This article was originally published in the Summer 2024 issue of ICON/REFINED Magazine. Get your copy here. 

Name: Lindsay Smith
Age: 32
Hometown: Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
Occupation: Personal Trainer
Follow her: @linds.smith01

Photography: Shari Luchko @sharilovephotography

Lindsay Smith is a personal trainer who brings a unique blend of experience, empathy, and strength to her work. With over ten years in the fitness industry, Lindsay’s journey took a devastating turn in 2023 when she was diagnosed with stage three cancer. This diagnosis changed her perspective on fitness, shifting her focus from competing in bikini competitions to prioritizing her quality of life and mental well-being, and maintaining strength as she ages.

Lindsay’s approach to personal training is refreshingly down-to-earth. She believes that fitness is about more than just hitting body composition goals; it’s about enhancing your everyday life. Her training programs incorporate exercises that mimic daily activities, helping clients build strength and protect their joints while also working towards their personal fitness goals.

“As entrepreneurs, we’re all so unique, and that individuality is what we bring to the table.”

One of Lindsay’s key philosophies is the importance of staying true to yourself. In a world where social media often pushes unrealistic standards, she encourages her clients to embrace their individuality and resist the urge to compare themselves to others. Lindsay is passionate about helping people find their unique path to fitness and well-being, knowing that everyone has something special to offer.

As a devoted mother of two and a resilient cancer survivor, her personal experiences fuel her passion for fitness and her mission to share the joy of movement with others. Lindsay’s goal is to help people live their best lives, filled with vitality and happiness, and to pass on the benefits of fitness in a way that’s genuine and uplifting.