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Meet Leah Eber

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Today we’d like to introduce you to Leah Eber.

Hi Leah, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I have been an elite athlete for most of my life. In high school, I received a full-ride division 1 college scholarship to run track and field. I’ve always had a huge passion for sports and fitness. In college, I began to focus on consistent healthy practices which helped me create balance and improved my overall wellness and well-being. These practices heavily contributed to the person I am today. Learning how to incorporate consistent habits into my life made a huge difference for me! I saw the positive impact with everything I did, in fact, it quickly became a way of life. I graduated college with honors and finished out my college career as a team captain, school record holder, All-American, Academic All- American, a 4x BIG TEN long jump champion and a qualifier for the 2012 London Olympic trials.

After college, I continued competing professionally in long jump, until I was met with a career-ending injury. It wasn’t until then in which I realized my true passion for helping others reach their health and fitness goals. I made it my life’s mission to help others find answers to their most pressing questions in regard to their personal health and wellness.

I started my business: Life with Leah, in 2018. I am an Advanced Personal trainer specializing in Weight loss and I am also a Certified Nutrition Coach and Certified Health and Wellness Coach. My services are available remotely and virtually which gives me the flexibility to be able to travel for work. Every single day I feel so grateful to be able to travel around the country and work with the most amazing clients and brands in the world!

I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
At first, being a business owner was a challenging learning experience for me. I learned early on how to operate in every single role within my business. At first, it was tough to have to learn different roles when I just wanted to focus on where I thrived. Looking back, I’m very happy I have an understanding of the full scope of business and the experience of operating within the different roles and practices of a business. At first, I tried to do everything on my own. I have learned over time about the importance of asking for help when I need it. Now, I don’t think twice about hiring out or contracting out for help. I believe in learning and working with others. It is helpful because working with others is what helps me grow and it helps me continue to become a lifelong learner, which I feel is very important.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a health and fitness professional yes, but what most people do not know about me is that I am also a creative. I have a huge passion for creative writing, poetry and fashion. I recently became a published author of my first literary poetry piece called ” Chocolate Affirmations”. I’m proud of this accomplishment because I never thought I would become a published author. I wanted people to get to know me on a deeper level and my book explores my thoughts and experiences as a black woman who has learned to accept and love herself. What sets me apart is the fact that I allow all of my passions to complement each other. I don’t limit myself and my abilities. I want to teach others that what you do, does not necessarily need a label, and it doesn’t need to make sense to the world, it just needs to make sense to you. As long as you are committed, your passions can become your reality. It is ok to be unapologetic about the things in your life that bring you joy and fulfillment. I am a published author of a poetry book, a model, a health and fitness professional and Wellness and Nutrition Coach and an influencer for Women’s Health and Cosmopolitan Magazine. I’m proud of it all!

Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
Don’t be afraid to reach out to other people for questions or help. Talk to people who have seen success and be willing to learn from them. No matter what, stay authentic and stay true to yourself because that is going to be your superpower.

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Helen Maser Alyvia Luong Archway Publishing

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