010: Nourish, Not Punish: Cultivating a Healthy Food Mindset with Correna Barthel

“The mindset is the hardest part. You can do anything with your mind so don't doubt yourself.” —Correna Barthel

Having a positive relationship with food is vital for overall well-being and sustainable fitness goals. Learning to make balanced choices and listen to hunger/fullness cues helps cultivate a healthy mindset around nutrition that supports long-term health and wellness.

Correna Barthel is a competitive bodybuilder who found her passion for the sport after seeing women on stage at her first show. Inspired to transform her physique and lifestyle, she embarked on a weight loss journey under her coach that resulted in her losing 70 pounds over three years through dedication to training and nutrition. However, Correna experienced a setback after her first competition where she overindulged in treats instead of properly fueling her body in recovery, which negatively impacted her digestion and relationship with food— a lesson she now passionately shares to help others gain a better understanding of their body’s needs. 

Listen in as Sherrie and Correna talk about the importance of having a positive relationship with food, why it is challenging, and how to overcome setbacks. They also discuss the transformative power of bodybuilding, how being involved with the community can help boost motivation, and how competition empowers one toward self-improvement. 

Connect with Sherrie: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherrie.massiakapach 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mindbodysoul_hypnothetapist 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrie-kapach-b5bb26243 

Email: [e-mail] 

Episode Highlights:

01:17 Fitness Journey: From Weightloss to Stage

06:15 Learning to Have a Positive Relationship with Food

13:12 Overcoming Setbacks: The Power of Community Support 

Connect with Correna: 

Correna is a passionate bodybuilder dedicated to her fitness journey and inspiring others. Married to her supportive husband Reece, and a proud pet parent to two fur babies, Luke and Lily, Correna found her calling in bodybuilding after watching Reece compete in November 2021. With a blend of tomboy strength and feminine grace, she embarked on a transformative path with her wellness coach Brett Riffel, shedding 45 pounds and then another 25-30 pounds during her first competition prep. Now, with three stage appearances under her belt, she aims to continue her growth and compete again in 2024. Active on social media, Correna motivates others through her journey, sharing "Sweaty Selfies" and her progress to keep herself accountable and inspire her followers. Alongside her fitness journey, she runs a successful business as an Independent Representative for Zyia Active, fostering a community of support and fashion. Correna aspires to continue competing as long as possible and, eventually, to mentor others in the bodybuilding world, embodying resilience and determination in all her endeavors.

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