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September 19, 2017 36 mins
Vision-Impaired, Fitness, Workouts, Learning, Health   Summary   On this episode, we are thrilled to interview Mel Scott, a fitness coach for the vision-impaired. Mel shares her story of becoming a fitness instructor and how she developed an interest in helping her community become healthier. In just a few years, Mel went from creating her first resource to now having nearly twenty workouts available. You will amazed and inspired as Mel shares her passion for fitness and her unique approach to changing lives.   You’ll discover:   Why Mel has such a passion for fitness. The feedback she has gotten about the workouts. How Mel collaborates with certified fitness instructors to create the workouts. How becoming an auditory learner can grow your brain. Why Mel’s guide dog Jingles is so special. How Mel is progressing on her forthcoming app. Mel’s journey into podcasting and how her show is impacting lives. Her advice for someone chasing their passion.   Click to Tweet   On this episode, discover how #fitness coach @bluespruce77 is helping the visual-impaired community get #fit. If you have an idea and a passion, just #start. @bluespruce77 If you’re perfect to start with, you don’t have any place to grow. @bluespruce77 Interview Links & Other Resources   BlindAlive.comEyes-Free Fitness Podcast Follow Mel on Twitter Project Athena Foundation
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