by Ellen Elisabeth de Werd
Confessions of a Group X instructor, a podcast for group exercise junkies, and any other oddballs. Meet your host, Ellen de Werd, Creator of the group WARRIOR Rhythm, WARRIOR Strength, WARRIOR Combat, and WARRIOR Revolution group fitness brands. Journey with us through thought-provoking, heartwarming education and inspiration from badass fit pros in the field. Listen, learn, love, and above all laugh!!! HERE. we. grow.
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May 25, 2026
Host Ellen interviews registered dietitian Nicole Printon, RD, about GLP-1 medications, their benefits, side effects, and natural alternatives for metabolic health.
May 21, 2026
Host Ellen Dewerd shares the comprehensive journey of launching WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio, offering insights into building a thriving fitness community.
March 8, 2026
<p><strong>Episode 97: Get What You Want — How to Break Free From What Holds You Back (with Janice Jaicks)</strong></p><p>Why do so many people never achieve the things they say they want?</p><p>In this honest and insightful conversation, I sit down with Janice Jaiks, owner of Fitness Fest, to explore what really keeps people stuck—and what it actually takes to move forward. We talk about the gap between intention and action, the invisible forces that hold people back, and why breaking free often requires internal courage and external strategy.</p><p>Janice shares powerful perspective on what it means to be stuck, how fear influences our decisions, and practical ways to begin moving toward bigger goals and dreams—even when the path feels uncertain.</p><p>Because getting what you want isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about removing what’s been holding you back from being fully yourself.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why people don’t achieve their goals—even when they truly want them</p></li><li><p>What “stuck” really means and how to recognize it</p></li><li><p>Simple, practical ways to start getting things done</p></li><li><p>How to approach bigger dreams without overwhelm</p></li><li><p>The role fear plays—and how to move forward anyway</p></li></ul><p>If you’ve been circling a decision…<br>If you know you want more but aren’t sure how to begin…<br>If you’re ready to break free from what’s been holding you back…</p><p>This episode is for you.</p><p><strong>About Janice Jaicks:</strong><br>Janice Jaiks is the owner of Fitness Fest and a respected leader in the fitness industry, known for bringing together instructors, presenters, and professionals in an environment that fosters growth, connection, and breakthrough. Through her work, she has helped thousands of fitness professionals expand their vision and step more fully into their potential.</p><p><br></p><p>IG <a href="">@fitnessfest </a><br>Conference <a href="http://fitnessfest.org/fitnessfest" target="_blank">fitnessfest.org/fitnessfest </a> use Ellen25 at checkout Coaching website <a href="http://janicejaicks.com/" target="_blank">janicejaicks.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Thank you so much for listening! Please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and share the show!</p><p><br></p><p>Check out the WARRIOR formats:</p><p><a href="https://warriorinstructors.com/">https://warriorinstructors.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellendewerd/">https://www.instagram.com/ellendewerd/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendewerd/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendewerd</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ellen.dewerd">https://www.facebook.com/ellen.dewerd</a></p><p><br></p><p>🏹 Follow WARRIOR on Insta:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/warrior_group_fitness_/">https://www.instagram.com/warrior_group_fitness_/</a></p><p><br></p><p>🏹 Follow WARRIOR on YouTube & TikTok:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdA3cH7_JBKp30H5vwyVk7w">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdA3cH7_JBKp30H5vwyVk7w</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@warriorinstructoracademy?lang=en">https://www.tiktok.com/@warriorinstructoracademy?lang=en</a></p>
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Confessions of a Group X instructor, a podcast for group exercise junkies, and any other oddballs.
Meet your host, Ellen de Werd, Creator of the group WARRIOR Rhythm, WARRIOR Strength, WARRIOR Combat, and WARRIOR Revolution group fitness brands.
Journey with us through thought-provoking, heartwarming education and inspiration from badass fit pros in the field. Listen, learn, love, and above all laugh!!!
HERE. we. grow.
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