Why has fitness become an industry where we have to be these perfect shells of a body in order to inspire and motivate others? Discover how an injury 5-weeks before her wedding forever altered Summer Sides’ life and career.
Looking for tools to create accountability and mindfulness in your day. Look no further than these 3 great resources that host live and onDemand sessions.
Life as a fit pro is amazing, but it can come with struggles and difficultus. The past 2-years has rocked our world, and the journey of being a fit pro became so much harder. So we want to know, what do you NEED right now? What will help you thrive as a fit pro? Take a few moments to give us your insights.
Hidden disordered behaviors among group fitness instructors masked as: healthy, motivating, and just doing our job (it’s more common than you think)
Eliminate weight-loss centered messaging from your fitness programs to improve enrollment, retention, and improved health outcome
Running your group fitness business efficiently requires having the right software and support on your side. Our friends at TeamUp have shared their tips on finding the right gym management software for your business.
Be prepared to teach your next group fitness class with these 5 systems that will ensure your success as an exceptional instructor.
Build your credibility as a fitness professional by adding these 5 simple items to your professional bag.
While music is a key function in many group fitness classes, sometimes letting go on of the iPod and tuning into the body can be the best form of training.
Why do we hear and see body positivity in the female fashion world, but not the men’s? What role do we in the fitness industry play in this? Hear Summer and Mac speak candidly on this conversation while reading this article.
Love it or hate it, social media is part of our lives as fit pros. Here are 5 tips to help you save time and get back to teaching your classes!
Self-promotion isn’t all about social media. Here Shannon Fable shares three ‘offline’ self-promotion strategies that can (and WILL) make a difference. They don’t work overnight, but they form a solid foundation for your marketing strategy and should be exercised day in and day out for best results!
Did you know lifting weights can improve your mental health? Check out these 5 research backed reasons why hitting the weights can help combat depression and anxiety.
Go from the gym to the office in style with this Style 3 Way: Leggings edition from Mac Carvalho. See how he takes one pair of (awesome) leggings and gives them 3 totally different looks with just a few simple changes.
What makes someone credible as a fitness professional? Education? Experience? Social Followers? This highly debated topic is rich and we’ll explore some ways to expand your credibility as a fit pro.
Barre fitness wasn’t always the swanky group fitness format it is today. Learn about Lottie Berk and the sexual undertones that started the barre trend.
Digital fitness is here to stay, but that doesn’t mean you have to make that your career path as a fitness professional. If you are best suited for the in-person experience and looking for ways to get back to it, here are three things to consider.
Get an inside look at how CounterFlow Yoga came to be, plus geek out a bit on the science behind the class (with a blend of exercise science, sport psychology, and yoga asana it’s a lot of fun!).
Research has shown the benefits of yoga for back pain relief. Yet, many men are still reluctant to give it a chance. Hear from a guy why dudes should take the chance and try yoga for healing their pain.
My fit pro heart was made to feel sad recently as a fit pro reverse fat-shamed other fit pros.
Have you ever thought about what stillness means to you? Do you resist it or do you embrace it? How does this impact you physically and mentally?
Meditation has always been really hard for me. But an amazing yoga class helped me discover the power of moving meditation.
Words really do matter….Discover how an experience in a yoga class made me feel so bad about myself that I wrote a letter to the studio owner.
Summer N. Sides recently discovered the TOPLUS Eco Yoga Mat, check out her review of using the mat as a yoga teacher.
Summer Sides had the chance to review an outfit from athleisure brand Born Tough, check out her experience.
18-days after taking over ownership of Greensboro Downtown Yoga we were forced to press pause due to #covid19. We found the positive by creating the Movement Mantra Project.
Check out these 30+ amazing athletic wear, athleisure, and fitness accessory companies offering discount programs for fitness professionals.
Don’t freak out when a mom-to-be or new mom comes to your group fitness class. Check out these 10 tips to equip yourself with the knowledge to give them a great workout experience.
Let’s get our kids more active! Use these 6 tips from an educator and fitness professional to develop successful youth dance, fitness, or sports programs in schools, community centers, and gyms.
Get to know Summer N. Sides (Founder of GXunited) with these 12-fun facts.
