Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
From Athlete to CEO: Jillian Tedesco’s Journey | Mental EP 16
In this insightful episode of Mental, host Corey Schonhorst sits down with Jillian Tedesco, founder and CEO of Fit-Flavors, to explore her inspiring journey in health, fitness, and entrepreneurship. Jillian shares how her passion for fitness began as a young athlete and evolved into a career dedicated to simplifying healthy eating and promoting sustainable lifestyle habits.
Jillian recounts her early days as a personal trainer and nutrition consultant, her move to Miami at 19 to pursue her career, and her transformation from rigid dieting to a more balanced 80/20 nutrition philosophy. She discusses the importance of shifting from a focus with appearance to focusing on nourishment, longevity, and quality of life. Jillian also highlights the creation of Fit-Flavors, a thriving meal-prep business that has become a staple in the St. Louis community by offering convenient, healthy, chef-crafted meals.
The conversation dives into topics such as discipline, the impact of consistency, and the freedom that comes from removing the stress of food choices. Jillian emphasizes the value of small, sustainable changes over time, and how her journey of unlearning unhealthy habits led to building a successful business that helps others achieve their wellness goals.
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