Claudine Cooper, a fitness trainer dedicated to accessible wellness, discusses the transformative power of community in fitness. With over 30 years of experience, she shares her journey in creating free group workouts that foster connection and motivation. Claudine emphasizes that strong relationships are crucial for mental and physical health, revealing how accountability and inclusivity enhance fitness journeys. She also offers practical tips for integrating more activity into daily routines and highlights the importance of starting small for lasting change.
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Consistency Is The Longevity Secret
Prioritize consistency over secrets; build habits that last decades.
Claudine Cooper says steady commitment is the primary driver of fitness and longevity.
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She Teaches What She Does
Claudine trains about two hours daily and teaches multiple classes every week.
She practices rep-for-rep with participants and models the work she asks others to do.
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Walking Became Her Healer
Claudine began moving to cope with grief from losses in her neighborhood.
Her walking healed her emotionally and naturally attracted others to join her.
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It’s been well documented that healthy relationships play a powerful role in influencing human health. On today’s show, you’re going to learn about how combining a strong community with healthy movement can transform lives. Claudine Cooper has been working in the fitness industry for over 30 years, sharing her passion of creating spaces for accessible and inclusive workouts. Her free community exercise classes attract people from all over the Los Angeles area who want to improve their physical and mental health. Today, Claudine joins us on The Model Health Show to share her experiences and wisdom. You’re going to hear how she got started working in health and fitness, the critical role of community for overall health, and her secrets to longevity. You’ll learn about the most accessible way to get started improving your fitness, the best tips to get in shape, and so much more. This interview is full of amazing insights on consistency, human connection, and real health. Enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
What the key to longevity is. (7:26)
How Claudine approaches nutrition. (8:01)
The best ways to build more activity into your existing routines. (10:29)
Why aesthetics is a byproduct of healing movement. (14:13)
The role community can play in promoting consistency. (18:46)
How Claudine’s group exercise classes eliminate excuses. (19:11)
The power of accountability. (22:19)
How our relationships impact our overall health. (23:50)
Why Claudine’s workouts became popular during the pandemic. (37:07)
The #1 way to start moving your body. (41:06)
How isolation can damage our health. (44:58)
Why having a beginner’s mind can improve your life. (47:47)
Three tips to get in the best shape of your life. (49:50)
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