Under the Tree with Tee
By Teurai Chanakira
Join holistic health coach, international personal trainer/Founder of Fitness To A Tee, model and writer Tee for conversations on health & fitness; and real talk about life issues including mental and emotional health. Sit under the shady tree with Tee!
Under the Tree with TeeApr 22, 2020
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5 Top Tips for Skin Health!
The skin is the largest organ in the body. Adults carry around about 3.6kg + 2 square meters of it around. About one third of the world has skin problems. Looking after our skin is definitely part of our health. In today's episode I give you my top tips #age41 tips for healthier, glowing skin. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Jun 30, 202214:57
Chat with Amadu of AK Fitness, Melbourne!
Join me as I chat with fitness trainer, Athlete coach, Soccer Performance Coach, former athlete himself + all round grateful & big-hearted human being Amadu! We chat about all things holistic health but you also get more insight into what makes Amadu tick + learn some great holistic health tips for your own life. Come sit under the shady tree with us.
Jun 02, 202226:46
Create work life balance!
In today's episode, I get REAL about how I learnt to create my own joyful balance after getting to a point of complete burnout + resentment from over working. I hope you get something from the lessons I've learnt juggling multiple hats as Founder of Fitness To A Tee; Fitness Leaf; modelling; writing (with 5 Amazon published books); weekly content creation plus running a cancer charity I founded in Zimbabwe- the Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust.
May 12, 202220:27
5 Top Tips for Holistic Health Shopping!
Today I give you my top 5 tips which I use + give my clients - for holistic health shopping. Holistic includes food for your physical health, but also food + products for your mental & emotional health. Come sit under the shady tree with me + let's share fruits whilst you listen!
Apr 21, 202207:28
Reduce High Blood Pressure
This February is #RedFeb - heart disease awareness month. In today's episode, I'm focusing on a very common aspect of heart conditions - hypertension or high blood pressure and giving you natural, holistic tips to reduce it. About 1.28 billion adults globally age 30-79 have it; 46% of adults with high BP, are unaware they have it and high BP is a major cause of early/premature deaths globally. This is affecting too many of our loved ones - let's be aware. Awareness saves lives. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Feb 10, 202218:47
Knee Pain Relief + Prevention
The World Health Organisation states that knee pain is one of the most common worldwide. The knee joint us also the most stressed in our body. If you suffer with knee pain and/or stiffness, listen in as I give you my top home and/or gym tips to help you. I also include some easy natural remedies. Come sit under the shady tree with me as we look after our joints!
Jan 20, 202218:16
Top 5 Health Tips for 2022
In the last episode of 2021, I give you my top 5, easy health + fitness tips to sustain your journey as a lifestyle. These tips are great for you, whether you are new to fitness or not. I also give personal examples for each tip, of how I've implemented it into my own life of fitness in my 40's. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Dec 23, 202114:22
Breast Cancer Talk with Guest Sr. Remigio
In this episode, I welcome Sr. Perpetua Remigio, Ward Manager & Sister In Charge of the only functional radiotherapy unit in Zimbabwe. She chats about, amongst other things:
how resources are scarce for most patients as many don't have medical aid + can't afford basics eg bloods tests; underwear; cotton wool; sanitary pads (vital for those ladies who also go through cervical cancer for example); what inspired her to start her work as an oncology nurse; important nutrition + exercise tips to prevent OR recover from breast cancer; the importance of emotional, mental & spiritual support for patients and their families...and more vital info. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee!
Oct 28, 202119:51
Make Pushups Your Bestie!
Welcome to Ep. 1 of Season 3 + the 24th episode of this episode woohoo! In today's episode, I chat about why pushups are the bestie you never want to lose and give you simple tips on how to progress. Ladies - in memory of #breastcancerawareness month too - this one's for you. You can do a pushup on your toes in your lifetime. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Oct 07, 202119:47
High Intensity Interval Training: juiciest tidbits!
In today's episode, I chat about this popular training method- HIIT! I delve into what it is; why it's great + sustainable for your fitness journey; the different types and alternatives for beginners/those who need low impact workouts. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Sep 09, 202123:27
Life After 40! Age For Who?!
Just after turning 41 years old this week, in today's episode I chat about how I've lived on the principle of "age ain't nothing but a number". I'm here to inspire and motivate you through my own story + my top 5 tips - that you can be and do whatever you set your mind to - you don't have to be defined by your age. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Aug 19, 202120:26
Hotty at 40: Top 5 Lessons as I Turn 41!
I'm turning 41 years old in this beautiful month of August woop!! Geez - there's been ALOT of growth in me in just a year! Join me in this episode as I give you my top 5 lessons in exercise,nutrition,mindset + emotions and skincare. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Aug 05, 202122:27
Tee's Top Stress Relief Tips
Besides everyday life stressors, y'all know I've been through some THANGS! You could google a thousand stress relief tips, so today I'm giving you my personal stress relief tips straight from my toolkit which I've learnt to use due to general stress and downright traumatic events in my life. Come sit under the shady tree with me!
Jul 22, 202121:41
6 ways to beat the winter blues
With the colder, darker days of winter - alot of people easily experience low energy; lack of motivation for fitness, healthy eating and/or work; low emotional + mental moods etc. In today's episode, I give you my top tips to perk you up in the winter months although these tips can be used throughout the year too. Come sit under the heated tree with Tee!
Jul 08, 202122:25
Waist trainers are a waste of time!
Waist trainers are a waste of time - don’t do it, don’t do it, don’t do it! Over my 8 years as a fitness trainer and nutrition coach, I have been asked this same question over and over again: should I get a waist trainer? The answer is no. In this episode, I chat about: what waist trainers are; what they are meant to do and why they are a waste of time, including how they do not melt fat away and endanger your internal organs.
Jun 24, 202119:19
Gut Health Part 2: Guest Nutritionist Expert- Monika Anna
In Part 2 of the Gut Health episodes, I welcome an expert guest - Melbourne based Nutritionist Monika Anna (www.monikaanna.com.au). Today she answers our common questions on gut health. This chat is packed full of goodness, you're sure to come away with something juicy to add to your gut health journey! Come sit under the shady tree with Monika and I.
Jun 16, 202125:09
Gut Health Part 1: Tee's bloating story
Good gut health is vital for overall physical, mental and emotional health. In this episode, I share my story of how I suffered with terrible bloating issues in my late 20's (I'm 40 years old now) and how I got through them via nutrition. Overcoming these issues showed me how ESSENTIAL gut health is AND inspired me in my journey as a fitness trainer and nutrition coach. Come sit under the shady tree with me as I open up more on my personal journey.
Jun 02, 202120:01
Mobility Matters: move well!
Working on my mobility has definitely helped me stay fitter at 40 years old! Better mobility is essential for getting that killer body and sustaining your fitness! In today's episode, I talk about what mobility is, why you should care about it and simple ways to improve it. Come sit with me and learn how to be more mobile - under the shady tree!
May 13, 202123:28
New beginnings: the repotting!
Welcome to Season 2 of Under the tree with Tee woop! To start this new season, I'm chatting to you about the "behind behind" the scenes of how the rebranding and new website of Fitness To A Tee, came to be. This was a journey which started in August 2020 and the new website launched in March 2021. Come sit with me under the shady tree as I give you more insight of my journey as a fitness entrepreneur.
Apr 28, 202120:02
Toxic relationships
We need to love ourselves more than we need to be liked. After her popular #realtalk post on the topic on social media, Tee talks about toxic relationships. With us now being in the festive season, our interactions with colleagues, friends and family will be tested. In this episode, Tee talks about what toxic relationships are and how to limit/cut toxic interaction s to help us cope with the various social setups and triggers around this time and moving on in 2021.
Dec 08, 202028:15
Experiences as a black female trainer in the Australian fitness industry Pt 2
In part 2 of this series, join Tee and special guest Denise Muzinda, a Zimbabwean born fitness trainer based in Melbourne, Australia. Be inspired as Denise talks about her journey in the industry and gives us a fresh perspective on her experiences. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee and Denise!
Oct 27, 202046:11
Experiences as a black female trainer in the Australian fitness industry Pt 1
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics published on July 2020, Australia has a total population of approximately 25 million people. Approximately 1.6% of that population is made up of people born in Africa. With that in mind, in part 1 of this series- Tee shares with us her experiences as a Zimbabwean born trainer who emigrated from the UK ; how/why she left her law career to venture into fitness; steps to success in founding Fitness To A Tee within a gym in Melbourne; the positives and the challenges. Prepare to be inspired as she documents her story for those in hers and the next generation. Come sit with Tee under the shady tree!
Sep 24, 202040:56
Top 10 Life + Health Lessons As I Turn 40!
As Tee turns 40, she gives you her top 10 lessons on drinking from the fountain of youth/health; love; friendships; business/careers + harnessing the power of your mind. Enjoy!
Aug 01, 202048:54
Be You: Everything style with guest Zee of Style By Zee!
In today's guest interview, Tee chats with Zareen Zeenath - mum of 1, entrepreneur + founder of Style By Zee, Melbourne. Listen in as they chat about finding your authentic style; life purpose and other issues such as mental health. Come and sit under the shady tree with Tee!
Jul 08, 202031:56
Overcoming grief Pt 2: Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust team share!
Tee founded the Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust, Zimbabwe in 2011 after her mum Elizabeth passed from cancer in 2010. The ECCT supports marginalised cancer patients and their families with pain management; healthy food hampers and education for their children. In this episode, join Tee and ECCT team members Francis Nyachowe and Portia Gwata as they share about the impact the ECCT has had on them; on the families and what the needs are amongst the COVID-19 crisis.
Jun 26, 202030:18
Embracing your emotions whilst leading others!
Join Tee in today's guest interview where she talks with Florida, USA based leadership expert Jamay Fisher! Jamay is an Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership + Policy Studies at the University of South Florida, USA and runs her own leadership coaching business - Leading Lavishly www.leadinglavishly.com. Come sit under the shady tree with both Tee and Jamay!
Jun 16, 202042:25
Boost your confidence + self-esteem!
In this episode, Tee talks about her own previous struggles with her confidence; and how she overcame them. She gives you her top tips to help you increase your confidence and self-esteem. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee!
Jun 06, 202021:41
Your Food Journey
In this episode Tee talks about her personal food journey, including her past dysfunctional relationship with it & how she overcame it. She then gives you her top tips on a healthy eating lifestyle for yourself. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee!
May 23, 202030:00
Fitness Fundamentals
In this episode Tee - who's soon turning 40 years old, talks bout her own fitness journey over the years & gives you her 5 top tips on starting and maintaining your own journey. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee!
May 16, 202023:51
Grappling With & Overcoming Grief Pt I
In today's monthly grief episode, Tee goes into her personal story of the events around and how she dealt with her mum's battle with breast cancer from 2003, up until her death in 2010. From her pain, came the birth of the Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust, Zimbabwe which Tee founded in 2011. The Trust supports underprivileged cancer patients and their families with pain management therapies; healthy food hampers and school fees for their kids. Come sit under the shady tree with Tee for some real talk!
May 06, 202034:05
Interview with Fitness Legend Otis Goredema.
Come and sit with us under the shady tree today as I chat with Zimbabwean based Fitness Legend; Coach/Mentor; Personal Trainer & champion Bodybuilder Otis Goredema. Join us as we talk about his journey; business; his top mindset, exercise + nutrition tips plus how to look positively at the lockdown situation.
Apr 29, 202048:59
A Leaf From Tee's Isolation Diary
In today's first full episode, I talk about my personal thoughts on our current situation with COVID and lockdown. Come and sit with me under the shady tree as I chat about my late parents; the positives and practical steps that we can take in this global crisis.
Apr 22, 202020:18
What's Under the Tree with Tee?
Welcome to the intro episode of the brand new podcast "Under the Tree with Tee"! In this intro, Tee gives you a snippet of who she is and what you can expect from this podcast. The first episode will be published weekly from Wednesday 22 April 2020! She welcomes you...so come sit under the tree with Tee!
Apr 16, 202005:43