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I have been active all of my life.  I started playing basketball at age of 13 which is pretty late when trying to play professionally. I was blessed with coaches that saw my potential and will to work hard and trust myself. I love instilling confidence in people that may not have had any before I worked with th  All of my adult life I have had a desire to help people of all ages and circumstances.  Before perusing a personal training career I worked with young adults in a foster agency.  You can say helping people is in my blood. My mission in life is to give people the tools to live a life full of abundance and happiness through helping them get physically stronger and move better.  When people improve physical fitness they become better people overall.  They become better parents, more productive at whatever they do for a living and maintain happier and more sustainable relationships.  I am always look for new ways to improve myself to that I can serve others better.        

NASM CPT 

I'm not your normal fitness girl. I wasn't athletic and I didn't enjoy exercise as a kid. In fact I grew up extremely overweight and unhealthy. It wasn't until I decided something needed to change that I truly discovered my love for fitness! I started running (for fun!) and fell in love with the feeling of accomplishment when I ran a new distance. I started lifting to help my running and never expected to fall in love AGAIN, but this time with the weight room. My own health and fitness journey inspired me to help others learn how amazing it is to feel strong and to feel proud of your body! 

NASM Certified CPT, CNC

RRCA Certified Running Coach

 I've never been the picture-perfect example of fitness, but that is part of what drove me to start this journey! I've always believed that feeling healthy and strong is far more important than looking like any specific type or fitting a particular mold.
I started attending group classes at the nearest gym and went to Anthony for personal training to help keep me accountable. Overtime, he saw how much I enjoyed the progress we were making, but also how much I enjoyed the classes. He suggested that I start teaching them- I though he was crazy! Eventually his confidence in me helped push me to try and I got my certification. I loved it! After some time I decided to go even further and became a CPT so that I could work with people individually.
It's such a rewarding experience to work with people to reach their goals and help take care of themselves. I always look forward to seeing the progress that everybody can achieve without even realizing it!
NASM CPTQualified TRX InstructorSenior Fitness Specialist

 

 I began my fitness journey several years ago. I thought the way to be "healthy" was to starve myself and do hours of cardio every week, like all the magazines said. It left me feeling very restricted, dreading the gym, and worn down. It felt wrong to me, so I began doing my own research into health and fitness. By doing so, I realized that starvation and endless cardio weren't the answer- nourishing your body, incorporating strength training, and keeping workouts fun were the way to go!
Now, as a Personal Trainer, I don't see fitness as a chore but as a lifestyle. I love sharing healthy recipes, strength training (especially lower body!), and helping clients find a balance by both looking forward to their workouts and seeing results!
As a Registered Nurse, I am always updating myself on science- and evidence-based research in regards to health and fitness and incorporating it into training. I also have an advanced knowledge and understanding of the aging population and those with medical issues. I love being able to work in both areas of health and bridge these two passions together.
Whether you want to gain muscle, lose fat, target a particular muscle group, or gain confidence, I'd be happy to tailor a plan for you as an individual.
When I'm not in the gym, I like to keep an active lifestyle by hiking, kayaking, and participating in races (anything from 5Ks to Obstacle Races to Half Marathons).
NASM Certified Personal TrainerBSN-Registered NurseCPR/BLS/AED Certified 

  My name is Shannon! Fitness and health has always been a priority of mine! I love strength training and HIIT workouts and enjoy training others in achieving their own goals. I specialize in all ages and abilities, including specials needs. My background in nursing, working on a pediatric rehab unit and adult rehab unit I have a great understanding of physical debilities with both populations and can incorporate both health and fitness into one.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer Certified Nursing Assistant 

My fitness journey began as a lanky, gangly teenager unhappy with what I saw in the mirror. I dreaded social gatherings or even having my picture taken. I did everything I could to hide my skinny frame wearing sweat shirts and oversized t-shirts to avoid comments and ridicule. Determined to make a change I would obsessively search up workouts for any muscle group I could think of. This search lead me to the YouTube fitness community. The influence of YouTube and the many fitness personalities of the platform inspired me to start my own fitness journey and transformation. I became enamored with lifting weights and within the first few months I knew fitness would be my life's work. 

After years of training and exposure to the fitness industry, I became a personal trainer to share my passion and knowledge of fitness with others. The gym changed my life. Now I want to help others experience the same benefits through fitness. I believe that fitness is for everyone, regardless of age or experience. There is never a bad time to start. I work with others to build a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle and I love what I do.  

- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer

- ISSA Certified Powerlifting coach

- Studied Health Promotion and Wellness at Farmingdale St