The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy - Podcast

Peter Twist Interview | Grief, Loss & Life Lessons from a Stage 4 Cancer Survivor & Fitness Leader

Tracy Markley Season 1 Episode 1

Welcome to the Health and Fitness Show with Tracy Podcast.

In life we all experience many challenges including the many dynamics of loss and grieving. We cannot escape it. In this episode Tracy interviews Peter Twist and he shares great insight, wisdom, and stories that can help you and your loved ones This powerful and emotional premiere interview brings together two leaders in fitness — both shaped by deep loss, resilience, and the desire to help others heal.
In this heartfelt episode of The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy, award-winning trainer and author Tracy L. Markley sits down with Peter Twist, world-renowned athletic coach, educator, and Stage 4 cancer survivor.

Peter, former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Vancouver Canucks, opens up about his life-changing cancer journey, the mindset that carried him through treatment, and the profound clarity that comes from facing mortality. Together, Tracy and Peter share personal stories of grief, including the passing of their beloved Husky dogs, and how those experiences deepened their compassion, empathy, and purpose.

This conversation shines a light on emotional recovery, the power of movement, and the way human connection can help us rebuild after devastating loss. It is a deeply inspiring dialogue for anyone navigating grief, healing, resilience, or life transitions.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:

  • How Peter Twist’s Stage 4 cancer experience transformed his life and outlook
  • Strategies for healing after grief, loss, and emotional hardship
  • How movement, mindset, and purpose support recovery and resilience
  • Insights from Peter’s decades of leadership in the global fitness industry
  • Why vulnerability, gratitude, and connection are key to rebuilding
  • How Tracy and Peter turned their pain into compassion and service

This conversation is heartfelt, raw, and uplifting — a reminder that even in the hardest moments, there is courage, meaning, and hope.

🌐 LEARN MORE FROM TRACY

Website: www.tracymarkley.com

Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley

Instagram: www.instagram.com/motivate_healthyfit


Peter Twist can be reached through www.instagram.com/coachpetertwist

His Champion Mental Well Being Course can be found at the link below
https://twistuniversity.inspire360.com/p/champion-mindset-mental-well-being

Tracy Markley can be reached through her website & Instagram
www.tracymarkley.com
www.instagram.com/motivate_healthyfit
www.instagram.com/the_health_and_fitness_show

Her books can be purchased at www.tracymarkley.com
and on  Amazon at
www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley 

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