Leslie

 

Fitness & Health Philosophy:

I believe that all bodies are good bodies, exercise shouldn't be torture, and that our bodies are meant to move! I love helping individuals find the style of movement that brings them joy. We are all individuals and our approach to exercise and working out shouldn't be cookie cutter. I also love debunking fitness & wellness myths, movement analysis/biomechanics, and assisting in the cultivation of healthy behaviors that don't feel restrictive. As someone who has had a lifelong struggle with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and chronic illness I understand that the gym setting can be filled with triggers. So my goal is create a safe place for you where triggers are minimized, we cultivate body neutrality, and diet-culture is removed.

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Education & Certifications:

• B.S in Exercise Science/Physical Education from East Tennessee State University
  ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Certified Exercise Physiologist
  200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training
  Levels 1 & 2 of the Yoga 4 Eating Disorders Mentorship Program
  Yoga 4 Trauma-Trauma Informed Yoga Certification
  Silver Sneakers Certified
  15 years Group Fitness Instruction
  5 years of Personal Training Instruction
  12 years of Dance Instruction/Professional Dance Experience

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Areas of Specialization:

• Older Adult Fitness

• Strength & Resistance Training

• Flexibility & Mobility Training

• Yoga, Group & Individual Training

• Sport Specific Conditioning (Dancers, Baseball, Golf, and Tennis).  

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