92. Ilaria Montagnani: The Power of Strength Training from a Two-Time Cancer Survivor

Have you ever wondered how to regain your strength and vitality after facing a life-altering health challenge like breast cancer? In this Well Drop episode, I talk with Ilaria Montagnani, a powerhouse entrepreneur, fitness expert, and two-time breast cancer survivor as she shares her inspiring journey of resilience and the unexpected lessons she learned along the way. We discuss the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the importance of mental health, and how her experiences reshaped her approach to fitness and wellness. We also dive into the significance of strength training, the role of support systems, and the lessons learned from her battles with cancer. Her story serves as a testament to resilience and the healing power of movement. Ilaria Montagnani is an internationally acclaimed fitness expert who founded Powerstrike in 1995. Her fitness philosophy: push physical limits to build mental and physical strength, is based on her martial arts background and love of strength training. For over 25 years Ilaria’s commitment and contribution to the fitness industry has been to motivate and train people to build stronger bodies so they can live better lives. Teaching her inspirational workouts, she has traveled the world to coach and develop programs for facilities in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Japan, Russia, Sweden, Norway, Brazil, and Italy. Now a 2 time cancer survivor, she continues to teach at packed studios in New York City, as well as on her Virtual Studio, training and motivating hundreds of people every week. Watch Ilaria’s documentary, Stronger For Life , to learn more about her journey fighting breast cancer. What we discuss: 02:56 Facing the Diagnosis 06:06 The Impact of Cancer on Health Philosophy 08:57 Navigating Treatment and Recovery 12:07 The Role of Support Systems 15:03 Lessons Learned from Two Diagnoses 17:55 The Importance of Mental Health 20:56 Future Goals and Stress Management 24:00 Strength Training and Longevity Find more from Ilaria Montagnani: Stronger for Life Powerstrike On Demand: https://powerstrike.vhx.tv/ Powerstrike Monthly Subscription (All Programs) POWERSTRIKE25 . All other packages, use code WELCOME25: Powerstrike and Bodystrikes Atletica & Atletica Bodyweight Definitions Core And Push-Ups Forza Find more from Amber: Website: www.thewelldrop.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewelldrop/ Thank you to our sponsor: BiOptimizers Magnesium: Shop here and use code WELLDROP10