MY PERSONAL STORY

Live life to the fullest has always been my motto.

Though I may be a West Coast girl at heart, I actually grew up in the beautiful countryside of rural Ontario. From a young age I’ve always had an adventurous spirit and strong desire to move, explore and try new things. Though you'll find me surfing and wakeboarding now, my love for the water first began when I tried waterskiing at the age of five. Summers were spent boating, catching frogs, building forts, and swimming until my hands were wrinkled. I developed a deep respect for nature, a love for travel and found, as it stands today, my ultimate happy place in the great outdoors. As a child, I recognized the importance of protecting the health of our planet. Over the years I also began to understand that in order to live life fully, you had to take care of your own health & wellbeing. With a strong desire to help others, boundless energy, and an insatiable zest for life I chose to pursue a rewarding career in health and wellness. 

But my own journey to health wasn’t easy. As a young adult, I went through a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows, a pendulum swinging from one extreme to the other. On one end of the spectrum I strove for excellence personally & professionally. Hardworking, driven and passionate I tried to do it all. I worked tirelessly from sunrise to sundown, not wanting to fail in business or at life. But my perfectionism and desire to please people and please myself ultimately became my demise. Although in many I was experiencing success, my life was completely out of balance. On the other end of the spectrum I was exhausted, sleep deprived and emotionally drained. The more I tried to do, the emptier I felt. Years passed and the pendulum swung harder. My business grew exponentially, I travelled to beautiful places and had many countless unforgettable moments with friends & family. Yet at the same time I experienced great losses, heartache, unexpected health issues, and hurdles that seemed insurmountable. I didn't have the knowledge and tools to deal with life's challenges. In an effort to cope, I developed self-destructive behaviours including disordered eating and addictive and self-destructive habits. I lived life from one extreme to the other and catapulted deeper in to what felt like a black depressive hole. On the outside, I appeared happy, energetic and full of life, but on the inside I was struggling, lost and desperately crying for help. Eventually I became depleted on all levels and hit rock bottom.

So I began my path to healing. 

My turning point was a yoga and wellness retreat on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Surrounded by the healing powers of the ocean, I experienced guided meditations, daily yoga, nutritious meals, heartfelt conversations and time for introspection and soul searching. This experience brought light back into my life. Time in personal retreat taught me the value of slowing down and honouring time for self-care. Through meditation, breathing, self-reflection and awareness I discovered that I could help shift my state of being. Yoga became a portal to connect more deeply to my feelings, sensations, emotions and belief patterns. I learned how to better listen to my body, trust my intuition and tap into my own inner guidance. Slowly but surely, I was finally coming back home to myself. In my quest for optimal health, I’ve also sought the guidance of many wellness coaches, yoga teachers, support groups, each having played an integral part in my personal growth. 

The most fundamental part of my journey has been the healing strength of nature.

Ultimately, it is time spent in nature that restores balance, reconnects me to my soul and guides me back to my truth. Exploring forests and mountain tops, walking endless beaches, surfing the abundant ocean, watching the beauty of a sunset or being in awe of a bright, starry night…this is when my soul feels most alive. Nature truly has the power to nourish the mind, body and spirit.

What I know now it that life is a never ending adventure. There will always be ups, downs, twists and turns. But though life’s triumphs and struggles we can learn, grow and evolve. Today, I’m living much more in align with my true authentic self. Wellness, movement, mindfulness, nature, self-expression, kindness and compassion all play an integral role. Embracing a healthy lifestyle allows me to step closer to living my best life. I want to help you do the same!

As a Fitness & Health Coach, I offer an integrative, compassionate, holistic approach. Taking care of ourselves and our planet is a lifestyle choice. It’s an act of deep self-love and a profound dedication to the preservation of all living things. For ten years I have been teaching people how to move their bodies, uplift their spirit, eat healthily and feel their best! The combination of my education, life experience and the commitment to my own personal self-growth makes me an authentic and inspiring wellness coach. Because of my own struggles and challenges, I can empathize with what others are going through. I also know that success, freedom and unbounded happiness are possible. Most importantly, I sincerely and genuinely care.

Together, we can rise above the daily struggles and rediscover that zest for life.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Regan is a Vancouver-based certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, Yoga Teacher and Holistic Nutritionist. For seven years she ran a personal training business in Saskatoon, SK, before moving to Vancouver, BC. Her experience in the fitness industry is extensive and includes private, semi-private and small group training sessions, and classes such as Yoga, HIIT, Bootcamp, TRX, and Kettlebell.

In 2013, Regan was nominated for a "Women of Distinction Award" and received a Certificate of Excellence for her contributions to enhancing the status of women in the community. Through her Nutrition Challenge Program she helped over 600 people feel better, loose weight and learn how to make optimal eating and lifestyle choices.

Regan now runs her business online and locally from beautiful Vancouver, BC. She works with clients individually or in small groups and offers training virtually “in-home”, outside or at the downtown YWCA Health & Fitness Club. For a list of services, please see here.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Personal Trainer - CANFIT PRO

• Certified Yoga Teacher, RYT200

• Certified Nutritional Practitioner

• TRX Group Suspension Training

• Agatsu- Level 1 Kettlebell

• Agatsu - MMA Fitness

• STOTT Pilates Instructor

• Blissology- Superflow Yoga