Episode 08 | Holistic Peak Performance Coach
Success Through Healthy Living with Lucy Dutton
In this inspiring episode of The Rise Leader Podcast, we welcome Lucy Dutton, a holistic performance coach and founder of Grace and Grit Coaching. With nearly three decades of experience, Lucy shares her journey from professional dancer to international coach and speaker. She discusses the critical role of healthy living, personal development, and habit formation in achieving peak performance. Lucy also provides actionable strategies for overcoming comfort zones, building confidence, and cultivating leadership skills through intentional personal growth.
Guest:
Lucy Dutton – Founder, Grace and Grit Coaching
Lucy is a holistic performance coach, inspirational speaker, and the founder of Grace and Grit Coaching based in Colchester, England. With a background as a professional dancer and health and wellbeing expert, she integrates physical, emotional, and mental wellness into her coaching methodology. Lucy empowers individuals to break through limiting beliefs and unlock their highest potential.
Sponsor:
Burgess – Better Building Starts Here
Topics Discussed:
• Lucy’s transition from professional dancer to holistic coach
• How personal development impacts leadership growth
• Techniques for pushing past comfort zones
• The critical importance of environment and positive influences
• Habit formation and the power of micro-habits
• Building self-confidence through action
• Grace and Grit Coaching methodology
• The 12-Week Peak Performance Group Program
• The importance of servant leadership
Links and Resources:
• Grace and Grit Coaching
• The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles – Book Link
• Learn more about Toastmasters International (recommended for improving public speaking)
Episode Timestamps:
• [00:00:00] Welcome and Episode Introduction
• [00:01:00] Meet Lucy Doesn: Background and Holistic Coaching Journey
• [00:04:00] Leadership and Coaching Style Development
• [00:06:00] Importance of Personal Development and Jim Rohn’s Influence
• [00:10:00] Challenges in Personal Growth for Corporate Leaders
• [00:11:00] How to Push Past Comfort Zones
• [00:14:00] Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking
• [00:17:00] Understanding Grace and Grit Coaching
• [00:19:00] The Role of Recovery in Peak Performance
• [00:20:00] Habit Formation and Micro-Habits
• [00:24:00] Building Positive Relationships and Influences
• [00:28:00] Managing Inner Critic and Mind Environment
• [00:29:00] Building Self-Confidence Through Action
• [00:32:00] Overview of 12-Week Peak Performance Program
• [00:34:00] Leaders Who Impacted Lucy’s Journey
• [00:36:00] Actionable Leadership Lessons
• [00:37:00] Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
Closing Remarks:
Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Rise Leader Podcast! Lucy’s journey is a powerful reminder that success is built through holistic living, intentional habits, and continual personal growth.
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