Leanne Gerich

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Leanne Gerich

Leanne is a TCM Practitioner (acupuncturist and herbalist), a Holistic Nutritionist & Yoga Instructor. She teaches a minimum of 16 classes weekly.

Leanne treats locally in Brisbane, Australia @ her home studio in Annerley. She teaches public yoga classes, private yoga & Yoga Teacher Trainings. Leanne can be found most often teaching yoga at Stretch Yoga Brisbane, Element's Yoga Studio or Movement4 - all located centrally in Brisbane. As a TCM Practitioner (meaning an Acupuncturist and Herbalist) Leanne also treats in Brisbane at her home acupuncture studio - please DM for appointments or book online. Leanne is one of the owners of Element's Yoga and Movement Academy in Brisbane + Noosa, where she leads the philosophy in both 200h and 300h Yoga Teacher Trainings. Leanne offers privates in Asana, philosophy and acupuncture treatments on her own - as well as workshop events and retreats annually. Please contact for more information!

28/05/2025

5 harsh truths to help you on your way. I know we don't want to hear these things sometimes, but the moment we can be accountable to what we can control, the moment it all gets easier ❤️

I'm here to help - DM me if you are struggling 🙏

06/05/2025

My own story and struggle with body image and food rules through time.

This experience has taught me that nothing can be inheritantly "good for us" and nothing is inheritantly "bad for us", but rather the context and application of the individual is everything. The intention and our WHY is the most important part of our journey, no matter what it is.

I know this is all tricky, but just sharing my own story ❤️

05/05/2025

MY COACHING STYLE

My journey through education has been continuous and passionate. With qualifications spanning holistic nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine, yoga, and personal training, I bring a diverse toolkit to support each individual's unique journey.

Online coaching is my primary focus, where we create a personalised approach to daily movement, nutrition, resistance training, and recovery. Some clients begin with simple nutrition adjustments, while others need comprehensive mobility support. Every program is tailored to your specific goals and circumstances.

Life isn't static, and neither are your goals—they evolve, and that's exactly how it should be! This is why my clients typically stay with me for months, even years. I've supported clients who initially focused on general health, later feeling confident enough to express their desire for specific aesthetic goals. Others have come to me wanting purely aesthetic changes, only to discover the joy of moving pain-free. My approach is flexible, judgment-free, and collaborative. We're in this together.

A common concern I hear is "I'm not ready for coaching yet." Let me be clear: many of my clients start their journey taking fewer than 3,000 steps daily, with no previous exercise experience and limited nutrition knowledge. In fact, I love working with people who feel overwhelmed—my compassionate approach helps anyone feel capable and comfortable on their wellness journey.

Curious about online coaching? Send me a DM so I can learn more about you! ❤️

04/05/2025

WHO AM I?

I'm not a "before and after" story. I'm a "lifelong movement" story. From my teenage years, health and fitness were tools for athletic performance and versatility across multiple sports.

Like many, I navigated through society's focus on thinness, which led me to a deeper understanding: health is about longevity, strength, and connection to self. My journey hasn't been linear. Yes, I spent my fair share of time in nightclubs during my 20s, but movement remained my constant companion, anchoring my mental wellbeing.

For a period, I distanced myself from fitness aesthetics, believing it would resolve my complex relationship with body image. What I discovered was balance: it's possible to appreciate both the functional and aesthetic benefits of fitness without being consumed by either. Just as someone can pursue mastery in a sport or skill without it defining their entire identity.

Movement, in all its forms, is our greatest medicine. Whether you're training for strength, practicing yoga, or exploring a new sport, each pursuit becomes a journey of self-discovery. I believe in movement optimism—embracing all goals, all joys, and all expressions of physical activity without judgment. No one should feel shame on their journey.

This is what drives me: helping others find their unique path in the vast landscape of movement, understanding that every person's journey with movement is deeply personal and meaningful. ❤️

26/03/2025

📊 RESEARCH ALERT: Hot Flushes & Exercise - What The Science Says

New Australian research (credit: Jovenal Gama-Pinto, Gregore Iven Mielke of University of Queensland) has revealed some fascinating insights about exercise and menopausal symptoms!

Key findings from this 2025 study of over 6,500 Australian women:

✨ Women who maintained MODERATE physical activity levels in their 30s and early 40s had 20% LOWER odds of experiencing hot flushes

🔍 The study tracked women from ages 22-48, looking at their exercise habits and menopausal symptoms

Important numbers:
• 21.4% reported hot flushes
• Only 20% of highly active women experienced hot flushes
• Compared to 26.6% of less active women

💡 What this means for you:
You don't need to be a gym ju**ie! Moderate, consistent activity through your 30s and 40s could help manage those pesky hot flushes later.

🎯 Action steps:
• Aim for regular, moderate exercise
• Focus on consistency over intensity
• Start now - it's never too early or too late

Want to learn more about exercise strategies for perimenopause? Drop a 🔥 below!

24/03/2025

SWIPE & SAVE 💥

All carb sources are weighed out to a 100g portion size. Please notice the different ways in which these sources are cooked and prepared!

Something like bread, for example, thin sliced will weigh around 65g for two slices. Dry oats are usually pre-packaged at around 30g. Weigh your food! Carbs are hard to eyeball - it is very easy to think you are pouring 50g oats, only to it actually ends up being 85g 🙃

Don't fear carbs! Eat them in rotation for optimal gut health ❤️

03/03/2025

MUSCLE DOES NOT MAKE YOU LOOK BULKY ☠️

When a woman is new to training, she has the potential to gain around 4kg of muscle in that first year - each year after, it is less. For someone who has been training for years, without enhancements, we would be lucky if we can gain 2kg within a year!

The only way we can build muscle is if we are eating at maintanence or above it. It is not scientifically possible to gain muscle while eating in a deficit (dieting).

Why do I explain this? Because too many women fear weight lifting! Weight lifting does not make you look bulky. Even if you wanted to gain as much muscle as possible, your body would cap you at a LOT less than you think per year!

Picture A: a comparison of where I am now, vs where I was in pre. I specifically took this photo unposed. Why? BC as a competitor, we learn how to pose to make our muscles POP. But please see the truth: when not posed, the muscle looks tiny. I was less than 10% body fat on the left side. Compared to the right side, I am now a healthy body fat percentage of 22%. Yes I've been trying to build muscle (also yes I am also pregnant), but that glute difference is FAT. And I'm happy with that! No one wants a flat bum 😭

Picture B: same day comparison of that prep day - looks different but only because I am POSING! I could make my glutes look so different just by posing, that's the whole trick and art of the sport!

Don't fear building muscle. If that was the case, all bikini competitors would start doing Pilates during their prep to slim down 😂 you better believe we would never dare! 🙏

24/02/2025

🌿 LENNOX HEADS WOMEN'S WELLNESS RETREAT 2025 🌊

Only 6 spots remaining for this transformative weekend!

Join us for three days of strength, wellness, education, and connection in beautiful Lennox Heads. This retreat is specifically designed for women who want to prioritise their health and wellbeing in a supportive, evidence-based environment.

📅 25-27 July 2025
📍 Lennox Heads, NSW

What's included:
• Strength training sessions
• Yoga and meditation classes
• Nutrition + fitness education workshops
• Yoga Philosophy chats
• Like-minded community
• Accommodation and meals
• Evidence-based approach to women's health

Investment options:
💫 Premium Package: $1,250
💫 Standard Package: $1,050
💫 Basic Package: $950

✨ Flexible payment plans available!

Don't miss out - spots are filling quickly with half already taken! This intimate retreat is limited to ensure personalised attention and maximum value for each participant.

DM me for more details or to secure your spot!

20/02/2025

The reality is, if you are nearing 40 or above, and have just spent the last 10 years doing yoga, pilates (even reformer) and cardio, you would have not done enough to combat the muscle loss as we age. Once we turn 30, we lose 3-5% of our muscle per decade. Losing estrogen increases this further!

Resistance training with weights is the most optimal way to ensure you continue to care for your changing body. Here's exactly what I would recommend:

1. Resistance train (with weights) - 3 days per week. Cover your bases! If you can do more great, but 3 full body is key. Think: squat pattern, hinge pattern, thrust pattern, verticle push + pull, horizontal push + pull. (This is very generalised).

2. Movement that you love - spend the other 2 days doing the above that you love 💕

3. Fuel - prioritise protein, eating 2 × ideal bodyweight (for metric weight, and in grams) daily + eat FOOD not SNACKS

4. Gut - 25g fibre + 3L water daily (crazy how many people focus on gut health supplements yet don't do this very basic and crucial step)

5. Steps - 8k daily

6. Mindset: stop thinking about doing something for QUICK results and start realising you are doing this as the greatest form of SELF CARE.

Rinse and repeat forever, lol, literally! You can diversify a lot with the above: you can play a sport, go for a swim, hike, whatever else! This is the basics that we should always prioritise for both longevity and optimal body composition, while still giving space to move how you love ❤️

18/02/2025

The most wild ride the last 2.5 years has been ❤️

Looking forward for round 2 - so excited to announce that we are becoming a family of four! 🥹😍🫄

Maya is very excited to become a big sister. Now... Who can tell me how to explain to a 2 year old that we can't guarantee it will be a little sister 🤔

❤️

16/02/2025

🏋️‍♀️ How Resistance Training Supports Your Hormones

As estrogen and progesterone naturally decline, resistance training becomes your body's best friend! Here's why:

1. Muscle & Bone Support
• Maintains muscle mass when estrogen drops
• Keeps bones strong through mechanical loading
• Supports metabolic health

2. Hormone Helper
• Triggers release of "feel-good" hormones
• Helps regulate insulin sensitivity
• Supports quality sleep patterns

3. Overall Balance
• Reduces inflammation
• Manages stress hormone levels
• Improves cellular health

Remember: Building muscle isn't just about strength - it's your body's natural way of creating resilience and maintaining vitality as you age! 💪

Save this post for your next workout! ⭐

04/02/2025

Could go on and on with more - but if we all hit these 10 we would be feeling real good ❤️

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