Gia Macool is a 1stPhorm Athlete, author, glamour model and public speaker who has been helping people transform their health and fitness since 1998. With over two decades of experience, Gia combines her passion for fitness with her insights from 25 years of marriage to guide others toward stronger bodies, deeper connections, and more fulfilling lives.
Drawing from real-life experience, she shares an honest perspective on what women go through in marriage and the habits that help couples maintain desire, respect, and emotional intimacy over time.
Through her private community, Gia has helped thousands of men and women reach their goals offering practical guidance on personal growth, healthy living, and sustaining long-term relationships.
She also partners with international and local brands and has been featured on magazine covers and media platforms around the world.
Women Fitness President Ms. Namita Nayyar catches up with an exceptionally talented and accomplished, Gia Macool who is a 1stPhorm Athlete, author, glamour model and public speaker. Here she talks about her fitness regime, diet and success story.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve been a prominent figure in the health and fitness world since 1998. How have the industry—and your role within it—evolved over the years?
Gia Macool:
I’ve transitioned from competing to living a balanced fitness lifestyle. What first led me to fitness—a passion for health and quality of life—hasn’t changed. With experience come wisdom and the ability to handle challenges at every level, whether competitive or personal.
Now, I focus on helping everyday women—wives and mothers—get fit and feel their best. The industry itself has also shifted to a more mainstream focus on wellness.
Namita Nayyar:
You wear many hats: 1st Phorm Athlete, author, model, and relationship guide. How do these roles come together in your mission?
Gia Macool:
All of these roles connect through one purpose—wellness. It’s about creating a long, fulfilling life and becoming the best version of yourself.
Relationships are key to every area—fitness, business, or family. The way you treat people and maintain those relationships ultimately defines your success.
Namita Nayyar:
The term “glamour model” often carries preconceptions. How have you used that platform to promote health and empowerment?
Gia Macool:
Glamour modeling often gets misunderstood because many in the industry drift from beauty into exploitation. Women are told that doing “more” means making more money—but that usually comes with a cost.
I aim to help women model in a healthy, confident, and value-driven way, maintaining boundaries while building real relationships and staying mainstream.
Namita Nayyar:
As a 1st Phorm Athlete, what about their philosophy and products aligns with your own?
Gia Macool:
1st Phorm holds a high standard—not just in their products, but in their people. They always go beyond what’s promised, which is exactly how I approach my work: under-promise, over-deliver.
Namita Nayyar:
What’s the biggest mental or emotional hurdle that holds women back from starting their fitness journey—and how can they overcome it?
Gia Macool:
Comfort.
Most women stay stuck in what feels safe. But growth happens in discomfort. Stepping out of that zone builds strength, not just physically—but mentally too.
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Namita Nayyar:
Beyond the physical changes, what mental shifts do you see in the women you coach?
Gia Macool:
Most start with physical goals, but it’s mindset that carries them through. Once you strengthen your mind, everything else follows.
Fitness becomes a gateway to success—it teaches discipline, courage, and resilience that ripple through every part of life.
Namita Nayyar:
You show that fitness and femininity can coexist. How do you help women embrace both strength and sensuality?
Gia Macool:
Society often tells women their femininity is “too much” or wrong. But our sensuality is part of what makes us valuable.
When women stop fighting that side of themselves and instead use discernment they can appreciate what they offer while also working on other things they are good at. It’s not about creating rigged roles but in becoming good at multiple things.
Namita Nayyar:
If you could give one piece of nutritional advice to someone overwhelmed, what would it be?
Gia Macool:
Don’t compare yourself to anyone. Track what you’re doing now, and make one small change every 12 weeks. Consistency always wins over perfection.
Namita Nayyar:
You now guide couples on maintaining desire and intimacy. What led you to expand into this area?
Gia Macool:
I’ve been doing this for years—just not publicly. Social media often wants people to “pick a lane,” but that’s limiting.
I’ve always believed in doing multiple things well, and sharing this side of my work online opened deeper, real conversations with my audience.
Namita Nayyar:
What’s a common but surprising challenge couples face in long-term marriages today?
Gia Macool:
Admitting their own flaws—and continuing to work on them.
When couples start blaming each other instead of taking responsibility, the relationship begins to break down.
Namita Nayyar:
Desire in long-term relationships can fade. How can couples keep the spark alive?
Gia Macool:
People forget that attraction still matters.
The order should be God, husband, wife, and children. When work or kids take priority, resentment builds—and desire dies.
Protect that hierarchy, and passion stays alive.
Namita Nayyar:
How does a woman’s personal growth affect her marriage?
Gia Macool:
A woman must like what she sees in the mirror. Her confidence directly affects her ability to connect intimately.
If she can’t turn herself on—mentally or emotionally—she’ll struggle to stay engaged and connected with her husband.
Namita Nayyar:
For couples who feel like “roommates,” what’s a first step to reconnect?
Gia Macool:
Acknowledge that sex is part of your vows—it’s not optional. Set aside one day a week to give each other full attention, including regular intimacy. It’s vital for connection.
Namita Nayyar:
What was the hardest part of your personal story to write about?
Gia Macool:
Facing double standards for women and men.
Speaking the truth publicly brings backlash—people create stories or try to discredit you. The hardest part was pushing through that and telling the truth anyway.
Namita Nayyar:
What’s the core message of your book?
Gia Macool:
Believe in yourself.
Get obsessed with your goals.
Master consistency and rejection—and never lose sight of why you started.
Namita Nayyar:
What’s the most rewarding feedback you’ve received from your audience?
Gia Macool:
When someone tells me, “You helped me get back to what matters and believe in myself again.” That’s the best feeling in the world.
Namita Nayyar:
When you step on stage, what do you hope people leave with?
Gia Macool:
That success has less to do with talent—and everything to do with persistence.
Stay focused. Have tunnel vision. And make sure your goals truly matter in the end.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve built an authentic brand with major partnerships. What’s your secret?
Gia Macool:
Strong relationships.
People think success is about talent—it’s not. It’s about consistency, integrity, and never giving up.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you choose brand partnerships that align with your values?
Gia Macool:
I only work with brands I’d stand behind long-term.
If it can be bought, it was never real honor to begin with.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you stay authentic on social media in a world of perfection?
Gia Macool:
By staying hands-on.
If someone working with me doesn’t maintain authenticity, they’re not part of my team. Real connection matters more than polish.
Namita Nayyar:
Reflecting on your journey since 1998, what are you most proud of?
Gia Macool:
That everything I dreamed of as a child—I’ve made happen.
Looking back, I’m proud that I kept every promise I made to myself.
Namita Nayyar:
What’s next for Gia Macool?
Gia Macool:
I’m rebranding, writing a new book, and expanding into podcasting and YouTube.
My next chapter is all about connecting with people in real life—helping them grow beyond the screen.
Namita Nayyar:
If you could give one piece of advice to your 1998 self, what would it be?
Gia Macool:
Be patient.
Never rush important decisions—impatience causes mistakes.
You don’t need others as much as you think. Everything you need is already within you—if you’re willing to work and sacrifice for it.
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