Susan Null

My name is Susan. I am 43 years old. Exercise and fitness have always been part of my life. I can't imagine not working out. I was never much of an athlete in high school, but I loved working out to VHS videos in my basement. I am not much for running or doing the weight lifting machines. They have their benefits, but that is not what gets me motivated. Attending a group exercise class is what truly motivates me and entices me to the gym. 

I always thought it would be interesting to be an instructor, but never had the courage to do it on my own, until someone at my gym encouraged me to become a Les Mills BODYPUMP instructor. At first I was resistant because I didn't think I could do it. Now I love it so much that I went for my BARRE certification because I wanted to increase my knowledge. I wanted to try something different and challenge myself. 

I don't see that being the last one I obtain. I love creating choreography and workouts and my passion grows all of the time. If I am not at work, I am either at the gym or relaxing at home with a good book. 

The other thing  I feel like I have gained from not only being an instructor, but also a class participant, is the relationships that you build. That bond that you form with your class participants, the other staff, and just people that run into at the gym. Those bonds are so important. It is what keeps people coming back to your class. Getting to know someone, investing in their lives, and guiding them through their fitness journey is so rewarding and that is what also brings me passion.