We recently had the chance to connect with Randi Day and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Randi, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
One moment that really stuck with me was a conversation I had with my teammate, Hina. We were talking about how the work we do, how we show up, lead, and pour into people creates a ripple effect of positivity and change. It reminded me that we’re not just leading classes; we’re helping change lives.
At the time, I was feeling heavy and a little lost. But in that moment, I felt so grounded in purpose. It was one of those quiet, powerful reminders that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be. And that what we do matters, more than we sometimes realize.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Randi Day, and I’m the Studio Leader at LifeTime Athletic’s Greenstreet location in downtown Houston. I oversee all of our programming for classes and also teach. My approach to leadership is rooted in stewardship. I believe leading is about serving well, guiding with intention, and helping others grow into who they’re meant to be.
What makes our village so special is our focus on whole-person wellness. We’re not just building strength; we’re building community and confidence. I care deeply about my team and their evolution, and I’m passionate about creating an environment where both members and coaches feel empowered and inspired.
Outside of work, I’m a wife, a mom of three, and someone who leads from a place of faith, purpose, and heart.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
First and always, my relationship with God is the foundation of how I see myself. He reminds me daily that I’m here to love others the way He loves us…with compassion, patience, and purpose.
But the human relationship that’s most opened my eyes is the one I have with my daughter, Violet. She’s 4 years old, nonverbal, and has severe autism—and she’s shown me a side of myself I didn’t know existed. Her presence has expanded my heart, deepened my empathy, and reshaped the way I connect with others.
Because of Violet, my stewardship and teaching are more tender, more present, and more intentional. I lead from a place that honors each person’s story, knowing that strength looks different for everyone. She’s a gift…not just to me, but to everyone.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me surrender. It showed me how little control I truly have, and how much peace there is in placing everything in God’s hands. Success can feel loud and public, but suffering is quiet and deeply personal.
When my daughter Violet was diagnosed with autism and I realized she might never speak, I grieved the future I had imagined for her. That season broke me in ways I didn’t expect, but it also opened up something sacred. I learned how to see people beyond words, how to love more gently, and how to hold space for others without needing to fix or explain.
Suffering taught me how to lead with a deeper compassion. It gave me the kind of strength that doesn’t need to prove anything…just to be present, faithful, and loving.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
One of the biggest lies is that results are the most important thing. That if you just push harder, go longer, or get leaner, you’ve won. But real health isn’t always visible. Fitness isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about longevity, peace, and honoring your body, not punishing it.
Another lie is that we have to perform instead of connect. So many coaches believe their worth is tied to being the most intense, the most perfect, or the most followed. But people don’t come to class for perfection, they come to feel safe, seen, and inspired. Our job is stewardship, not spotlight.
As a coach and teacher, I do my best to lead with integrity…to show up as I am, to be consistent, and to be honest. I believe in building authentic connection with our community, not just delivering a good class. People don’t just remember what you taught, they remember how you made them feel.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I’m doing what I was born to do. But for a long time, I was doing what I needed to do to feel safe and survive. It was about protection, stability, and just getting through.
But over time, I needed something that felt more like home. Teaching, leading, and pouring into others through movement, presence, and purpose is where I come alive.
I’ve walked through a lot, single motherhood, healing from heartbreak, parenting a child with unique needs, and learning to lead with grace instead of fear. Those experiences stripped away who I thought I had to be and revealed who I truly am.
I wasn’t told to do this. I was created for it. And every time I show up with integrity and heart, I know I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.
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- Instagram: @randithemuggle
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