Women's Fitness Podcast

Clare Hozack founded IntoYou in 2007 after growing disillusioned with the Australian fitness industry. As a former Australian Sailing Athlete, Clare experienced severe injuries that worsened after having children, prompting her to delve into women's health and physiology. Clare's mission is to elevate women's health to the same level of importance as men's. Through her courses, mentorships, and support for female-led educational initiatives, Clare aims to address the knowledge gap in training women and reshape the fitness industry's approach to women's health.Takeaways✨Don't apologise for earning money and set boundaries✨Have a clear cancellation policy and communicate it to clients✨Embrace authenticity and be true to yourself in your business✨Specialise in women's health to tap into a niche market and address specific needs✨Prioritise self-care and find a balance between work and personal lifeConnect with ClareInstagram: @hozackcCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Vanessa Leone is a seasoned Movement Therapist and Exercise Scientist with a vast array of skills and experiences in the industry. She is known as a hybrid trainer, delivering a quality presenting experience in both group fitness and personal training streams. Attaining betterment drives her knowledge and pursuit for further education for herself and everyone she encounters. Vanessa continues training clients and trainers all over the world and presenting at International Fitness Conferences. Vanessa’s ethos is doing things BETTER. Vanessa is the founder of the education brand, The Movement Faculty, co-founder of Exercise to Experience and a Master Trainer and Educator for Technogym.Takeaways- Hypermobility is having more range of motion in the joints than normal and can lead to joint instability and increased risk of injuries.- There is a connection between hypermobility, autoimmune conditions, and neurodivergence, with neurodivergent individuals being more likely to have hypermobility.- Hypermobility can contribute to issues like prolapse, gastrointestinal problems, and TMJ due to the laxity of fascia and altered proprioception.- Body awareness, proper strength and stability training, and individualized approaches are crucial for managing hypermobility and preventing injuries.- Fitness professionals should test for hypermobility, understand the impact on the pelvic floor and fascia, and provide tailored strategies and exercises for clients with hypermobility.Connect with Vanessa:IG: @vlmovementtherapist  IG: @themovementfacultyCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Elin shares her own experience with an eating disorder as a teenager and how she overcame it and decided to help other women who struggle with similar situations, as well as self sabotage.  She shares how important it is to understand why we repeat particular behaviours and patterns that prevent us from making changes in our lives.We chat about how important this area is for trainers to help their clients achieve long term results, because without the right mindset, it is almost impossible to achieve their goals and actually maintain them.Connect with ElinInstagram: @ElingranstrandCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Nikki Rubino shares her journey from being a TV editor to becoming a strength and movement coach for older adults. She was inspired by her ageing parents and the loss of her sister to pursue a career in fitness. Nikki specialises in training older adults and emphasises the importance of helping them regain strength, confidence, and adaptability. She creates a supportive and inclusive environment for her clients, focusing on their individual needs and modifying exercises as necessary. Nikki also highlights the social aspect of fitness for older adults, providing opportunities for them to connect and build relationships with others in the gym. In her upcoming presentation for Women's Fitness Education, Nikki will share her knowledge and experience to empower fitness professionals to work with older adults.Takeaways🌟The importance of helping older adults regain strength, confidence, and adaptability through fitness🌟Creating a supportive and inclusive environment for older adult clients🌟Modifying exercises to meet the individual needs of older adults🌟The social aspect of fitness for older adults and the importance of building connections and relationships🌟Empowering fitness professionals to work with older adultsCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Romy, the founder of 10 Fit, shares her personal journey of body dissatisfaction and professional route, leading to the founding of her own business. She emphasizes the importance of nourishment, body image, and strategies for managing cravings and overindulging. Romy's insights provide valuable guidance for women's fitness and empowerment.Romy, Founder and Chief Empowerment Enthusiast of TEN Fit, is a seasoned Nutritionist, Personal Trainer, Mindset Coach, and mum of two. She is on a mission to help busy women break free from punishing diets, boost their energy, and love their bodies. Having transitioned from unsustainable diets and endless cardio to strength and health, Romy leverages her expertise to guide mums toward lasting body confidence. TEN Fit, embodying Thrive, Empower, Nourish, reflects her vision that every woman deserves to feel happy, confident, and strong through sustainable body transformations and performance nutrition education.TakeawaysBody image is about thoughts and feelings, not just appearanceNourishment and joy are key to a healthy dietChallenging automatic negative thoughts about the body is essentialFueling the body appropriately throughout the day can reduce cravingsImproving sleep can help manage cravings and overindulgingConnect with RomyFacebook - TEN FitInstagram - @ten_fit_bronteCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Antony Lo is a physiotherapist, educator and podcast host from Australia who works at the junction of Musculoskeletal/Ortho, Sports, and Pelvic Health. He runs The Physio Detective Clinic, My PT Education, The Women’s Health Podcast, and The Diastasis Project. He helps the general public and health and fitness professionals who struggle to progress women to moderate-to-high intensity exercise by cutting through the BS and thinking outside the box so they confidently assist people to achieve their goals. He has been involved in antenatal and postnatal education and management for his whole career (since 1997). Through participation and through his work as a Physiotherapist at all levels of sport, coaching and education, he has developed a model of treatment that utilizes the best from Sports Science, Musculoskeletal/Sports Physiotherapy, Pain Science, and Women’s Health research to provide a practical, realistic holistic model of care balancing the biopsychosocial model of healthcare with the best of historical assessment and management approaches. He is privileged to teach health and fitness professionals around the world in person and online in addition to his clinical work. Antony has a wife and 3 children, living in the best city in the world – Sydney, Australia!Connect with AnthonyWebsiteswww.antonylo.com www.physiodetective.com www.mypteducation.com www.womenshealthpodcast.com www.diastasis.info Facebook www.fb.me/antonylo www.fb.me/physiodetective www.fb.me/mypteducation www.fb.me/womenshealthpodcast www.fb.me/thediastasisproject Instagramwww.Instagram.com/physiodetective www.Instagram.com/mypteducation www.Instagram.com/womenshealthpodcast www.Instagram.com/thediastasisproject Check out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Kitty candidly shared her experience with many years of restrictive dieting and trying to be tiny, which in turn led to weekend benders and bingeing.  We laughed about it during our chat and called it “balance”, but we know this is not healthy, both mentally and physically.  Thankfully Kitty found someone to help her get on track with nutrition to heal her body, and then she met Craig ( her now husband) who introduced her to strength training.  She fell in love with it, and her body also loved all the food which fuelled her to get stronger.  This was a game changer for Kitty and she knew she had to help other women stop restrictive dieting so they could feel as good as she did.In this episode, Kitty also gives some great business advice to new trainers as well as shares her experience on the Australian Survivor TV show that aired earlier this year! She is full of energy and a great advocate for health and wellness.Connect with Kitty@kittyblomfieldCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Tracy Minnoch-Nuku is the Founder and CEO of Sexy Ageing - digital resources that support women through menopause.Tracy has over 30 years in the fitness industry working with fitness giants Fitness First Asia and as the South East Asia Director for Les Mills Asia Pacific before co-founding one of Asia’s first boutique fitness chains, Fire Fitness.Tracy’s passion for health and fitness encompasses many roles - as a group trainer, personal trainer, training and development coach, creative director, and content creator.As Tracy started to experience menopause symptoms, the lack of credible information and support was shocking for her. Not one to shy away from a good discussion, Tracy launched her podcast “Sexy Ageing”, interviewing international guests on healthy ageing, longevity, and menopause.Next came her book “My Menopause Memoir” where Tracy broke down the symptoms of menopause and evidence-based content on how to support one’s health during menopause and beyond.With her background as a Menopause Fitness Specialist, it made sense that Tracy would launch her own fitness and health-based program for women in menopause via APP. Women from all over the world have joined the Sexy Ageing community to get strong, fit and healthy for their future years.Tracy’s background in training and education supports her love of presenting educational workshops for businesses to help them understand how to support women in the workplace who might be struggling with menopause symptoms.Education (Otago), MBA (Victoria University, Melbourne), RYS-200 Yoga Teacher.Connect with Tracy:Website: https://www.sexyageing.com/FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/898249381151009/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexyageing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexyageingCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

In this episode, Mish interviews Jen Dugard, the founder of MumSafe™, about her journey in the fitness industry and her mission to provide education and support for moms and women. They discuss the importance of collaboration over competition in the fitness industry and the need for standardized education and insurance requirements for trainers working with pregnant and postpartum women. Jen also shares her plans to expand MumSafe™ to the UK and her wishlist for changes in the industry, including improved continuity of care and education for women. The conversation highlights the importance of addressing women's health in the fitness industry. It emphasizes the need for pre and postnatal screening and education, as well as the significance of women's participation in fitness. The discussion also explores the challenges in implementing women's health education and the need for greater recognition and support for women in the industry.Takeaways🌸Collaboration over competition is essential in the fitness industry, especially when working with moms and women.🌸Standardized education and insurance requirements are needed for trainers working with pregnant and postpartum women.🌸Continuity of care and education is crucial for women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journey.🌸Improving sexual education in schools is necessary to provide young girls and boys with a better understanding of their bodies and health. Pre and postnatal screening should be conducted at the sales level in fitness clubs to ensure the safety and well-being of women.🌸Statistics show that there are more women than men participating in fitness activities, and a significant percentage of women are mothers.🌸Women's health should be considered a mass special population, requiring specific guidelines and training.🌸There are challenges in implementing women's health education, including resistance from regulatory bodies and issues of fair compensation for women in the industry.🌸There is a need for comprehensive women's fitness education that covers all stages of a woman's life.Connect with JenLink back to www.mumsafemovement.com as mentioned in the episodeFind Jen via her Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jendugard/Check out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/

Terry Shares her amazing transformation; losing 36kgs (80 pounds)  in her mid 40s after battling weight gain and many health issues in her late 30s.  She felt so empowered taking control of her health, and her life, when she decided to make the changes she needed to lose the weight. This transformational journey not only improved her health, it also helped Terry find her purpose, which prompted a career change that she had never expected.  She now absolutely loves helping other women achieve what she has.  Such and inspiring chat with a beautiful soul.Instagram: @thor.wellness@how.good.can.it.getCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/