Meet the Trainers: ERIN PERRY

Get to Know

1. Which concepts do you teach?

   Reshape, Ride, Reformer

2. How long have you been at 1Rebel?

   Since October 2022

3. What inspired you to become a trainer?

   Going to the gym and wanting to train and become stronger. Then taking part in Fitness sessions at 1R, I was inspired by all the other trainers. I trained as a professional dancer for years, so I enjoy working towards performance goals over aesthetic goals.

4. If you weren’t a fitness instructor, what would you be doing?

   I would probably go back to university and study History or Foreign language. If I wasn’t training, I would love to work in travel.

Training Philosophy

1. Describe your training style in one sentence.

   My training style is technical, motivational and challenging.

2. What’s the #1 piece of advice you give new Rebels?

   Trust your trainer and your ability. Have fun!

3. How do you stay motivated on low-energy days?

   Make it a habit to take the ‘think’ out of it. Know that you will feel 100% better for training.

4. What’s your post-class recovery ritual?

   Refuel (good food!) and a sauna! Stretch and foam roll always after a run.

Music & Vibe

1. What’s one song that never leaves your playlist?

   ‘All for you’ Wilkinson (amazing to run/cycle to!)

2. What’s the vibe of your classes in 3 words?

   Inclusive, energised, challenging.

3. Throwbacks or new tracks?

   Throwbacks

4. What’s the one song that always gets the room fired up?

   ‘Spectrum (say my name)’ Florence and the machine + Calvin Harris

Lifestyle & Tips

1. One wellness habit you swear by?

   Carbs for fuel, protein for recovery. Eat well and eat a lot!

2. What’s in your gym bag right now?

   Spare gym clothes, AirPods, snacks.

3. One myth about fitness you’d love to bust?

   Lifting heavy makes you bulky and running faster makes you fitter.