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Melyssa with a WHY

Healthy living doesn't have to suck!

Featuring solo episodes and casual conversations with guest expert interviews about all things health and well-being!

The podcast that's focused on supporting your journey towards healthier living!

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These value-packed, casual conversations will feel like you are in the room with us, chatting over coffee with friends!

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We find industry experts that align with the Healthy Living Doesn't Have to SUCK message to share with you!

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Hey y'all! My name is Melyssa with a WHY, lifestyle medicine coach with over 15 years of experience with behavior modification. I wrote my book, Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK, to teach people how to develop health promoting habits in a sustainable, enjoyable way!
 
After years of my own personal experience with yo-yo dieting and fitness fads, I finally discovered the power of engaging in health and wellness coaching as a way to overcome all of the other typical, short-lived programs. As a lifelong science geek, the method to my madness incorporates a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach stemming from lifestyle medicine, positive psychology, and acceptance and commitment coaching.

So if you're looking for a coach that is classy, sassy, and a bit badass-y... Then you're in the right place!

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I'm your host, Melyssa with a WHY!

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Reflections and Future Aspirations: Wrapping Up Season 2 Hosted by Melyssa Allen, a double board-certified lifestyle medicine coach, this episode marks the conclusion of Season 2 of the Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK podcast. Melyssa discusses her impromptu topic pivot, upcoming extended break to work on the audiobook of her book, and reflections on […]

29. Season 2 Finale: Reflecting on Purpose, Mission, and Your WHY

Welcome to the Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK podcast! In this episode, host Melyssa Allen is joined by Dr. Dominique DiLorenzo, a triple board-certified physician specializing in family medicine, obesity medicine, and lifestyle medicine. They discuss the importance of incorporating mindset and behavior changes for lasting health, the benefits of a plant-based diet, and […]

28. Zamzam Wellness – A Lifestyle Medicine Direct Primary Care Practice with Dr. Dominique DiLorenzo

In this episode, Melyssa welcomes guest Ashantis Jones, a therapist, mental health coach, certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. They discuss the importance of integrating mental health and physical fitness, dismantling societal and marketing-imposed fitness stigmas, and embracing personalized, enjoyable approaches to movement and wellness. Ashantis shares her journey in encouraging people to strengthen […]

Join Melyssa Allen in this episode of the Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK podcast as she chats with special guest Kam Niskach, a doctor of physical therapy, MetKon RX format creator, and owner of KPOW Nutrition. Kam shares her journey and discusses the importance of mindset, behavior changes, and the role of supplements as […]

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