Train for Life was born out of a deeply personal journey of overcoming fear and transforming adversity into strength. Founder Braden Usher experienced the paralyzing grip of fear in various aspects of life, leading to a spiral of negative habits and emotions.
However, hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for change. Embracing the core values of curiosity, passion, and accountability, Braden began on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. By challenging limiting beliefs, pursuing genuine passions, and taking ownership of his health and aspirations, he transformed his life from one of despair to one of empowerment.
The realization dawned that this transformation was not just personal but had the potential to impact others as well. Train for Life emerged as a platform to guide individuals from feeling helpless to realizing their inner strength.
Through a holistic approach encompassing strength training, nutrition, and daily habits, Train for Life empowers individuals to discover their true potential and believe in themselves. It's not merely about physical fitness; it's about training for life — cultivating curiosity, passion, and accountability to shape character, foster self-belief, and instill pride in one's journey.
ORIGIN STORY
Meet Your Train For Life Coaches & Staff
OUR TEAM
Favourite Snack:
Can pizza be a snack?
Favourite Exercise:
SA DB Snatch
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“To give any less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”
Braden loves the outdoors, dogs, playing music, trying new things, but beyond and above all Braden loves training for life. He is obsessed with exploring movement, overcoming limiting beliefs, and helping people discover their potential.
Braden believes that training is the single most powerful tool for positive change, and this is what he wishes to share. While training can change a life, coaching can change a community.
Braden loves the outdoors, dogs, playing music, trying new things, but beyond and above all Braden loves training for life. He is obsessed with exploring movement, overcoming limiting beliefs, and helping people discover their potential.
Braden believes that training is the single most powerful tool for positive change, and this is what he wishes to share. While training can change a life, coaching can change a community.
Favourite Snack:
Can pizza be a snack?
Favourite Exercise:
SA DB Snatch
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“To give any less than your best is to sacrifice the gift”
COACH BRADEN
Train for Life Owner, and Head Trainer.
Favourite Snack:
Chips
Favourite Exercise:
Romanian Deadlifts with Kettle Bells
Favourite Time to Train:
Early Morning
Quote to Live by:
“What if I Fall? Oh my Darling what if you fly?”
Kirstin is a mom of 4 who loves the outdoors, exploring new hiking trails, reading books, and cooking far too much food. She can generally be found hanging out with her family while finding new ways to play from ski days to beach days she loves to make sure that there is lots of fun movement in her every day.
Kirstin is a firm believer that movement is for any body and for everybody. Movement is the one thing that can help improve so many parts of our everyday lives and Kirstin wishes to share that passion with each individual to help them feel their best.
COACH KIRSTIN
Certified Personal Trainer
Kirstin is a mom of 4 who loves the outdoors, exploring new hiking trails, reading books, and cooking far too much food. She can generally be found hanging out with her family while finding new ways to play from ski days to beach days she loves to make sure that there is lots of fun movement in her every day. Kirstin is a firm believer that movement is for any body and for everybody. Movement is the one thing that can help improve so many parts of our everyday lives and Kirstin wishes to share that passion with each individual to help them feel their best.
Favourite Snack:
Chips
Favourite Exercise:
Romanian Deadlifts with Kettle Bells
Favourite Time to Train:
Early Morning
Quote to Live by:
“What if I Fall? Oh my Darling what if you fly?”
Favourite Snack:
Greek yogurt with berries / ANYTHING chocolate.
Favourite Exercise:
Romanian Deadlift.
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset” -John Geiger
Lara loves hiking with her Golden Retriever, travelling, spending time with her family and you can count on her to always have the best music for your sessions together.
Lara is a newly certified personal trainer through CanFitPro. She is incredibly excited to start helping others transform their lives through fitness. Before personal training, she spent her winters as a ski instructor. She understands the importance of clear communication, patience, and personalized guidance.
COACH LARA
Certified Personal Trainer
Lara loves hiking with her Golden Retriever, travelling, spending time with her family and you can count on her to always have the best music for your sessions together.
Lara is a newly certified personal trainer through CanFitPro. She is incredibly excited to start helping others transform their lives through fitness. Before personal training, she spent her winters as a ski instructor. She understands the importance of clear communication, patience, and personalized guidance.
Favourite Snack:
Greek yogurt with berries / ANYTHING chocolate.
Favourite Exercise:
Romanian Deadlift
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset” -John Geiger
Favourite Snack:
Carbs
Favourite Exercise:
Hip Cleans
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“It's not how you start, it's how you finish."
Gavin is a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) and Kinesiologist (B.H.Sc.) with experience coaching youth athletes, seniors, and general fitness. He specializes in strength training, focusing on proper movement patterns, injury prevention, and long-term performance gains. Gavin helps athletes improve speed and agility, while also guiding seniors in regaining strength for better daily function.
As a triathlon coach and endurance athlete WHO COMPETES Ironman 70.3, Gavin understands the importance of structured, individualized training. His science-based approach to strength and conditioning ensures clients move safely, efficiently, and with purpose, whether training for a race or enhancing overall health and fitness.
COACH GAVIN
Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) and Kinesiologist (B.H.Sc.)
Gavin is a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) and Kinesiologist (B.H.Sc.) with experience coaching youth athletes, seniors, and general fitness. He specializes in strength training, focusing on proper movement patterns, injury prevention, and long-term performance gains. Gavin helps athletes improve speed and agility, while also guiding seniors in regaining strength for better daily function.
As a triathlon coach and endurance athlete WHO COMPETES Ironman 70.3, Gavin understands the importance of structured, individualized training. His science-based approach to strength and conditioning ensures clients move safely, efficiently, and with purpose, whether training for a race or enhancing overall health and fitness.
Favourite Snack:
Carbs
Favourite Exercise:
Hip Cleans
Favourite Time to Train:
Morning
Quote to live by:
“It's not how you start, it's how you finish"
Favourite Snack:
Popcorn
Favourite Exercise:
Pull Up
Favourite time to Train:
Morning
Favourite Quote:
"One day or day one. You decide." - Paulo Coelho
Kyle Smith is in his second year at Western University, majoring in Kinesiology. His long-term commitment to personal fitness and training, sparked in high school, aligns perfectly with his academic pursuits and has been a major focus in his life, highlighted by his preparation for his second 70.3 triathlon.Kyle brings enthusiasm to his role as TFL Coach, well-deserved after years as an engaged client. His proactive approach to both learning and training make him a valuable addition to the team.
COACH KYLE
Certified Personal Trainer
Kyle Smith is in his second year at Western University, majoring in Kinesiology. His long-term commitment to personal fitness and training, sparked in high school, aligns perfectly with his academic pursuits and has been a major focus in his life, highlighted by his preparation for his second 70.3 triathlon.Kyle brings enthusiasm to his role as TFL Coach, well-deserved after years as an engaged client. His proactive approach to both learning and training make him a valuable addition to the team.
Favourite Snack:
Popcorn
Favourite Exercise:
Pull Up
Favourite time to Train:
Morning
Favourite Quote:
One day or day one. You decide. - Paulo Coelho
Favourite Snack:
Cheese & Crackers | Sour Patch Kids
Favourite Exercise:
Farmers Carry
Favourite time to Train:
Morning
Favourite Quote:
"You're under no obligation to be the same person you were 5 minutes ago." Allan Watts
Fiona is an adventurous spirit who thrives in nature, whether she's solo backcountry camping or exploring the outdoors with her fiancé and eight-year-old boxer Link. Recently completing her first Ironman 70.3, she is a living testament to her belief that anything is possible.
A creative at heart, Fiona thrives on crafting compelling stories and visual content that capture the beauty of life's moments. She’s driven by a love for creating. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, Fiona seeks to inspire and engage others in meaningful ways.
FIONA
Communications & Operations Manager
Fiona is an adventurous spirit who thrives in nature, whether she's solo backcountry camping or exploring the outdoors with her fiancé and eight-year-old boxer Link. Recently completing her first Ironman 70.3, she is a living testament to her belief that anything is possible.
A creative at heart, Fiona thrives on crafting compelling stories and visual content that capture the beauty of life's moments. She’s driven by a love for creating. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, Fiona seeks to inspire and engage others in meaningful ways.
Favourite Snack:
Cheese & Crackers | Sour Patch Kids
Favourite Exercise:
Farmers Carry
Favourite time to Train:
Morning
Favourite Quote:
"You're under no obligation to be the same person you were 5 minutes ago." Allan Watts
MOVE BETTER. FEEL BETTER. LIVE BETTER.
