In this episode of Unfiltered Tea, Evie Tavares interviews Mia Harris, the founder of The Strength Girl. Mia shares her journey from studying kinesiology to becoming a personal trainer and business owner. She discusses the challenges of running a fitness business, the importance of anti-scale messaging, and how she aims to create a supportive community for women. The conversation also explores the parallels between fitness and entrepreneurship, the significance of mindset, and the need to redefine success beyond traditional metrics. Mia emphasizes the importance of strength training and encourages beginners to embrace their journey without fear.

Find Mia on.. 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrengthgirl

Website: https://www.thestrengthgirl.com/

Get the FREE Beginner’s Guide to Weightlifting: https://the-strength-girl.myflodesk.com/a-beginners-guide-to-strength-training

Find Evie on… 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evietavaresbranding/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evie-tavares-352291258/

Website: https://www.evietavaresbranding.ca/

Takeaways

Mia's journey into fitness began with a passion for science and sports.

She emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive environment for women in fitness.

Mia's approach focuses on strength and empowerment rather than weight loss.

She believes in the power of vulnerability in building a personal brand.

Mia highlights the importance of mindset in achieving fitness goals.

She encourages clients to celebrate their achievements, no matter how small.

Mia advocates for a balanced diet filled with whole foods.

She stresses the importance of strength training for overall health and longevity.

Mia aims to help high achievers find balance in their lives.

She believes that success should be redefined beyond revenue and follower counts.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mia Harris and Her Journey

03:26 Mia's Educational Background and Early Career

05:54 Transitioning to Business Ownership

08:49 The Strength Girl: A New Beginning

11:41 Rejecting the Scale: A New Approach to Fitness

14:24 Building a Personal Brand and Community

17:13 Navigating Burnout and Sustainable Practices

19:43 Trusting the Process in Fitness and Business

22:29 Redefining Success Beyond Numbers

24:57 Creating a Supportive Community

28:00 Helping High Achievers Learn to Rest

28:27 Breaking Limiting Beliefs

33:03 The Importance of Mindset in Fitness

37:32 Overcoming Gym Intimidation

40:51 Debunking Strength Training Myths

43:58 Connecting with Mia Harris

49:50 Introduction and Welcome

50:13 Encouragement to Share and Subscribe