Celebrating the Game-Changers, Thought-Leaders and Wellness Trailblazers of Australia
At Women’s Fitness, we’re passionate about spotlighting the women who are redefining what it means to be strong — not just in body, but in mind, mission and message. The Women’s Fitness Awards are Reader’s Choice Awards — nominated by you, our community — to honour the experts, innovators, voices and trends making an undeniable impact on health, wellbeing and empowerment across Australia. Without further ado….
Woman of the Year
Leading with courage, conviction and compassion, to become the Women’s Fitness Woman of the Year is no easy feat. Outspoken, thought provoking and often speaking up when others don’t, these women are using their platforms – and voice – to educate and elevate. Whether she’s building a wellness empire, sharing her story to break the stigma, or championing women’s health in bold new ways — she’s making waves, and we’re here for it.
This year’s powerhouse nominees include:
Bec Miller (Health with Bec) – Nutritionist, entrepreneur, top podcast host and founder of Health With Bec, transforming women’s lives with practical, proven strategies for sustainable weight loss and food freedom.
Laura Henshaw Co-founder and CEO of Keep It Cleaner (KIC), author, and outspoken advocate for equality, empowerment and women’s wellness.
Jelena Dokic Former tennis world No.4 turned bestselling author, presenter, speaker, and fearless voice for body image and mental health.
Expert of the Year
These aren’t just experts — they’re pioneers. Rewriting the rules of wellness forever, these women are leading a new era of evidence-based empowerment. With clinical credibility, media magnetism and a mission to help others thrive, they’re trusted voices and transformational forces. They don’t just inform; they innovate, inspire and ignite action.
Nominees so far include:
Olivia Arezzolo Australia’s Leading Sleep Expert, Keynote Speaker and Bestselling author in 10 countries, redefining rest as a performance tool and sleep tourism as the next frontier.
Nat Kringoudis Hormone expert, Doctor of Chinese Medicine and founder of The Pagoda Tree, empowering 30,000+ women through integrative, natural care.
Sally O’Neill Clinical nutritionist and founder of Status 80/20, fusing science with sense to help women eat well, feel well and ditch diet culture.
Sarah Di Lorenzo Clinical nutritionist on Sunrise, bestselling author co-founder of 10:10 Bars, making healthy habits and weight loss easy, effortless and accessible to all.
Trend of the Year
This category honours the themes, topics and trends you’ve loved the most. Those that shaped us, healed us, created conversation, created connection. Those moments you will always remember, and never want to forget. Elevating wellbeing, empowering our best selves, it may be the start of these trends, but it’s definitely not the end.
This year’s forward-thinking topics are:
Sleep Tourism
From luxury retreats to science-backed hotel stays, rest is the new wellness status symbol.
Run Clubs
Grassroots to global, women-led run communities are making movement more inclusive, social and strong.
Wellness Tech
From wearable trackers to AI-powered apps, technology is transforming how we optimise our health.
Contrast Therapy
Ice baths, infrared, and hot/cold rituals went mainstream for recovery, resilience and mental clarity.
Podcast of the Year
In a world of endless noise, these podcasts cut through with heart, honesty and impact. From soulful storytelling to science-backed wellness advice, our Podcast of the Year nominees have informed, uplifted and inspired thousands of listeners across Australia. Whether sparking deep self-reflection or sharing practical tools for better living, these hosts are shaping the wellness conversation in powerful ways.
This year’s standout podcasts include:
– A Life of Greatness – Sarah Grynberg
– We Have a Situation – Michelle Bridges
– The Deep – Zoe Marshall
– Body Bites with Bec – Bec Miller
– KICpod – Steph Claire Smith & Laura Henshaw
– Beauticate – Sigourney Cantelo
– Tess Talks – Tess Shanahan
– Dear Menopause – Sonya Lovell
– Good Mourning – Sally Douglas & Imogen Carn
– Seize the Yay – Sarah Davidson
Nominate now
Nominate before Dec 31 — send your nominatee to womensfitness@womensfitnessmag.com.au
Stay tuned for our first issue of 2026, on sale January 26, where we reveal the winners.
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