Make Time for Feeling Good and Fitness with Gunnar Peterson - Make Time Podcast - Episode 6

Join hosts Emma Heming Willis and Helen Christoni, Co-Founders of Make Time Wellness, as they welcome world-renowned personal trainer, Gunnar Peterson, to the show. Gunnar is a beloved coach who works with celebrities, athletes, and everyday people, helping them to achieve their health and wellness goals. His clients include household names like J L, Kendall Jenner, and Amber Heard. His expertise in functional training, a style of training that emphasizes movements used in an athlete’s daily life, makes his regimens uniquely accessible. He is an author of the book G-Force, the founder of his own company, Gunnar Gym Design, and he even has a new health app coming soon called The Common Ground. In this episode, Gunnar talks about the importance of treating workouts as “non-negotiables,” Helen’s upcoming marathon in Tokyo, creating a routine that matches the needs of your lifestyle, and paying attention to how you feel in your body. 

 

About Gunnar Peterson: 

Gunnar Peterson is a Nashville based personal trainer whose clients include celebrities, professional athletes, and everyday people. Gunnar is the former Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. He is widely recognized for his expertise in functional training and his commitment to developing and implementing innovative fitness techniques. With over 30 years in the fitness industry, Gunnar’s dynamic approach, boundless energy and (sometimes risky) humor only add to the effectiveness of the experience his clients enjoy.

 

With a client list as diverse as his training methods, Gunnar emphasizes strength training modalities that can be transferred from the gym to daily life, from training camp to championship game. He has worked with athletes from the NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB, USTA, professional boxing (male AND female!) and various NCAA sports. Many film and television celebrities have also sought Gunnar’s guidance in preparing for roles and have stayed on to become year-round clients, making him a cornerstone of their fitness regiment.

 

Episode Highlights: 

• How treating your workout like a flight can help you hit the gym 

• The importance of a workout plan 

• Matching your workout to your abilities and lifestyle needs

• How hiring a trainer with a friend can backfire

• Emphasizing feeling good as a workout goal 

Connect with our guest: 

Gunnar Peterson’s website: 

https://gunnarpeterson.com/

https://www.instagram.com/gunnarfitness/?hl=en

 

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