Women's Fitness Podcast

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  Nearly Two Decades in Fitness with Chantal Brodrick 27.07.2026 26мин

  Chantal Brodrick has spent nearly two decades championing education and advocacy across the fitness industry, from her early days teaching body pump to becoming one of Australia's most recognised event MCs. In this episode she shares how a curiosity about group fitness turned into an unexpected career, what she learned about fitness business before podcasts were even mainstream, and what she'd tell any woman thinking about stepping into this industry for the first time. &n...
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  Revenue Feeds the Ego, Profit Feeds the Family; Jen Collins on Fitness Business 13.07.2026 28мин

  Jen Collins has been in the fitness industry for more than 30 years — and she's done it all. PT, gym owner, and now Director of Coaching and Delivery at Fitness Profit, where she coaches fitness business owners to build profitable businesses with more freedom. In this episode, Jen shares what those early days of gym ownership really felt like, the three biggest lessons she learned from building and selling her own gym, and why she believes the gap holding most fitness professionals back...
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  Your Symptoms Have a Story — Meet Luna, the AI Companion Built for Women in Midlife 09.07.2026 39мин

  If you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment feeling like your symptoms didn't land — like the story of what you're going through got lost somewhere between the waiting room and the ten-minute consult — this episode is for you. Dr Dee is a naturopathic doctor, the architect behind Shae's functional algorithms at Precision Health Alliance, and now the founder of The Perimenopause Lab. She's building Luna: an AI-powered companion that lets women track their symptoms by talking — not tick...
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  What It Really Takes: Tahnee Donkin on 18 Years in the Fitness Industry 11.06.2026 29мин

  Tahnee Donkin is the National Fitness Manager at Genesis Health + Fitness, and her journey through the fitness industry is one worth hearing. From a light bulb moment in a gym to leading fitness strategy across a national club network, Tahnee shares the real story behind 18 years in the industry. She talks about what those early days as a female PT were actually like, the burnout that changed her career direction, what leadership taught her that the gym floor never could, and why ...
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  How to Grow Your Fitness Business with Facebook Ads 29.05.2026 27мин

  Facebook ads scary? You're not alone. In this episode I sit down with Bec Anderson, founder of The Growth Agency, to talk about everything Facebook ads for fitness professionals. Bec has 17 years in the industry and built her marketing expertise the hard way, buying a gym weeks before COVID hit and rebuilding it from the ground up using Facebook ads. She breaks down the two numbers every gym owner and PT needs to know before spending a dollar, what's actually working in ad creative right now,...
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  Same Plan, Different Results: The Truth About Individual Biology 29.04.2026 43мин

  WFE Podcast with Dr. Cam McDonald Book your spot (free webinar series): https://events.precisionhealthalliance.org/aiwebinars/?referral_source=mishwright Episode Overview This conversation breaks open a big shift happening in health and fitness: moving away from generic programming and into precision health. Mish sits down with Dr Cam McDonald to unpack why “one-size-fits-all” has always been flawed—and what actually sits underneath individual differences in body composition, behaviour...
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  Podcast Show Notes: Sarcoma, Awareness, and What Strength Really Looks Like 21.04.2026 32мин

  In this episode, Mish speaks with Eve Jelovcan from the Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association, followed by a powerful conversation with Sam, who has lived with sarcoma for over 13 years. We start with the facts. Sarcoma is a rare cancer, making up around 1% of adult cancers, but it can develop anywhere in the body—often showing up as a lump, swelling, or ongoing pain that gets brushed off as a training injury. For those working in fitness, that matters. You’re often the o...
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  When Things Feel Uncertain: Stress, Community & Business Reality 10.04.2026 21мин

  Episode Overview A solo episode from Mish on what to focus on when things feel unstable. This comes down to three things: managing your stress, strengthening your community, and adjusting your business before you’re forced to. What You’ll Take Away 1. Manage Your Stress (Daily, Not Occasionally) Find something simple and repeatable that shifts your state — not perfectly, just consistently. Mish shares her go-to: bike ride, time in nature, and breathwork (using the Other Ship app). Check in wi...
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  From First Steps to Five Coaches: Steph’s Journey into the Fitness Industry 16.03.2026 38мин

  In this episode of the Women’s Fitness Education Podcast, Dani chats with Steph Faux, co-founder and head coach of Juggernaut Fitness. Steph shares how her own challenging experience after competing in bodybuilding led her into the fitness industry and sparked a passion for supporting women in a deeper, more meaningful way. Together, Dani and Steph talk about building community, backing yourself, navigating challenges in business, and the powerful impact trainers can have on women’s lives. Ch...
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  From Psychology to PT: Alana’s Graduate Story 01.03.2026 25мин

  In this episode of the Women’s Fitness Education Podcast, Dani sits down with WFE graduate Alana, who completed her Cert III & IV in Fitness while studying psychology at university. Now working at Fernwood and building her own online coaching business — and recently accepted into a Masters of Physiotherapy — Alana shares how she balanced study, built confidence, found her niche in women’s health, and turned qualifications into real-world impact. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can jug...
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  Thriving as a New PT in a Commercial Gym (with Kristy from Fitness Cartel Oxley) 29.12.2025 29мин

  In this episode of the Women’s Fitness Education Podcast, Dani sits down with Kristy, Personal Training Manager at Fitness Cartel Oxley, to unpack what it really looks like to work – and thrive – as a PT in a commercial gym. With nearly 30 years in the industry, Kristy shares openly about her day-to-day as a PT manager, the kind of trainers who do well in a big-box environment, and why attitude, professionalism and community matter more than “looking the part”. She explains how Fitness...
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  “I’m So Glad I Backed Myself” – A Real Talk Conversation with Soph Fit Coaching 23.12.2025 22мин

  At just 24, coach and business owner Soph Karakato has already worked with over 300 clients and built her own successful online coaching brand — Soph Fit Coaching. But her journey didn’t begin with confidence, clarity or a perfectly mapped-out plan. It began with one simple decision: ✨ To back herself. In this episode, Soph shares how she went from studying Cert III & IV in Fitness to building a thriving coaching business at a young age — and why she believes backing yourself...
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  From Lockdown Study to Lasting Impact: Cayde’s Story 15.12.2025 42мин

  Dani chats with Cayde Dewberry, online coach and founder of Audacia Fit, about finding balance, authenticity, and purpose in fitness. From studying her Cert III & IV during lockdown to now coaching women across Australia, Cayde shares how she built a career that fits real life — and why doing what truly lights you up matters most. 💕 Main takeaways: Start small and stay consistentBe authentic — your people will find youSet boundaries earlyBalance fitness with real lifeKeep learning, even w...
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  From Student to Empowering Business Owner — Vanessa’s Story 08.12.2025 29мин

  In this episode of the Women’s Fitness Education Podcast, Dani chats with WFE graduate and business owner Vanessa Azzapardi, founder of The P3 Movement — a fitness business dedicated to supporting prenatal and postpartum women. Vanessa shares how she turned her passion for women’s health into a meaningful career, why she chose to specialise in pregnancy and postpartum training, and how she built a community that goes far beyond “just a workout”. She opens up about starting a business fr...
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  Connection Over Perfection: Client Retention for Female Trainers 01.12.2025 38мин

  In this episode, Dani sits down again with Carol “Caz” Attieh from Fit by Caz to dive into what truly keeps women coming back to training. Caz shares how she’s built a loyal, connected community by focusing on safety, support, and genuine relationships — not just physical results. From celebrating small wins and creating a welcoming culture, to adapting training through different life stages and setting boundaries with empathy, this chat is packed with real-world advice every female ...
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  How to Build a Fitness Business That Lasts — with Mentor Jenna Cooper 24.11.2025 56мин

  In this episode, Dani chats with Jenna Cooper — business mentor, mindset coach, and long-time PT — about what it really takes to build a sustainable career in fitness. From juggling three jobs to pay gym rent to mentoring women across Australia, Jenna has seen it all. She shares honest insights on burnout, boundaries, money mindset, and why passion alone isn’t enough to keep you in the game. If you’re a new or aspiring trainer, this one’s a must-listen. 💡 Key Takeaways Why passion al...
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  Bree Maddock on Coaching Mums with Confidence 17.11.2025 29мин

  In this episode, Dani chats with Bree Maddock — pregnancy & postpartum strength coach, twin mum of three, and no-BS advocate for motherhood, movement, and mindset. Bree shares how she went from working retail and battling self-doubt to building a successful online coaching business that helps moms rebuild strength, confidence, and consistency. You’ll hear stories of evolution, boundary-setting, and mindset resets. If you’ve ever felt “too late,” overwhelmed by motherhood, or unsure ...
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  Balancing It All: How Sarah Juggled Mum Life and Finished Her Cert III & IV 10.11.2025 31мин

  Recent WFE grad Sarah Martin shares how she went from corporate chaos to coaching confidence—juggling kids, study, and life to complete her Cert III & IV in just seven months. She opens up about tackling practical assessments (hello, camera nerves), her “10-minute” time-management rules, and the power of community and support. If you’re thinking about becoming a trainer—or you’re a busy mum wondering if you can actually fit study in—this one’s your sign to rip the bandaid off and get it d...
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  The Power of Sweat Therapy: Caz’s Journey to Empower Women 03.11.2025 38мин

  Dani sits down with Carol “Caz” Attieh, founder of Fit by Caz and the philosophy she calls Sweat Therapy—a boutique, community-first space helping women feel strong, confident and empowered. Caz shares how a post-baby reality check (after child #3!) and one great group class changed everything: from hating gyms to falling in love with lifting, training friends in the park, carting kettlebells through the Sydney CBD as a mobile PT, and ultimately opening her home studio that now serves ...
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  From Self-Doubt to Strength: Olympia’s journey to being a PT 27.10.2025 16мин

  In this episode of the Women's Fitness Education podcast, host Dani speaks with Olympia, a new personal trainer, about her journey into the fitness industry. They discuss the importance of backing oneself, empowering women through fitness, overcoming stigmas associated with age and appearance in the gym, and the rewarding aspects of coaching. Olympia shares her experiences, challenges, and the significance of empathy in building connections with clients. The conversation emphasizes that anyon...