Nancy's Story
I got into strength training because I wanted to get rid of my cellulite. Yep. That's right. My primary concern was changing appearance. I thought maybe if I just got rid of my cellulite, I'd stop saying nasty things to myself in the mirror. I even went so far as to transform my body for bikini competitions. I lost 22 lbs and with my boob length platinum blond hair I even looked like a shredded Barbie doll. But even after all those changes, I didn't feel much better.
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So I began to focuso n strength and competed in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting. And over time, I began to feel better. I thought less about what my body looked like and more about what it could do. Turns out it can do a hell of a lot. Now I want to bring you on this journey with me.
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Qualifications
My approach is informed by research, mentor-ship, and my own experience.
I have had the good fortune to be coached for a full year by life coach Kara Loewentheil, and am able to use much of what she's taught me to help my clients move past blocks around exercise.
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To ensure that you can train without pain, I've studied biomechanics, neuroscience, and physiology through extensive course work with the Postural Restoration Institute. I also regularly learn from Dr. Pat Davidson, who teaches and works at my home base, Hype Gym Union Square.
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To ensure you are able to get super strong, I've worked as an intern and coach under Jesse Irizarry at JDI Barbell and I currently train as an athlete with Vasily Polovnikov.