NYC fitness mogul Makena Diehl - growing up, power of movement, building community

**the video cut out after 15 minutes so its mostly audio**I had the pleasure of interviewing Makena Diehl—a California native turned NYC fitness instructor who’s made waves with her high-energy Cardio Sculpt class at Equinox (where I first met her). Since then, she’s expanded her impact, teaching at Fuze House, hosting private workout events, and collaborating with Free People Movement. Makena opens up about her personal journey with eating disorders and body dysmorphia, and how it fuels her mission to inspire other women to find joy in movement and embrace body positivity. She's not only an incredibly motivating presence but also deeply thoughtful—committed to creating a more supportive, empowering fitness space for all.You can find her on instagram and tik tok @makenaraediehl