Areas of Specialty: * Virtual Training * Weight Neutral, Non-diet Approach to Fitness  * Strength Training for Function, Health and Performance * Corrective Exercise to Restore Healthy Movement * Fitness Practices That Compliment Your Life, Not Compete With It <br>You can feel good, get stronger and eat in a way that helps you thrive without making fitness your life’s project. I can help you cultivate a movement practice that allows you to worry less about your workouts and focus more on the people and experiences you care about most. And if you would like to learn a relaxed, non-diet approach to nutrition, I’ve got you covered there as well. Bring your curious, open mind to our sessions and I’ll provide guidance, structure and support to help you reach your just right fitness and nutrition goals. <br>There was a time when “maintaining my body” was my main priority in life. Scarcely a moment went by when I wasn’t thinking about or planning my next meal or workout. This took so much of my time, energy and attention that I had little left (and what was left was low quality) to invest in the stuff that really mattered to me like my family, my work and my well being. So despite being a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I learned how to let go of and step away from the endless body project, stop dieting and overtraining, and let fitness and nutrition be something that supports my life, instead of something that defines it. Now I’m passionate about helping other people do the same thing. Health and fitness habits are empowering and important, but they shouldn’t be the boss of you. <br> MY VALUES: I believe all bodies are worthy of respect and care. As someone who lives in a thin, able-bodied, heterosexual, cisgender body, I understand that I benefit from unearned privileges and I prioritize the comfort of those who hold marginalized identities (based on race, sexual orientation, gender, abilities and body shape or size) over those who hold dominant identities. <br> Because weight stigma and diet culture are social justice issues that inform the work that I do, I do not work with clients seeking intentional weight loss. I take a weight-neutral, non-diet approach to fitness and support eating and exercising in ways that allow the body to feel and perform its best at any shape and size.

Trainer Certifications (1)

What to Expect

***All training and coaching sessions are conducted live online via Zoom during COVID-19*** One-on-one training with me over Zoom. Our initial session will focus on collecting information through a comprehensive assessment which includes learning about your health history, lifestyle and your level of physical fitness. Once I have this information, I will design a program of safe and effective exercises selected for your fitness level and goals. I will lead you through appropriate strength, cardiovascular, mobility, balance and/or agility exercises. Regular assessments and evaluations are conducted throughout your program.

Client Success Story

"I really appreciate the thorough movement screening Emiko did of my body upon our first meeting and the follow-up screening she did a few months later. Wow, what a difference! Sometimes it’s hard to see the progress you are making until you have something to compare it with. It’s such a good feeling to see all the hard work pay off! She has really helped me with my shoulder and knee issues. Even my doctor noticed my improvement and commented on it. <br>When I first came to her I could only do wall push-ups standing almost fully upright due to a lot of scar tissue surrounding my right shoulder. I am now able to do full plank push-ups at a 45 degree angle (to the floor) and I keep getting stronger. For the first time, I actually believe I will be able to do a full push-up on the ground! Emiko was always conscientious to adjust my workout routine to accommodate my injuries. I also used to suffer with low back pain, but Emiko used her 'booty training' knowledge to help me strengthen my butt muscles and the rest of my core and now my low back feels great! She is really good about knowing how much to push me and I’m always pleasantly surprised to learn that I am capable of doing more than I initially thought. It’s a real confidence booster!" <br> - Linda C.

Specialties

Locations

Packages