Laura Ghiacy
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| Born | Surrey, United Kingdom |
| Nationality | British |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
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| Website | lauraghiacy |
Laura Ghiacy is a British-born, Los Angeles-based personal trainer, fitness influencer, and content creator known for her refreshing approach to fitness and her advocacy against diet culture. With a large following on TikTok, Ghiacy has significantly influenced the fitness industry, inspiring her 435K followers to shift their focus from weight loss to physical activity enjoyment.[1][2]
Ghiacy's approach to personal training has garnered attention and admiration from individuals looking to break free from the restrictive mindset of diet culture.[3] Through engaging content, personalized training sessions, and empowering programs, she motivates others to embrace movement, strength, and self-acceptance.[4]
Early life and education
Ghiacy was born and raised in Surrey, United Kingdom, and relocated to Los Angeles, California, in 2018.
Before embarking on her career as a personal trainer, Ghiacy spent a decade working in the television industry. However, she realized that the industry was not fulfilling for her and was taking a toll on her well-being. Seeking a more meaningful path that would nourish her mind and body, she turned to fitness.
Career
Her journey as a personal trainer began in 2016 when she decided to pursue the necessary qualifications. By 2017, she had become a certified Personal Trainer and a group exercise instructor at Nuffield Health in London. She also received certification as a Les Mills Body Pump Instructor. Since relocating to Los Angeles in 2018, Ghiacy has established herself as a Personal Trainer specializing in movement, strength, and mobility.[5][6]
With a passion for empowering individuals of all shapes and sizes, Ghiacy offers one-on-one personal training sessions at her facility and client locations. Additionally, she has developed a program called "Strong Foundations," which serves as a toolkit to introduce individuals, regardless of their shape or size, to the principles of movement.[7] Ghiacy has incorporated mobility training into the strength training regimen of the Strong Foundations program. By purchasing this program, participants gain access to foundational moves and principles that will support their fitness journey with Ghiacy for four weeks and extend well beyond that time frame.[8][9]
In addition to her training programs, Ghiacy also shares her knowledge and insights through her "Debunking Diet-Culture Newsletter." This newsletter provides subscribers with honest and occasionally humorous emails that challenge the harmful aspects of diet culture.[10] By signing up for the newsletter, individuals can receive valuable information about debunking diet culture and updates on Ghiacy’s upcoming products and courses.[11][12]
Ghiacy has cultivated a substantial following on TikTok, where she shares her unique perspective that has made waves in the fitness industry. With an impressive 435K followers under her username @lauraghiacy, she motivates her fans to shift their focus away from weight loss and instead find joy in the pursuit of fitness.[13]
Through her TikTok videos,[14] Ghiacy skillfully deconstructs the myths perpetuated by diet culture. One of her notable approaches involves comparing healthy food options to junk and unhealthy food,[15] revealing the stark differences in their calorie contents. Some of her most famous comparison videos feature protein cookies against Krispy Kreme donuts and protein cookies against McDonald's cheeseburgers, effectively exposing the higher calorie, fat, and sugar levels in the seemingly healthier protein cookies.[16]
By sharing these enlightening comparisons, Ghiacy challenges the prevailing narratives surrounding food choices and helps her audience make more informed decisions.[17] Her TikTok content promotes a healthier relationship with food and debunks the misconceptions fostered by diet culture.[18]
References
- ↑ "superfithero_trainers/laura-ghiacy". superfithero.com. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Nicholson, Layla (14 November 2021). "Fitness fan refuses to give weight loss advice after obsession made her suicidal". Dailystar.co.uk. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "How to stop worrying about what your body look or feels like when working out". www.stylist.co.uk. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ M.S, Lola Engle (23 March 2021). "7 Email Newsletters That Improved My Life". Curious. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "The Business of Wellness: 40. Laura Ghiacy: What the Fitness Industry Doesn't Want You To Know. on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Kookfans, Redactie (26 November 2021). "Huh: is een cheeseburger een gezondere optie dan een proteïnesnack?". KookFans.nl (in Nederlands). Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Deze trendy manieren om af te vallen probeer je beter niet thuis: "Hier maak ik me het meest zorgen om"". Het Belang van Limburg (in Nederlands). 7 April 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Anita, Jessie & (28 July 2020). "Episode 132: Pelvic Health Tips for Top Exercise Professionals". To Birth And Beyond. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Shape, Redactie Happy in. "Huh: personal trainer legt uit waarom een cheeseburger gezonder is dan een proteïnekoekje". Happy in Shape (in Nederlands). Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Bewezen: een cheeseburger is gezonder dan een proteïnekoekje". FEM FEM (in Nederlands). 30 November 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Train Happy Podcast on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. 28 May 2023. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Staff, A. O. L. (23 March 2020). "LA fitness instructor has funny list of things you're NOT missing while gyms are locked down". uk.news.yahoo.com. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Pearson-jones, Bridie (17 August 2020). "Why a 'healthy cookie' is WORSE for you than a Krispy Kreme". Mail Online. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Creative Rebels - The Podcast for Creatives: Making a Creative Impact Through TikTok with Laura Ghiacy on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "The 'Healthy' Food You Should NEVER Eat, According To A Trainer (It's Worse Than Krispy Kreme!)". SheFinds. 25 August 2020. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Resources". www.breakingbodybiases.com. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ "Personal trainer shares genius towel-inspired workout amid coronavirus lockdown". Yahoo Entertainment. 14 March 2020. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ↑ Nicholson, Layla (9 November 2021). "Personal trainer discovers McDonald's burger is 'healthier' than protein cookie". Dailystar.co.uk. Retrieved 1 June 2023.