Professional Summary
Dynamic and passionate fitness professional with over 7 years of experience in personal training and coaching. Founder of a successful personal training business focused on client-centered goals, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and fitness levels to achieve measurable results. Certified in personal training, with a commitment to promoting health, wellness, and human connection through innovative and approachable fitness strategies.
Professional Experience
Founder & Personal Trainer
Approachable Fitness
Urbana-Champaign, IL | February 2019 – Present
- Founded and managed a personal training business centered on client goals, supporting diverse backgrounds and fitness levels to achieve measurable results.
- Provided customized fitness coaching, emphasizing "big" or "small" goals, and helped clients of many different backgrounds and fitness levels succeed.
Education & Awards
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry
Greenville College
2013 – 2015
- Activities and Societies: Joy Hall Letterman (2014) – Recognized for athletic participation and achievement.
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
National Academy of Sports Medicine | Issued 2023 – Expires 2025 | Credential ID: 1231004843
CPR & AED
American Safety Training Institute
Skills
- Personal Training
- Fitness Coaching
- Client Goal Setting and Achievement
- Human Connection and Motivation
- "Outside-of-the-Box" Thinking in Fitness
Obstacle Course Races
Spartan Races
Beast completed 2020, Sprint completed in 2025
Savage Races
1-2 each year since 2019. Completed the Syndicate medal for 2024.
Jiu Jitsu
4-stripe blue belt under Jack McVicker, multiple competition medals for white and blue belt, gi and no gi.