Transforming Inside and Out: Amy Castano on Embracing Fitness, Discipline, and Self-Discovery

In this episode of Chew On This, I sit down with Amy Castano, a fitness entrepreneur who has undergone a profound transformation—both physically and mentally. Amy opens up about her journey from finance to fitness, how she built a successful business with two gym locations, and her personal evolution through health and wellness. We dive deep into her weight training routine, how she overcame the fear of getting "bulky," and why cardio is no longer part of her fitness plan. Amy shares candid advice on balancing business with self-care, the power of discipline, and how she maintains her mental health. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or someone on a health journey, Amy's story is packed with inspiration and actionable insights. 00:00 - Amy’s Transition from Finance to Fitness 07:10 - Why Weight Training Changed Amy's Approach to Fitness 14:15 - Navigating a Healthy Lifestyle as a Business Owner 20:20 - The Key Habits That Transformed Amy's Routine 25:05 - Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mentality: Amy’s Approach to Discipline 32:30 - Maintaining Progress Post-Transformation: What Keeps Amy Going 40:12 - Amy’s Advice on Self-Care, Mental Health, and Intuition 46:55 - Final Tips for Living a Balanced, Healthy Life You can purchase our new protein powder via www.equfoods.com Connect with us: Follow us: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/chewonthis.pod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@chewonthis.pod Follow Amal: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/amal.wakim TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@amal.wakim Follow Amy: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/amycastano Follow EQ: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/equalution TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@joinequ Learn more about EQ: https://joinequ.com | https://equfoods.com