Iris van der Zanden

Iris van der Zanden is an experienced professional in the fields of lifestyle, movement sciences, and mental well-being. As the host of the podcast "Mens zijn, hoe doe je dat?" since December 2020, Iris aims to inspire and motivate individuals to connect with themselves and the world through discussions on thoughts, patterns, and behaviors. With a long-standing role as a lecturer and coach at Fontys International Lifestyle Studies since January 2014, Iris guides students in trend research and concept creation related to lifestyle. Additionally, Iris authored the book "Chronische Vermoeidheid, nooit meer!" addressing chronic fatigue and its common challenges. Other roles include serving as a skipper for Amorgos Zeilvakanties, maintaining a personal blog about life in Amsterdam, and past experiences in various academic and practical capacities related to sport and health sciences. Iris holds a Master of Science in Human Movement Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and a Bachelor of Science in the same field, signifying a strong educational foundation in relevant areas.