Biography
Libby is not just a personal trainer, she’s also a speaker, author, entrepreneur and mum of two.
When Libby was diagnosed with malignant hypertension in her early 20s, with blood pressure more than twice safe levels, she was told she'd be on medication for life and probably never have kids. Healing herself through the right kinds exercise and nutrition, and getting off medication was the start of her life-long mission to inspire others to move more, eat better and live life to the full.
A decade later, her knowledge and passion led to her starring role as the new trainer on Channel 10's re-imagination and relaunch of "The Biggest Loser: Transformed". As a former journalist she writes for publications such as Prevention Magazine and has also been the fitness expert for Women's Fitness Magazine and the HIT Network.
Outside of her work in media, Libby is the founder of multiple businesses including her Bondi training studio The Upbeat. She also co-founded sustainable activewear brand Earthletica and Chief Nutrition, written a best selling book, Totally BUF, and created her hugely popular 6-week online nutrition program Sneaky Nutrition Reset.
She’s also a co-founder of Nurture Group, a wellness and business event company for entrepreneurs and senior leaders in partnership with AFL legend Paul Roos. And, as a sought after speaker and presenter, her favourite experience to date has been sharing the stage with Tony Robbins!
Best of all, despite the dire prognosis over a decade ago, Libby is now the proud mum of daughter Izzy and son Harry!
With her incredible passion for health and fitness plus her lived experience with hypertension, Libby Babet is thrilled to come on board as an HRI Ambassador.