Today we’d like to introduce you to Nicole Lazard – Owner of Unique Fitness and Uniquely Yours Event Planning.
Nicole, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
Fitness – Unbeknownst to myself I sit back and recall being the person heading all fitness related activities among my friends and previous coworkers. Things such as Biggest Loser, Fitness challenges, daily workouts, food tips and just helping others stay accountable. I’ve never been a large person but personally I can look back at photos and see things I now deem as chunky or unhealthy. I had the mentality I’m small I can eat whatever I want, however just as I require my clients to make better choices I also make them for myself. When you know better you do better.
In 2014 I had a major surgery and that’s when I started re-evaluating myself and my current health. In 2015 my family moved to another city in DFW and I was introduced to Camp Gladiator, I was in love with it and everything it offered. I dove into fitness and wanted to know everything about it. I entered into fitness challenges and even hosted boot camps back home in Beaumont when I’d visit, it sparked something I didn’t even know was there. In 2018 a close friend, who at the time was battling with her weight was ordered by her doctor to make some health and lifestyle changes. She asked me to be her trainer and Unique Fitness began.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Absolutely not! As with most things in life there have definitely been challenges along the way. To name a few: family life balance, time management, scheduling, pricing, learning everyone is NOT about this fitness life even though they want it and just learning to say no. However, with prayer, support of my family, friends and great mentors in the industry I’ve learned some great tips/tools. One such tip that sticks with me most was no matter what keep learning and remain humble.
Uniquely Yours Event Planning/Unique Fitness – what should we know? What do you guys do best? What sets you apart from the competition?
My brand Nicole Lazard is multi-functional! I provide event planning – Uniquely Yours Event Planning as well as personal training services – Unique Fitness.
Planning – I’ve always been the go-to person for ideas and putting events together for friends, family and work. Events range from birthday parties, bridal showers, weddings, anniversaries, etc. Outside of personal and social events I have experience putting on corporate events while being a servant member and leader on Koinonia Christian Church’s Planning team.
Events here range from conferences of 500 +, Mass Weddings, Vow Renewals, Marriage Retreats, Picnics, Fashion Shows and Father Daughter Dances. In the midst of this my goal when planning or being a part of any event is seeing the smile of happiness on a client’s face after their vision has come to life. I love knowing I’ve helped take that extra pressure off and allow them just to enjoy their special moment.
Fitness – To date I have female clients of all ages I provide strength and resistance training (cross-fit style) one on one and groups in a gym setting, in their home or online. In addition I also provide services to males in group settings only. My sole purpose in training is ensuring I help clients fulfill God’s plan by honoring the temples (their bodies) which God is allowing each of us to use. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20.
What is “success” or “successful” for you?
I believe success is defined by who you are and the person you aspire to be. Success is measured differently for each person. I define success in my life by my drive as well as by the goals I set and accomplish. Success is working hard and always giving 110% all the time. No shortcuts. No finger pointing or blaming others. Being accountable, owning it! Knowing that sometimes failure is really necessary feedback for next time.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.nicolelazard.com
- Phone: 8175213438
- Email: getfitwnick@gmail.com
- Instagram: _nicolelazard
Image Credit:
Daylon Furlough
Rachel Rose Co.
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