live your best life, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you conquer burnout and nurture your mental wellbeing. Tune in, take notes, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Here’s a brief overview of the episode:
[3:55] Amanda’s background and recovery from burnout
[9:28] How Amanda works with clients who are struggling with burnout
[16:59] The importance of lifestyle practices
[20:37] The importance of rest and recovery
[25:54] Mindfulness and mindfulness in fitness
[31:58] Sleep hygiene, sustainability, and self-compassion
[43:39] How to deal with negative thoughts
[48:37] Find out your unique athlete archetype
[51:15] Getting back to activities that feel meaningful to you
[61:56] The importance of prioritizing things that give you energy
