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.