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Summer N. Sides, M.S.
Founder, GXunited
Summer Sides (MS, CSCS, RYT-200) is a self-proclaimed exercise science geek. She loves exploring human movement and finding ways to help people stand taller, move easier, and perform better. Her training methodology includes a mixture of movement pattern training, yoga philosophies, Pilates technique, and aerobic endurance training.
Her fitness career began almost 20 years ago and has provided her with some great opportunities to train athletes, create certifications and CEC courses, and teach group exercise classes. Most recently she worked as a full time Lecturer of Exercise Science at Metropolitan State University of Denver and is the owner of GXunited.
Summer loves learning and has furthered her career by obtaining an MS in Kinesiology & BS in Exercise Science. She is an NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, 200-hr Registered Yoga Teacher, ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Balance Body Pilates Reformer Coach, RRCA Certified Running Coach, and holds many specialty certifications.
Visit My Website- 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Summer N. Sides… - November 14, 2019
- Class Themes: World Suicide Prevention Day 2019 - September 10, 2019
- Playlist & Themes: Labor Day 2019 - August 31, 2019
- My Story of Overtraining Syndrome, Part 4: A Rare Fungal Infection & Surgery - August 24, 2019
- My Story of Overtraining Syndrome, Part 3: A Follow-Up (4-months later) - August 23, 2019
- My Story of Overtraining Syndrome, Part 2: What is OTS? - August 23, 2019
- My Story of Overtraining Syndrome, Part 1: A Confession & Journey - August 22, 2019
- The Importance of Microphones, Windscreens, & Mic Belts for Group Fitness Instructors - July 10, 2019
- GXunited is New & Improved – Announcing our New Brand & Website - January 30, 2019
- 3 Tips for Motivating Small Group Fitness Classes - December 17, 2018
- 5 Benefits of Yoga for Cyclists - June 21, 2018
- BREAKING NEWS! Stages® Indoor Cycling is Announced as Les Mills New Global Bike Partner - June 10, 2018
- 23 Music Resources for Group Fitness Professionals - June 10, 2018
- The Down and Dirty History of Barre Fitness - May 20, 2018
- Dance Research – Let’s Geek out on the Exercise Science! - May 15, 2017
- Foster a Growth Mindset in Your Group Fitness Classes - March 30, 2017
- Teaching Tip: Make Your Calendar Explode in Color! - February 14, 2017
- Remember What it Feels Like to Be a Beginner: Inside My Story - January 31, 2017
- Let’s Demand Better Group Fitness: Breaking Down Cliques - January 20, 2017
- Everyone is Watching – Reactions Matter - January 10, 2017
- 15 Tips from an Instructor’s Experience as a ClassPass Participant - December 12, 2016
- 5 Reasons to be a GX Participant Again - November 17, 2016
- Improve Posture & Reduce Lower Back Pain in Group Fitness Classes - November 1, 2016
- Is Social Media Killing the Fitness Professional? - October 9, 2016
- “Oh Sh*t” Moments as a Group Fitness Professional - October 2, 2016
- Exercise Science for Fit Pros: Understanding Muscle Anatomy - September 28, 2016
- Understanding the Group Fitness Athlete - August 9, 2016
- 11 Tips for Teaching What You Love By Saying NO - July 12, 2016
- Understand the Science to Create Great HIIT Workouts - June 22, 2016
- Exercise Physiology is Fun! Understand Your Cardiovascular System - June 22, 2016
- Fun Times at Aqua & Sports Camp - June 11, 2016
- Creating Active Dynamic Warm-Ups for any Workout - June 7, 2016
- 5 Tips to Support Group Fitness WallFlowers - May 26, 2016
- Fit Pros: How to Stay Calm when Teaching - May 19, 2016
- Making a Yogi out of Anyone: 2 Flows for Any Class - May 10, 2016
- 4 Tips for Longevity as a Fitness Professional - May 5, 2016
- Tips for Avoiding Group Exercise Instructor Nightmares - April 28, 2016
- I’m an Exercise Scientist NOT Nutrition Scientist - April 28, 2016
- Fit Pros: Be the “Go To” Substitute - March 15, 2016
- 6 Reasons to Take a Sick Day as a Fit Pro - March 10, 2016
MS: Kinesiology
BS: Exercise & Sports Science
BA: Dance
NSCA: Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
ACSM: Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C)
Yoga Alliance: 200-hr RYT
ACE: Group Fitness Instructor
Balanced Body: Reformer Level 1 Coach
Schwinn: Indoor Cycle Instructor
RRCA: Running Coach