Meet CARLY LOUGHEED
Growing up, I was never big into team sports. I stayed active because I grew up in a healthy household, but after graduating, starting university, and beginning to navigate the world on my own, I realized how little I knew about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In my early 20s, I struggled through a toxic relationship that left me financially, emotionally, and physically at my absolute worst. I had gained 70 lbs, was in debt, and on the verge of dropping out of university. The girl I saw in the mirror was unrecognizable, but instead of hitting rock bottom, I fought back. In the following years, I applied the little knowledge I had about fitness and was able to lose weight, get out of debt, and graduate with my degree, making it onto the dean’s list. I knew I was capable of more, and with each accomplishment, I realized my potential.
I had always struggled with a closed mindset around fitness, never having been considered fit or athletic. I didn’t enjoy team sports, running, or high-intensity exercises. These activities seemed to define fitness and health, and not enjoying them made me feel excluded. However, everything changed when my dad introduced me to weight training at the gym. I fell in love with the feeling of being STRONG and finally felt like I belonged. Since then, I have maintained my initial weight loss, competed in two bodybuilding competitions, received both my personal training and nutrition certifications, and am currently working towards my pre and postnatal training certificates.
I’ve come a long way in my fitness journey over the last few years, transitioning from a weight loss transformation to a bikini bodybuilder, then to a fitness model and coach, and now to being a MOM! I had my son in 2022, and my second baby will arrive in 2024. This season of life has truly tested my dedication and resiliency. I cherished the years spent training for competitions and photoshoots, but my daily routine is vastly different now. I make time to train, staying strong and mobile for my kids and family. I fuel my body to perform and feel my best at all hours, day and night, setting a healthy example for my children. Each season of life brings its own challenges and opportunities for growth and learning, and that’s why establishing and maintaining a healthy regime in your lifestyle is so important. Things won’t always stay the same, and learning to adapt is a vital skill.
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I am a certified personal trainer and sports nutrition specialist, and I’m currently completing my pre & postnatal training certificates. I am also a retired nationally qualified bikini competitor who placed 1st in my class in my last competition. Additionally, I have successfully maintained my 70 lbs. weight loss for 7 years!
2018 Natural VanCity Showdown – 2nd Place Open Bikini
2019 Natural VanCity Showdown – 1st Place Open Bikini