Last updated on March 14, 2025
This proud mama of three is opening up like never before about the struggles behind the strong, confident woman you see today. Motherhood, physical injuries, and self-limiting beliefs? She’s been through it all. And when every doctor told her to stop exercising in order to heal, she listened—until she realized that listening wasn’t working. That’s when she paved her own path, trusting her intuition and leaning into her passion for movement to get her mind, body, and spirit strong again.
Strength training is like eating your vegetables.
Idalis Velazquez, Beachbody Trainer
In Episode 46 of the Citrus Love Podcast, Beachbody Super Trainer Idalis Velazquez shares her passion for movement as a powerful tool for healing, strength, and confidence—especially for women. As a proud mother and a leader in the fitness industry, Idalis understands the challenges many women face when it comes to prioritizing their health. In this episode, she dives into how strength training isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about mental resilience, self-empowerment, and breaking limiting beliefs around fitness.
Idalis discusses the importance of finding joy in movement, rather than viewing exercise as a punishment. She shares how she helps women shift their mindset from restrictive dieting and rigid workout routines to sustainable, feel-good fitness habits. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, her insights provide motivation to embrace strength training as a way to improve both your physical and emotional well-being.
Throughout the conversation, Idalis also opens up about her personal journey—balancing motherhood, career, and self-care. She offers practical tips on staying consistent, overcoming self-doubt, and building a positive relationship with exercise. If you’re looking for inspiration to take charge of your fitness journey in an empowering way, this episode is a must-listen!
You Will Always Have a Postpartum Body… Deal With It!
Okay, that sounds harsh, but did I get your attention? So many new moms (and moms years into the journey) feel defeated by their “new and not sure if improved” bodies. Wider hips? Check. Changed ribcage? Yup. Breasts looking… different? Oh, we’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: your body is not the enemy. And as Idalis says, “We are not our bodies.” Instead of fighting against it, work with it—because you and your body? You’re in this together for life.
Mamas, Focus on Your Glutes (aka Your Tiny or Large Butt)
Forget chasing a flat stomach or arms that don’t jiggle when you wave. If you’re going to focus on one thing, make it your glutes. Why? Because strong glutes mean a strong foundation—less back pain, better posture, and a body that feels powerful, not just smaller. Idalis shares simple, effective ways to train smarter, not longer, so even the busiest moms (or anyone with zero time) can see real results without spending hours at the gym.
If you’re looking for motivation, real talk, and a reminder that movement is medicine, this episode is for you. Slow and steady wins the race—so stop rushing, start listening to your body, and let’s get stronger together! 💪✨
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Here are a few articles by Idalis which might help you on your mom journey:
- Things your doctor didnt tell you about your post-baby body
- Diastasis Recti 101
- 7 ways to stay motivated during your workouts
- How to Maximize Your Workouts
- 4 ways to change your fitness mindset
LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!
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What You’ll Hear In This Episode:
0-6:30 Intro
7:00 Idalis’ message to mothers
7:20 Safety First when she’s running
9:25 What is it really like to be a BeachBody Super Trainer
10:25 The creative process of developing workout programs for Beachbody & pregnancy during the process.
14:00 Being a working mom
17:00 A typical day in the life of Idalis
19:00 Having help
21:00 Her Childhood in Puerto Rico & Family Struggles Growing Up
23:55 Getting Married at 21
24:25 Becoming a mother & her health struggles
26:10 Her emotional health struggles
27:15 Postpartum Depression & Postpartum Anxiety
32:30 What she did to feel amazing again
35:45 Finding my identity and passion ****
37:10 Body Confidence for moms
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Ressources Mentioned In This Episode:
- BeachBody App – 30DayBreakaway with Idalis
- BeachBody App – Total Body Pregnancy with Idalis
- BeachBody App – Mes De Mas (Spanish Workout Program) with Idalis
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