Frequently Asked Questions
What is Health Coaching ?
Health coaching is a personalized support system designed to help individuals achieve their wellness goals. It involves a trained professional who guides clients through lifestyle changes, such as improving nutrition, increasing physical activity, and managing stress. Health coaching equips one with the tools and motivation to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives while managing their professional responsibilities.
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How does health coaching benefit professionals?
For working women, the benefits of health coaching are significant; it provides a structured approach to balance their demanding careers with personal health needs. Health coaches empower women to prioritize self-care, cultivate healthier habits, and enhance their overall well-being. Additionally, coaching can help reduce burnout and increase productivity by fostering a more balanced lifestyle.
Refer to the evidences on benefits of coaching here
What is the effectiveness of Health Coaching ?
Studies have shown that health coaching is effective at lifestyle modifications to prevent, manage and overcome lifestyle related conditions.
https://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2013/13_0116.htm
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5389392/
What is a good diet ?
There is no one diet that fits all. Each person is unique and a diet has to fit the lifestyle and ancestral heritage of that person.
Most important scientific study around diet and health and longevity is the blue zones project.
Find information here on the blue zones project.
Click Here for details on secrets of eternal youth from centenarian project
How do I assess my overall holistic health and wellness ?
Holistic wellness covers several dimensions of health such as physical, emotional , mental and spiritual health. To get a sense of your overall wellness several factors including education, home environment, relationships, career, finances etc. should be taken into account. You can refer to online wellness assessments.
Click Here to take IIN's Circle of Life Wellness Assessment
How to manage stress ?
Stress can be managed by identifying the stressors, recognizing and being aware of the stressors as they occur and following relaxation practices, incorporating uplifting activities like connecting with loved ones, listening to music or engaging in creative endeavors.
Here is a guide to stress management 101
How to go about making lifestyle changes when it comes to healthy eating?
Healthy eating looks different for different people, each individual is unique and has a different relationship with food. Its best to chose a eating habit that works better for your family, traditional heritage and way of life, rather than following eating habits that have worked for others. Always discuss with your doctor before making any changes. Here is a resource to consider.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQu-j6RviFM
How to increase energy levels and avoid burnout?
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged and unmanaged workplace stress or other significant stressors in life areas such as parenting or caregiving.
Beat The Burnout coaching program offered by Sangam Wellness provides individualized support to avoid burnout and improve energy levels.
