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Behind the Stars
Behind the Stars is your all-access pass to the world of performing arts. Whether you're a student, parent, aspiring performer or industry pro, this podcast takes you behind the scenes to explore every facet of the journey — from training and full-time study to life on stage.
Join us as we dive into the real stories, expert insights, and essential topics that matter most: wellbeing, mental health, nutrition, injury prevention, performance psychology, and resilience.
From studio to spotlight, Behind the Stars shines a light on what it truly takes to thrive in the performing arts world — mind, body, and soul.
Behind the Stars
Episode 2 - Fuel your Body and Boost your mood with Malissa Fedele
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In this episode of Behind the Stars, we’re joined by Malissa Fedele — Clinical Nutritionist, performer, and advocate for holistic health — widely known as The Mood Boosting Nutritionist. With her signature passion for helping people thrive, Malissa takes us through the fascinating world where food, performance, and mental wellbeing collide.
Together, we explore how the right nutrition can fuel the body for long rehearsals, intense training schedules, and peak stage performance, while also supporting a strong mindset and emotional resilience. Malissa breaks down practical strategies for performers of all ages to eat in a way that enhances energy, focus, and recovery — without falling into restrictive or harmful habits.
We also dive into deeper conversations around body image, the pressures of social media, and the influence of modern diet culture on young people. Malissa sheds light on the dangers of “quick fix” trends and so-called miracle weight-loss products, offering instead empowering advice on how to help the next generation build balanced, confident, and positive relationships with food.
Whether you’re a dancer, a parent, a teacher, or anyone curious about the powerful link between what we eat and how we feel, this episode is packed with knowledge and inspiration to fuel both body and mind.
To celebrate this launch, Malissa is offering a special 40% off all Good Day Wellness services for the next fortnight. Here is the link if you want to check it out:
https://www.gooddaywellness.com.au/collections/services
If you are a parent who may be interested or know any kids/teens who need some extra support in this area, Malissa would love to see you. To redeem the discount, simply use the code OFFICE at checkout.
Find more from Malissa below...
https://www.malissafedele.com/
https://www.gooddaywellness.com.au/
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