642. Boost Your Mental Health With Fitness & The One Exercise That Will Change Your Life with Amanda Nigg

I am thrilled to share this conversation with fitness professional and female business owner, Amanda Nigg about mental health, community within fitness, and the importance of wellness in the world of agriculture. 

After her home was destroyed by fire and facing the isolation of the pandemic lockdown, Amanda found strength in sharing her fitness journey on social media. Her Plank Challenge during Mental Health Awareness Month attracted over 800 participants, highlighting the need for fitness and mental health support especially within the agricultural community. Even during personal and global crises, it is possible to rebuild and thrive. 

Amanda went from the life of a competitive athlete to a dedicated fitness professional, and the founder of Farm Fit Training, with her focus on mental and physical health within agriculture. Her mission is to integrate practical fitness routines into farm life, foster a supportive community, and demonstrate resilience when faced with crisis and trauma. 

When it comes to agriculture or really any industry, stress management is essential. Unpredictable factors like weather and crop prices can create immense stress for farmers and those connected to the industry. With technology making farming more efficient, the physical demands on farmers have decreased, which means less natural exercise and, often, more stress.

One simple but powerful exercise Amanda recommends is planking. It’s accessible to everyone and has numerous benefits, including better body alignment and improved circulation. Incorporating such small, manageable exercises can be a game-changer in handling stress.

Amanda is another advocate for protein (my favorite topic!) and recommends tracking your intake even for a short period to see if you are fueling your body correctly. 

Final takeaway: Focus on progress, not perfection. Your fitness journey will be messy, but it’s about consistency and growth, not doing everything perfectly from day one.

Find Amanda: 

FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Farmfitmomma/ BLUEPRINT FB PAGE https://www.facebook.com/groups/154022336434874/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/farmfitmomma INSTAGRAM (FARM FIT TRAINING) https://instagram.com/farmfittraining?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= TWITTER https://mobile.twitter.com/FarmFitMomma/media YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@farmfitmomma TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@farmfitmomma?_t=8XUUqa2Mnd5&_r=1