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Linda Kriel – South Africa’s Fitness Guru

Linda Kriel is a South African fitness expert, author, successful entrepreneur, media personality, and owner of the LK Fitness App. One of her memorable appearances was as television presenter on SABC’s morning show, Body Beat, during the late 80s and early 90s. Additionally, Linda was the presenter of the kykNET series, Kry Daai Lyf with Linda Kriel.
In addition to her television work, Linda has contributed her knowledge and expertise to various magazine and online articles.

Moreover, she is the owner of Adventures with Linda Kriel, and organises and guides the very popular hiking tours in South Africa’s stunning locations, such as Cape Town, the Winelands, and the Wild Coast. Beyond the borders of her home country, she collaborates with Dr. Gianni from Walkabout Italy to host hiking tours in the picturesque landscapes of Italy, including Tuscany, Amalfi, and Sicily.

Having graced the covers of numerous South African magazines over the years, Linda has left an indelible mark on the fitness and wellness scene. Her dedication has positively impacted the lives of countless women, earning her the esteemed title of South Africa’s fitness guru in the media.

Her journey in television commenced after her studies at the University of Pretoria, where she became the vibrant and energetic presenter of the popular exercise program “Body Beat” on SABC 2. This role continued for an impressive nine years, from 1988 onwards.

Her television success continued with appearances on Dagbreek (kykNET) in 2013 and her own 30-minute program “Kry Daai Lyf met Linda Kriel” on kykNET from 2016 to 2018. These TV shows emphasised fitness, healthy lifestyles, weight-loss, and do-it-yourself regimens, with Linda also serving as the executive producer.

In 2019, she further extended her reach into the digital realm by launching the LK Fitness app, available on both Apple and Google Play app stores. The app offers weekly exercise programs, meal plans, and delicious recipes to lay the foundation for a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Throughout her earlier career, Linda released four highly popular fitness videos, titled “Bodinetics,” “Bums, Tums & Thighs,” “Bellies Boobs & Bums,” and “Fit & Fab.” Her prowess as an author shone with her book “Kry Daai Lyf met Linda Kriel,” a bestseller at CNA, even surpassing Dr. Tim Noakes’ “Real Meal Revolution.” Furthermore, Linda co-authored six other books on health and fitness.

Linda’s influence extends far and wide, with a vast social media following on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, currently reaching an impressive community of 165,000 women. On these platforms, Linda generously shares her passion for health, fitness, and weight-loss, serving as an inspiring example of a contented and healthy woman.

Linda Kriel aligns herself with the philosophy of American poet Maya Angelou: “My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive, and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humour, and some style.”

Overall, Linda’s lifelong dedication to health and fitness is nothing short of contagious, inspiring countless individuals to lead a more vibrant and energetic lifestyle.

MEET OUR TEAM

LINDA KRIEL

LINDA KRIEL

Named by the media as South Africa’s fitness guru, Linda’s enthusiasm and motivation around fitness and health is enlivening. A television fitness presenter, fitness and weight-loss expert and author and co-author of many books, Linda has helped thousands of women reach and maintain their health goals.

ANEL KIRSTEN

ANEL KIRSTEN

DIETICIAN

Boasting a vast experience in managing a variety of diseases requiring nutritional treatment, Anel is a Dietitian based in Paarl, South Africa, and has been in private practice for 15 years.

“My time in private practice has provided me with special skills to treat and manage weight loss, insulin resistance and problems associated with metabolic syndrome. Women’s Health is another special interest of mine.”

DR ADRIAAN MYBURGH

DR ADRIAAN MYBURGH

DOCTOR

Dr Adriaan is a fellow of the Royal College of Anesthetists. As a doctor and peri-operative physician, he is consulted on all medical questions that our members have. A former tri-athlete, he is very knowledgeable in the field of fitness and nutrition. He is married to Linda Kriel, and also accompanies Linda on all LK Fitness walking tours.

ZANDER PRINSLOO

ZANDER PRINSLOO

TRAINER

Health, fitness, and sports enthusiast Zander is currently finishing his Master’s research in Economics at Stellenbosch University. He is mainly focused on male strength and conditioning, and believes that training intensity (and HIIT) is an imperative factor in training and maintaining. He competes in running and ultra-trail running events; most recently placing 5th at the UTCT Special Edition 50km Ultra-Marathon.

DR MAXINE SMIT

DR MAXINE SMIT

TRAINER

A medical doctor, medical entrepreneur, and crossfit enthusiast, Dr Maxine Smit demonstrates the intermediate to advanced level programs. She’s currently at University of Oxford completing a MSc in Translational Health Sciences.

ARMIN PRINSLOO

ARMIN PRINSLOO

TRAINER

A filmmaker and ultra-endurance athlete, Armin is passionate about all-things-art and all-things-fitness. After obtaining a BCom in Financial Management at Stellenbosch, he switched over to his great passion, filmmaking. He recently completed and premiered his first first feature length documentary film, The Path of Most Resistance - The Story of the Cape 253 Ultra Triathlon. In 2022, he completed his first Ironman as well as the Ultra Trail Cape Town 100 Mile Race.

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