Join hosts Brianna Salvatore Dueck and Chelsea Poppens as they explore the journey of martial artist and actress Nelita Vellezon. Discover how Nelita's Filipino heritage and her father's teachings shaped her martial arts career, leading to roles in films and campaigns like Rihanna’s Fenty Savage Sport. Despite past challenges, including a negative coaching experience, Nelita emerged stronger, channeling her story into empowering wellness coaching. From training Dubai's elite to excelling in Hollywood, Nelita shares insights on resilience, empowerment, and finding strength in ancestral roots.
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Nelita Vellezon is a professional martial arts athlete, actress, and model. With an impressive background in Filipino martial arts, Nelita channels her passion through various platforms to empower women. Notably, she showcases these skills in action films, TV shows, and live demonstrations, having been the face of prominent campaigns such as Rihanna's Fenty Savage Sport. Nelita also founded the Nalita V app, providing wellness and fitness content, and she is known for her dedication to helping individuals embrace their strength and power through martial arts.
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