On this episode we pass the mic to fitness professional, mother, wife extraordinaire, Colleen Freese, as she gives her top 5 quick and dirty tips for keeping balance while handling multiple life responsibilities and circumstances. About Colleen—Colleen developed a deep-rooted love for group fitness over ten years ago as a student, and knew that she had found her calling as an instructor when she certified in her first specialty format. Colleen is Nationally certified through ACE Fitness where sh...
Aug 17, 2021•10 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, we are joined by industry expert, Pete McCall. Pete McCall is a strength coach, fitness instructor, author of Ageless Intensity: Effective Workouts to Slow the Aging Process and Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple, education consultant, public speaker and host of the All About Fitness podcast. Get ready to learn a lot as Pete debunks long standing fitness myths both on the business side and science side! Connect with Pete on Instagram! Check out the latest epis...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On this episode, hosts Kia Williams and Lauren George sit down with Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Crystal Chang, to discuss ways that Fitness Instructors and participants can "Find Their Light" in fitness changes during and post COVID-19. Crystal Chang is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor who specializes in helping individuals identify their vocational needs. In 2020, she opened her own private practice, Crystal Clear Counseling and Consulting. Sh...
Feb 27, 2021•23 min•Ep. 10
In this episode Lauren and Kia share their best tips, tricks, apps, and philosophies for keeping up with multiple jobs, developing new projects, running their households, and maintaining their social calendar (aka zoom happy hour) while attempting to stay sane!
Dec 09, 2020•21 min•Ep. 9
When you are mastering a new class format or teaching multiple formats at the same time, it can be easy for your brain to become overwhelmed! In this episode, Kia and Lauren share their best tips and tricks for creating and memorizing choreography.
Oct 30, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On this episode, we sit down with fitness industry expert and icon, Lawrence Biscontini, https://www.findlawrence.com/thebigdeal. Lawrence Biscontini shares his wisdom and advice on the importance of community, reasons for meaningful connections, and ways of remaining socially and spiritually connected despite physical distancing. Lawrence Biscontini, MA, has made fitness history as a Mindful Movement Specialist winning the highest number of awards from ACE, IDEA & Inner IDEA, Can Fit Pro, a...
Sep 02, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 7
In fitness there is an array of evidence and examples that demonstrate the presence of racial, ethnic, gender, and other disparities in representation, inclusion, diversity, equity, and more. In this episode, we challenge the fitness industry to do better and to lead the charge of positive and sustainable change for other industries to follow. Our host, Kia Williams, contributed to the writing of the 2020 IDEA Health & Fitness Association Equity & Inclusion Pledge that we encourage our l...
Jul 26, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The hosts share their TOP 5 Quick and Dirty Tips For Rebounding and Reopening Your Fitness Doors post COVID-19.
May 08, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, Kia and Lauren pull back the curtain on how Covid-19 and isolation is affecting them both on an emotional level and from a career perspective. They share how they are trying to continue thriving amidst the chaos, keep their businesses going, manage isolation, and what they expect to see when we return to the gym.
Apr 07, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, we explore the pro's and con's of teaching at different types of facilities, what it means to be exclusive to one facility, and how to choose what type of cub is right for you! We'll have the opportunity to hear from two rock stars in our industry, Danica Osborn and Kristina Reese, on their experiences at different gyms. Finally, Kia will share 5 quick and dirty tips for what to look for in a new facility.
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, we will hear from leading fitness experts on how they utilize social media to grow their fitness businesses. Kari Merrill will share with us how she utilizes social media to promote the fitness classes within her health club and grow her own personal brand. Mariah Secrest-Comer will discuss how she utilizes YouTube and Pinterest to grow her online fitness business. Finally, Lauren will share 5 quick and dirty tips to increase your instagram following!
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode you will learn more about Kia and Lauren's background in the fitness industry and their professional fitness journeys. Additionally, they will discuss 10 easy to implement tips to take your fitness classes from good to great!
Jan 08, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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