Helena Smolock is the Founder, President, and CEO of Velocity Athletic Training, an award-winning company that helps professionals gain strength through resistance and functional training and meditation. As a fitness professional and master athlete, she has over 35 years of experience in the fitness industry. Helena has assisted corporate clients, semi-pro athletes, and post-rehab clients with injuries in her studio.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- [4:20] How Helena Smolock pivoted from becoming a trial lawyer to health and fitness
- [10:48] Helena’s inspiration for naming her company Velocity Athletic Training
- [16:19] Balancing remote work with mental and physical fitness
- [19:27] Helena talks about her book The Athletes Mantra Journal
- [25:26] Advice for women to discover their true potential
In this episode...
Pursuing optimal health often focuses on physical fitness, but what role do mental and emotional well-being play? For individuals in the corporate space, achieving ideal health requires both physical activity and a mindset that fosters resilience and positivity. How can you align your mental and physical health to thrive?
Helena Smolock, a seasoned fitness expert, has dedicated her career to understanding this balance. Drawing from her experience as a master athlete and corporate wellness work, Helena emphasizes the importance of mindset in driving physical health. Her method includes using affirmations and visualization techniques, such as mantras encouraging individuals to focus on empowering words and positive goals.
In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston speaks with Helena Smolock, the Founder, President, and CEO of Velocity Athletic Training, about fostering health and wellness in both personal and professional settings. Helena shares her journey from aspiring criminal lawyer to fitness entrepreneur, her strategies for addressing the mental health challenges of remote work, and how her tools help individuals and teams optimize their well-being.
Quotable Moments:
- “Your mindset is the most important thing, the most powerful thing that your body can follow.”
- “I am fascinated with speed. Believe it or not.”
- “The mind is the most powerful tool.”
- “When you have love, you have everything. It bypasses everything.”
- “Learn research. Is it you? Is it really you?”
Action Steps:
- Develop a positive mindset: Helena Smolock emphasizes the power of mindset in achieving health and wellness goals. By maintaining a positive attitude, individuals can overcome barriers and stay motivated, which is crucial for achieving optimal health.
- Engage in regular physical activity: Helena’s journey from a youth athlete to a master athlete highlights the importance of consistent physical activity. This addresses the challenge of inactivity and promotes a lifestyle that fosters physical and mental health.
- Foster social connections: Social interactions are crucial for mental well-being. Joining group fitness classes or engaging in team sports can enhance social connections, reducing feelings of isolation experienced by many remote workers today.
- Incorporate mantras for motivation: Helena’s use of mantras, like “I am fast,” demonstrates their effectiveness in building self-belief and focus. This practice can help individuals overcome mental hurdles and reinforce positive self-perception, contributing to overall wellness.
- Embrace continuous learning and adaptation: Helena’s pivot from pursuing law to fitness underscores the value of adaptability and lifelong learning. By researching and embracing new information, individuals can find paths that align with their true selves, leading to personal and professional fulfillment.
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