Ingrid Knight Cohee on Group Fitness Trends, Lululemon Wellness Report & Les Mills Report

All Things Fitness and Wellness

In this episode, we’re joined by Ingrid Knight-Cohee, the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year and Director of Fitness Classes at Fitness World Canada. We explore how the fitness industry is shifting to meet people where they are, with a growing demand for low-impact, approachable fitness formats like Pilates and how group classes are becoming social hubs. We also dive into the latest insights from the Lululemon Global Wellness Report and the Les Mills Blueprint for Instructor Recruitment.
Ingrid Knight-Cohee is a thought leader and a sought-after presenter with extensive expertise in fitness programming, management, and leadership. A former US National Team member in Rhythmic Gymnastics, she has parlayed her competitive spirit into educating and inspiring others to live healthier lives. At Fitness World Canada, Ingrid oversees a team of 150 instructors and creates innovative class experiences for over 90,000 members across 16 locations.
Ingrid holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics and a Master of Science in Exercise & Health Psychology. She regularly speaks at global events like IDEA World, HFA, and canfitpro. She is also the creator of MSINGI™ - Elemental Movement, a unique fitness practice that enhances functional strength and primal mobility through movement set to soul-stirring Afrobeats. Ingrid's mission is to inspire more people to move, creating healthier communities and a healthier planet.
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