LONG BIO

Julian has taken his 15 years of education and industry experience to profoundly shape Toronto’s fitness and wellness landscape. From management consulting, to executive leadership coaching, to startup build outs, to keynote speaking, to founding companies, and finally to directorship roles, his impact is like no other professional in the field. It is his educational passion, charismatic energy, and unparalleled professionalism that has garnered him this ‘leader of leaders’ reputation.

Julian’s reputation is rooted from his education, which started with an HBA in Kinesiology from Western University, and Certifications in Personal Training, and Group Fitness Instruction (Indoor Cycling, Strength & Conditioning). He has evolved with 1000+ hours of education from the CHEK Institute in Holistic Lifestyle Coaching, 500+ hours from the Institute of Motion in Health Performance Programming, and 250+ hours from the Yoga Detour teacher training course. He is also a certified Thai Massage Therapist, Mobility Training Specialist (FRC), Authentic Relating Training (ART) communication coach, Ultramarathon Coach (UESCA), and most recently an Advanced Breathwork Practitioner (Oxygen Advantage).

Julian’s respect from his industry leading peers comes from being a multi-certified/licensed personal trainer, group fitness instructor, holistic health coach, and an accomplished endurance athlete. He has been teaching fitness for 18 years, specializing in kinesiology and athletic training. Julian can be described as a high performance hippie, someone who strikes a great balance in being structured and disciplined, while fluid and adaptable. He can turn on his Ironman/Ultramarathoner grit and intensity, while being zen and one with the force. Julian is passionate about helping his clients harmonize their personal and professional growth and development. His approach is uniquely holistic, heart-centric, and high impact.

Notables:

• Julian is currently expanding his portfolio within the Prevention side of health care. His expertise in Contrast Therapy (Group Sauna and Ice Bath), Longevity, and Athletic Therapy have garnered him director and consulting roles with pioneers in the space; Othership, Active Remedy Club, both of which are Toronto startups, and KEEN Wellbeing in Zurich, Switzerland.

• From his extended explorations in Costa Rica, Julian has learned Spanish, Permaculture, Farming, Plant Medicine, Construction, and Surfing.

• Julian was the Co-Founder and Director of BEI VITA, a modern wellness consultancy, founded in Hong Kong (2018-2021).

• Julian was the Founder of 2.0 Toronto, an 8-year passion project, a non-profit organization, specializing in peer-to-peer skillsharing events for industry leaders.

• Libra (zodiac) | Tiger (Chinese Astrology) | ENTJ (Myers-Briggs) | Has a Twin brother | Plays Piano

"I am grateful to be able to connect deeply with people as a career. I hope that my mission to teach wholism, mindfulness, and embodiment through the vehicle of fitness & wellness constructively contributes to my communities, and that my work echoes as a positive example for generations to come." - Julian

SHORTER BIO

Julian Ho is a multi-sport athlete, Ironman, and Ultramarathon champion. He holds an Honours Kinesiology degree from Western, was formerly a clinical Kinesiologist, and has undertaken more than a dozen certifications including personal training, group fitness, indoor cycling, ultramarathon coaching, breathwork practitioner, Thai Massage, Fascial  Stretch Therapy, Yoga 200 hours, and mobility specialist. His 18 years of fitness and wellness coaching and consulting includes great work with high profile athletes, c-suite executives, and special populations, and garnered him sponsorships and ambassadorships with companies such as Nike, Adidas, and On. He has consulted the first wave of Contrast Therapy Studios such as Othership, Active Remedy Club, and Keen Wellbeing. He founded a charitable Leadership Organization called 2.0 Toronto, which is now undergoing a rebranding for 2025. He continues to hold his own private practice and work exclusively with Equinox and Sweat and Tonic, fitness companies he has helped launch in Canada.

MANAGEMENT CONSULTING

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Below are companies that Julian has consulted for or is currently working with.

DIRECTOR ROLES

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Below are companies that Julian has held Directorship.

CERTIFICATIONS

ACHIEVEMENTS

CURRENT SPONSOR

PAST SPONSORS

AS FEATURED IN

• https://soundcloud.com/poypodcast/ep-035-julian-ho-being-a-multipotentialite

• http://www.ellecanada.com/beauty/health-and-fitness/article/it-s-time-to-recognize-exercise-as-a-prescription-for-mental-health

• https://wwws.fitnessrepublic.com/fitness/need-variety-gym-fitness.html

• http://cocoandcowe.com/2016/07/21/julian-ho-adidas-master-trainer-and-my-workout-motivational-guru/

• https://editseven.ca/qa-meet-heretocreate-master-trainer-julian-ho/

• https://furthermore.equinox.com/articles/2015/04/20-minute-workout-metcon

• http://www.welltodo.ca/2-0-toronto-summit-authenticity/

2025 PRIORITIES

PERSONAL

• Run 2 x 100 mile Ultramarathons

• Explore Europe (Farm to Table Cuisine, Sauna Culture, Wine Country)

• Search for a Live-Work Studio

• Romance and Creativity

PROFESSIONAL

• Re-launch a Rebranded 2.0 Toronto with new Partners

• Renew with On

• Teach Private Classes / Workshops (an incubation and test for opening private studio)

• Provide more Mentorship

EDUCATION

• Meditation & Consciousness (Waking Up + Henry Shukman)

• Explore Physiotherapy Education

• Continued Certification with FRC (Kinstretch, FRS)

• Read 5 books

SELF-CARE

• Morning Routine: Bed Mobility > Coffee Ritual > Journaling

• Sleeping - 8 hours, bedtime 10:30pm, wake up 6:30am

• Exercise (weekly) - 3x Cardio, 3x Strength, 1x Pilates, 1x Sport

• Evening Routine: Tea Ritual > 20 min Meditation > Read 10 pages of Book

• Treatment - Receive 1x bodywork bi-weekly

LIFESTYLE

• Bring balance to the Julian Monk Machine (Ultra runner + Coach + Consultant) for Peak Performance Extension Hypothesis

• Quickly release those who don’t reciprocate, give more attention to those who do

• Weekly Quality Time: Nephew, Parents, Brother, new person, old friend

• Minimize low vibrational activities (1x per week)

• Maintain creative outlet hobbies (stained glass, poetry, piano)

• Put yourself out there and create space for a new long term relationship

CREDENTIALS

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Photography by Jeremy Benning