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Bold Vision, Real Leadership: Caleigh Rykiss on Redefining Fitness, Community & Culture (Part 1)

Allison Arruda Episode 131

In this episode of Inspire + Move I’m delighted to be joined by my longtime friend and inspiring entrepreneur, Caleigh Rykiss. Caleigh is a wellness entrepreneur, fitness expert, media personality, producer and currently the co-host of the podcast, In Three! From our early days growing up in Winnipeg to both finding our way into the worlds of fashion, media, and fitness, Caleigh’s journey is a powerful example of vision, grit, and evolution! We dive into her early career as a producer at E-Talk, her unexpected love with boxing, and the creation of her multi-concept wellness studio, BOLO. But this episode isn’t just about career highs, we also unpack what it really looks like to lead with intention, come back to your purpose and redefine success after a low moment.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Caleigh’s unconventional path from aspiring pop star to entertainment producer, to founder of a revolutionary fitness concept.
• How boxing helped her transform her relationship with her body, and reframe fitness as empowerment, not punishment.
• The story behind BOLO: a 10,000-square-foot wellness destination combining movement, connection, nourishment, and confidence.
• Lessons in leadership: building team culture, investing in coaching, and holding space for growth and accountability.
• Healing after business closure and untangling identity from professional achievement.

What did you connect with most? We’d love to know! Come connect with us over on Instagram @AlliArruda and @CaleighFit, share your thoughts and leave a review! Stay tuned for part 2 of our chat next week! 

Caleigh’s Links
Instagram: @CaleighFit
@InThreePod
Podcast Youtube 

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