BIOGRAPHY
Chivon John is a writer, consultant and wellness advocate who is passionate about redefining what it means to be healthy by encouraging open dialogue about body image, self-esteem and mental health. Having overcome her own personal struggles, her mission is to inspire others to work on their ‘mental fitness’, discover their passions and live a healthy life.
In 2008, Chivon set forth on a journey that resulted in a lifestyle overhaul of her nutrition, confronting her issues with body image and transforming her body and strength through resistance training.
Armed with a new sense of confidence and knowledge, Chivon has competed in seven fitness competitions, is a regular contributor of fitness and wellness articles for print and online publications, is a published model and speaker.
Through her journey to confront her personal struggles, Chivon is eager to pay it forward to share the knowledge she has gained and inspire others to be physically and mentally fit. Chivon is a certified in Personal Trainer and attends the Holistic Nutrition program at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Keynote presenter at the 2012 Black Writers Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Freelance contributor to 3 fitness magazines
- Fitness and Health Staff writer with MyBeautyBank.ca
- ‘Train or Be Trained’ Trainer of the Month for May 2012
- Signed with a fitness and lifestyle talent agency
- FMI Events Essay Contest Winner (October 2011)
- World Physique Magazine “Competitor of the Month” (December 2010)
GOALS
My goals are to expand my brand as an advocate for physical and mental fitness. My long-term goals include writing a book and continue to host workshops geared to empowering women which focus on self-esteem, body image and health beyond the aesthetic.
THOUGHTS ON FMI
FMI has opened my eyes to what is possible when you stop trying to fit into a box and instead aim to create your own pond. They not only provide you with the education and training to propel you forward, they provide a strong and supportive network who are willing to help guide you to achieve your dreams.
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09/04/2012 - 3:57 pm
[...] I am honoured to be selected as the FMI Events Model of the Month for September 2012. I am a proud FMI Alumni and supporter of the organization. You can view my interview with them here: http://www.fmievents.com/2012/09/02/sept12-chivon-john/ [...]