STRONGtalks Live


Join us for an evening of shared stories, a live panel interviewing our experts, and meet the STRONG Team. 

New Date
Thursday, September 26th at 7pm
STRONG Fitness Magazine Offices/Studios
2532 Wharton Glen Ave, Unit 3, Mississauga, Ontario

Episode 7: Coaching & Community

Working as a Fitness Coach can be a very fulfilling career for those who enjoy living a strong, healthy lifestyle that inspires others and helps to transform lives. A career as a Fitness Coach also offers the type of independence and autonomy many individuals prefer when considering professional pursuits. On the flip side though, being a Fitness Coach can easily feel isolating and lonely. Learn why Fitness Coaches need community, and how to create it successfully to keep yourself and your business thriving. With an expert panel of industry professionals leading the way in women’s fitness today sharing their expertise and experience IRL, you’ll be well on your way to making the kind of connections you need to grow your health, happiness, and business as a Fitness Coach. 

The STRONG Talks Podcast Host Gail Mitch welcomes Paul Buceta, Jennifer Van Barneveld-Pe, Kathryn Lekas, and Rita Catolino.


The STRONGtalks Podcast Host Gail Mitch identifies how community plays a significant role in a career as a Fitness Coach, and speaks with an expert panel of industry professionals about the importance of community and how to successfully create it during this live event from the STRONG Fitness studio in Mississauga, Ontario. 


Special Guests & Topics

Paul Buceta, STRONG Fitness Magazine Founder and Chief Photographer, shares why he started the publication for women over a decade ago, and how STRONG not only continues to appear on newsstands across North America as the leading women’s fitness magazine, but continues to grow beyond the page with each issue. 

*Paul will also be taking behind-the-scenes event photos that are guaranteed to appear in the pages of STRONG or on @strongfitnessmag social media tagging those who appear in them. 

Jennifer Van Barneveld-Pe explains her epic evolution as a Fitness Coach. Learn how Coach JVB went from working solo on the gym floor more than a decade ago to establishing her globally-renowned STRONG Girls transformation team, bringing countless women together and catapulting to success together.

Kathryn Lekas addresses the importance and art of story telling for Fitness professionals who want to carve their place in the industry, and beyond. Learn how sharing your expertise and experiences as a Coach in print and online can help you establish credibility, connect with the right audience, and elevate your efforts with your business and brand from the Editor-in-Chief of STRONG Fitness Magazine

Rita Catolino shares her secrets to success as a top Fitness Coach for over 20 years. Learn the connection strategies that have helped keep Rita relevant and successful over the past couple of decades in an industry that continues to attract more coaches than ever with emerging technology. 


PLUS: Get Content To Create Community NOW

Following the panel discussion, all confirmed event attendees have the opportunity to have their photo taken by STRONG Fitness Magazine Founder and Chief Photographer Paul Buceta with The STRONGtalks Podcast Host Gail Mitch and the special panel of industry experts to share on social media. 

REFRESH & CONNECT: 
Meet Industry Leaders In Real Life

Enjoy wine (or sparkling water) and cheese after the panel discussion while introducing yourself to everyone.


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