My journey I became passionate about health and fitness when I was 16 years old. I had been struggling with a weight problem that began in childhood and escalated shortly after my parents’ divorce. I turned to food for comfort; every time I felt threatened or heard arguments, I would stuff my pain using food. […]
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You can be an amazing trainer, with cutting edge programs, selling solid products but if you don’t have a powerful and compelling story that captures your target audience, it will be hard to stand out in a crowded industry. At the end of the day, you are selling yourself, YOU are your brand. […]
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The fitness industry is growing rapidly and as a health professional there are unlimited career options. From selling products, to bootcamp classes, to 1 on 1 training, to online training there are so many different directions you can take your business. I know from experience that going solo and making the transition to entrepreneurship is […]
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I blew out my 27th birthday candles, it seemed as though things we’re really starting to fall into place. I built a business from scratch and had it up and running for over 2 years,and I am always surrounded by the most positive and uplifting people. I couldn’t ask for more, everything I’ve ever wanted […]
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As race day approaches, I really started taking the time to reevaluate my whole journey and experience thus far. Through the rigorous training, the miles of running and cycling, the lonely nights in the pool, I have been able to connect with myself more than ever before. It’s been such a life changing experience to […]
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When I was growing up I remember my mom telling me I was “unemotional” and reserved. I didn’t really know what she meant when she used to say this. I went through life always having my guard up, getting the tasks done, and never really connecting with my own emotions. I had friends often say […]
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When I was 18 years old, I already had a vision set out for my future. It was very clear, I saw myself running a personal training business, writing books, and doing motivational speaking. When I was finished University, I still held onto this vision. It was a stressful time, being 22 years old right […]
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You’d never guess but I was one of the most self-destructive people with a very bad sense of self. It’s interesting how people can go through life putting on a facade, this is what I did for many years. People saw me as an extrovert, fitness enthusiast, an empowering and positive individual. I allowed people […]
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How do you love yourself? What do you do to show yourself love? Actions always speak louder than words. You can practice all the positive affirmations you want but ultimately it’s the things you do on a consistent basis to show yourself self-compassion and love that matter. I’ve spent years trying to gain a deeper […]
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When I was a child and things we’re a choatic in my household, I would turn to food as a way to comfort my feelings. Food was always available, I didn’t realize it at the time, but when I look back now it is clear to me that I was an emotional eater. As I […]
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My last blog was about learning to love your body and embracing the term ” strong is the new sexy”. Now although this is true and is definately a shift in the right direction when it comes to body acceptance, there is still a missing piece of the puzzle. On our journey to embracing our […]
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