Still smiling at the 20-mile mark! New York City Marathon, November 3, 2013.

Well, Hello!

Laurie Jennings is the executive editor and health director at Chatelaine, Canada’s #1 magazine and most-loved media brand for women. For over 15 years, Laurie has combined a passion for creating compelling content with an equally strong passion for health, fitness, nutrition, travel, personal finance and total wellbeing.

Laurie thrives on helping others lead happier, healthier, more fulfilling lives. Whether in print, digital, TV or radio, she works to empower people with tips and tricks that allow them to make smarter lifestyle choices. Her skill lies in her ability to make healthy living fun, easy and doable.

Laurie’s boundless energy and contagious laugh make her a sought-after morning show guest and speaker. She’s appeared on TV and radio programs across the country including BT Toronto, BT Calgary and BT Vancouver, and is a regular guest expert on the popular and award-winning Cityline. She’s also hosted events with the Mayo Clinic and speaks regularly on strategies for healthy living.

Laurie is a key driver behind Chatelaine’s special projects, including Lose, 5, 10, 20; Whole Beauty: The Ultimate Guide to Looking & Feeling Your Best; The Savvy Women’s Money Guide; Home Decor 101 and Colour 101; the eBooks Do Diet and How to be Happy, and numerous others.

Laurie began her career at Glow, Canada’s magazine authority on beauty and health. She has also contributed to leading publications such as Wish, Gardening Life, Canadian House & Home and Canadian Family. On top of her love for adventure (she recently paddled Class 4 rapids on B.C.’s Elaho River and completed the New York City Marathon), she keeps active with yoga, spinning and running, and has never turned down a good bootcamp.