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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Each week, we will provide realistic tips for you to apply the information you learn to your own life!
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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!
Hey there, change makers!
Meet Melyssa
In this episode of the podcast Melyssa shares a sneak peek from her book, Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK! She guides listeners through the Wellness Wheel Activity to self-reflect on various aspects of their lives – acknowledging what is going well, and where they might want to start making some positive changes! Melyssa guides […]
Recommitting to Your Goals: Tackling Q1 Setbacks and Cultivating a Winning Mindset for the 2nd Quarter of 2025 In the season three opener of Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK, Melyssa, a double board certified lifestyle medicine coach and size inclusive fitness specialist, discusses the common struggles of maintaining New Year’s resolutions and goals as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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