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Confessions of a Group X Instructor

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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00:38:41

Making It WORK: Money, Motherhood, and the Reality...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/09/28

Making It WORK: Money, Motherhood, and the Reality Behind the Highlight ReelWhat does it really take to build a life and make a living in fitness—especially when you're doing it as a single mom?In this episode of Confessions of a GroupX Instructor, I sit down with April Bodiford for a candid conversation about the side of the fitness industry we don't always see on social media.April wears a LOT of hats: instructor, trainer, manager, mom—and everything in between. We talk about what her life

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00:26:30

Happiest I’ve Ever Been Professionally

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/09/19

Episode 101: Happiest I’ve Ever Been ProfessionallyI can genuinely say this: I am the happiest I have ever been professionally.That doesn’t mean everything is easy. It doesn’t mean there aren’t challenges, growing pains, or days when I wonder what the hell I’m doing. But I’m building something I believe in, surrounded by people I love, and creating a life that feels completely aligned with who I am.In this episode of Confessions of a GroupX Instructor, I’m catching you up on what’s happening in my

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00:30:05

What If Your Personality is the Problem?

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/06/27

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your talent, your circumstances, or your opportunities... but your personality?It's a tough question—and one most of us would rather avoid.In this episode of Confessions of a Group X Instructor, Ellen explores what to do if your personality is the problem.Do people experience you as encouraging or intimidating? Confident or arrogant? Passionate or controlling? Honest or harsh?The truth is, our intentions don't always match our

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01:20:08

A Digestible Conversation about GLP1s with Nicole...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/05/25

In this episode, Ellen sits down with Nicole for an honest, balanced, and empowering conversation about GLP-1 medications and the growing role they’re playing in modern health and wellness.Together, they unpack:What GLP-1 medications actually are and how they work in the bodyWhy these drugs are creating hope for people who have struggled with weight loss, metabolic dysfunction, inflammation, and food noiseThe emotional side of health reclamation and how many people are finally feeling successful

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00:25:34

Opening the Doors: The Journey to Launching WARRIOR...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/05/21

In this episode, Ellen shares the real behind-the-scenes journey of opening the WARRIOR Group Fitness Studio — from vision and branding to construction, founding memberships, community-building, and finally opening the doors.This conversation dives into what it truly takes to bring a fitness vision to life while balancing leadership, creativity, business strategy, and resilience.Thank you so much for listening! Please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and share the show!Check out the WARRIOR

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00:40:01

Get What You Want...How to Break Free From What Holds...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/03/08

Episode 97: Get What You Want — How to Break Free From What Holds You Back (with Janice Jaicks)Why do so many people never achieve the things they say they want?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

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00:21:49

Saying Goodbye to the DAC after 20 Years 🥹

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/02/26

Episode 96: The Last Class — Leaving After Two DecadesAfter 20 years, I taught my final class at the DAC.This episode is raw, unscripted, and deeply personal. I share what it actually felt like to walk into that room knowing it was the last time. The weight of the moment. The memories in the walls. The people. The version of myself that grew up there.I also talk openly about what happened behind the scenes—how the club responded to my decision to leave, how I was treated, and the complicated mix of

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00:45:19

Self-Kindness Over Self-Optimization with Guest...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2026/01/19

🎙️ #95 with special guest Cassie MazieWe live in a culture obsessed with optimization—biohacking, productivity, and constantly doing more. In this episode, we explore when the pursuit of self-optimization shifts from supportive to harmful, and Cassie talks about how pushing harder isn’t always the answer. We also unpack what self-kindness truly means and how it differs from the version of “self-care” that’s often marketed to us.Through the lens of the fitness industry, we examine the unspoken

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01:02:17

Pelvic Floor Education & Empowerment with Paige Robinson

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/12/29

Pelvic floor health is one of the most overlooked — and most essential — pieces of whole-body wellness. In this episode #94, we’re breaking the silence, removing the shame, and empowering instructors and everyday movers with knowledge they should have learned years ago.Paige shares practical education, compassionate insight, and actionable tools to help you better understand the pelvic floor, cue it safely in group fitness settings, and support participants without stepping outside your scope of

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01:04:21

Hosting Retreats & Creating Transformative...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/12/15

In this episode #93, we explore what it truly takes to design, host, and lead a retreat that changes people from the inside out. Sabrina shares the heart and history behind Camp Be Here Now, the wisdom she’s gained as a retreat creator, and the magic that keeps her coming back year after year.We open the conversation by exploring Sabrina’s personal definition of a retreat: what it represents, why it matters, and how stepping away from daily life can create space for deep healing and

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01:20:28

H.O.T. Girl Winter and Understanding Hormonal Havoc

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/12/08

In Episode 92, Ellende Werd sits down with the Nicole Printon for an honest, empowering, and deeply informative conversation about perimenopause—a transition nearly every woman experiences, yet few feel prepared for. Nicole opens up about her personal journey, the science behind the symptoms, and the lifestyle shifts that help women thrive during this season of change.Nicole and Ellen share about their personal experience(s) with hormonal havoc. Together, we break down what perimenopause really

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00:58:27

ROOT DOWN, RISE UP... Reimagine, Reinvent,...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/12/01

In today’s heartfelt conversation, Ellen sits down with Betsy Tanenbaum, the chef, creative heart, and author behind ROOT DOWN, RISE UP. Together, they share how they met, how Betsy fell in love with cooking, and why this cookbook is about so much more than recipes — it’s about healing, intuition, nourishment, and coming back to yourself.You’ll hear how the book came to life, the stories behind Betsy’s dishes, and the intention behind every ingredient. Episode 90 is for anyone who wants to slow

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01:12:08

My First Retreat, the META War, and Other Random...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/11/24

In this episode #89 of Confessions of a GroupX Instructor, Ellen pulls back the curtain on her very first WARRIOR retreat with 23 women in paradise, and the emotional rollercoaster of battling Meta over hacked and restricted accounts. Ellen shares the scoop on both—plus a handful of random life and business updates you didn’t know you needed.Lot’s of studios and gyms will be closed and we know folks really enjoy moving their bodies on Thanksgiving - so let’s WARRIOR it up! 10:00am WARRIOR

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00:18:36

Let’s Talk About Stealing Programming 🛑

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/11/10

In this solo episode, #87, Ellen gets real about something that happens far too often in the fitness industry — instructors “borrowing” or flat-out stealing programming from other brands, formats, or creators.If you’ve ever seen a class that felt a little too familiar, or had your own work copied and renamed, this one’s for you. Ellen breaks down what’s really going on, why it matters, and how to navigate it with integrity.The difference between inspiration and imitationWhy stealing programming

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00:31:36

🎙️ Episode #87 — How I Got Hacked, Part 2: How I...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/10/27

If you haven’t listened to Part 1: How I Got Hacked, pause right here and go back to that episode first—it sets the stage for everything we’re diving into today. In this follow-up, I’m sharing the next chapter of the story: how I recovered my accounts after 54 weeks of frustration, dead ends, and persistence. From learning what not to do, to finally finding the steps that worked, I’ll walk you through exactly what happened, what I learned, and what you can do to protect yourself before you’re ever

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00:50:16

Corrective Exercise — Moving Better, Teaching Smarter...

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/10/20

In episode #86 of Confessions of a GroupX Instructor, Ellen sits down with Liz Filippone, a corrective exercise specialist who’s passionate about helping people move better, feel better, and perform better. Together, they unpack what “corrective exercise” really means and why understanding it can transform the way you teach, train, and even live in your own body.We start with Liz's’s story—what led her into the world of corrective exercise, and how she found her niche within the fitness

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00:15:03

Why Some People Sweat More Than Others 💦

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/10/13

Ever wonder why some people barely glisten while others look like they ran through a sprinkler after one workout? In this episode, no. 85, Ellen breaks down the science of sweat — what it is, why it happens, and why some bodies just produce more than others.You’ll learn how eccrine glands (your body’s natural cooling system) differ from apocrine glands (the ones behind body odor), what causes hyperhidrosis — excessive sweating — and why sweating more doesn’t mean you’re out of shape.Whether you’re

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00:52:47

Hacked: How I Lost My Facebook Account Overnight

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of Confessions of a GroupX Instructor, I share a very personal and devastating experience: my Facebook account was hacked and wrongfully disabled. Overnight, I lost access to my personal profile, business Pages, and linked Instagram accounts — the digital home of my international fitness business.You’ll hear:How the hack happened, even with two-factor authentication enabledWhat it feels like to suddenly lose access to your professional identity onlineThe surprising roadblocks I faced

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00:17:49

My Go-To Mic for Group Fitness🎙️

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/09/02

Today we’re taking a quick but valuable dive into one of the tools that makes or breaks a group fitness class: the microphone. As instructors, our voices are everything—we cue, motivate, and connect through sound. That’s why choosing the right mic matters so much.In this episode (#83) , I’ll share:🎤 My personal favorite mic for teaching and why it stands out from the rest⚡ The key features that make it reliable, comfortable, and clear If you’ve ever battled with muffled sound, feedback, or sore

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00:59:37

The Ultimate "Pyramid" Scheme with Nicole Printon

Confessions of a Group X Instructor ·

2025/08/18

In this eye-opening episode, we unpack the history, politics, and science (or lack thereof) behind the original USDA Food Guide Pyramid. Once considered the gold standard for nutrition, this now-controversial chart may have done more harm than good. From the overemphasis on refined carbs to the demonization of fats, we explore how misguided guidelines influenced generations of eating habits—and what we should be doing differently today.

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