Our Purpose

Hey there! I’m Bria,

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I’m a mom to two wildly amazing young women (and their equally awesome partners), a proud Yaya to three inspiring grandbabies, and a lifelong lover of words, movement, and living life on purpose.

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By trade, I’m a Writer, Personal Trainer, Certified Health and Nutrition Coach, and Active Aging Specialist—basically, I help people feel better in their bodies, age with badassery, and have more fun doing it.

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I call Ontario, Canada home, where you’ll find me outdoors as often as humanly possible—hiking through forests, on/in of our Great Lakes, camping under the stars, or, in winter, gliding through snow on cross-country skis. When I’m not embracing nature, you’ll find me at the gym or chasing after one of my grandbabies with a snack and a sarcastic comment in hand.

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Before "Little Lyon" I spent most of my adult life working for the Provincial Government, mastering the art of making the dull sound urgent. Eventually, the fluorescent lighting and endless inane meetings wore me down to the point where I knew something had to change—or I might spontaneously combust from soul erosion. So, I made the leap (gracefully) into a new life focused on health, wellness, and fitness. Now, I help others reconnect with their bodies and joy before burnout, health crises, and the need for pharma-intervention can write their story for them.

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My inspiration for wellness (and kicking life’s butt) comes from defeating cancer—twice. Yep, cancer tried me twice, and I said, “Not today, Satan.” Now, 19 years cancer-free, I credit my high vibes and solid health to a holistic lifestyle, inner peace, and the kind of spiritual grounding that keeps both my chakras and my sarcasm perfectly aligned.