Episode 324: Empowerment Through Health and Wellness | Coach LaLa | Founder of Thrive Help Lab
La Niecia Vicknair, known as Coach LaLa, is a fitness trainer, founder of Thrive Health Lab, and a passionate advocate for building healthier communities, especially for people of color and teens. In this heartfelt conversation, she and Kara dive into her journey from growing up in an overweight family to creating a safe, empowering space where health is about so much more than just working out. They explore the difference between athletic performance and true wellness, the mental and emotional transformation that comes with physical strength, and the real challenges of balancing mission-driven work with financial realities. Coach LaLa shares why setting boundaries is essential to avoid burnout and how prioritizing self-care allows her to support others more deeply. This episode is a powerful look at community, healing, and redefining what it means to thrive.
“You know better when you’re able to be exposed to other cultures and other mindsets. I think you’re also able to be a better human being.”
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00:00 Creating a Community of Health and Wellness
00:22 Introduction to The Powerful Ladies Podcast
00:35 The Power of Proximity
02:34 Meet Coach Lala
02:43 Coach Lala's Journey and Mission
05:24 The Importance of Busing Programs
06:47 Proximity and Community Impact
10:30 Athletics vs. Health and Fitness
18:27 Balancing Empowerment and Boundaries
24:33 Experience and Burnout
25:46 Transitioning from Trainer to Coach
26:07 Philosophy on Health and Fitness
27:02 Challenges in the Fitness Industry
29:46 Personalized Nutrition and Health
35:28 Empowering Clients and Community
40:11 Defining Power and Womanhood
44:29 Future Goals and Manifestations
46:44 Conclusion and Gratitude
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Website: www.coachlalav.com
LinkedIn: lanieciavicknair
Email: info@thrivehealthlab.com
Other: www.thrivehealthlab.com
Created and hosted by Kara Duffy
Audio Engineering & Editing by Jordan Duffy
Production by Amanda Kass
Graphic design by Anna Olinova
Music by Joakim Karud
