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Jonathan Tustain

Digital Content Producer

Jonathan is a Digital Content Producer at Les Mills International, where he develops and delivers content for Instructors across the Les Mills website and app. His role focuses on creating useful, engaging content that supports Instructors and strengthens their connection to the Les Mills community. 

With a background spanning media, fitness and digital content, Jonathan has written for publications including Gym Owner Monthly and How It Works, and has developed and delivered industry events including The Future of Fitness. He has also spoken at major international events and organisations including MIPCOM, MIPTV, GSMA, Hubei TV and NYU Abu Dhabi. 

Jonathan brings together editorial, creative and strategic experience to explore new ways of communicating with fitness professionals and creating content that is relevant, engaging and useful to Instructors around the world. 

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Articles by Jonathan

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors Part 3
Jonathan Tustain
Community
August 10, 2026

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors Part 3

Why do a flower farmer, clinical scientist and fire safety officer become Les Mills Instructors? Discover what motivates busy professionals to make time for teaching.

When is the best time to exercise? Morning vs evening workouts explained
Jonathan Tustain
Fitness
August 5, 2026

When is the best time to exercise? Morning vs evening workouts explained

Discover whether the time of day that you exercise influences the effectiveness of physical activity, and how you can time workouts to maximize benefits.

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors Part 2
Jonathan Tustain
Community
July 17, 2026

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors Part 2

A storm-chasing pilot, a corporate negotiator, a wildlife conservationist – see how these Les Mills Instructors use studio skills to crush their day jobs.

Interview With Bas Hollander
Jonathan Tustain
Behind-the-scenes
June 7, 2026

Interview With Bas Hollander

From bike seat to Director’s chair – RPM™ Presenter turned Masterclass Director Bas Hollander shares his journey

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors
Jonathan Tustain
Community
June 7, 2026

The Real Lives of Les Mills Instructors

From puppeteers to scientists – the surprising careers of Les Mills Instructors

Erin Maw Evolved
Jonathan Tustain
Inzichten voor instructeurs
May 15, 2026

Erin Maw Evolved

In this candid interview, Erin Maw reflects on confidence, authenticity, and why “Stage Erin” no longer defines her

Introducing CEREMONY HYROX and CEREMONY HYROX MAX
Jonathan Tustain
Inzichten voor instructeurs
May 14, 2026

Introducing CEREMONY HYROX and CEREMONY HYROX MAX

HYROX and Les Mills partnership launches with two new race-inspired programs

The Surprising Impact of LES MILLS THRIVE™
Jonathan Tustain
Inzichten voor instructeurs
May 14, 2026

The Surprising Impact of LES MILLS THRIVE™

Instructors share what LES MILLS THRIVE is like to teach, and how members have responded

Understanding the strength continuum
Jonathan Tustain
Fitnesstrends
April 20, 2026

Understanding the strength continuum

From heavy lifting to resisted cardio, we break down how five Les Mills strength programs differ, and what each one delivers for operators, Instructors, and members.

What’s the Best Way to Test Your Strength?
Jonathan Tustain
Inzichten voor instructeurs
April 16, 2026

What’s the Best Way to Test Your Strength?

How do you know if your training – and your coaching – is actually moving the needle? Dr. Jinger Gottschall reveals simple ways to measure your gains.

Teach High-Intensity? We Have Good News
Jonathan Tustain
Nieuwste onderzoek
March 13, 2026

Teach High-Intensity? We Have Good News

New research suggests training twice as hard may deliver four times the benefit.

Understanding The Strength Continuum
Jonathan Tustain
Ontwikkeling van instructeurs
March 13, 2026

Understanding The Strength Continuum

From heavy weightlifting to resisted cardio, we explore the unique qualities and coaching styles of five Les Mills strength-themed programs.

Kylie and Dan Reveal Their Shoulder Tap Moments
Jonathan Tustain
Community
March 11, 2026

Kylie and Dan Reveal Their Shoulder Tap Moments

Kylie Gates and Dan Cohen reflect on the moments and people who kickstarted their Instructor journey – and how you can do the same for someone else.

The Instructors Who Made Us
Jonathan Tustain
Community
March 11, 2026

The Instructors Who Made Us

A shoulder tap, a mentor, an invitation – the moments and people Les Mills Presenters will never forget.

Let’s Talk About The Music
Jonathan Tustain
Inzichten voor instructeurs
February 11, 2026

Let’s Talk About The Music

Watch Gandalf and Marlon explain how music is chosen in a world where “songs everyone knows” are increasingly rare.