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Jan 2025
1h 35m

Midlife Body Positivity & Realistic Fitn...

DR. STEPHANIE ESTIMA
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Ever wonder how to stay fit without sacrificing your sanity? Discover how Nathalia Melo transitioned from Olympia champion to empowering women (like us) to find balance and comfort in this chaotic life. Watch the full episode at https://youtu.be/r1ziKgP-vzs 
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