Exercise has ALWAYS been a part of my life. I was Captain of every sport that I played in my younger years. Not because I was competitive. In fact, I was a "leader" because I WASN'T competitive. I am still that same girl: hyper, outspoken, and fiercely loving of my team mates. I love to collaborate. And, I always show up (although I often snuck away in the middle of practice for some nachos or to flirt with boys. So, yeah, I'm still the same girl).
Like most people, I still don't think that I've "cracked the code" with exercise, body image, and health. Some things, like yoga, running, online fitness classes, and in-person group classes are stalwarts in my life. I've abused exercise, but it's also saved my life, introduced me to fantastic humans, and shown me the world. I believe in the power, and magic, of an active lifestyle.
Here's the thing: a good workout is a safe workout. What's safe for someone might not be safe another. That's true of exercise quantity, intensity, type, and receptiveness to coaching. I've paid a lot of money to earn certificates and educate myself so that I can be a kick-ass fitness instructor. Here are my current certs:
Like most people, I still don't think that I've "cracked the code" with exercise, body image, and health. Some things, like yoga, running, online fitness classes, and in-person group classes are stalwarts in my life. I've abused exercise, but it's also saved my life, introduced me to fantastic humans, and shown me the world. I believe in the power, and magic, of an active lifestyle.
Here's the thing: a good workout is a safe workout. What's safe for someone might not be safe another. That's true of exercise quantity, intensity, type, and receptiveness to coaching. I've paid a lot of money to earn certificates and educate myself so that I can be a kick-ass fitness instructor. Here are my current certs:
- COMMIT Dance Fitness
- Vinyasa Yoga
- Trauma-Informed Yoga
- Matwork Pilates
- Reformer Pilates (not certified-- f*** that expensive bullsh**)
- Silver Sneakers
- Schwinn Cycling
- Total Body Barre
- BCOR Bootcamp
gROUP fITNESS iNSTRUCTORS UNITED
DID YOU KNOW THAT TEACHING FITNESS IS A REAL JOB? MAYBE NOT, AND THAT MAKES SENSE: INSTRUCTORS AREN'T TREATED LIKE REAL EMPLOYEES.
MOST OF US HAVE NO JOB BENEFITS. MOST OF US HAVE NO HEALTH CARE AND NO PAID SICK LEAVE. WE'RE GIG WORKERS WHO USE OUR OWN BODIES TO HELP THE BODIES OF OUR STUDENTS. WE CAN SERIOUSLY INJURE OUR STUDENT'S IF WE'RE NOT EDUCATED. AND OURSELVES.
THAT'S WHY I'VE CREATED GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTORS UNITED. FIND OUT MORE BY CLOCKING BELOW.
MOST OF US HAVE NO JOB BENEFITS. MOST OF US HAVE NO HEALTH CARE AND NO PAID SICK LEAVE. WE'RE GIG WORKERS WHO USE OUR OWN BODIES TO HELP THE BODIES OF OUR STUDENTS. WE CAN SERIOUSLY INJURE OUR STUDENT'S IF WE'RE NOT EDUCATED. AND OURSELVES.
THAT'S WHY I'VE CREATED GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTORS UNITED. FIND OUT MORE BY CLOCKING BELOW.
I do the stand-up (not well, but i do it)
In 2021, I was worn-out, fed-up, and ready to start having more fun. I'd been writing stand-up comedy for years, but always had excuses for not trying (British people are too mean... Maltese people are too loud...) Finally, I felt that I was in the right place (Austria) at the right time (aged 33). So, I dove in!
Stand-up comedy is by far the most challenging endeavor I've undertaken since I was a child. The nerves and buzz can only be compared to that feeling right before you go cliff jumping. I am far from being a good stand-up comedian. It's my new addiction, and I'll do anything to keep getting those laughs.
The crew that I do stand-up comedy with is AMAZING. We perform every first weekend of the month at NarrenCastl in Salzburg. Find the details for our next show on their website, or under the events on my Facebook page.
Stand-up comedy is by far the most challenging endeavor I've undertaken since I was a child. The nerves and buzz can only be compared to that feeling right before you go cliff jumping. I am far from being a good stand-up comedian. It's my new addiction, and I'll do anything to keep getting those laughs.
The crew that I do stand-up comedy with is AMAZING. We perform every first weekend of the month at NarrenCastl in Salzburg. Find the details for our next show on their website, or under the events on my Facebook page.