Nancy Cook accepting her award from Maureen Hagan, Director of Education
Congratulations to our 2009 winner Nancy Cook!
Nancy established her business Go Figure! Family Fun and Fitness in January 2006. Nancy dedicates much of her free time to advocate healthy living. As a member of various committees, Good for Life, Be Active Barrie and Barrie’s Active Transportation, advocating health Nancy is able to spearhead many community events.
The Stroller Fit program, a FREE walking program for anyone pushing a stroller is lead by Nancy and was developed through the local Good for Life Committee in partnership with the Bayfield Mall and Go Figure! Fitness.
Nancy's determination saw Barrie’s community host an Active Transportation Workshop. An Action plan was created towards a more bike-able and walk-able community. One of the action points was the creation of a Car-Free Sunday (August 20, 2009), hailed a huge success by City councilor Lynn Strachan.
Nancy also developed and promoted Barrie’s Biggest Loser Challenge. Twenty-five residents of Simcoe County challenged each other to change their lifestyle. This was a comprehensive program covering many of the topics addressed when trying to lose weight. First time challengers lost 450lbs collectively. In partnership with community businesses the challengers also had the opportunity to win great prizes.
Nancy has truly embraced her community and her community has embraced her back. Nancy’s innovation, determination and perseverance has improved her community and its citizen’s health and wellness.
Nancy currently holds certifications with CSEP-CPT, PTS, NWS.
A few words from Nancy Cook...
Thank you canfitpro delegates for choosing me as the 2009 Fitness Professional of the Year. It will be remembered as one of the highlights of my career. It is a great honour to be acknowledged for your hard work and tremendous efforts by your peers, family and friends. I look forward to many more years in the health and fitness industry.
The feelings I experience when I am able to help others realize a healthier, happier lifestyle is a great reward in itself. Receiving this tremendous recognition, for doing what I love has left me speechless. It is not very often that I am without words, those who know me best can attest to that.
I would like to thank those who submitted their nominations, my clients, and to all of my successful challengers in the Barrie’s Biggest Loser Challenge. Thank you for making my day.
