In this episode, I’m joined by Heather Watkins, a longtime fitness and wellness coach who experienced a heart attack at age 48 despite decades of healthy eating, regular exercise, and an incredibly active lifestyle. We talk about the warning signs she missed, the role genetics and family history can play in cardiovascular health, and why feeling fit and healthy doesn’t always tell the whole story. Heather also shares how her approach to exercise, nutrition, stress, boundaries, and sleep has changed since her heart attack. This is an empowering conversation about looking beyond the basics, advocating for your health, and understanding when it may be time to dig deeper.

Meet Today's Guest:

Heather Watkins is the founder of Best Health Wellness, a coaching practice dedicated to helping women improve their metabolism, hormones, strength, and overall health. With more than 30 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, she has built her career around helping women create sustainable, healthy lifestyles. After experiencing a heart attack at age 48, she became even more passionate about helping women understand their cardiovascular risk, advocate for their health, and look beyond the basics of wellness. Heather is also the author of The Wake Up Call and the ebook 5 Things Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Heart.

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