Revealed: 20 of the biggest Insta fitness gurus who call South Australia home
If you need a bit of motivation to get to the gym, be inspired by these homegrown fitfluencers who are racking up the follows on Instagram. See who made the list.
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#Fitnessgoals is still alive and thriving.
Instagram is home to a plethora of influencers from chefs and comedians to fitness experts.
The Messenger has dived into the hugely popular social media platform to find South Australia’s hottest workout gurus.
From mums to reality TV stars, these are the people you need to follow if you’re looking to get your body into shape.
Whether you need some motivation to get back into your gym routine, some quick midweek meals to keep your mind and body right or you just need something pleasing for the eye, then scroll down to meet SA’s top fitness Instagram stars.
GRACE SHELMERDINE
Handle: @grace_powerfit
Followers: 92k
Grace Shelmerdine has a mix of content covering motherhood, recipes and gym routines that are simple but effective.
In her Instagram bio, she promotes “a VIP service resulting in sustainable weight loss, WITHOUT extreme restrictions”.
LAWSON DALY
Handle: @lawsondaly
Followers: 18.2k
With a daily online training program, it’s easy to see why Lawson Daly has a mass following.
His Instagram is dedicated to answering questions and busting myths about health and fitness as well as providing tips and tricks
JESS AYRES
Handle: @jessayres_fit
Followers: 20k
Online fitness coach Jess Ayres “helps women become their most confident, healthiest and happiest”.
Her account is outlined with testimonials, client results as well as question and answer sessions.
BROOKE THIELE
Handle: @chook_fit
Followers: 15.8k
Promoting a number of supplements to her 15,000 followers, Brooke Thiele can be found carving it up at her Blackwood gym.
GLYN MONEY
Handle: @glyncashmoney
Followers: 10.5k
Glyn Money’s posts cover an array of topics including fashion, fitness as well as travel.
According to his bio, Glyn helps “people transform their life through fitness and spirituality”.
SARAH JEAVONS
Handle: @sarahjeavons
Followers: 21k
Former SAS Australia contestant Sarah Jeavons boasts a very “aesthetically” pleasing Insta feed.
Before giving reality TV a go, Sarah learnt to pack a punch The Real Spartan Gym.
ALANAH BROOKE
Handle: @itsalanah.brooke_
Followers: 9.3k
When Ryderwear athlete Alanah Brooke isn’t in the gym, she is sightseeing some of Adelaide’s best kept secrets.
You can also keep up to date with her two dogs Benson and Willow.
GERARD LEWIS
Handle: @gerardlewisfitness
Followers: 14.7k
Working as a trainer and a bodybuilding coach, Gerald Lewis has an extensive track record in the fitness industry.
TAYLA GOODY
Handle: @taygoodyfitness
Followers: 27.6k
Another Ryderwear athlete, Tayla Goody was a Miss Universe finalist while also securing qualifications in personal training.
KWAME DUAH
Handle: @kwameduah
Followers: 379k
From being youngest bodybuilder to turn professional in a Musclemania show, Kwame Duah has featured in fitness magazines and is a well-known social media influencer.
CHARLOTTE PRICE
Handle: @charlotteprice97
Followers: 14.5k
Online coach Charlotte Price has helped countless clients achieve their fitness goals. Whether she’s enjoying the beach or pumping weights at the gym, Charlotte has an extensive reach of 14.8k followers.
KAYLA NELLA
Handle: @kaylanellaa
Followers: 31.1k
With over 31.1k followers, Kayala Nella can be found helping her clients achieve their fitness goals while providing some self-care ideas that are good for the mind, body and soul.
NATHAN RYLES
Handle: @nathan_ryles
Followers: 11.4k
Personal trainer and three time Ninja Warrior grand finalist Nathan Ryles has a lot of achievements under his belt.
Nathan provides his 11.4k followers an insight into both dad life and training life.
FITNESS UNICORN
Handle: @fitness_unicorn
Followers: 10.8k
Joining the likes of AFL legend Dane Swan, NBL’s Mitch Creek and TV personality Angie Kent, Athletikan athlete the Fitness Unicorn promotes, fitness, positivity, self love and mindset.
MATT KOOPMAN
Handle: @koopsfit
Followers: 12.2k
Keen footballer Matt Koopman has made his Instagram a one-stop shop for tips and tricks for first time gym users or for those wanting to step up their routines.
NATALIE JAYNE
Handle: @nataliejaynefitmummy
Followers: 37.3k
Young mum Natalie Jayne encourages her followers to embrace their journey and be open to new opportunities, while taking on challenges like a total girl boss.
EMMA BOWMAN
Handle: @emma_bowman__
Followers: 18.6k
Lifestyle coach Emma Bowman is an accredited sports nutritionist and no stranger to winning a contest or two. With 18.6k followers, Emma’s account focuses on posing, training and nutrition.
JAMES NEWBURY
Handle: @jamesnewbury
Followers: 244k
Owner of Sound 365 Adelaide, James Newbury splits his time between Geelong and Adelaide. He has also been voted Australia’s Fittest Man four times.
AMELIA RICCI
Handle: @livingbeautyamelia
Followers: 56.1k
Amelia Ricci posts a number of recipes that anyone can achieve if they live a busy lifestyle. She also busts diet myths.
JAMIE SKIPPEN
Handle: @jamieskippen
Followers: 21.9k
When Jamie Skippen isn’t in the gym or repping the latest supplement, he can be found showcasing his envious sneaker collection.
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