Taking my leggings off for this official announcement , I am proudly representing the Fitness Business Podcast (#fbpfanatic) which is basically my alma mater 🏻-let me explain... With over 700,000 downloads this podcast is THE resource for fitness managers, owners, and club operators. Years ago I went from a GroupX manager at a small club making 🥜, to a bigger chain due to a buyout, and then, rather fortuitously, to my soulmate Athletic Club @dac_eugene - a family owned, historic building, 100,000 sq feet spanning two city blocks, with 8 group fitness studios in the heart of downtown Eugene . I wanted to be a better leader and as my responsibilities grew from GroupX to Small Group, to Personal Training to #allthingsfitness, I quickly realized that I needed to have a fuller understanding of overall club operations. I needed to know how the whole engine worked (from facilities maintenance to food and beverage, to locker rooms and towel service, to the welcome desks etc). Enter FPB! I started binge consuming episodes and my confidence in my role grew. So today, it’s with with excitement and gratitude that I take on this temporary role with 6 international leaders that I’m super honored to be listed among 🤩: @sfable @rebecca.garitypinto @thefunctionroompt @marisahoff @salesdad44 @audrey.cairn Thank you FBP: @activemanagement @dorinuge @chantalbrodrickfitness @jstowellfitbiz @sarahpell14
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ElleNEllen de Werd is a renowned fitness industry leader with over 25 years of experience in group fitness. A 2024 and 2025 IDEA Group Fitness Instructor of the Year Award nominee, she is the visionary creator behind the WARRIOR formats—dynamic, license-free programs now taught in 14 countries. Through her company, Ellen empowers group fitness professionals with smart, fun, and original content designed to inspire and elevate their classes. She is also the host of the Confessions of a GroupX Instructor podcast, a Legacy Lululemon Ambassador, and an active instructor based in Eugene, Oregon. Archives
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