Being A Ninja

Join us as we interview Fight Fitness Coach Kiana Kavianpour. In this episode we learn about Kiana's background in gymnastics. How her passion for movement led her to her complete a degree in Kinesiology and some of her long term career goals. We also answer questions from our ninjas:

- How do you maintain your fitness goals long term

- What and how to eat after a challenge

- How to deal celebration meals and weekends

Kiana is a Fitness Instructor Specialist and Level 2 WAG gymnastics coach who believes that no matter who you are or where you come from, it's never too late to start something new because anything can be accomplished with a positive mindset.

Join us as we interview Fight Fitness coach Carrie Li. In this episode we learn about Carrie's journey from competitive badminton to fitness. How she actually started as a Fight Fit client years ago and re-joined the community as an intern to become a full fledged coach. We also answer questions from our clients:

- How to stay motivated without restricting yourself

- How to take inches off the waist

- What influences water retention

Carrie Li is a Fitness Coach at Fight Fitness who works with clients to help them achieve their goals whether it be weight loss, jump training or performance enhancement. 

Carrie believes that having the right coach, setting SMART goals and having a positive mindset is what allows clients to push and challenge their own limits to become stronger and healthier.

Carrie started her career as a Certified Personal Trainer a year ago. She began her journey with Fight Fitness through the internship program and graduated into a Coach with the Fight Fit Family.

Carrie is a Certified Personal Trainer through National Academy of Sports Medicine and is a Certified Level 1 Kickboxing Coach through Fight Fitness.

Carrie holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management and a minor of Human Resources Management through Ryerson University.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitness_carrieli/

In the this episode we talk about Charmine's struggle with weight and eating and her tactics on overcoming these. She shares the heart breaking experience of closing down her physical locations but also how she is now helping clients online and continuing to transform lives.

Charmaine has many passions and the core of her work is helping women love the skin they’re in through simple fitness, nutrition, lifestyle and mindset upgrades that lead to massive transformation in body, mind and spirit.

After painfully struggling for 20 years with her weight, body image, and chronic rollercoaster dieting, Charmaine discovered a way to end the struggle. The solution she found allowed Charmaine to release and keep off almost 50 lbs she feels it is her duty and privilege to share what she knows with the world.

Charmaine has a university education as a Kinesiologist specializing in exercise prescription, nutrition and psychology and has helped thousands of people transform their bodies and lives since starting as a Fitness and Transformation Coach in 2010.

After a devastating snowboard crash ended Charmaine’s Olympic Level snowboard career and left her almost paralyzed in 2009, she took her passion for movement and started 2 gyms called Ironside Fitness that operated for 6 years. When the Covid19 Virus shut down happened she was forced to close the doors of Ironside Fitness and shifted to a completely virtual Fitness and Transformation Platform allowing her to service her clients in Calgary and around the world.

Charmaine enjoys all the hats she wears, including being a mom to a fabulous daughter and energetic son), a wife to an incredible husband, and an entrepreneur who is constantly evolving, walking her talk and looking for ways to help people live better lives.

In this episode, we learn how he started his Youtube channel with his partner by only sharing videos with friends with no bussines plan and yet grew multiple channels to millions of subscribers. We dive into his thoughts on the BLM movement and why we as a community shoud support it. Also we learn about his other business projects and passions to help others with their passions.

Joe Jitsukawa is a serial entrepreneur, comedian, investor, and public speaker. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and grew up surrounded by the growing gang culture in LA.

"I decided to change my life around when I was 18. I went from not knowing what a GPA was in high school to graduating top of my class in college, and eventually, I quit my 9-5 job to pursue my passion, which is comedy." Joe says.

Tired of the regular 9-5 job, Joe quit and co-founded JustKiddingFilms, a comedy YouTube channel in 2007. Through this channel, Joe and his team of friends shoot comedic sketches through which they teach good things "in a bad way."

Besides YouTube, Joe has also found success in different business ventures, such as apparel, consulting, e-commerce, and investing. He likes advising and investing in several businesses, including a growing matcha franchise in LA called Junbi.

"Many people believe that you can't make a living off of your passion, but I have made a career and monetized all of the things that I am passionate about comedy, hanging out with friends and family, fashion, food, etc," Joe says.

Through it all, Joe wants to be the pioneer in helping those who feel trapped in a career they do not like and help people move towards something they are passionate about.

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/theuncochin

Just Kidding News: https://www.youtube.com/user/JustKiddingNews

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joejitsukawa/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoeJitsukawa/

Website: http://www.joejitsukawa.com/

In this episode, we learn how Abby lost 50 lbs and transformed her life. She shares how trying different programs in gyms and community centers never worked for her. How pressure from her family got her to commit to our 6 week challenge to start her weight loss journey of losing 20 lb. And her little known tip on how stay accountable to nutrition a nutrition program.

Jeff Chan is the founder of MMAShredded.com and a pro fighter under ONE Championships. In this episode we learn how being bullied about knowing kung fu, led Jeff to actually picking up Muay Thai and beginning his Martial Arts journey. We talk about how Jeff gave up a steady career in law enforcement to focus on his online business and why sharing so called "secrets" with the world has help him build a thriving business.

Jeff teaches martial arts and fitness through social media platforms YouTube, Instagram and Facebook under the name MMAShredded. He's also a coach at Barrhaven Martial Arts Centre.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.chan.56

Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/mmashredded/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1ZR07apYANZ3MmlbipIXg

Website: https://www.mmashredded.com/

Chris Lopez is the creator of Kettlebellworkouts.com and the #AlphaDAD Project. In this episode he shares the feelings of imposter syndrome he had starting his online business and how figuring out his WHY got him through it. We also talk about how comparing himself to others caused him to make the wrong decisions in business and why taking care of customers is the MOST important thing in business.

Chris Lopez writes about how to optimize your life as a Modern Day Family Man and model a healthy lifestyle for your loved ones.  A Husband and Father of 5. A Self-Published Author. A Speaker. A Coach. A World Traveler. A Wannabe Surfer An Old School Hip Hop Connoisseur (Mis Top 5 are Nas, Biggie, Rakim, Jay-Z & Kendrick).

Instagram: @chrislopez.io | @thealphadad | @kettlebellworkouts

In this episdoe we get to hear how Herman lost 30 lbs as a client and some of his biggest challenges transitioning from a client to a coach. Also we get the answer questions from our ninjas like:

- What are ways to incorporate more protein in a vegetarian diet

- How strength training plays a role in fat loss

- How to workout in the morning

Herman C is a coach at Fight Fitness who works with men and women to reach their fitness and health goals through the art of fitness kickboxing and afterburn bootcamp sessions. Herman believes that through determination and hard work

Herman has been a loyal client at Fight Fitness and within a year became Fight Fitness champion during a 6 week assessment cycle and successfully gone through challenges like the Beach Body Challenge.

Herman is a black band holder at Fight Fitness and completed the Fitness Kickboxing Certificate program. By completing the internship program, he has successfully climbed aboard the coaching staff.

Herman holds a degree in business administration with specialized honors in

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcsignaturefitness/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InitialHC

In this episode we learn about how Ken went from Biomedical Engineering to Fitness, What working with Athletes Taught Him and Also Why He Chose Fight Fit To Continue His Fitness Career.

We also get to answer questions like:

- What we're doing at Fight Fitness with new policies and procedures for COVID-19

- Why you may not be losing body fat

- How to get defined abs.

Ken Zhang is a fitness professional who works with people from all walks of life. It doesn't matter if you're an overweight individual striving to lose a few pounds or if you're an avid fitness enthusiast looking to take it to the next level. Ken can help you all become a stronger version of "you".

Ken believes that attaining true mental, physical and emotional balance is a lifelong journey. This holistic approach to fitness and health is paramount to success in all areas of life.

Ken has worked at various kickboxing, athletic and rehabilitation training facilities for over 3 years. Over the years Ken has worked with a variety of individuals ranging from people with disabilities (e.g. Cerebral Palsy) to firefighters, paramedics, policemen and elite athletes that play at the national level (e.g. Luke Willson of the Seattle Seahawks NFL).

Ken is certified in Canfitpro Personal Trainer Specialist, Ontario Fitness Council RHEP- Personal Trainer & Group Exercise, Twist Advanced Functional Training and Fitness Kickboxing Canada.

Ken completed his Fitness and Health Promotion program with honours from Centennial College and attends fitness events and workshops to continue his lifelong journey of learning.

We interview coach Sean Howard, one of our Fitness Coaches at Fight Fitness!

In this interview we learn about Sean's journey when he lost 60 lbs to now becoming a fully certified personal trainer and coach. Also, his start into a full vegan lifestyle.

We answer questions from clients like:

I have made a personal choice of becoming vegetarian. So what “more” can I do now to lower my BF% and increase muscle mass?

I am struggling with diet...what should i do?

How do you feel about intermediate fasting?

Seanis Living is a resident Fight Fitness Coach, Consultant and all around Health & Wellness enthusiast!

Over 10 years of personal experience with strength and conditioning training have really shaped Sean's diverse training style and inner drive to help his clients lock into their maximum potential and achieve amazing fitness results. Sean's philosophy is simple, focusing your intention on a SMART fitness and nutritional goal every year is one of the best ways to stay active, healthy and inspired to achieve your best. "Our intention creates reality!"

With broadly recognized certifications in Fitness Kickboxing and Kettlebell instruction and a spirit for learning, Sean has even taken his training overseas to work closely with professional Muay Thai fighters to sharpen his skills and expertise.

Reach out to Sean:

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanisliving

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanisliving/