Confessions of a Group X Instructor

What does your poop have to say about your health? Let’s talk about it.  Nicole Printon is BACK, by popular demand,  for another episode with a nutrition focus. Nicole talks about why we need to pay attention to our stools and what we can do if we experience abnormal bowel movements.  Free download with a Natural Constipation Remedy for download:  https://www.nicoleprinton.com/ Instagram:  https:/...

Dive into episode 49 and be inspired to apply a coaching style while teaching your classes. Learn why Ellen de Werd refers to it as a "power move" ⚡️ Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendewerd⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/ellen.dewerd⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ellendew...

As seen on the TODAY Show—Television Fitness Professional Dane Robinson is a Certified Personal Trainer and Performance Enhancement Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He's held almost every job in the fitness industry from mopping floors at Bally Total Fitness, to personal and group training in boutique studios, all the way to regional department management with Onelife Fi...

Within 24 hours of hearing the news, Ellen de Werd drops her raw, uncut, thoughts and feelings about Team Beachbody, and network marketing in general. Ellen gets vulnerable in a way that she hasn't before and opens up about how addiction played a role in her drive to the top of the "coach network". As she meanders through the story she gives her two cents for those who might feel like the floor ju...

Once in a while, a hard conversation can become the catalyst for a better class experience. When does a member's disruptive behavior cross a line? What are the best ways to respond to the situation? Tune in for episode 46 as Ellen examines this relevant issue. Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠https://ww...

Heather Gardner is back again...but this time to talk about bodybuilding and her journey to the top! Heather gets into ALL the details! She tells us who can do it and how to do it! She gets real about the struggles and the glory of it all. And her confession will make you laugh out loud! Follow heather: IG https://www.instagram.com/heather_gardner_ifbbpro/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/heather.gard...

In the blink of an eye, a tragic accident left Heather Garder without a husband. During a routine outing on the water, a hidden undertow turned her and her 3 kid's world upside down. This episode is heart wrenching and heartwarming as Heather shares how she has learned to survive in the aftermath of devastation. IG: https://www.instagram.com/heather_gardner_ifbbpro/ IG Hot Widowed Mess: https:...

Mikki Baguio is a Fitness coach through nutrition guidance, personal training and group training. She started in the indusrty at age 16. That was 39 years and and she still LOVES it! Mikki has a BS in Exercise Science, and a minor in biology. She has a host of specialty certifications. Mikki is an Orange Theory coach in the Portland, OR area. She is the wife of "big" Joe, mother of 3 won...

Are there things we should consider when planning to attend another instructor's class? 100% yes! There is away to to do it well and not so well. Tune in for Ellen's advice on how to be the very best student possible when attending another instructor's class. Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠...

Ever thought the next step for you might be becoming a Master Trainer? Teaching teachers is a high calling. It is an appealing position for great group fitness instructors because it allows their circumference influence to grow. Learn from Ellen about what it takes.   Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠ht...

Want to be harder to kill? LIFT WEIGHTS for strength. In this solo episode, Ellen talks about the benefits of lifting weights, the difference between strength and endurance, the role of muscle fiber type, the correlation between longevity and muscle mass, and the adaptation response. Thank you so much for listening! Abstract: https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/187/5/1102/4582884?login=true Check...

Ever thought about becoming a Group Fitness director? In this episode, Mariah, regional group fitness manager with Chuze Fitness talks about her favorite parts of the job, and the biggest challenges, and gives advice for those interested in stepping into admin! Instagram  @mariahlamattina LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahlamattina/ Tim Sanders said, "Your network is your net worth&...

In this short episode, Ellen outlines best practices for a stellar 💫 class intro! Gain class control with a command presence Smile Avoid body “leaks” Over-rehearse your class description so you can deliver it naturally  Be short and concise Include pregnant pauses Lower pitch Manage expectations  Calm fears Include logistics

Tune in for Ellen's TOP Tips on cueing like a boss!! El's Pro Tips 💝 Keep concise Time well Intonate Lower pitch Modulate vocal intensity Mic up Use inclusive language  Frame positively Add anticipatory cues Sprinkle in non-verbal Consider learning styles Create unique verbiage Avoid tics Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘...

Exercise, Nutrition, and Cognition Exercise has been shown to increase BDNF, brain-derived neurotrophic factor.  BDNF is a protein that supports the survival, growth, and differentiation of neurons. It is essential for neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to adapt and reorganize itself by forming new neural connections.  BDNF is heavily involved in memory formation and learning. Higher levels...

🛌 Circadian rhythm is a natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours. It is driven by an internal "biological clock" located in the brain's hypothalamus. This rhythm affects various bodily functions, including hormone release, eating habits, digestion, body temperature, and other vital bodily functions. The most notable effect of c...

Show host, Ellen de Werd, talks vulnerably about the hardest professional decision she's made in a long time and how the consequences of her big decision could ultimately affect her happiness. She provides 3 tips to help navigate the rough waters of BIG DECISIONS. Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠ht...

We all face the "Summer Doldrums" when class numbers dwindle the nicer the weather gets! What can we do about it? How should we handle it? Tune in as Mary Camu shares her 5 tips for handling this season. Follow Mary https://www.instagram.com/moondance_photo/ Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠ht...

Meet this BOSS lady, CEO, and Founder of WERQfitness...Haley Struxness. Haley and Ellen meet and talk for the very first time during this episode and hit it off like two peas in a pod. Haley shares her wealth of expertise about how to be your own brand. After years of dance and sports, Haley Struxness launched her career in Group Fitness Instruction in 2004 and now owns WERQ Dance Fitness, a natio...

In this episode, Amy Boone Thompson, owner, and CEO of IDEA Health & Fitness Association (the world's leading organization of fitness and wellness professionals), speaks about the importance of being kind to ourselves and about how confidence can open doors (and dreams) in our industry. Amy talks with host Ellen de Werd about her inspiring career path and how it has evolved over the years....

Ruben is back! This episode shines some light on PRIDE for us as we celebrate Pride Month. Ruben Pereyra is the Senior Fitness Director at WESLEY Senior Homes in Des Moines. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and is a certified ACE personal trainer, Parkinson's Fitness Specialist, Senior Fitness Specialist, WA Certified Coach, and Speaker specializing in Senior Populations. For th...

Is the art of "freestyle" fading? Tune in and be inspired by guest, Marilyn Hinson, as she talks about the ART of freestyle 🎨 Marilyn Hinson is a highly accomplished dancer and educator with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Juilliard and a Master's degree from UCLA, both in dance. She performed professionally with Dance LA and went on to found the dance program at Missouri Valley Colleg...

Got something to say? Have a powerful "WHY" behind it? Ellen talks about the investment of: 🕰️Time 💰Money ⚡️Energy She details HOW to get started. This episode has a double confession at the end...so buckle up and dive in! Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendew...

Wish you could find your PEOPLE on Instagram? Tune in and catch Ellen's quick debrief on exactly how she has grown her business, made genuine connections with the RIGHT people, and has found enjoyment in the process. Thank you so much for listening! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠ 🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendewerd⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https:...

Ruben is a wealth of wisdom! In this episode, he lays out 3 specific ways: 🧠 Special Populations  🌟Marketing Yourself  🧍🏻🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏿‍♂️Building Community to RISE UP , ELEVATE , and EVOLVE yourselves! Ruben Pereyra is the Senior Fitness Director at WESLEY Senior Homes in Des Moines. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and is a certified ACE personal trainer, Parkinson's Fitness...