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Wednesday, July 3, 2019
MIND BODY LIFE BALANCE
By Marg Anderson
Finding a work-life balance is a very popular topic at the moment. Do you feel that the time spent on work outweighs the time you have for self, family, friends, relaxation or exercise? With so many balls to juggle life generally can become quite overwhelming and stressful. Usually the first thing to be thrown out of balance are our schedules, self-time or exercise time. It is easy to get stuck in a daily routine. While unhealthy or unhappy routines are not good for your mind body and soul, healthy and balanced routines are wonderful!!
What does life balance really mean?
What would a balanced life look like to you?
Most importantly, how do we go about achieving it in the midst of our crazy schedules?
The good news is that we can easily practice mindfulness, tune in to the pulse of our life, prioritise and take control.
Creating balance isn’t about cramming in as many things as you can in your everyday life. It is important to take time out and look at all aspects of your life and decide what areas are most valuable to you and where you feel their is an imbalance. What actions can you take to prioritise these valuable areas of your life? Create a list of actions you would like to implement. Be realistic and set yourself up for success! Work through them one by one- no action is too small- making small, achievable changes in all aspects of your life will mean you are more likely to commit to them.
Listed below are 5 simple ideas you can adopt to start you on the journey to health, well-being and to help bring your lifestyle into balance.
TURN IT OFF –
Turning off your devices for just a few hours each day has great benefits. Improved sleep, lower anxiety, better social connections and being more present in the current moment.
This is an easy way to help balance out time with your partner or family when you have strong work commitments. You can still work at home in the evenings/weekends if necessary but perhaps you can put aside a set time when you can focus all your attention on your loved ones. This way you are 100% present for the time you do have with them and the quality of the time is much higher.
Perhaps the whole family can try phone stacking for an hour so each night over dinnertime? (placing all your devices in a designated place for the agreed time frame.) Alternatively, on weekends, totally commit to watching the kids weekend sport without checking your phone.
This is an easy way to help balance out time with your partner or family when you have strong work commitments. You can still work at home in the evenings/weekends if necessary but perhaps you can put aside a set time when you can focus all your attention on your loved ones. This way you are 100% present for the time you do have with them and the quality of the time is much higher.
Perhaps the whole family can try phone stacking for an hour so each night over dinnertime? (placing all your devices in a designated place for the agreed time frame.) Alternatively, on weekends, totally commit to watching the kids weekend sport without checking your phone.
TRIM IT–
If your schedule is overflowing and trying to manage it all is exhausting you then its time to set some boundaries. SAY NO to everything that is either not essential or doesn’t add something valuable to your life. This is easier said than done but it’s time to be ruthless! Get yourself a calendar and REALISTICALLY schedule your time. Include basic non-negotiables like ‘lunch time’ and ‘travel time’ in between commitments. Then add in the extras and if it doesn’t fit, then it’s a NO. This way you can be present at the events you do attend, without distraction or constantly thinking about “what’s next” or rushing to a following commitment.
MINIMISE TOXINS –
Toxins can be anything that has an adverse effect on your life, mind , body and soul. It is time to shut out any negative influences.
The people who drag you down instead of lift you up- complainers, whiners, poor attitudes. Minimise your exposure to these people as much as you can. Surround yourself with positive, supportive, happy people instead!
Social media accounts that don’t add value to your life and make you feel bad about yourself. Unfollow!
Negative thoughts that creep in when you’re not looking. Practice gratitude. If you are a morning person- when you wake up think of 1 thing that you are grateful for. If you are a night person- before bed. You can just think it or you can say it out loud/ tell your partner/ write it down. Do this every day and it quickly becomes easier and easier. There is no wrong answer! When you begin, it may be things like 'sunshine' and 'the ocean' but you will quickly move onto to more specific and heartfelt ones.
Do at least one thing every day that makes you happy- if you think you will forget schedule it into your calendar or set yourself a reminder on your phone.
The people who drag you down instead of lift you up- complainers, whiners, poor attitudes. Minimise your exposure to these people as much as you can. Surround yourself with positive, supportive, happy people instead!
Social media accounts that don’t add value to your life and make you feel bad about yourself. Unfollow!
Negative thoughts that creep in when you’re not looking. Practice gratitude. If you are a morning person- when you wake up think of 1 thing that you are grateful for. If you are a night person- before bed. You can just think it or you can say it out loud/ tell your partner/ write it down. Do this every day and it quickly becomes easier and easier. There is no wrong answer! When you begin, it may be things like 'sunshine' and 'the ocean' but you will quickly move onto to more specific and heartfelt ones.
Do at least one thing every day that makes you happy- if you think you will forget schedule it into your calendar or set yourself a reminder on your phone.
EMBRACE HEALTH AND WELLNESS –
Your health is bound to affect the other aspects of your life. It’s important to invest in your physical and mental wellbeing, for yourself and your family. Eat healthy, get enough sleep, stay hydrated, and work out regularly. Regular exercise doesn’t have to be a chore. With so many gyms, studios, on line classes and open-air facilities around these days it’s easy to find an activity you may like.
Exercise and its ability to reduce stress has been long known, however new research shows how physical activity impacts our work-life balance. Commitment to fitness was shown to increase feelings of competence, which extended to the workplace and home life. Regular exercise was also seen to be effective at empowering people to deal with life issues, resulting in less stress, greater productivity and overall a more happy, more balanced lifestyle.
Signing up for a class isn’t always necessary. Just start by making a commitment to yourself that you will do some sort of regular activity each day.
If you’re new to exercise or don’t enjoy it use my 5-minute rule. Commit to just 5mins. Usually the first 5mins is the hardest. Once the endorphins start to kick in you usually find you already feel better already and that 5min can be increased easily!
You can simply make time during your day for some incidental fitness like a quick walk at lunch time or make an effort to take the stairs regularly or walk + talk to another co-worker rather than email them. By simply adding these small changes each day you will become more productive, less stressed, feel happier, have less aches and pains and sleep better!
Or if you feel you need more support to make the change, you can always seek the services of a qualified lifestyle wellness coach or fitness professional.
Exercise and its ability to reduce stress has been long known, however new research shows how physical activity impacts our work-life balance. Commitment to fitness was shown to increase feelings of competence, which extended to the workplace and home life. Regular exercise was also seen to be effective at empowering people to deal with life issues, resulting in less stress, greater productivity and overall a more happy, more balanced lifestyle.
Signing up for a class isn’t always necessary. Just start by making a commitment to yourself that you will do some sort of regular activity each day.
If you’re new to exercise or don’t enjoy it use my 5-minute rule. Commit to just 5mins. Usually the first 5mins is the hardest. Once the endorphins start to kick in you usually find you already feel better already and that 5min can be increased easily!
You can simply make time during your day for some incidental fitness like a quick walk at lunch time or make an effort to take the stairs regularly or walk + talk to another co-worker rather than email them. By simply adding these small changes each day you will become more productive, less stressed, feel happier, have less aches and pains and sleep better!
Or if you feel you need more support to make the change, you can always seek the services of a qualified lifestyle wellness coach or fitness professional.
TREAT YOURSELF-
Every now and again take time out for yourself…that’s right some YOU time. Remember the calendar we talked about earlier? Schedule in some “you time”. Weather it is once a week or once a month, be consistent. Block the time out and book yourself into whatever you feel like you need.
Get a pedicure or a facial, watch your favourite sport, schedule a massage or take some time in the countryside or a long walk along the beach.
It doesn’t need to be costly even a small treat like a glass of wine, your favourite coffee or tea, a delightfully scented candle, or time alone to read your favourite book / magazine can start to improve your health which improves all aspects of life.
You may even want to treat yourself to one of Marg’s specialty Life In Balance VINO VINYASA classes!!The next one is coming up May 30th.
Get a pedicure or a facial, watch your favourite sport, schedule a massage or take some time in the countryside or a long walk along the beach.
It doesn’t need to be costly even a small treat like a glass of wine, your favourite coffee or tea, a delightfully scented candle, or time alone to read your favourite book / magazine can start to improve your health which improves all aspects of life.
You may even want to treat yourself to one of Marg’s specialty Life In Balance VINO VINYASA classes!!The next one is coming up May 30th.
REMEMBER TO HAVE FUN-
Remember to laugh, joke, play, find your sense of humour. Be kind to yourself- when you're happy everything seems like it’s finally IN BALALNCE.
Marg works as a Cert IV Personal Trainer / Yoga Instructor and Certified Lifestyle / Wellness Coach with over 30yrs industry experience and is a WA and National Fitness Industry award winner. Marg works towards helping people establish, prioritise and implement change into their everyday lives to help them come back to a more balanced place. Head over to Regenerate Personal Training, the Ultimate Fusion of Fitness and Wellbeing, to learn more or contact Marg for more information about living a more balanced life!
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Life in Balance VINO YINYASA PERTH
VINO VINYASA
Did you know that Perth has been experiencing Sunset Rooftop VinoVinyasa™ classes since Sept 2017 and loving it!
What could be more fun than this?
A great new class designed to incorporate yoga, fitness, fun + wine all in one night!
Flow, breathe, relax and sip your way through a yoga class accessible for all levels of fitness with upbeat music and a friendly environment suitable for first-timers or experienced yogis.
This concept truly brings it all together on the mat.
Marg from Vino Vinyasa wants you to know that there is a Life is to be lived, Yoga to be practised and Wine to be appreciated. So….Wine Yoga? Wine Not? It’s all about balance!
Perth has been experiencing Sunset Rooftop VinoVinyasa™ classes since Sept 2017 and loving it! What could be more fun than this? A great new class designed to incorporate yoga, fitness, fun + wine all in one night! Flow, breathe, relax and sip your way through a yoga class accessible for all levels of fitness with upbeat music and a friendly environment suitable for first-timers or experienced yogis. This concept truly brings it all together on the mat.
The word “Yogi” conjures many thoughts for people. My interpretation is to live a healthy, balanced life that enables me to connect positively to my own life and the life of my participants, indulging in life’s pleasures occasionally.
YOGA is such a buzzword or thing right now right?
We see social media going crazy depicting yoga poses that the average person reels at and actively wants to avoid. We see Goat Yoga classes springing up, Dog / Puppy Yoga, Cat / Kitten Yoga (yes I teach this one too for the love of felines and CatHavenWA). So why not Wine Yoga or as I have registered my business “VinoVinyasa™”? A class that’s achievable for everyone complete with a little end reward!
On first consideration, drinking and yoga may seem rather incompatible and may seem like an unlikely blend, however there is a parallel / connection between the benefits of being on the mat and an occasional wine. You may have reservations about combining the two but you’ll soon come to try, taste and trust that: these two contrasting activities can actually come together to create a truly relaxing and rejuvenating experience.
Appreciation of the finer things in life can be a beautiful balance of many elements. Time on the yoga mat whether as a participant or as an instructor doesn’t mean you cannot indulge in life’s pleasures…yes like drinking wine. Even the yoga guru Deepak Chopra has published an article on the benefits of an occasional wine! Yoga has many benefits and when practised over time mindfully will bring you to a wonderful state of greater awareness and bliss. If consumed moderately Wine may provide some health benefits but when consumed mindfully via meditation it provides a blissful state of appreciation and awareness.
The Wine mediation becomes a sensual appreciation of all the process that lovingly brought the fruit of the vine to that particular moment. From the planting of the vines to the bottled result, from the glass in your hand to the appreciation of our sense of sight, smell and taste. From the colour and viscosity, to the aroma, to finally the sensation on our tongues and finally the sensation of allowing the first sip to enter our body. Allowing full appreciation of each sip to mindfully and totally immerse in the meditation and sensations that arise.
In today’s society there is huge need for more people to exercise. Vino Vinyasa is a creative way to include some work / life / wellness / balance to the mix. Pairing yoga and wine is a great way to “wine down” as we say at VinoVinyasa after a long week at work, time with the kids, running your own business or just living life. It’s a way to spend time with friends, and enjoy a great yoga class and a relaxing meditative wine appreciation savasana at the end.
Renewing yourself, living consciously and having fun are important. Focusing on what makes you feel good in an environment where you can combine some of life’s little indulgences whatever the activity can only be a positive step towards allowing your self to stop and smell the grapes for a while! So practice yoga with fun and appreciate your wine with respect and in moderation. Whatever brings them to the mat I say; something is always better than nothing. Life is to be lived, Yoga is to be practised and Wine it to be appreciated.
So….Wine Yoga? Wine Not? It’s all about balance!
See you on the mat.
Namaste.
Marg AndersonFriday, November 2, 2018
Beat Your Mesothelioma with Exercise
Beat
Your Mesothelioma with Exercise for Healthy Lung Month
In observance of healthy lung month, you should try getting
plenty of exercise to fight back against mesothelioma. All over the world,
people are learning more about ways to keep their lungs healthy, and you should
be made aware of the benefits of exercise if you're suffering from mesothelioma
cancer.
Is Physical Activity Helpful in Fighting Cancer?
In the past, medical professionals treated people who had cancer like invalids who couldn't be trusted to eat, sleep, or walk around by themselves. However, the idea that bedrest is the best way to beat cancer is seriously outdated, and all of the latest research indicates that exercise can help the body muster its resources and combat cancer in a highly effective way. It's been found that physical activity helps cancer patients sleep better, have more energy, increase their muscle mass, and reduce cancer-related stresses on their bodies.
Exercise also mitigates the effects of chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy, which is a terrible condition that can occur as a consequence of anti-cancer drugs. Most importantly, exercise improves a cancer patients' general mood and outlook on life, and a body that is mobilized with positivity is much more likely to make a full recovery. Even the American Cancer Society has confirmed scientific findings that show the importance of staying active if you have cancer, which just goes to show that exercising when you have cancer is becoming more and more mainstream.
What Are the Best Exercises for Mesothelioma Patients?
Since mesothelioma affects the lungs, people with this rare type of cancer may have trouble exercising in the ways that they used to enjoy. However, this doesn't mean that mesothelioma patients are condemned to staying in their rooms all day without access to fresh air or physical activity. In fact, there are plenty of exercises that people with mesothelioma can do that don't require strenuous breathing or other highly demanding movements or actions. Here are a few examples of life-affirming exercises that mesothelioma patients can do that will enliven their bodies and clear their minds:
1. Walking
While you might feel that running or jogging is the best way to get exercise, these activities are highly strenuous, and mesothelioma patients might have trouble drawing enough breath to keep up with the pace of their legs. However, your mesothelioma can't stop you from taking a meandering walk around the lake or down your favorite nature trail. Even if it's just around the block, going out for a quick walk will get your heart rate going and enhance muscle tone.
2. Strength Training
Stepping on an elliptical or running on a treadmill might be too difficult for people with mesothelioma, but lifting weights is a great alternative to these activities. Since chemotherapy and radiation therapy can negatively impact your bone density, strength training is also a great way to shore up your bone health.
3. Stretching
Whether you opt for yoga or simple calisthenics, doing stretching exercises can help your body feel better and make your muscles stronger.
Is Physical Activity Helpful in Fighting Cancer?
In the past, medical professionals treated people who had cancer like invalids who couldn't be trusted to eat, sleep, or walk around by themselves. However, the idea that bedrest is the best way to beat cancer is seriously outdated, and all of the latest research indicates that exercise can help the body muster its resources and combat cancer in a highly effective way. It's been found that physical activity helps cancer patients sleep better, have more energy, increase their muscle mass, and reduce cancer-related stresses on their bodies.
Exercise also mitigates the effects of chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy, which is a terrible condition that can occur as a consequence of anti-cancer drugs. Most importantly, exercise improves a cancer patients' general mood and outlook on life, and a body that is mobilized with positivity is much more likely to make a full recovery. Even the American Cancer Society has confirmed scientific findings that show the importance of staying active if you have cancer, which just goes to show that exercising when you have cancer is becoming more and more mainstream.
What Are the Best Exercises for Mesothelioma Patients?
Since mesothelioma affects the lungs, people with this rare type of cancer may have trouble exercising in the ways that they used to enjoy. However, this doesn't mean that mesothelioma patients are condemned to staying in their rooms all day without access to fresh air or physical activity. In fact, there are plenty of exercises that people with mesothelioma can do that don't require strenuous breathing or other highly demanding movements or actions. Here are a few examples of life-affirming exercises that mesothelioma patients can do that will enliven their bodies and clear their minds:
1. Walking
While you might feel that running or jogging is the best way to get exercise, these activities are highly strenuous, and mesothelioma patients might have trouble drawing enough breath to keep up with the pace of their legs. However, your mesothelioma can't stop you from taking a meandering walk around the lake or down your favorite nature trail. Even if it's just around the block, going out for a quick walk will get your heart rate going and enhance muscle tone.
2. Strength Training
Stepping on an elliptical or running on a treadmill might be too difficult for people with mesothelioma, but lifting weights is a great alternative to these activities. Since chemotherapy and radiation therapy can negatively impact your bone density, strength training is also a great way to shore up your bone health.
3. Stretching
Whether you opt for yoga or simple calisthenics, doing stretching exercises can help your body feel better and make your muscles stronger.
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Sunday, March 18, 2018
KITTEN YOGA
KITTEN YOGA COMING SOON April 7th
Back To Where It Started By Popular Demand!
Marg Anderson, Yoga Instructor and owner of Regenerate Personal Training is super excited to once again partner with the #CatHavenWA and #warehousefitnesscentre to present this class.
The First Perth Kitten Yoga Class last October 2017 at the Warehouse Fitness Centre sold out in one hour with over 70 people waiting to sign up for the next one!
Back To Where It Started By Popular Demand!
Marg Anderson, Yoga Instructor and owner of Regenerate Personal Training is super excited to once again partner with the #CatHavenWA and #warehousefitnesscentre to present this class.
The First Perth Kitten Yoga Class last October 2017 at the Warehouse Fitness Centre sold out in one hour with over 70 people waiting to sign up for the next one!
Here's your
chance to enjoy a gentle yoga class, cuddle a cute kitten, enjoy a cat
on the mat experience, be surrounded by lots of kitten purring machines
and de-stress all for great cause!
100% of the proceeds go directly to the CatHavenWA to assist in the cat's and kitten's every day care and medical needs. Such a worthwhile cause.
Cat / kitten adoption information will also be available on the day and any donations of food, toys, litter etc are gratefully accepted.
It's all about the kittens!
This class may be sold out but you can contact Lauren at the Cat Haven (94423600) for information on future Cat Yoga Classes.
BOOKINGS via the link below
https://www.trybooking.com/UJHV
Cat Haven Kitten Yoga - Fremantle
Kitten Yoga at Warehouse Fitness South Fremantle
On Saturday 7 April 2018 at 2:30pm
Location
Warehouse Fitness South Fremantle
Upper Level, 256 Hampton Road , (Entrance at rear – Naylor Street), South Fremantle, Perth, WA 6162
100% of the proceeds go directly to the CatHavenWA to assist in the cat's and kitten's every day care and medical needs. Such a worthwhile cause.
Cat / kitten adoption information will also be available on the day and any donations of food, toys, litter etc are gratefully accepted.
It's all about the kittens!
This class may be sold out but you can contact Lauren at the Cat Haven (94423600) for information on future Cat Yoga Classes.
BOOKINGS via the link below
https://www.trybooking.com/UJHV
Cat Haven Kitten Yoga - Fremantle
Kitten Yoga at Warehouse Fitness South Fremantle
On Saturday 7 April 2018 at 2:30pm
Location
Warehouse Fitness South Fremantle
Upper Level, 256 Hampton Road , (Entrance at rear – Naylor Street), South Fremantle, Perth, WA 6162
Friday, March 16, 2018
VINO VINYASA
YOGIS + WINE LOVERS get ready to Roll Out and Wine Up for
OUR LAST SUNSET VINOVINYASA ROOFTOP CLASS OF THE SEASON!
Vino Vinyasa is a great new class designed to incorporate yoga, fitness, fun + wine all in one night!
Relax, flow, breathe and sip your way through a yoga class accessible for all levels of fitness with upbeat music and a friendly environment suitable for first-timers or experienced yogis.
Join Marg (200RYT Yoga Instructor) on THURSDAY MARCH 22nd at 6.00pm at the Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle .
Watch the sun set over the Swan River as we say goodbye to the Sunset Series while we delight in a wine appreciation / meditation to end the class.
(More Winter locations / venues coming soon).
Bookings available now via the link below - don't miss out !
OUR LAST SUNSET VINOVINYASA ROOFTOP CLASS OF THE SEASON!
Vino Vinyasa is a great new class designed to incorporate yoga, fitness, fun + wine all in one night!
Relax, flow, breathe and sip your way through a yoga class accessible for all levels of fitness with upbeat music and a friendly environment suitable for first-timers or experienced yogis.
Join Marg (200RYT Yoga Instructor) on THURSDAY MARCH 22nd at 6.00pm at the Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle .
Watch the sun set over the Swan River as we say goodbye to the Sunset Series while we delight in a wine appreciation / meditation to end the class.
(More Winter locations / venues coming soon).
Bookings available now via the link below - don't miss out !
Saturday, June 10, 2017
YOGA FIT AUSTRALIA INTERVIEW
A privilege to be interviewed by Larissa Harcombe from Australian Fitness Network.
Thank you for allowing me to tell my yoga story to YogaFit Australia. Thank you YogaFit Australia for the publish.
Namaste!
https://yogafitaustraliaworldpress.wordpress.com/…/i-am-yo…/
Thank you for allowing me to tell my yoga story to YogaFit Australia. Thank you YogaFit Australia for the publish.
Namaste!
Friday, February 17, 2017
YOGA TECHNIQUES CASSES
Last chance to book for these classes!
Make #yoga your 2017 resolution.
If you have always wanted to try yoga and attend your first class with more knowledge or simply understand the poses more deeply, why not try one of these special technique or foundation classes .
An introduction to basic poses, with lots of tips and information will enhance your overall Yoga experience.
Yoga can improve your mind and body. Visiting a yoga class won’t just help you get fit and flexible. You can also expect to reduce stress, increase concentration, and improve your posture.
Why not come and try it out at Warehouse Fitness Centre.
See details listed
Book via #warehousesouthfremantle or contact Marg direct.
Payment to Marg on the day.
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Friday, December 9, 2016
BODY BALANCE 75 CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS LAUNCH
Evolve your senses
Extend your boundaries
Stay Cool clam collected
Free your mind
Join Marg and Astrid Saturday 17th December 10.40am
at the Warehouse Fitness Centre South Fremantle for the #BODYBALANCE 75 MASTERCLASS LAUNCH
Extend your boundaries
Stay Cool clam collected
Free your mind
Join Marg and Astrid Saturday 17th December 10.40am
at the Warehouse Fitness Centre South Fremantle for the #BODYBALANCE 75 MASTERCLASS LAUNCH
Body Balance is holistic workout that brings the body into a state of harmony and balance inspired by #Yoga #TaiChi and #Pilates
Bring your yoga mat and begin the journey.
Bring your yoga mat and begin the journey.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_gzgaWiN7Q
Saturday, November 19, 2016
Yogafit Training Update
I currently completed my Level 4 + 5 Yogafit Training over 8 days.
What an amazing experience as the pics below will tell!
I am Now only 2 one workshops away in Feb 2017 from being 200RYT with another Yoga school!
Saturday, October 29, 2016
Core Work - Functionality vs Aesthetics
Functionality versus aesthetics. Define what's important about
your abdominals and how to maximise their strength.
Friday, August 26, 2016
Yoga Class of the Month
Whether you are new to yoga or attend regularly this class is for you.
Join me for 75mins of yoga that includes breath, flow, strength, balance, relaxation + meditation .
Join me for 75mins of yoga that includes breath, flow, strength, balance, relaxation + meditation .
It will leave you energised with a
sense of calm and inner peace.
Join in for the chance to win one of my Mandodesigns handmade jewellery items!
Hope to see you there Warehouse Fitness Centre Oconnor !
Join in for the chance to win one of my Mandodesigns handmade jewellery items!
Hope to see you there Warehouse Fitness Centre Oconnor !
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Marg Anderson Pro Trainer Inisght
I was privileged to be interviewed by FitnessU recently regarding my experience in the fitness industry - follow the link below directly to the fitnessU Pro
Trainer Insights blogsite or read my response below.
Name: Marg Anderson
Specialisation:
I run my own personal training business and
am passionate about helping clients with injuries and disabilities. I promote a service, which fuses
functional fitness and holistic well-being, and empowers clients to be at their
best. My other areas of specialization include Yoga, Pilates, Body Balance and
fit ball.
What is your experience in the fitness industry?
I have been involved in the fitness industry for over 30
years. During this time my qualifications and industry involvement has
incorporated gym instruction, group exercise, yoga, aqua, personal training,
through to the establishment and management of fitness facilities both local
government and private. I also work as a fitness consultant, presenter, mentor
and nutrition adviser, and have lectured in Certificate III and IV in Fitness,
Sport Development and Sport and Recreation Management for over 10 years.
Why did you decide to pursue a career in fitness?
Initially my own interest for fitness and sport became an
important part of living in a remote North West town for 4 years. It was here
that I started my career as a relief instructor and decided to pursue a career
upon returning to Perth. From humble beginnings over 30 years ago to today, the
reward of seeing clients benefit from their training, mentally and physically,
especially those with more advanced rehab conditions is way up there on the
list of reasons why I decided on this career path!
What is the best thing about working in the fitness
industry?
Flexibility, diversity and the human factor. As a PT you get
to work your own hours, and often get to train at different locations. The
variety is great. It can also be very rewarding seeing your clients make
positive changes to their lives.
Teaching group fitness classes can give you a real buzz, not
to mention the benefits of keeping yourself in shape at the same time!
Instructing classes also gives you exposure to a large audience who may be
interested in becoming future one-on-one personal training clients.
Management and/or running your own business enables
stability in the industry through regular employment along with an enormous
sense of achievement and pride.
Overall working in the fitness industry gives you the tools
to create lasting lifestyle changes for our clients to explore their inner
power and outer potential; a truly rewarding experience.
As a fitnessU pro-trainer, what advice would you give to
current or future students to succeed with their studies and future career?
First and foremost, dedication and staying true to yourself.
Enter the industry because you have a passion for it and a love for what you
do. If you remain grounded and reflect that honesty and passion in your classes
and with your clients it will be a win-win situation. Your clients or potential
clientele will see that quality in you and this will be of great benefit to
your future career.
It is a demanding industry, but equally as rewarding if you
remain focused, passionate and dedicated to your studies and future goals as
well as continuing education. Always have an industry mentor – someone to look
up to and help inspire you to do what you do every day!
How does the pro-trainer mentor program benefit not only
students but also yourself?
The mentor program is excellent. It ensures students can
keep on track with their studies, and assures them support anywhere in
Australia. I have several very isolated country students who skype mentor
sessions with me regularly…some don’t even have a gym in their town! It’s
awesome to meet these students and be able to offer help when they need it.
It also gives me a sense of self-reward to be able to do
this. I enjoy giving back to an industry that has given me a lot both
personally and professionally.
What are the qualities that really stand out to you in
fitness professional?
Honesty, integrity, a great ‘can do’ work ethic and
professional in every aspect of what they do. They also need to walk the talk!
What have been the greatest challenges in your career thus
far?
Over 15 years a go I suffered a L4/ 5-disc protrusion and severe
nerve damage. It was a devastating injury for me as I was instructing
approximately 10 -12 group classes a week, managing a 40 staff plus Fitness
facility and running PT alongside all of this. I was advised to take 6 months
off all my classes to rehabilitate and found even the day-to-day tasks of life
hard. Regular rehab sessions each week meant I had to minimize work hours,
which not only impacted financially, but the lack of normal regular exercise
sessions impacted mentally and physically.
How have you overcome these challenges?
Unbeknownst to me at the time, this injury was to change my
whole outlook on the industry as I knew it and led me to a much more holistic
mind/body pathway. I had to learn to train differently and decided this would
have a positive not negative effect on my much-loved career.
I learned a lot along the way and made decisions to educate
further in Pilates, Yoga and rehabilitation. This experience led me to see that
I could use these different training modes to train or offer my services to a
whole new target market of clients. I have never looked back! This challenge
opened new doors, allowed me to continue working as a fitness professional and
provide a more holistic and balanced approach to my life and the lives of my
clients.
Reference - Pro-Trainer Insights
Tess Wilson - Thursday, April 14, 2016
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
Happy International Women's Day to all the amazing women who
make a difference in people's lives every day. Thanks for the mention and pic with all these other wonderful inspirational Australian Fitness women. #fitnessu
From leadership to staff, to mentors to students, fitnessU
celebrates the achievement of women who #goforit to inspire and make change and help others
to #goforit in their own lives. Happy International Women's day!
Monday, February 22, 2016
YOGA, MEDITATION, NUTRITION WEEKEND GETAWAY
GLAMP IT UP WITH THIS GREAT
YOGA , MEDITATION, NUTRITION WEEKEND GETAWAY.
A healthy weekend in tranquillity with Satyen
YOGA , MEDITATION, NUTRITION WEEKEND GETAWAY.
A healthy weekend in tranquillity with Satyen
Start Friday 8th April 5pm - Sunday 10th April around 2pm
@ Boshack Eco Retreat near Toodyay
@ Boshack Eco Retreat near Toodyay
$395 in 4 bed Rustic Safari Tents / $420 pp. double twin share / $450 pp. single
Included: Accommodation (glamping tents), yoga, meditation, nutritional talks and delicious vegetarian meals, (2 x Dinners, 2 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunches, Fruits & tea/coffee available during the day). Transfers available additional cost.
Early Bird Special 10 % discount (book by 1st March)
Boshack Eco Retreat is a remote nature farm set beside a 25 acre lake, surrounded by natural spring water & bushland, only 90 minutes from Perth. www.boshack.com
• Daily easy Yoga practice for all levels.
• Introduction into yogic breathing techniques to energize the body and to balance emotions.
• Practice a variety of mindfulness based Meditation techniques applicable to all aspects life
• Nutritional counselling and open forum discussions on cutting edge and practical down to earth trends in healthy nutrition and life styles.
Satyen is a medical doctor and Yoga teacher (certif.BYV) with additional trainings in Breath work, Bioenergetics and Human Design analysis.
He works as a Yoga and Meditation teacher and transformational therapist in private practice in Perth WA. He is known for his unconventional teaching style, passionate and dedicated, with profound knowledge in the vast field of Yoga and nutrition with many years of experience and a good sense of humour.
This weekend is suitable for all, designed to practise within a small group to your own capabilities, regardless of age or physical abilities
Max 20 participants
For bookings please contact :
Chrissy @ bookings@boshack.com
Included: Accommodation (glamping tents), yoga, meditation, nutritional talks and delicious vegetarian meals, (2 x Dinners, 2 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunches, Fruits & tea/coffee available during the day). Transfers available additional cost.
Early Bird Special 10 % discount (book by 1st March)
Boshack Eco Retreat is a remote nature farm set beside a 25 acre lake, surrounded by natural spring water & bushland, only 90 minutes from Perth. www.boshack.com
• Daily easy Yoga practice for all levels.
• Introduction into yogic breathing techniques to energize the body and to balance emotions.
• Practice a variety of mindfulness based Meditation techniques applicable to all aspects life
• Nutritional counselling and open forum discussions on cutting edge and practical down to earth trends in healthy nutrition and life styles.
Satyen is a medical doctor and Yoga teacher (certif.BYV) with additional trainings in Breath work, Bioenergetics and Human Design analysis.
He works as a Yoga and Meditation teacher and transformational therapist in private practice in Perth WA. He is known for his unconventional teaching style, passionate and dedicated, with profound knowledge in the vast field of Yoga and nutrition with many years of experience and a good sense of humour.
This weekend is suitable for all, designed to practise within a small group to your own capabilities, regardless of age or physical abilities
Max 20 participants
For bookings please contact :
Chrissy @ bookings@boshack.com
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