Erin Leider-Pariser is a trailblazer in the realm of wellness and adventure travel. Beginning her career as a fitness instructor in Los Angeles and later becoming a trainer to the stars in New York City, Erin's journey has been defined by a passion for adventure and a commitment to empowering women.
After earning a master’s degree in exercise physiology at Columbia University, Erin founded Sports Travel Adventure Therapy (STAT), leading women on transformative journeys around the world for over 30 years. In 2023, she authored "Get Lost," a memoir and manifesto articulating her Seven Principles for Trekking Life with Grace.
Growing up in Miami as the "tomboy" of the family, Erin's adventurous spirit led her to explore the world, spending time abroad in London and hitchhiking 45 years ago. Her experiences have shaped her belief in the transformative power of nature and the importance of embracing life's journey.
Join us as we delve into Erin's remarkable story, reflect on her insights shared in "Get Lost," and discover why it's not where you are, but where you've been that truly matters.
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Show notes
Who is Erin
Being based in NYC and Aspen, Colorado
Writing her book: Get Lost: Seven Principles for Trekking Life with Grace and Other Life Lessons from Kick-Ass Women’s Adventure Travel.
Travelling and adventuring for over 30 years
Growing up in Miami and being very active
Being the 3rd girl in the family and growing up as the ‘tomboy’
Playing all the sports
Spending time in London and doing a semester abroad
Hitching 45 years ago
STATs - Sports Travel Adventure Therapy
Making her way to NYC and working as a personal trainer
Teaching fitness - the Jane Fonda Method
Going back to get her Masters
Getting married and having kids
Being forced to reevaluate her career and needing to make some changes
Looking for purpose in her own life
Why it’s about the journey and not the destination
The talking stick ceremony
The transformation power of nature
The power of vulnerability
Dealing with a challenging moment and group dynamics
Honouring and obeying your intuition
Getting lost and feeling lost in her own life
Walking with integrity
No judgement
Asking for grace
Starting her morning with a mantra
Love, honour and obey your intuition
How the book came about
Breaking her leg January 2020
The power of embracing your community
Getting travelling again after covid
Planning a hiking trip/trek to Nepal
Travel burnout ?
Getting the balance right with travelling
Travelling in Colombia and dealing with a flash flood while on the Lost City Trail
Planning a future trip to Azores in November (the Hawaii of Europe)
The Overland Track in Tasmania
Dual Pilgrim Status. Hiking in Japan and Spain
How to connect with Erin
Advice from Erin for women who want to do more adventure travel
Why it’s not where you are, buy where you’ve been
Social Media
Website: stattrip.com
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