CoupleyFit Wants To Change the Way Couples Approach Fitness & Wellness

Founded by husband-and-wife team De Anna and Kurt Mangum, CoupleyFit is at the forefront of a growing wellness movement

Many couples struggle to prioritize their health and well-being, often finding it too difficult to establish and maintain a regular exercise routine. However, research suggests that couples who exercise together may be more successful.

A recent study published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships found that on days when participants exercised with their partner, they experienced higher positive affect during exercise, higher daily positive affect and greater relationship satisfaction compared to days when they exercised alone.

These findings underscore the importance of couples prioritizing their health and fitness. As more and more partners seek comprehensive wellness solutions, the demand for programs like CoupleyFit is likely to increase.

Founded by husband-and-wife team De Anna and Kurt Mangum, CoupleyFit is at the forefront of the couples-focused wellness movement, offering a “whole person” approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Overcoming Personal Health Challenges

CoupleyFit president De Anna, a certified nutrition and wellness consultant and transformational specialist, and Kurt, who is the director of strategic and business partnerships at the International Sports Sciences Association ( ISSA ), have combined their expertise and personal experiences to develop a winning formula.

The Mangums understand the unique challenges their clients face because they’ve had to overcome their own. Although De Anna grew up in a household with two former collegiate athletes and health and wellness were ingrained in her family’s framework, she says her journey took an unexpected turn in her sophomore year at college when she was thrown a “curveball” – a sensitivity to gluten.

“Suddenly, the foods I once loved were now off-limits,” she says. “Determined not to let this setback hold me back, I delved into nutrition and wellness .”

Meanwhile, Kurt faced his own health struggles from growing up in the Midwest, battling with being overweight due to eating habits and the “clean your plate” mentality. Through dedication and perseverance, he transformed himself into an All-American linebacker recruited by the University of Washington Huskies.

“Working out together, preparing nutritious meals and prioritizing rest and hydration, we realized the impact we could have on others,” says De Anna Mangum. “Employees at our workplaces began to take notice and started approaching us for guidance on weight loss and wellness. Thus, CoupleyFit was born.”

The S.W.A.N. Approach

In a world filled with fad diets and extreme workouts, the Mangums believe in making healthy living simple and achievable for married couples — one step at a time, striving to get just 1% better daily. They developed a system to help clients stay on track.

They trademarked the S.W.A.N. approach (sleep, water, activity and nutrition), which is designed to make healthy living simple and achievable for married couples. By focusing on quality sleep, proper hydration, joyful movement and nutritious food choices, the Mangums have witnessed incredible transformations in their clients.

One impactful testimonial comes from a couple who shed over 70 pounds together, with one spouse lowering their A1C and improving their diabetes diagnosis, while the other experienced significant improvement in their battle with depression.

“They started small by taking walks to the mailbox, choosing water over sugary drinks, and making healthier choices when eating out,” Mangum recounts. “As they began to see progress, their confidence grew, spurring them to make even more positive changes. They invested in a personal trainer, cooked nutritious meals at home as a family, took unapologetic rest days when needed, and even committed to a water delivery service to ensure they stayed hydrated.”

While the clients’ journey was not without challenges, Mangum highlights how their unwavering dedication to each other and their health saw them through.

“They learned to listen to their bodies, prioritize self-care, and celebrate every small victory along the way,” she says.

Beyond the Physical

As the Mangums continued working with clients, they realized the importance of wellness integration.

“When our clients found themselves facing weight gain, depression and returning to old, unhealthy habits, the lack of harmony between their mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health had taken its toll, leaving them feeling lost and overwhelmed,” Mangum shares.

She says this led to a “glimmer of insight;” the realization that a fragmented approach to wellness was not enough, and a new direction was needed — one that embraced the whole person.

The pair embarked on a journey to uncover the root causes of their clients’ struggles. Through a process of introspection and self-discovery, they began to untangle the web of negative patterns and beliefs holding their clients back, laying the foundation for a new, healthier way of being.

“Our clients began to see profound changes within themselves,” Mangum says. “As they let go of old, destructive habits and embraced new, healthier ways of living, they discovered a newfound sense of empowerment and resilience.”

Promoting ‘Generational Health ‘

To support “generational health” — the concept that family history, not just genetics, affects health, and can also affect future generations — CoupleyFit emphasizes the importance of parents leading by example.

“In business, we often hear, “Change starts from the top down.” The same can be said for promoting generational health,” Mangum says. “When parents take the initiative to make healthy changes in their lives, they set a powerful example for their children to follow.”

Mangum says she and Kurt have seen firsthand how parents can impact their children’s health.

“By clearly communicating their goals, getting their children involved, and investing in self-improvement, parents can create a ripple effect of positive change that benefits the whole family,” she says.

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