by Gillian Goerzen | Aug 25, 2024 | Body Positive, Fitness, Inspiration
The seed was planted two years ago. I’d completed my 10k marathon swim (which in itself was it’s own journey), and I remember thinking, huh, that wasn’t impossible…I wonder if I could swim further?! Could I complete an ultra swim? With body...
by Gillian Goerzen | Aug 30, 2022 | Body Positive, Fitness
I was a runner for over 20 years. Between my own running and coaching others, my world revolved around running. I loved it. But in the last few years, my body had stopped loving it. I had chronic back pain. Then there was the pandemic. And I pivoted, hard (just like...
by Gillian Goerzen | Apr 20, 2021 | Body Positive, Healthy Living
Over the past year my body has changed. A fairly considerable amount. It happened over about a 6-10 month period without major changes to my lifestyle. What felt like “all of the sudden,” my clothes weren’t fitting. So I practiced what I preach and...
by Gillian Goerzen | Apr 6, 2021 | Body Positive, Healthy Living
Our brains are busy places. We’re constantly thinking, evaluating, perceiving and making decisions. All. Day. Long. But what happens when a good chunk of your mental real estate is wrapped up in this: Is my shirt sitting nicely? (adjust just to be sure, even...
by Gillian Goerzen | Oct 13, 2020 | Body Positive
At the beginning of each class I teach I invite my participants to Listen, Honour and Challenge themselves. I also remind them to meet themselves where they are today. It’s not just a catchy phrase or something I say light-heartedly. Body respect is essential if...
