Sandra Henderson

My name is Sandra Henderson and I have a passion for fitness and fitness education. 

It is difficult for me to write everything here that encompasses accurately what I believe needs to be included in my bio but let me highlight some key areas of interest...

My love for education started in university.  I completed an Honours Bachelor in Environmental Studies at the University of Waterloo in Geography and Canadian Studies.  Even at the undergraduate level I opted to write a thesis based on original research.  I continued my interest in education at York University with a Master's degree in Geography by completing a second thesis, again with original research.  University is where I began my publishing career with several pieces being published since then in both the field of geography and fitness.

Urban planning is where I found myself for the next decade with direct experience in both local and regional government.  Employment presented itself in both policy and development planning.  I believe geography and fitness are related with respect to creating safe and healthy environments in which to live, work and play. 

I took a few years at this point in my life to stay at home and raise my children.  That is when fitness became very important to me.  After 3 children and 300 pounds, it was time to make some life changes.  I lost all the weight and trained myself to the highest level of fitness I have ever achieved.  It was a natural progression from there to enter the fitness industry, starting as a personal trainer at Goodlife, Waterloo.  After 3 years in the gym environment, it was time to venture out on my own.  I created PHAT Weight Loss and Personal Training, specializing in healthy weight loss and exercise.

It was at this time that I felt a need to expand into the education end of fitness.  While I still teach fitness classes regularly, I am also a PRO Trainer with Canfitpro, certifying others in the field of Nutrition and Wellness, CPR, and also now First Aid.  This is where my true passion lies and I feel myself immersed in the ever growing field of nutrition, health and wellness. 

I believe my versatility in the fitness industry is crucial to staying current and "purposeful"....a word that I think truely expresses my intent.  My purpose is to educate others and help them be the best they can be, with proper nutrition, and safe and effective exercise.  Learning CPR and First Aid is also critical in helping others should the need arise.  And it is with this brief synopsis that I hope to expand my horizons to others countries to reach and help even more people. 

Sandra Henderson