Ayla Donlin Wellness, E Observatory Rd (2026)

11/02/2025

“Let Them” - two powerful words that help us reclaim our wellness journey.

Identifying, outlining, and living our ideal wellness lifestyle is already hard enough as it is. We do not need the added pressure of trying to control what others think of us. We do not need the added pressure of others telling us how we should do wellness or what wellness should look like for us.

When you let go of what others think, you free yourself to live wellness your way.

You get to determine your priorities.
You get to determine your values.
You get to use your strengths - those unique to you.
You get to choose the people around you supporting you.
You get to determine your goals.

Share this with someone who needs this reminder today.

17/01/2025

Please join me for my Aligned Goal-Setting Workshop on Sunday, February 2nd - details linked in bio.

Who this workshop is for:
-You are ready and motivated to make a change related to your wellness
-You are ready to be honest, kind, and curious as you explore your wellness goal
-You are feeling stuck or unclear about a wellness goal

Examples of wellness goals:
-You want to drink less alcohol
-You want to eat healthier
-You want to feel more calm and energized
-You want to feel stronger
-You want to feel more connected in your relationships

Setting and pursuing wellness goals does not need to feel overwhelming!
In fact, you’ve already done the heaviest part of the lift.
Come hang out and let’s do the rest together.

If you have questions about this workshop or about my coaching philosophy, please select the “Your Wellness Call” option (linked in bio) and schedule a chat.

Looking forward to seeing you on February 2nd!

11/01/2025

Seeing the loss and destruction from the fires in the LA area has been heartbreaking and overwhelming.
We are sending love to everyone affected by the fires.

In times like this, it can be challenging to know what to take action on in order to be helpful.
I was grateful to connect with local efforts happening in Long Beach yesterday. Thank you, Chris for organizing! A beautiful story of how folks want to be helpful.

Both the LA Times and the Long Beach Post have published articles with resources for donations, volunteering, etc.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-01-08/how-to-help-victims-of-pacific-palisades-eaton-and-hurst-fires

https://lbpost.com/news/southern-california-fires-how-to-help/

02/01/2025

Happy New Year 2025!
Wishing you & your loved ones a strong start to the year.
It’s been a while since I’ve been on social, so please allow me to reintroduce myself. . .
My name is Ayla Donlin. I’m a fitness & wellness coach. I help women achieve their wellness goals & live the wellness lifestyles they desire - because nothing beats feeling well.
I’m also a partner, a mom, a teacher…and many other roles many of us play in life.
Currently, I am in a season of feeling really good - feeling like my lifestyle aligns with my priorities, values, and strengths. Feeling clear, calm, and strong.
I’m 20 years into my career as a fitness & wellness professional, and while I’ll never claim to have it all figured out 🤪, I’ve gained enough knowledge, experience, and insight to have a solid framework dialed in. The best part - I’m committed to continuously learn and improve - for myself and in service of my clients and students. I invite you to join me on that journey. . .
I’ve always loved fitness and wellness, but it’s taken me a while to find the right rhythm and flow.
Sharing some honest lessons from my 20’s & 30’s into my 40’s below. . .
I spent my late teens and early 20’s struggling with perfectionism and people pleasing. Overreaching and overextending were my familiar friends as I worked toward what I thought was the ideal. I did not realize it at the time, but I was attempting to keep anxious feelings/thoughts quiet by filling my schedule and by controlling food and exercise. This resulted in an unhealthy relationship with food, exercise, and managing time/energy. For example, I literally tracked everything I ate for almost 5 years. . .
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21/03/2022

Happy 4 Months, Ruby! ❤️ . .
We’re still enjoying your smiles and giggles - which you share easily! . .
You’re talking and rolling and learning how to sit up. . .
Your older sister loves snuggling you and poking your face - no matter how many times Mom asks her not to…what is it with toddlers and baby face poking?! . .
We love you! ❤️

20/02/2022

Happy 3 Months,
Sweet Ruby! . .
Your smile lights up our world!
You love talking with us, watching your big sis, and wrestling with Megan (your dragon) & Inkling (your squid).
We love you! ❤️

-Mom

21/01/2022

Happy 2 Months, Ruby!

And, Happy 1 Month too (forgot to post the pic at one month). 🤗❤️

You are already super active & strong - trying to put a new diaper on you is an adventure every time.
We are enjoying your smiles & coos! . .
Love,

Mom

20/01/2022

Living life in 2-3 hour chunks of time right now!

4th trimester is such an exercise in living life in manageable chunks.
Ruby reaches two months tomorrow.
I’ve set up 7 different nursing stations since Ruby was born and we’ve been visiting family while our house remodel wraps up.
Each day is different even though most days are filled with the same things…feeding, burping, changing diapers, chasing a toddler, repeat! . .
These newborn moments are precious. Whenever I get agitated about the amount of time sitting or the challenge of not being in a regular routine, I remind myself that this is a short season and to keep living life as it is right now.

18/01/2022

Sharing some thoughts as I reflect back on my pregnancy with Ruby (now almost 2 months old). . .
Body thoughts
Despite going into my pregnancy in good shape & staying active during my pregnancy, I was physically uncomfortable for much of my pregnancy.
First trimester was first trimester - nausea, fatigue, aversions, etc., and I had some bleeding (subchorionic hematoma) that was unsettling around week 5.
Second and third trimester, Ruby chose to hang out in positions that pressed hard on my abdomen - like she was trying to bust out via my belly button.
I know many women experience discomfort in some form during pregnancy.
Pregnancy is a huge adjustment - no part of you is unaffected by pregnancy - sharing every single part of your body and life with baby.
Setting up a plan, a blue print, to support my body, mind, & baby offered me confidence and calm through my pregnancy.
I felt better when I moved & listened to my body.
If you are unsure of what movement is safe & effective for you & baby during pregnancy, I am here to help.
Message me to set up a time to chat about your pregnancy wellness blueprint. 💛

30/11/2021

My number one focus during this phase of my maternity leave is to ENJOY & LOVE my girls! . .
Everything went so fast with Lucy (my 3.5 year old), and it was easy to wish away challenging seasons of newborn and early infant life.
I promised myself that I would slow down, enjoy, and savor newborn season with Ruby. . .
I’ve loved watching Lucy love on Ruby, and it’s made me fall more in love with Lucy. ❤️ . .
As the sleep deprivation kicks in hard, I’m working to maintain perspective & to focus on enjoying. ❤️ . .
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21/11/2021

Happy Birth Day to our
Ruby Donlin Koch! ❤️ . .
Born 11/20/21 at 6:25 am . .
Ruby & I worked together as a team to bring her earth side & are both doing well & enjoying bonding & recovery! . .
Feeling grateful to all who supported my pregnancy journey! 🙏❤️ . .

18/11/2021

What is Radiant Mama Method? . .
I’ve been getting such great questions about Radiant Mama Method - my Four Trimester Pregnancy Wellness Program. . .
If you are a health & fitness minded woman who is pregnant or thinking about/planning for pregnancy, then this program is for you! . .
✅Discover the real truth about the do’s and don’ts of fitness and nutrition during a healthy pregnancy
✅Learn how to nurture a strong mind, body, & spirit throughout pregnancy
✅Prevent feeling anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed and build a calm, steady, and confident mindset
✅Avoid common mistakes and learn tips and tricks to recover your body almost instantly after birth . .
I’ll be your coach through all four trimesters and we’ll build out your Fitness, Fuel, and Frequency action plan based on your lifestyle and pregnancy goals. . .
If you’d like to know more, please schedule a complimentary call with me (link in bio). . .
Supporting women through this incredible time of transition and growth is my jam, I’d love to know more about your pregnancy journey & goals!💛 . .
Please share this out and tag a friend(s) who is pregnant and would love this program. . .
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Ayla Donlin Wellness