Loyobo FIT
199 Victoria Rd S Unit C1 N1E6T9 Guelph, ON, Canada

Are you ready to SUPER-CHARGE your mornings? Or - just hate mornings less? Yeah - us too. ... We know that many of us could benefit from a little boost to help us get through the day. To feel better, to set ourselves up for success. It is why for the next 4 weeks, we are offering a FREE Mindful Morning virtual class, every Tuesday at 8:30am. This class will help you start your morning off with your best foot forward! It consists of gentle stretches, movement to activate your core, improve posture and affirmations + meditations! And best of all - it is just 15 minutes. Perfect for a busy schedule and easy to commit to when you are feeling overwhelmed. So, we wanted to share a few of our favourite morning affirmations to help get you started! Swipe through and don't forget to save this post so they are easy to find when you need them. Click the link below to SAVE YOUR SPOT for our first Mindful Morning Class on Tuesday February 23 at 8:30am. https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws And please - share with your friends and family. We want to help as many people as possible who could benefit from a little extra pick me up. See you Tuesday!

As a proud supporter of the body positive movement, we think it is important to recognize all the wonderful and strong black activists with whom it began - especially during Black History Month. The Body Positive movement is about creating a space for marginalized bodies to exist, be seen and celebrated. It was started by black women and gained popularity due to their hard work. By being honest about their own body image issues, normalizing marginalized bodies and courageou...sly questioning societal standards for beauty, they have encouraged millions of people around the world to love themselves as they are and find more peace, contentment and joys in their lives. They have also challenged and continue to challenge the ways that racism, ableism, fatphobia, and sexism exist in the wellness community. Body positivity isn't just about loving your body. It is about recognizing the work that needs to be done to ensure that black, indigenous, trans, disabled and all different kinds of bodies are also seen as worthy, beautiful and deserving of acceptance. Here are some of our favorite black wellness and body positive influencers. Make sure to give them a follow on instagram to fill your feed with positivity and diverse bodies! @iamtabithabrown @hakunamakeda @indiajanee @lilyyange @mixedfatchick @kelvindavis @iamchrissyking @drheatherirobundamd @samaraterese #Normalizeblackbodies #normalizemarginalizedbodies #blackhistorymonth

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS? Trying to stop yoyo dieting? Looking for something that really works? Feeling like you are in a constant battle with yourself?... We understand that it can be tempting to buy that detox tea or try another diet or commit to another workout program.... because it's all over social media and you’re desperate to find a solution. You spend the money, you get excited and hopeful, and you may even see some initial results. But, after a few weeks/months, you always end up RIGHT BACK where you started... which messes with your self-confidence and leaves you more frustrated/depressed than ever. We understand how awful this can feel - because we have been there, too! We want to show you a different way forward and prove to you that it IS possible to find what works for you and feel GOOD about your body. This is where our Love Your Body Blueprint comes into play. We designed this course to show you how to create an action plan to break through your barriers and address the ROOT CAUSES of why you are stuck. In 5 days you will learn: Why diets and your attempts to change have failed. (HINT: It's not what you think and has NOTHING to do with your willpower!) Ditch your shame script + negative self-talk and understand the tools you need to GET RESULTS (aka more energy, body confidence, self-love & consistency!) Discover your WHY and gain that motivation to achieve your goals How to build a proper self-care & movement practice that works catered to YOU. Say NO to guilt and shame. Say NO MORE to self-sabotage, the ups and downs, and the constant battle you have with yourself. Everyone deserves to love their body and feel great about themselves. AND THAT MEANS YOU TOO! All you have to do is commit to YOU and say yes to changing your life. Let’s do this together. Spaces are limited. Are you ready? Click the link below to find out more and to save your spot! https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws #loyobofit #loveyourbody #health #selflove #selfcare #beatdietculture #noshame #fitness #wellness #mentalhealth #bodylove #struggleisnotfailure

Celebrating lots of BIG WINS and some superstar bracelet milestones this week!! Congratulations to Erynn Wiltzen for earning her 350 class bracelet! Give it up for Lauren Carruthers and Linda McFadden (pictured here) for earning their 100 class bracelet!... We are so proud to share in this journey with you all and have enjoyed each and every one of those classes along with you Thank you for committing to movement with Loyobo! Leave a comment to celebrate these incredible peeps and show them some Loyobo LOVE!!!" See more

Not feeling inspired by your at-home workout space? With so many people making the big transition to working out from home while accessing virtual classes, we're seeing that how much they enjoy their space makes a big impact on whether or not they feel motivated to use it! This can mean how it looks visually, how comfortable it is, or how equipped it is with what they need for classes. We encourage you to create a zen-zone for yourself! A space that will make you EXCITED to... move and to connect to class. Invest in quality equipment that will serve you and your movement long-term! ( we're loving our new meditation cushions from Half-Moon!) Post pictures or quotes that are inspirational to you! (Maybe even a vision board!) Put up a calendar to remind you of your goals and so you can look forward to your class schedule! (pre-register early for more accountability!) Create a tranquil space for more mindful classes by dimming the lights, using candles, a fireplace, essential oils, etc! Mirrors can be really helpful for checking your form (and for checking yourself out! ) Depending on the class, you may want to set up your own motivating playlist to encourage you to push a little harder! Get creative with whatever gets you giddy to enter your workout space and give your all! (And if you feel inspired, tag us in a photo of your new, go-getter space!)

Ouch, you've gotten injured! Now what Let’s face it - no matter how careful we are in our lives, injuries can happen! Which is why we need to understand how to deal with injuries at a physical and emotional level and learn out how to get back on track with our health and fitness goals after sustaining one. ... For years when we got hurt, we were told to rest, ice, compress and elevate (RICE). We were told to slow down, to stop moving and avoid doing anything to further aggravate the injury. After decades of telling patients with injuries or pain to take it easy, medical professionals are now starting to change their tune by prescribing light movement instead. This is because gentle movement at the beginning of an injury decreases the build up of buildup of scar tissue within the injured joint or muscle/tendon. It also increases blood flow and oxygen to the injured area which stimulates healing. While you never want to go hard right after an injury or ignore pain, you don’t necessarily have to stay in bed either, which in fact can sometimes make the injury or pain worse!! Walking, swimming, gentle Yoga and rehabilitative Pilates are great ways to ease back into movement and keep your core strong during the recovery process. Read our latest blog post for some great tips on moving your body safely after an injury! Click the link below: https://www.loyobofit.com///4uipastoceiw0q91aebokjwg9wr5k8

WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM YOUR MOVEMENT TODAY? We are proud to offer a library of 200+ fitness classes that can help support you during these stressful times - on-demand, whenever you need it Whether you need to create calm, dance it out, or sweat the stress away, these replays are always here for you - and so are we! Once you access a class, it is available to view as many times as you want while your membership or class pass is valid/active. There are a wide var...iety of formats and you can view them whenever you’d like. Pluswe add 3-5 new replays every week so the options are ever-growing! Here are some suggestions for our favourite replays, depending on what you might need! When you want to RAMP IT UP (sweat it out, push your limits, challenge yourself!) - Fab Abs + Booty with Lori, Pyramid Workout! - Fitness Kickboxing with Courtney # 2 - Barre Strength with Donna # 1 When you're ready to ROCK OUT (move to the music, be playful, inspire joy!) - Step it Up with Christie, Rainbow Bootcamp - Dance Fitness with Sobia (ft Lori & Courtney!) # 2 - Intro to Belly Dancing with Alaina, Friday Happy Hour Class When you'd like to RECONNECT (move mindfully, connect to your body, find inner peace) - LoYoga for Strength & Flexibility w/ Sobia - Pilates with Katie, Foundational Movements - Mind/Body Unwind with Reeshma # 1 When you're needing a RELEASE (let go, release the tension, relieve stress) - Mid Day Flow with Kirstie # 1 - 20 minute LoYoga with Sobia for Stress and Anxiety - Mind/Body Unwind with Lori, Rolling out Tight Muscles These online classes are available to ANYONE with an Internet connection - you don’t have to be in Guelph, or Ontario, or even Canada! All of our virtual classes are also designed with living rooms in mind, so they don’t use a lot of equipment and you don’t need a lot of space Click the link below to check out these replays and more! https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws

Take a peek inside one of our Virtual Zumba classes! Work up a sweat and have fun while you are doing it. At Loyobo FIT, we do things differently! We are a fitness community that creates a safe space and uses the Self Love Framework to help you learn how to LOVE your body. The four pillars of what we do include: Movement, Mindset, Nourishment and Community.... In fact, in this particular class - you will see many of the participants and instructors just wearing their sports bras! Why Because we were challenging each other to get out of our comfort zones, to normalize our bodies and to spend time moving! And support one another by getting uncomfortable together. We now offer both in-studio classes in Guelph, Ontario and also LIVE virtual classes. If you are ready to take the first step in your journey, reach out today and book a Love Your Body Orientation Session to find out what we are all about. No commitment or strings attached - just a chance for us to meet each other! DM us to set up your session today!

We think it’s important to use our platform to amplify voices, which is why we will be highlighting a leader in the Body Positivity movement or wellness community on our page every week. We highly recommend giving them a follow! Something we strongly advocate for, as a part of loving your own body, is to expose yourself and fill your news feed with diverse bodies.... This week we'd like to highlight India Janee who is an inspirational writer and strong proponent of body positivity! You can follow her directly at: https://www.instagram.com/indiajanee Despite inheriting a genetic facial deformity from their mother, India Janee and her sister Asia Mekole, are the most positive spirits and believe in living life to the fullest! They regularly post inspiring videos and posts on Youtube and Instagram and their mantra is: Confidence is sexy! "If I can look at myself on camera everyday and tell myself I’m beautiful so could you boo! Everyday I become a better person, not for anyone but for myself." says India. She inspires us to create our own vision of our existence, set new standards and connect with our inner selves! When you look in the mirror, what's the most beautiful thing you see? Comment below to share with us! See more

Our very own Courtney McCarthy has been NOMINATED for an Paragon Award as Personal Trainer of the Year! "The Paragon Awards honours the contribution, vision, attitude and impact of the broader wellness community The personal trainer of the year exemplifies consistent execution, leadership and innovation with their programs or delivery model." (For any of you who have taken a class with Courtney, a one-on-one session, or even just shared the same space as her posit...ive, bubbly energy, I think you can say a big HECK YES to everything above! ) The winners of the Paragon Awards are selected by YOU and the awards will be handed out live, during their online Impact Lives event November 19-21 2019. AND - On behalf of all the nominees, Clinician Business Labs will be making donations to 3 different charities. You can choose which charity you would like them to support when you vote! VOTING ENDS OCTOBER 9th! Click the link below to access the voting page, and share below if you showed Courtney some love! https://go.clinicianbusinesslabs.com/paragonawards

Are you joining Courtney on Monday? :)

Raise your hand if you feel like there aren't enough hours in the day! Or if you constantly feel overwhelmed about all you need to get done but just can't seem to focus. Can't remember the last time you slowed down and took a breath.... If you answered yes to any of the above, then you need to incorporate a meditation practice in your daily life. By allowing us to to pay attention, purposefully and non-judgmentally, to our experience in the present moment, meditation can help us find balance in our daily routines, regulate our emotions and become more productive! Not sure where to start? Let us help. Join our FREE Live Workshop on Meditation for Beginners on Saturday, Oct 3rd from 1- 2.30 pm. Get to know how meditation can change your life and what you need to do to set up your meditation practice. Only limited spots available so make sure to grab yours right away. Click on the link below to sign up: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws See more

These are unprecedented times - we are surrounded by change and many aspects of our lives have been disrupted leading to anxiety and stress. This means we aren't sleeping well. We are short tempered and angry. We can barely remember what day it is... and honestly some days we have to fight just to make it through our normal daily activities. And we aren't sure how to fix it. What can you do to cope when you feel this overwhelmed? ... What can we do to stay centred amidst all the uncertainty? This isn't about distraction. Its not about a band-aid solution. Its about creating real change to show you how strong you are. Its about tapping into something deep inside of you. Its about learning a skill that will help you right now, but will also help you in all areas of your life. It will help you find your confidence, build consistency and finally feel like the GODDESS that you are. We can choose to freak out and let the anxiety take over. Or we can choose to step into the best version of ourselves. We can choose to uplevel. And this is where meditation comes in. During times of heightened fear, meditation can help us: notice that we are caught up in anxious thoughts interrupt the thought cycle we are caught up in connect us with our breath choose a new pathway forward The best news of all? You can start feeling the results with as little as 5 minutes a day. Yup. Less time than it makes to make your coffee in the morning. (In fact you can do it while it brews!) THIS is why we're bringing you a FREE workshop to help you get started and take advantage of the numerous benefits of meditation. Join us on Saturday, Oct 3 from 1-2.30 and get all the tools you need to develop your personal meditation practice. Click on the link in our bio to sign up: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws

We want to give a special shout out to Beth and Ryan Waller, Guelph Real Estate Agents who are donating their air time on Magic 106.1 FM to small businesses like ours! We are so grateful. And if you have been thinking about trying us out... check out their page or mention you heard their ad for us to get a special offer!... https://bethandryan.ca/

We made it to Round 2 of the Guelph Mercury Reader's Choice Awards! Thank you so much for voting for us so far. Please keep voting to help us win!... We are nominated for: Best Fitness Club Best Pilates Studio Best Yoga Studio Best Zumba Courtney is nominated as Best Fitness Trainer & Best Zumba Instructor! Sobia is nominated as Best Yoga Instructor! To vote, click on the link below: https://www.guelphmercury.com///subcategories/fitness-club Register or sign in to cast your vote. Voting is open till Oct 18th! Thank you in advance for all your support. See more

Mantra of the day - Take Space & Make Space! A highlight from our recent Yoga for Fuller Bodies workshop with Sobia and Christie. Creating a safe space for all bodies is not just something we are passionate about, it is our mission. ... We want to help you feel comfortable in your skin. To find joy in movement. And that can mean having uncomfortable discussions. Asking questions that you have never been able to ask before at another yoga studio. And having instructors who are prepared to answer those questions. To show you a different way forward. To create trust so that you feel safe to try something new. We promise - we will be there with you every step of the way. As you learn to own your value. To own your strengths. To stand in your own space and to feel empowered to know that your body is GOOD. Because it is. YOU are good. So - to whoever needs to hear this today... TAKE UP SPACE! And if you missed this amazing workshop, the replay is available in our On-Demand section. Sign up for a drop-in pass to watch it! Or it is included in our trial passes and all our memberships! Send us a DM for more info.

Taking a few minutes a day in meditation can help change our brain - for the better! Regular meditation slows down the activity of the parietal lobe (gatekeeper of our senses) and decreases the brain cell volume in the amygdala (responsible for generating anxiety, stress and fear). This means a reduction in the flow of incoming information leading to improved concentration and focus as well as changes in our subjective perceptions and feelings leading to an enhanced... sense of well-being. Taking some time out during our day to pause and focus on our breath is so important for our mental and physical health! Join us tomorrow on Facebook Live at 2 pm and be guided through a 5 minute breath awareness meditation! The relaxation and stress release will spill over into the rest of your day - we promise! And if you want to make meditation a regular part of your lives and get all the benefits, then join our FREE Live Meditation for Beginners Workshop on Saturday, Oct 3 from 1-2.30 pm. Spaces are filling up fast so make sure to sign up right away! Click on the link in below to grab your spot: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws See more

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