Christine Conti wins IDEA World 2023 Fitness Instructor of the Year! - Episode 307

Episode 307 - Christine Conti wins IDEA World 2023 Fitness Instructor of the Year! 

“One day I may not be able to do this, but today is not that day!”

“The goal in life is to find your gift. Your purpose in life is to give it away…and I just happen to be lucky enough to have realized my gift.”

The Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone just returned from the IDEA World 2023 Convention in LA and are excited to share the BIG news! Get ready as Brian interviews his favorite co-host about what it was like to experience the Opening Ceremonies on July 13th at the LA Convention Center and receive the most prestigious and coveted award in the entire fitness industry, the IDEA WORLD 2023 Fitness Instructor of the Year! Listen up as Christine discusses how an investment banker turned English teacher was able to elbow her way to the top of the fitness industry in only 6 short years. Among the laughs and chaos, Christine shares some important lessons learned on her circuitous journey from a fitness enthusiast to a world-recognized speaker and health and wellness leader. You will not want to miss this episode because it is also chock full of some awesome and inspiring stories, tons of laughs, and let’s not forget, Oprah! 

Yes. You Can!

Stay Fit! Stay Crazie!

Christine and Brian

www.TwoFitCrazies.com

tfcpro@twofitcrazies.com

Facebook: Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast

Instagram: @twofitcrazies 

Website: www.twofitcrazies.com and www.contifit.com 

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Amy Thompson - Owner and COO of IDEA Health and Fitness Association/Wellness Advocate/International Presenter/Industry Activist - Episode 302

Episode 302 - Amy Thompson - Owner and COO of IDEA Health and Fitness Association/Wellness Advocate/International Presenter/Industry Activist

“I leaned into my soft skills. I could be an effective leader and do it in a non-traditional way.”

“Everything we do is to innovate…to help the future fitness professional.”

“Don’t talk about it, be about it.”

“Now is the time to act.” -Amy Thompson

It has been years in the making, but today is the day! Let’s welcome the owner and chief executive officer of IDEA World Health and Fitness Association, Amy Thompson! In this episode, the Two Fit Crazies sit down with one of the most powerful women in the fitness industry as she shares how her passion for physical activity led to her incredible success both personally and professionally. From her time growing up in Provo, Utah with nine siblings, to her acquisition of IDEA World, Amy’s journey has consisted of countless trips around the world, dozens of roles in and around the fitness industry, and tons of priceless learning experiences. Listen up as Amy reveals her “why” for wanting to acquire IDEA World and how she plans to set the bar for the fitness industry as well as help support the future fit pro. Along with running the IDEA World Conference each year, known as the Academy Awards of the fitness industry, Amy has recently taken on the role as VP for World Active. This organization provides a unified voice to advocate for equity, inclusion, and diversity for fitness professionals at the global level. To find out more about Amy or IDEA, visit www.IdeaFit.com!  

Stay Fit! Stay Crazie!

Christine and Brian

www.TwoFitCrazies.com

tfcpro@twofitcrazies.com 

Facebook: Amy Boone Thompson and IDEA Health and Fitness Association 

Instagram: @amyboonethompson and @ideafit

LinkedIn: Amy Thompson 

Website: www.ideafit.com 

#twofitcrazies #podcast #wellness #fitness #IDEA #IDEAWorld #fitpro #inspire #WorldActive #health #advocate #WorldHealthOrganization #FIBO #leadership #AFAA #ACE #NASM #ZUMBA #WNBA #physicaleducation #SHAPEAmerica #SanDiego #equity #inclusion #diversity #MedicalFitnessAssociation #FitnessBusinessAssociation #RTW #CECs #live #AcademyAwardsOfFitness #LAConventionCenter #GeorgeMasonUniversity #personaltrainer #GM #groupexercise #ChanGannaway #LisaDruxam #Fit4Mom #entreprenuer #womanleader 

David Geslak - President/Founder of Exercise Connection - Autism Exercise Specialist - Episode 276

Episode 276 - David Geslak - President/Founder of Exercise Connection - Autism Exercise Specialist 

IDEA 2022 Fitness Leader of the Year Finalist 

“The biggest thing to figure out…How do they learn?” 

“...connect with them…build the relationships beyond biomechanics...build relationships first…you will have a client for life.” David Geslak

In today’s episode of the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, Christine and Brian welcome an amazing human by the name of David Geslak! Recently nominated as a finalist for the 2022 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year Award, David shares how he fell in love with helping those with Autism live more healthy and happy lives. As a former strength and conditioning coach who opened his own gym soon after graduating college, he had no idea that one child would completely “change my career path.” Nineteen years later and now president and founder of Exercise Connection, David Geslak is focused on building relationships and implementing individualized exercise programs using evidence-based strategies for those with Autism. In addition, David is on a mission to educate fitness professionals and medical fitness professionals how to better serve this growing demographic through his ACSM Autism Fitness Specialist Course as well as developing an APP that is currently being implemented in 7 different research studies. David Geslak is a true leader in his work and you can find out more about him and his amazing team of trainers at www.exerciseconnection.com. 

Stay Fit! Stay Crazie! 

Brian and Christine

www.twofitcrazies.com

tfcpro@twofitcrazies.com 

Website: www.exerciseconnection.com 

Instagram: @davidgeslak @exerciseconnection 

Email: David@exerciseconnection.com 

#twofitcrazies #podcast #entrepreneur #exerciseconnection #exercise #autism #autismawareness #IDEA #leader #coach #NASM #AFAA #ACE #specialist #evidencebased #researchbased #team #fun #ACSM #abilitylevel #strengthcoach #gym #school #relationships #trust #NYSAHPRED #ShapeAmerica #physicaleducation #PE

Kimberly Spreen Glick - The Inspired Life - Episode 184

Episode 184 - Kimberly Spreen Glick - The Inspired Life

The Inspired Life LLC. and Make a Difference Academy, Founder, 2015 IDEA Program Director of the Year, EMPOWER 5-Star Development Training Co-Creator, Yoga Alliance ERYT & YACEP, LifeTime Senior Director of Fitness for a decade

“Know who you are...love who you are...be who you are…”

“Let’s bridge the gap between physical fitness and complete well-being.”

-Kimberly Spreen Glick

Kimbery Spreen Glick Links and Info:

Website: www.inspiredwithkimberly.com

Facebook: KimberlySpreenGlick

Instagram: @kimberlyspreenglick

In this Episode 184 of the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, Kimberly Spreen Glick lights up the microphones with her electric personality and riveting story of heartache and resilience. From growing up outside of DC and working 3 jobs to pay her family’s mortgage, to successfully launching her own company and winning the IDEA Program Director of the Year in 2015, Kimberly is “where it’s at!” With over 25 years in the fitness industry, Kimberly is no stranger to persistence and perseverance in her journey to know herself, fall in love with herself, and be herself! As the founder of The Inspired Life LLC, she is on a mission to empower and inspire women around-the-world to experience the worthiness that they were born with. Through her “Wheel of Well-Being,” Kimberly explains how she has come to teach others to improve on the physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, environmental and social aspects of their life to move through fear and “live life from the inside out!” Kimberly Spreen Glick is an unstoppable force that continues to make huge waves in the fitness industry and beyond. Listen closely as she reveals her latest endeavors such as “The Inspired Life Project,” the “3 Steps to Unshakable Self-Worth,” and the Make a Difference Academy on Facebook. Be ready to be inspired!

Enjoy!

-Two Fit Crazies

TFCpro@twofitcrazies.com

www.twofitcrazies.com

Lawrence Biscontini - Mindful Movement Specialist/Mentor/Award Winning Fitness Professional - Episode 174

Episode 174 - Lawrence Biscontini, MA Mindful Movement Specialist, Mentor, Fitness & Spa Consultant, ICAA Advisory Board, Power Music© Consultant, Published Author, Philanthropist, Scholarship Provider, Resident of the World & Award Winner: IDEA, ACE, Can Fit Pro, ECA

“You never choose your path, message, charity. It chooses YOU.” “Everyone needs two mentors; one person in your field and one person you want to be like.” - Lawrence Biscontini

It has been two years in the making, but the Two Fit Crazies were finally able to steal some time with the one-of-a-kind inspirational human by the name of Lawrence Biscontini. Joining the show from his quarantine retreat, or extended “staycation,” in Puerto Rico, Lawrence shares how “fear, family history, and an evil stepmother” inspired him to pursue what was most important to his heart. This self-proclaimed “resident of the world,” who mainly resides in New York, Puerto Rico and Mykonos when he is not presenting around-the-globe, has spent the last 5 months laser-focused on mentoring and consulting fitness professionals on how to elevate their career, make deeper connections on deeper levels, keep the “kind” in human kindness, and how to think like a business. Lawrence reveals why he was compelled to create a Virtual Global United Fitness Roundtable to provide access to the best ideas, tips, and secrets from top industry leaders from around-the-world. From his work with outreach programs for the Sisters of St. Joseph to the Biscontini Scholarships, Lawrence is a truly remarkable soul, and one in which you will surely want as a friend and mentor.

The Two Fit Crazies loved all the amazing advice Lawrence offers up on this episode, so get your pens and pencils ready, it is time for some hashtags: #buckofcrazy #Fitnessworks #Youarenotalone #thrivenotsurvive #Fitfam #YesYouCan

Two Fit Crazies

www.twofitcrazies.com

Super-secret group discount: https://py.pl/9jiBFhxND6S

Email VIP list to join: http://bit.ly/IwanttofindLawrence

Free mastermind group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/findLawrencementoring/

Tiers: https://www.findlawrence.com/mentoring-tiers/

(In honor of Sister Luke) my Sisters of Saint Joseph organization links: http://www.ssjphila.org/home/ and https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/ssjphila

#findlawrence #findBiskit #bucketofcrazy #fitnessworks (but not for free) #sharethis #wellnesswithoutwalls #unitednationsoffitness #youarenotalone #fitfam

Aileen Sheron - Fitness Presenter/Inventor of Omniball - Episode 123

Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast

Episode 123 - Aileen Sheron - Inventor of the Omniball ® & Flexibility Fast/President of Good Natured Products, Inc./IDEA Fitness Presenter/Fitness Specialist at Rancho LaPuerta

 “Remember you are a creative person…have confidence...do your homework!  Exhaust all attempts and resources...be unique!” “...crawl in a hole or be who you are!” -Aileen Sheron

In Episode 123, the Two Fit Crazies were “WOWED” by the amazing Aileen Sheron! Coming to us from sunny West Covina, California, Aileen has been an innovator in the fitness industry for 40 years and counting! From taking and teaching dance lessons, to instructing and working alongside women such as Paula Abdul and Chalene Johnson, Aileen’s creative juices have never stopped flowing. As the creator of countless successful fitness programs, products, and exercise equipment over the years, Aileen’s resilient passion for inventing and reinventing herself is unparalleled. Listen up as Aileen delves into the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur and the invaluable information, she dishes out about what you should be doing in your life to “GO BIGGER!” Aileen will surely inspire you to stay active by incorporating her own invention, the Omniball®, as well as her highly sought-after “Flexibility Fast” programs into your life! 

-Two Fit Crazies

More Information on Aileen:

www.aileensheron.com

www.omni-ball.com

Email: aileen@aileensheron.com

IG: Aileenfitpro

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/aileensheron/ https://www.facebook.com/OmniBallWorkout https://www.facebook.com/aileenhome https://www.youtube.com/user/aileensheron