The Future of Fitness — Why the AUSactive Board Vote Matters
2025-10-20
In this episode, Mish sits down with Jen Dugard, founder of MumSafe™ and long-time advocate for women’s health in fitness, to talk about something that usually flies under the radar — board nominations.
Jen’s currently up for re-election to the AUSactive Board, and she’s not here to play politics — she’s here to talk about what it really means to have a voice at the table that represents exercise professionals.
They unpack:
How AUSactive has evolved from “the boys’ club days” to a credible national voice in Canberra Why the switch from CECs to CPDs matters for the industry’s future What “peak body” status actually means — and why it’s a game changer for recognition and funding The vision for where fitness sits in Australia’s preventative health system And, yes, the behind-the-scenes reality of unpaid leadership and hard decisionsIf you’ve ever wondered who’s really representing you in the fitness industry, or why your vote counts, this one’s worth a listen.
Time to Vote
If you’re an AUSactive member, you’ve already got a say in who shapes the future of our industry. Check your inbox (or your junk folder) for an email from True Vote — that’s your voting link. If you don’t have it, contact AUSactive before 27 October.
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