I remember being in high school and someone pointing to my stomach and saying, "what's that", in reference to my gut. From that point on I obsessed over working out and over training my body in order to fit some unrealistic mold that would make me appealing to others, you know, as young women across the world do. Looking back on this point in my life, I wish the experienced trainer that I am now could have stopped that young girl from running 3 miles and lifting weights for 2-3 hours a day. 

My training approach/style is based in inclusive fitness. Inclusive fitness is a concept within the fitness and wellness community that, sadly, is relatively new and focuses on ensuring that all individuals have access and feel comfortable with the idea of training. The fitness and wellness industry have fed off of the mental and emotional abuse of attacking people for their weight, their gender identity and sexual identity for long enough. With the past, and frankly still present, manipulative and toxic body shaming techniques of mainstream media outreach of gyms and trainers, there are plenty of people who still feel shamed and wronged by the fitness community. For good reason. 

For all of my clients I think about the best ways to ensure accessibility, approachability and transparency, and decrease barriers to fitness, and find enjoyment from movement. 

My list of certifications looks like a bunch of scrambled letters, so I want to break each one down so that you know what all of them mean. 

First, I am a certified personal trainer through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and also hold a corrective exercise specialty through NASM as well. What that means is that if you have back pain or knee pain, I can more than likely help ease those pains through stretching methods such as myofascial release, stretching, and recovery movements. 

If you are a mother to be, I am a certified pre and post-natal specialist through Fit for Birth. With this knowledge I teach a method called the belly pump that helps you learn proper breathing that can help you connect to your abdomen, pelvic floor, and transverse. This can limit the chances of experiencing Diastasis Recti, which is a tear in the abdomen wall.  

I mentioned that my methods come from the focus of inclusive fitness, which comes from a certification I hold from the Body Positive Fitness Alliance. I also hold a cycling certification through Schwinn Cycling and a group fitness certification through AFAA, which is the Athletics and Fitness Association of America. 

Education in this field is very important to me as it helps make sure everyone is practicing safe and useful movements that will empower and mentally strengthen your outlook on your fitness and wellness. 

My rate is based off of my qualifications and knowledge but I do recognize socioeconomics plays a major role the accessibility to fitness and am willing to work with clients on a case to case basis. Please reach out to me if you are interested in working with me! 

The fitness industry does not have the best history as it is based in very Eurocentric ideals of beauty and punishes bodies for looking any different from the ideal image that society has placed upon us. I hope to be a part of the change of the fitness industry and to help each person I work with find meaningful and helpful connections with their mind and body. Please reach out to me if you have any questions, comments, and/or concerns. I strive to make my work as accessible and decolonized as possible.  

Here is some recent feedback from clients that have worked with me over time. 

“Gina is a great trainer! She mixes up my workouts so they don’t get stale, they’re always challenging and interesting. I’m a runner, and she consistently tailors my workouts depending on my goals; in fact she has helped me get in shape for three marathons and multiple half-marathons. Gina will alternate between really challenging me or exhorting me, depending on whatever kind of push I need. 😀 She is a smart, flexible thinker who will definitely help you achieve your fitness goals, and is easily the best trainer I have ever worked with.”

"Gina is always incredibly mindful of injuries and ways to better improve form! I can lift heavier and feel better afterwards because of her warmups and targeted stretching afterwards."

"Gina is the best. I love her emphasis on form/safety. Her classes always feel super inclusive and non-intimidating- which is remarkable considering I take IRON with her and it's all about lifting heavy!"

"Gina is a fantastic instructor and always makes me feel supported and motivated in class. Plus she's super funny!"

"Gina is the best at helping me with my form and making class non-intimidating and fun. I look forward to training with her every time I sign up for her sessions!"

"Gina was awesome! She really took the time to critique my form of deadlifts to make sure I wasn't hurting my back and I could definitely tell a difference. I'll be back to this class!"

"I met with Gina before class to discuss some joint problems I have and she was great. She helped me modify exercise as needed, checked on several times during class and was very friendly. Her class was run with a positive energy and was a well put together work out."

"Gina is one of the most form-focused trainers at Rebel- I learn something new every time I work with her. I also love that she has taken the initiative to do an LGBTQ+ class. It makes me feel accepted and valued by my Rebel fam and it means a lot."

"Gina's a gem. I feel empowered to try new movement in her classes and confident that she'll make sure my form is on point."