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August 11, 2025 34 mins

Are you ready to revolutionise your health, performance, and mindset? In episode 51 of Purpose Driven Movement, host Tarek Michael Chouja celebrates a landmark of 50 episodes by bringing together the most transformative highlights from wellness visionaries like Sam Merza, Ian O’Dwyer, Anna Milani, and Whitney Jones. This special episode is packed with longevity tips, unique fitness philosophies, and holistic strategies that empower fitness and wellness enthusiasts to move with purpose, overcome obstacles, and create lasting change. If you’re passionate about optimising your health span and discovering the deeper side of wellness, this episode will inspire you to thrive - no matter where you’re starting from. Welcome to the next evolution of movement.


What You Can Expect From This Episode:

- Groundbreaking insights on longevity and redefining health span for wellness enthusiasts.

- Holistic approaches to stress, cognitive fitness, and building lasting wellness habits that go beyond trending fads.

- Authentic mindset shifts and motivational stories to help you break limits, embrace movement, and pursue a purpose-driven lifestyle.


Guest Resources and Links Mentioned:

- Sam Merza — National Fitness Manager, Total Fusion Australia: https://totalfusion.com.au/ 

- Ian O’Dwyer — Wellness and Performance Coach, Co-founder of SOMA: https://www.facebook.com/ODOnMovement/ 

- Anna Milani — Cognitive Fitness Specialist: https://www.coactivehealth.com.au/ 

- Whitney Jones — IFBB Fitness Pro, Author of "Win Broken": https://whitneyjones.com/

- Get 15% off any of our online courses. Simply go to Functional Training Institute and input 'PDM15' at cart checkout: https://www.functionaltraininginstitute.com 

- Check out our best selling book Purpose Driven Movement by host Tarek Michael-Chouja and Dan Henderson: https://amzn.to/499x6nO    

- Join Our Mailing List: https://sa319.infusionsoft.app/app/form/vowsignup 


Ready for wellness you can feel, not just count? Dive in, get inspired, and welcome to the movement - now available as a video podcast for the very first time!


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About the Host: Tarek is the co-founder of the functional training institute and FitWell Education lab. Tarek is an international educator and speaker who has presented numerous times at the biggest convention in Australia, Asia and the US. In addition, Tarek has presented courses to thousands of trainers throughout Australia, Asia, the Middle East and South America. Tarek is also a best-selling author of ‘Purpose Driven Movement.


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