About Darlene
2024: Offering virtual training within the United States.
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Looking for an empathetic, optimistic coach who is passionate about training, wellness, and plant-based nutrition? Look no further than me.
WHO I WORK WITH: I'm dedicated to empowering women from various walks of life, including business professionals, career-driven individuals, and busy moms seeking effective stress reduction techniques. My holistic approach is tailored for those who aspire to deepen their mind-body connection while incorporating a nourishing whole foods plant-based diet. Whether you're a recreational runner, a professional woman navigating a demanding career, or someone interested in embracing a plant-based lifestyle, I'm here to support your journey. My expertise extends to working with individuals at different fitness levels, from beginners taking their initial steps in the gym to seasoned athletes of any age.
SPECIALTIES: Women's fitness, holistic health, plant-based nutrition, vegetarian/vegan diets, resistance training, kettlebells, muscle gain, flexiblity, and running performance for recreational runners.
PHILOSOPHY: I am a firm believer in a holistic approach to fitness which involves listening to your body and creating a sustainable movement practice that aligns with your lifestyle. This approach is essential in transforming your body and improving your overall well-being. Our bodies have different needs on a daily basis and I factor this into our training sessions. While I try to ensure no two training session are 100% identical to keep things interesting, we will consistently work on fundamental movement patterns using a wide range of modalities such as bodyweight exercises, dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, TRX, and more. This versatility ensures continuous progress and strength development, regardless of the available tools. My ultimate goal is to empower my clients to embrace fitness as a lifestyle.
ABOUT ME: I am a Certified Personal Trainer with more than a decade of coaching experience. Beyond my professional expertise, I passionately embrace a vegan lifestyle, which I have been practicing since 2010. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of helping numerous clients in enhancing their health and fitness through personalized one-on-one training sessions. In my own fitness journey, I enjoy strength training, practicing yoga, Pilates, running, walking, and hiking.
If you're committed to self-improvement, developing sustainable healthy habits, improving your nutrition, and getting stronger, then we might be an excellent fit! Reach out to me if you have any questions.
My favorite client story
I have several! Helping one client achieve her first chin-up; Helping another client achieve a sustainable 25lb weight loss over several months by training 3 days a week and making dietary changes; Inspiring another client to transition to a plant-based diet!
My favorite exercise
Believe or not, my favorite exercise is walking! I also enjoy sprinting, boxing, and strength movements such as kettlebell swings, Turkish get-ups, barbell squats, barbell deadlifts, bench press, and pull-ups. While I do incorporate these movements into my training, I am currently finding pleasure in flexibility training.
My training philosophy
I am a firm believer in a holistic approach to fitness which involves listening to your body and creating a sustainable movement practice that aligns with your lifestyle. This approach is essential in transforming your body and improving your overall well-being. Our bodies have different needs on a daily basis and I factor this into our training sessions. While I try to ensure no two training session are 100% identical to keep things interesting, we will consistently work on fundamental movement patterns using a wide range of modalities such as bodyweight exercises, dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, TRX, and more.This versatility ensures continuous progress and strength development, regardless of the available tools. My ultimate goal is to empower my clients to embrace fitness as a lifestyle.
My training experience
I have over a decade of coaching experience working with a diverse clientele. If you have any questions, please send me a message so we can set up an introductory call.
Areas of Expertise
- Nutrition
- Strength Training
- Kettlebells
- Muscle Gain
- Flexibility and Mobility
- Wellness
- Stress Reduction
NCCA Accredited Certifications
Additional Certifications
Kettlebell Concepts Level 1, ACE Prenatal/Postnatal, CPR/AED, eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certification, Level 2 USATF Coach: Jumps, Sprints, Hurdles, Relays, USATF Coach
Education
BS in Business Administration
Who I Especially Like Working With
Beginners, Middle-aged, Overweight/ Obese, Peri/Post-menopausal, Pre/post-natal, Runners, Women
Additional Languages Spoken
Spanish
I feel like my knowledge is upgraded every time I talk to you and you introduce me to new books and documentaries. You've changed my perspective on nutrition and now it's a definitive yes that I'll follow a plant-based diet. It's a gift you have given me that is priceless. And it's a gift that makes me want to share it with the world! A true thank you to you! One of the best gifts God's every sent my way!
I trained with Darlene for about a year... She has changed my life immensely! She works hard on her own body and takes care of herself. She is extremely supportive and won't let you do any less than your very best! I've become an official gym rat and love every second it! She will motivate you with out scaring you! She lets you have fun but makes sure you're focused so as to remain safe and prevent injury.
My few months with Darlene were truly transformative. When Darlene approached me, we hit it off, she taught me that fitness starts with a good soul, self love, and seeking joy. I learned how to work on my heart and my glutes :) I can honestly say I stopped the daily negative self-talk and learned to love myself. And now I LOVE lifting! Training with Darlene gave me a new incredible friend, mentor, and bicep bump. She always went above and beyond in her role. As I began to really get to know her, I admired her ability to just kick ass and love herself. Darlene is so passionate about what she does. She's real, funny, and has zero b.s. tolerance. The perfect trainer equation. When you work with Darlene you get daily Darlene therapy. Worth every dollar and embarrassing buttsweat mark.
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