What’s Your GFI

You could look at this episode in a glass half full half empty kind of away. Right now we’re not able to travel so that could make you sad. But knowing that this will pass and you will be able to travel aka Get Out of the House, that could make you happy! I say do the latter and live vicariously now through this chat I had with Barb of Yoga with Barb! She has travelled to some of the most beautifu...

Some people live by the “body is a temple” analogy and that it should be worshiped and adorned. I feel that. Others think the “body is a machine” and it needs to be fueled. I definitely feel that. Is it possible both are right? A little 🇨🇦 content inspiration today from the one and only Alanis Morissette - “I see my body as an instrument rather than an ornament.” Okay I’m off to eat a salad and pu...

Jarvis and Kerrianne met at the gym, he proposed at the gym, if there wasn't a class going on in the studio they probably would've gotten married at the gym too LOL. Love these two!

What happens when you call your partner, who has been teaching way longer than you have, your "lovely" assistant? Oh yeah, he did THAT lol. Not grounds for divorce but 30 participants giving you the stink eye will do wonders for the next time, right Em? Bahahahaha 

Even after 30 years I still struggle sometimes with the perfect balance of personality and necessary information to start some of my fitness classes; and now it's even harder with virtual online and livestreaming workouts! Every time I step up to the camera these days I feel like I'm more on stage than I was at the gym! So I called up my baby sister, Monique, to check-in and ask her for some help...

What do you get when you mix padded bras with a music malfunction? You'll just have to listen to find out LOL. Oh man do I love these two - serious sister goals.  Marking this episode clean although I may have dropped an "S" bomb hahahaha

Optimal recovery depends on the right combination of expert care, physical therapy and probably the most important factor, the patient’s determination to get better. I talk to my good friend Rhonda, a fitness professional of almost 30 years (like me!) about her recent shoulder surgery and get some really good insight into not only the physical but mental and emotional prehab and rehab necessary to...

It’s time to get some deeper insights from my expert guest for this episode; pun totally intended;). Stretch Health Canada's, Rui Saraiva, FST, RMT talks about moving better and achieving optimal strength through flexibility restoration. Translated Instructors:  Basic maintenance on your body is necessary to enjoy and appreciate the perfect life that you want to live.  Rui also drops some gems abo...

Ok you need to get your pen and paper ready to take ALL the notes because this episode is full of information about the evolution of the fitness industry and how to be successful right now from a fitness manager turned entrepreneur, Cheryl of Evolution Fitness & Wellness Solutions (http://www.evolutionfit.ca/). Everything from thinking outside of the box, finding your niche, being your authentic s...

You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream ~ C.S. Lewis oh yeah this quote really spoke to me as I head into my 50th year on this earth LOL. But I really do feel like 50 is the new 30 and I feel great because I’m doing what I love and I hope and wish that for others.

Don't even get me started LOL.  Just listen and learn from Cheryl of Positive Image Fitness about the often challenging but always rewarding world of owning your own fitness business.  Instructors: It's not for the faint of heart. Participants: The work involved on a daily basis to providing quality programming is staggering. Bottom line: Gratitude, drive and taking leaps of faith on everyone's pa...

I get to chat and catch up with my good friend Lisa (Illuminate Your Soul) and you get a ton of information on how to self-care from a fitness professional perspective.  It's a win-win if you ask me:)  Hope you enjoy! Check out Lisa's site for Illuminate Your Soul https://lisasouthall4.wixsite.com/website

Ok so the episode title is total clickbait because everyone knows that whatever activity you choose where you're consistent and that you enjoy will get you results!  But whatever gets you to listen;)  This is a great episode. Kristen of Soul Runners and I talk about all things running but more importantly I attempt to get into her Spring Program by bartering with my Group Fitness Skills. Hey I'm a...

Are you providing live stream classes during this time and if you are, how are you doing? It’s definitely different but currently the new normal for now. Let me know what your thoughts are in the comments and will see you in class! Well at a safe and socially acceptable distance of course LOL

This episode’s quote: “With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt 💜

This is my review of the Collab London Fall 2019 Event where I was the keynote speaker. Spoiler Alert🚨 - It was GREAT! I highly recommend fitness professionals look to networking events as well as any group fitness participants who may be listening to ask your favourite instructor to come out to an event you or your company may be hosting. Sharing is caring!

This episode I share how I prepare for non-fitness speaking engagements ... yeah, it's exactly how I prep for fitness classes lol!  This is not surprising at all but I thought it would make a good episode.  Check it out and listen for the 3 things I do to prepare for fitness classes AND non-fitness events.  Then comment on what you do to prepare for either or both. Would love to hea...

Going to fitness industry events is a no brainer when it comes to meeting like minded fitness professionals like yourself. Think about it though, how likely are they to collaborate with you due to trying to advance their own business or brand? It’s possible but it’s a limited number and if you want more people to know about you and what you have to offer you need to get out there and mingle with a...

Join me while I chat with my good friend Matthew Morris, a fitness professional who supports people on their fitness and health journey as a personal trainer, team training coach AND fitness instructor. If your true goal is to impact as many people as you can then you can't afford to stay in only one area of fitness training.  This is a great listen for group fitness instructors as well as partici...

Kim Basler, Eating Psychology Coach joins us today to talk about the impact of fitness professionals on ones journey to being healthy. This of course is not a rocket science concept. What IS critical is the understanding that ones relationship with food is paramount and how the words or actions on a coach/trainer/instructor's part in this regard can definitely shift things.   Kim can be conta...

Oh who am I kidding, I’d listen to Dr. Alwyn Wong, DC and I talk integrative medicine, his three top tips for fitness instructors/participants for longevity and health in the industry and I actually get the low-down on the Kick Acid Diet, his best-selling book🤩! Spoiler Alert🚨 - The Kick Acid Diet was NOT the original title! You’ll have to listen to find out what it was😉! Hint: He’s a self-proc...

In the midst of presenting at canfitpro World Fitness Expo Toronto 2019, Taryn Alexander and I got together to chat quickly about the topic of nutrition for fitness, sport and life! Taryn is a registered holistic nutritionist and 20-year Group/Team Instructor and Coach and in this episode nothing is sacred, even the topic of “poop”😅! In regards to health that is😉.

International Fitness Trainer for Les Mills UK, coach and entrepreneur Ricky Long shares why you need to train to teach group fitness, not only physically but mentally as well. 

In this episode, I talk to my good friend Wendy Dodds, Group Fitness Instructor and Wellness Entrepreneur about building your tribe and how you may lose a few on your way ... up. Wendy shares her amazing transformation story and gives her top three strategies for success in both group fitness, the wellness industry and life in general.  Instructors and participants will get a ton of value from thi...

If you haven’t heard of him, you need to go right now and check him out! Owner, head coach and lead author at Syatt Fitness, Jordan has been featured in CNN, Men’s Fitness etc and perhaps the biggest accomplishment as Gary Vanyerchuk’s trainer🙌🏾🤩! And if you don’t know who THAT is, you seriously need to go and find out lol. Jordan has a literal 2 minutes free between speaking engagements and tr...