Phyllis has been dedicated to her career in wellness and fitness for over 4 decades and is the celebrated author of GlowingUP and its companion workbook Your Daily Glow.

Phyllis’s journey is a testament to resilience and transformation, which ultimately became the foundation of her life’s work, inspiring her to embark on a mission to help others embrace their bodies, and cultivate a positive self-image. Through her writing, Phyllis shares her personal story of overcoming obstacles, emphasizing the importance of self-love and acceptance before transformation can occur. Her insightful approach combines proven practical fitness and wellness strategies with deep emotional understanding, while empowering individuals to break free from imagined self-perceptions and other paradigms holding them back, and to embrace their unique journeys. Her coaching focuses on goal setting and achieving growth in both personal and professional aspirations.

Phyllis fosters self-compassion, resilience, and a holistic approach to wellness with a warm, encouraging demeanour, providing a safe space for individuals to explore their identity, set meaningful goals, and realize one’s full potential.

Through her career in fitness and growing million-dollar personal training businesses for the health clubs she managed, she has been a speaker on the international stage at fitness conferences in the United States and in Asia.