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Kim Fitzgerald, Certified Personal Trainer Kim has been heavily involved with fitness and exercise practically her whole life - starting at a young age with track and field to playing volleyball at a university level. She lived and played in Banff, Canada for many years and was an avid downhill skier, mountain biker, rock climber and hiker. In 2000 she trekked to Everest Base Camp and spent a month rock climbing in Southern Thailand. She started her education in fitness in 1997 and was AFLCA (Alberta Fitness and Leadership Certification Assoc) certified, and then became AFAA (aerobics and fitness association of America ) certified. She has taught spinning classes at one of LA’s premier spinning clubs and led "baby boot" camp classes designed for pre and post natal mothers. Kim personally designs her programs with each individual client in mind. She also works one-on-one with a long list of loyal clients. She is extremely motivating and will push you to your limit so you can obtain optimal results and truly enjoy the experience. Kim thrives on seeing her clients reach their goals and feels very fortunate to love what she does.

Nichole Mellison, Certified Personal Trainer Born in rainy Seattle Washington, and living there until she was 15, Nichole started to embark upon her passion for sports and fitness. She played year round sports, such as basketball, soccer, and volleyball. She moved to Boise Idaho in 1998 to attend college at Boise State University, where she majored in Psychology, and minored in Sociology. Along with studying, Nichole played Division One soccer for Boise State. She also studied health and nutrition, where she found her true passion! In 2004, Nichole moved to Venice, California to experience the "beach life" and to continue her personal training career. Upon completion of the the program through Future Fit N.C.C.P.T; she has been building her private client base and training at the About Fitness gym. Nichole's other hobbies, besides working out, include surfing, snowboarding, and rock-climbing.

Annie Weirich, Certified Personal Trainer Annie Weirich is a certified personal trainer with over 4 years of experience. She has helped numerous clients in Los Angeles reach their weight loss goals and achieve their fitness goals. She listens to your needs and will design a safe program that is constantly progressing to create the greatest amount of change in strength, flexibility, coordination, and performance. Annie is certified in personal training through AFAA, certified in mat pilates through Power Pilates, and is currently studying the complete classical Pilates system as well. Her training style focuses on correct postural alignment, incorporating a mix of pilates and functional training to keep your body healthy and injury free.

Shannon Power, Certified Personal Trainer Shannon Power has been devoted to fitness and personal well-being her entire life. Shannon began ballet classes as soon as she could walk and continued throughout her life till she was able to dance professionally for several years in hip hop. Shannon started playing soccer at age 5, was able to play at the university level, and still does today. She has trained for and completed marathons, half marathons, and numerous other 10k and 5k races. Shannon’s natural draw to personal training stems from her own passion for personal fitness. Shannon has taught kick-boxing. She also has specialty training and experience with pre- and post-natal clients. Shannon is a certified Personal Fitness Trainer through AFAA and privately trains individuals of all fitness and experience levels through specially tailored programs to meet each individual’s fitness goals. Shannon believes that personal fitness is a huge part of each individuals overall well being, and should be an enjoyable part of each individuals lifestyle. Seeing the progress and changes in her client’s lives is why she truly loves what she does.