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HAPPY NEW YEAR! After a series of technical issues, I decided that regardless of if an episode has the perfect editing or catchy song, there's information and there are stories that need to be shared and talked about. So coming through with the iPhone mic, we are back and as grass roots as ever, and I'm cool with that. In this episode I share a tough encounter with an instructor, and how they unfortunately received and reacted to feedback about a class. With this I share thoughts that have proceeded encounters like this and ask questions to the listener and invite reflection on how we react to tough news and sometimes painful feedback. My hope is always to encourage communication skills, self reflection and extend an invitation to try to remember humanity when we speak to a boss, or upset class member etc.    FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! click HERE If you have suggestions for segments, topics or guests to have on the podcast in 2024, DM me because I want to create what YOU want to hear!  

After quite the hiatus I'm back, even if it's just to share this episode! LOL jk I'm putting this out there as a raw cut in order to recommit to recording and creating content for the community I hold so dear to my heart and soul - group fitness instructors. thank you for your continued support, and if you love this episode, let me know! leave a review and share on instagram, instagram.com/andimaree If you have any suggestions for episode topics or guests you want to hear from, DM me! Love you all!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! This episode is coming in at the perfect time to bust fitness myths that most of us hear about or begin to try as we kick off our fitness resolutions with Certified Health & Nutrition coach, Lydia Engemann. we tackle myths surrounding excess exercise and the most demonized thing of all, "CARBS". This is an amazing episode for anyone who has questions when it comes to probably the most talked about nutrition and cardio trends. I fully encourage fitness instructors and maybe even students to listen and digest this info. We reference the health company, MoreEnergy FOLLOW LYDIA  & MoreEnergy Health instagram.com/mycoachlydia instagram.com/moreenergyhealth

Inspired but the amazing "Awesome with Alison" podcast, I felt a strong pull to share moments in my career that formed me as an instructor and human, when I felt like a loser, or failure. Dedicating this episode to my wonderful friends who have held me, pushed me, supported me and walked this journey with me. I wouldn't be here without you. ❤️

My mind and heart simultaneously blew up with the power of this episode. I want to introduce you to Stacey Harkey, comedian, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, DIE trainer and all around incredible human being. We dive into Stacey's fitness story and how he learned the skills to unlock his authentic self, to give permission to those he teaches as well as all those he influences on social media. This episode will leave you feeling uplifted and empowered to shine as your best and brightest, most authentic self. Find Stacey on instagram at instagram.com/staceyharkey 

In this episode, I break down three awesome goals that may seem big and daunting, into bite sized efforts for continued learning and growth as an instructor.  My goal is to help make big goals more actionable to help you reach them in whatever time and season of life you may be in presently. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM - @andimaree

I will be honest, I'm STILL fangirling over the fact I got to speak with the one and only, the legend and my fitness hero, Dan Cohen. Dan Cohen is a Les Mills Program Director on the Creative Team, Speaker and communication coach (which explains how incredible his cues when he teaches, as well as the incredible language he uses teaching us in this episode). He has a masters in IBC, NLP, TLT, and a he is  Hypnosis Coach, and his favorite titles - A father and husband! In this episode we dive into the layers of linguistics in strong cueing, finding our instructor strengths and strengthening weaknesses. We talk about different stages in our instructor journey and how to continue creating passion and skill through practice, trial and error and continued improvement. This was a dream interview. I never thought in a million years I would have the honor of talking directly to Dan. I hope that you all get to learn as much as I did, and take away the incredible lessons he shares. Follow Dan on instagram: @officialdancohen  TikTok : @officialdancohen You can also try a class with him virtually on Les Mills on Demand or  on the Oculus Combat VR game!

This episode is amazing. Ange is truly such a passionate member of the fitness community and inspires so many with every single class. I had the privilege of having this conversation with Ange and tapping into her experience on how she personally elevates an indoor cycling class to not just be a great workout, but a completely inspiring experience for all participants. Whether you teach cycling or any other format, the language and wording of the cues she shares are absolutely the kind you will want to listen to and be inspired by. With this episode, I have partnered with CycleBar in Saratoga Springs Utah for a giveaway! Be sure to follow them on instagram to enter! @cyclebaresaratogasprings

I'm thrilled to introduce to you a series of episodes dedicated to cueing, why it matters and how to improve.  In this episode, I introduce this series and proven, actionable ways to improve cueing. I share three layers that are essential to building a strong, safe environment for you class to achieve a fun and successful workout that will keep them coming back for more every time. Stay tuned for upcoming interviews loaded with gold focused on specific formats. If there is a format you want to know more about, send me a DM on instagram! @andimaree

This is an incredible episode I cannot wait to dive into. Today we have Jessica Gallant, entrepreneur, bodybuilder, group fitness instructor and friend. She shares her story of overcoming rejection in the fitness industry, only to rise above and create her OWN story in the fitness industry and space. She shares so many beautiful experiences and perspectives that will help us all unlock a whole lot of strength, let go of fear and self judgement and rise to become who we are destined to be. To follow Jessica on her fitness journey, find her on instagram: @Jessica.a.gallant You can also learn more about Jessica and her coaching online, gallantcoaching.org

I'm thrilled at the opportunity I have to introduce you to one of my idols. An instructor, mom, ultra talented, loving and kind human being but also my number one cheerleader- my sister, Angie Miller!❤️ She and I dig into a few topics from self care, owning your voice, advocating for yourself while also how to show up professionally, and aligning with facilities that are best for you. Follow Angie on instagram - @birdgerhl_ to follow her in all her interests from capoeira, contortion, yoga and more!

In this episode, I share important lessons learned in how to prepare for the best ways to prepare for the new year, with new members. It's all about our members and their success. Listen for the ultimate class building reminders.