With a veritable wellness empire behind her name, Lisa Raleigh was the perfect Joburger to chat with for our Wellness issue! Her business incorporates three brands – bounti rebound exercising, Body Kind activewear and Lr Mindful living, which focuses on dietetics, DNA health analysis, supplements and consultations. Want to find out how she stays balanced and her advice to start on your own wellness journey? Read on!
Tell us about how you developed an interest in wellness?
What brings you the most joy from working in the wellness space?
I’ve always said: “Nothing feels as good, as feeling good feels!”. The many testimonials that we receive daily from people FINALLY feeling good for the first time in their lives, is my source of strength. I have clients on weight loss journeys, clients recovering from trauma, clients battling lifestyle diseases and managing excessive stress. Introducing the concept of practical and sustainable wholeness to clients and empowering them to unlock their own potential through a true understanding of their physicality and uniqueness is a joyous journey.
What are some of the challenges that you’ve had to deal with?
What is a key moment in your life?
Is there an activity that you do to feel balanced and in the right headspace?
What advice would you share with someone starting their own wellness journey?
Where do you go when you need to find calm?
Lastly, what is it that you love about living in Joburg?
Joburg is real. A melting pot of talent, diversity, opportunity and creativity. I love all the hidden gems and surprising places. The business pace is intoxicating and I truly admire the tenacity of Joburgers, who continue to innovate and create – against all odds in many cases! We don’t have mountains or sea over here, so we turn towards each other more so than in other places and I love the humanity, warmth and support that Jozi brings out in us all.