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From No Workout Routine to Leading Outdoor Backpacking Trips for Teens in Australia: Charlotte's Story
“No matter where I lived or what my schedule looked like, SHINE became the one thing that always grounded me.” -Charlotte Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/WVXz_lYrMZw?si=YlPEmAwhoUk4Lb5C Listen to the full story: Spotify or Apple Summary Introduction What Was Charlotte's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE Australia, Guiding, and Needing To Feel Strong for Her Job Hearing SHINE-isms in the Hard Moments Bringing Body-Positive Fitne

Jess Takimoto
Dec 9, 20255 min read
From Not Showing Up for Herself to Missing Working Out on Her Days Off
“I didn’t realize how much I needed SHINE until I found it. When they told me about the accountability, I actually started crying; I finally felt supported.” - Jenna Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/QyHquSDAExE?si=2VPZlWmHvJhWzaG1 Summary Introduction What Was Jenna's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE The Investment That Changed Everything The Ripple Effect: Stronger, Happier, More Connected Jenna's Message If You're Nervous About

Jess Takimoto
Dec 2, 20253 min read
From an Inconsistent Routine to Working Out Every Week: Rithika's SHINE Story
“I used to think consistency wasn’t possible for me. Now I have twelve months of stickers proving otherwise.”- Rithika Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/gfs4X7ffqC8?si=ZX4d7JU2lUc7SI1p Listen to the full story: Spotify or Apple Summary Introduction What Was Rithika's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE Building Consistency The First Moment It “Clicked” From “I’ll Only Do Cardio” → “I Survived a HIIT Class! Rithika's Advice for Anyo

Jess Takimoto
Nov 25, 20254 min read


From Working Out Along to Finding Community: Brianna's SHINE Story
"I've never felt more fulfilled in my life” - Brianna Summary Introduction Finding Consistency and Joy in Exercise Community That Feels Like Family Her Advice to New Members READY TO START YOUR OWN SHINE STORY? Introduction Meet Brianna , one of our incredible SHINE members who joined in August 2024 after discovering us on Instagram and never looked back. 🌟 “I just saw how fun it looked,” she says. “I signed up for a free class, got a call asking when I’d come in, and thoug

Jess Takimoto
Nov 18, 20252 min read
From Hating the Gym to 5+ Years of SHINE Online: Emily S's SHINE Story
"I used to think fitness had to happen in a gym. SHINE showed me I could build strength, endurance, and confidence right from my living room.”- Emily S Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/Wuic3hg4yEU?si=7clMATtut5W8LXyr Listen to the full story: Spotify or Apple Summary Introduction What Was Emily's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE Making Space for SHINE Making Time for SHINE 💪 From “I Can’t Do a Burpee” → “I’m a Fit Person” Emil

Jess Takimoto
Nov 11, 20255 min read


From 10 Years Without Exercise to 4 Classes Every Week: Clodagh's SHINE Story
“I hadn’t worked out in ten years. Now I’m stronger, happier, and full of energy—and it all started with one class.” - Clodagh Summary Introduction What Was Clodagh's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE The 6-Week Challenge: Accountability + Energy Clodagh's Transformation Clodagh’s Advice for Anyone Hesitating READY TO START YOUR OWN SHINE STORY? Introduction When Clodagh found SHINE FIT on Google earlier this year, she wasn’t looking for

Jess Takimoto
Nov 4, 20252 min read


From ACL Surgery to Working out Regularly: Xiu's SHINE Story
“I started at zero after surgery. Now I’m doing things I once thought I’d never do again.” - Xiu Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/Ea_801f76IU?si=iSsdT1UnRD6iKWax Listen to the full story: Spotify or Apple Summary Introduction What Was Xiu's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE From Surgery → Strength: The Physical Wins Xiu's Mental Health Transformation Her Advice for Anyone Struggling After Injury ✨ READY TO START YOUR OWN SHINE S

Jess Takimoto
Oct 28, 20253 min read


From "Fitness Isn't For Me" to Assistant Studio Manager, Leader, and Moving with Confidence: Megan M's SHINE Story
“I used to think I wasn’t a fit person because I didn’t look like one. Now I know I am—because I show up.” - Megan M Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/UFKZkvEHjdw Listen to the full story: Spotify or Apple Summary Introduction What Was Megan's Relationship With Fitness Before SHINE? The Turning Point: Finding SHINE From Drop-Ins to Energy Exchange: Finding Her Place 💙 The 6-Week Challenge: Breaking Down Walls, Building Confidence ⚡ From Member → Assistant Studio Mana

Jess Takimoto
Oct 14, 20254 min read


From Laziness and Back Pain to Getting Her Energy Back: Passang's SHINE Story
“My body thanked me for joining the 6-Week Challenge. My energy is back, my back pain is gone, and I finally feel like myself again." -...

Jess Takimoto
Oct 7, 20253 min read


From Fitness as a Punishment to Moving for Herself: Christine's SHINE Story
“I was so fixated on how I looked that I forgot how to live. Movement should be a joy, not a punishment.” - Christine Watch the full...

Jess Takimoto
Sep 30, 20253 min read


From Couch Potato to Consistency, Confidence, and Energy: Oma's SHINE Story
“I was basically a couch potato, slowly sliding into depression. I decided to make one change—any change. I came to SHINE and never...

Jess Takimoto
Sep 23, 20252 min read


From “I'm Not a Fit Person” and Getting Lost in Divorce to Finding Her Spark: Brandy's SHINE Story
“I never thought of myself as a fit person. Now I’m in the best shape of my life in my 40s and it keeps getting better. SHINE helped me...

Jess Takimoto
Sep 16, 20253 min read


From Being Intimidated by Fitness Spaces to Not Being Able to Live Without It: Rianna's SHINE Story
"I never thought I could stick to a fitness routine, but now I can’t imagine my life without SHINE.” ~ Rianna Watch the full story:...

Jess Takimoto
Sep 8, 20253 min read


From Not Prioritizing Fitness to Consistency and Community: Emma C’s SHINE Story
“I was always the kid picked last in gym class. Now I’m stronger, more consistent, and actually excited to work out." - Emma Watch the...

Jess Takimoto
Sep 1, 20253 min read


From Fitness Burnout & Gallbladder Surgery to Confidence & Consistency: Michelle’s SHINE Story
"This is the first time I’ve ever been consistent with exercise, and it’s because I actually want to be here. I’m not doing it out of...

Jess Takimoto
Aug 19, 20253 min read


From Self-Doubt and Gym Anxiety to Fitness Instructor in Training: Chantel's SHINE Story
“It literally feels like a new me. I'm learning, I'm healing, and for the first time ever — I'm letting myself be happy.” - Chantel Watch...

Jess Takimoto
Aug 6, 20254 min read


From Self-Doubt to Showing Up: Paula's SHINE Story
"I feel like a butterfly coming out of a cocoon." Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/8UwhlhyEklY?si=QL_xo-kQX9InSmtI Summary Before...

Jess Takimoto
Jul 29, 20253 min read


From Avoiding Exercise to Building Her Life Around It: Emma K's SHINE Story
“I didn’t just build a fitness routine — I built a life I’m proud of.” - Emma K Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/WW6VCB74kNs Listen...

Jess Takimoto
Jul 22, 20254 min read


From Disordered Eating to Finding Strength in a Supportive Fitness Community: Julie-Anne's SHINE Story
I'm not just building muscle. I’m building my ability to do hard things.” - Julie-Anne Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/qvzb49H1Bl0...

Jess Takimoto
Jul 6, 20254 min read


From Isolation to Finding a Supportive Community of Forever Friends: Lexi's SHINE Story
“I used to think missing one workout meant I failed. Now I know I can always come back. I’m not stuck anymore.” Watch the full story:...

Jess Takimoto
Jun 22, 20254 min read
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