Online Personal Trainer since 2008 

Hi, I’m Hilde — founder of Get Active Online and your Online Personal Trainer. 

In 2008, Get Active Online was born from a passion to help others feel as amazing as I discovered I could through health and fitness. Back then, no one really knew what online personal training was — Instagram wasn’t even a thing, and Michelle Bridges hadn’t hit the scene. But I believed in the power of personalised online coaching, and soon, word spread. Clients achieved incredible results, we were featured in national magazines, and I became a regular contributor for Oxygen Magazine.

 

Before I was a fitness coach, my life was very different. In my 20s, I was a pack-a-day smoker, could outdrink most blokes, and struggled with depression. It all changed when I decided to try a 12-week fitness program. I started just to lose a few kilos, but what I gained was a belief in myself and a new way of living that made me feel unstoppable. Fitness became my new drug of choice, and I was hooked on sharing that energy with others. That’s how Get Active Online began.

Over the years, Get Active grew. In 2014, I opened my first Bootcamp and Personal Training Studio in Cairns — a massive success with more clients-turned-family than I ever imagined. In 2017, we expanded again, bringing personal training to older adults with a focus on strength, form, and living vibrantly as we age.

Then life threw me another challenge. In 2021, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Suddenly, everything that wasn’t important fell away. My battle with cancer brought clarity — health and happiness are everything. It also thrust me into full on menopausal symptoms, a whole new set of challenges. I wasn’t ready to accept feeling tired, moody, and battling weight gain. Determined as ever, I researched everything I could to thrive, not just survive.

This experience led me to create The Menopause Diet and Midlife Makeover — programs designed to help women feel incredible at every stage of life. I’m passionate about helping others prioritise self-care, manage stress, and build balanced lifestyles.

The truth is, my strength has come from the amazing community we’ve built — 16 years of loyal clients, many of whom feel more like family. If you’re ready to take charge of your health, I’d love you to join us. Life’s too short to wait. Let’s get started today — and feel amazing together!

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16+ Years Transforming Lives

Transforming lives through fitness, nutrition, and self-care — helping you feel strong, vibrant, and empowered at every stage of life.

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Qualified Personal Trainer

Qualified Gym Instructor, Personal Trainer, Children’s Trainer, and Older Adults Trainer — bringing expertise to every stage of fitness

Precision Nutrition

Certified in Precision Nutrition Level 1 and Exercise Nutrition — providing expert guidance for balanced, sustainable eating habits

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The Vitality Reset

Reclaim Your Energy, Health & Confidence in 21 Days!

Fitness & Wellness Coaching

Don’t Give Up Everything You Love to Get Results!

Midlife Makeover

8-Week Perimenopausal & Menopausal Weight Loss Program

Hilde's Ramblings

Social Connections
Feb 07 2025
Hilde's Ramblings, Motivation

How Social Connections Transformed My Health & Happiness

Back in 2021, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As you can imagine, it turned my world upside down. I was suddenly thrown into a world of hospital appointments, deep levels of stress, anxiety,...
My Biggest Challenge Yet
Mar 13 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

My Biggest Challenge Yet

Everyone who knows me knows I love a challenge, although this is one I didn’t want.Two weeks ago, I got the news you don’t want to hear… “you have cancer.” I have been diagnosed with early breast...
Hilde and sisters before breast cancer surgery
Apr 30 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

It’s happening…. Surgery time

We ALL have our challenges, but what I've learnt over the years is that challenges can be overcome so much easier when you have support, and you are honest with yourself about what needs to change....
Hilde tough week
Sep 07 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Real, Raw and Unfiltered

A Reminder to Find Balance   Sometimes, life can be tough. It can feel downright hard, and it takes every bit of your strength to stay positive and keep moving forward. Well, that was me last...
Hilde's post breast cancer surgery update
Jun 21 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Post Breast Cancer Surgery Update

It’s been about 5 weeks since surgery and I’ve finally got around to doing another update. So I’m not going to lie, I was pretty nervous, maybe slightly terrified about surgery. I don’t think it was...
GAO-Its-not-what-happens-to-you-but-how-you-react-to-it-that-matters.--epictetus
Mar 22 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Overwhelmed

Right now, I’m feeling overwhelmed. Both overwhelmed by the amazing support I’m receiving from family and friends far and wide, and also by what my journey might be. Last week, I finally got to meet...
Social Connections
Feb 07 2025
Hilde's Ramblings, Motivation

How Social Connections Transformed My Health & Happiness

Back in 2021, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As you can imagine, it turned my world upside down. I was suddenly thrown into a world of hospital appointments, deep levels of stress, anxiety,...
My Biggest Challenge Yet
Mar 13 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

My Biggest Challenge Yet

Everyone who knows me knows I love a challenge, although this is one I didn’t want.Two weeks ago, I got the news you don’t want to hear… “you have cancer.” I have been diagnosed with early breast...
Hilde and sisters before breast cancer surgery
Apr 30 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

It’s happening…. Surgery time

We ALL have our challenges, but what I've learnt over the years is that challenges can be overcome so much easier when you have support, and you are honest with yourself about what needs to change....
Hilde tough week
Sep 07 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Real, Raw and Unfiltered

A Reminder to Find Balance   Sometimes, life can be tough. It can feel downright hard, and it takes every bit of your strength to stay positive and keep moving forward. Well, that was me last...
Hilde's post breast cancer surgery update
Jun 21 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Post Breast Cancer Surgery Update

It’s been about 5 weeks since surgery and I’ve finally got around to doing another update. So I’m not going to lie, I was pretty nervous, maybe slightly terrified about surgery. I don’t think it was...
GAO-Its-not-what-happens-to-you-but-how-you-react-to-it-that-matters.--epictetus
Mar 22 2021
Hilde's Ramblings

Overwhelmed

Right now, I’m feeling overwhelmed. Both overwhelmed by the amazing support I’m receiving from family and friends far and wide, and also by what my journey might be. Last week, I finally got to meet...