Super Nova of The Month: Beth Finch
Congratulations to Beth, Our May SuperNova!
Beth’s Breakthrough: From Setbacks to SuperNova
Beth joined Nova in December 2022 and right from the start, she hit the ground running - earning her first SuperNova nomination in August 2023.
Like many, her journey started with ups and downs - making progress, followed by setbacks.
But what makes Beth stand out now is her willingness to try new things, adjust her approach, and stay consistent with foundational habits - both in and out of the gym.
Her recent progress is proof that success is inevitable when you are willing to challenge yourself and stick with the plan.
It’s not about being perfect, but about being consistent long enough to let the process work.
Beth has done exactly that, which is why she’s once again earned the title of SuperNova.
👉 Check out the interview with Beth below to see the habits, mindset and lifestyle shifts that helped her reach her goals.
Mindset & Motivation
How have you been able to stay motivated over the years to get the results you have achieved? Is there a particular WHY behind your actions - something that fuels your consistency?
“Big motivation is turning 50 this year. I’ve never been a heavy drinker, but over the last few years I noticed that my efforts were wasted if I was consuming alcohol. I grew tired of waking up every morning with the same regrets.. asking myself “why did I eat that?” “Why did I drink that?”. I would go way over in calories because for me food and wine just go together. The scale wouldn’t budge and my body fat % wouldn’t go down. I committed to a dry January and felt so good I decided to continue. I will only have a drink if it’s a super special occasion. This has been the single biggest factor that’s helped me stay consistent in trying to achieve the “D” shape on the InBody Report.”
What are some of the biggest mindset shifts or perspective changes you’ve made over the years that have transformed the way you approach your health and fitness?
“Focusing on body composition as opposed to the weight number on the scale has been a big shift. My coaches know - I hate the scale and because of that I would avoid getting on the InBody. Rather than focus on weight, I now focus on my muscle mass and body fat mass because I want to go into the next decade stronger and leaner, not just skinnier.”
Training & Progress
What does your current training program look like and why does this routine work for you?
“Monday, Wednesday, Friday at Nova. Combination of heavy strength training with some HIIT training. I really look forward to my Fridays because my husband and I work out together. I meet my daily step goal of 10,000
and try to incorporate another activity 2 x/week like pilates, pickle ball or just a 20 minute run. The 3 strength workouts are a must but if the extras don’t happen occasionally, I don’t stress about it.”
Lifestyle Changes & Challenges
What are the biggest challenges or setbacks that you’ve had to face along the way? How did you overcome them?
“In the past I would see small results but it was always up and down. Nothing would stick long enough to see great progress. I go back to my answer for question #1 - my biggest challenge was probably alcohol in my lifestyle - once I overcame this, the rollercoaster of results stopped. This change has helped me to stay consistent and see more progress.”
What specific routines, habits or ‘hacks’ do you think have contributed the most to your success?
“Fiber and water! Both help keep me feeling full for longer. Eating high protein in a calorie deficit can make it difficult to get enough fiber so if I need to I’ll add a fiber supplement to my smoothie. It also sounds really boring but I go to bed early on week nights. I track my sleep with a Whoop and if I get consistent, good quality sleep then everything is better.”
Future Focus
We see the list of tangible accomplishments you have made but in your own words, how would you say these accomplishments have allowed you to improve your quality of life? For example, have you been able to do new things that you could not before or has it positively impacted the lives of others you care about?
"As a parent I’m aware that my behaviour is always being observed by our kids. It’s super gratifying to see them growing up to be physically active too, playing team sports and enjoying their own workouts.”
What’s next for you? Do you have any new fitness or health goals you're working toward?
“My next phase will be increasing weights and paying closer attention to strength. I would like to get to a 200 lb hip thruster though as I’m focused on building leg and glute strength! My goal is also to stay consistent as we spend our first summer at the cottage. We’ll put together a small “gym” in the boathouse, just some free weights and bands. The longer term goal is to improve some of my metrics like daily steps and VO2 max.”
In her interview, Beth talks about how the InBody analysis provided her a better indication of her progress. She also highlights the lifestyle habits that matter most - mindset, strength training, steps, nutrition and sleep. This aligns perfectly with the direction we’re heading at Nova: becoming a team focused on the 5 Pillars of Health (Mindset, Movement, Nutrition, Stress, and Recovery) for ultimate success. Any health and fitness goal you have is easy to achieve when you consider this holistic approach.
