About

Strong by Shawn

StrongHER

Fitness App

StrongHER brings structure, clarity, and confidence to your wellness journey. Every program is designed to help you feel capable and supported as you build strength and create habits that last.

About

Strong by Shawn

StrongHER

Fitness App

StrongHER brings structure, clarity, and confidence to your wellness journey. Every program is designed to help you feel capable and supported as you build strength and create habits that last.

Are you ready to feel AMAZING in your body?

Are you ready to feel AMAZING in your body?

I’m Certified in Personal Training, Nutrition, and Health Coaching. My passion is to help other women look and feel their absolute best! With the right fitness and nutrition program, you can look and feel 20+ years younger. I know everyone’s needs are different, which is why my programs are customized to the individual.

We start wherever you’re at in the fitness journey, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro. With my extensive knowledge in plant- based nutrition and flexible dieting, I can help you achieve your goals without sacrificing the foods you love.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your fitness journey, click below to explore fitness plans and schedule a complimentary consultation!

Goals & Vison

Why am I SO passionate about this lifestyle?

I had many health struggles at a young age in a short amount of time. As a result I learned early to appreciate being healthy. I also have a small…no, BIG… fear of hospitals! I want to do everything I can to proactively take care of my health and remain independent.

I had a meltdown when I turned 30!! I remember feeling like I was getting old and life as I knew it was over. As ridiculous as that sounds now, that birthday may have flipped a switch in my mind. I didn’t ever want a birthday to suck like that again.

If you have a fear of going into a gym, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, but I promise it’s temporary, and I will show you how to be confident in any gym environment. I was 33 years old and terrified when I first joined a gym. I brought my daughter (who was 4 years old at the time) to the day care. I got a few introductory sessions with a trainer.

I can honestly say my body kept getting better with age as I built more muscle.

I started making friends at the gym and felt more confident in my abilities. Over the months and years I fell in love with how my body changed.

In my late 40’s I became interested in doing a bodybuilding bikini competition. Most people told me I couldn’t do it because I wouldn’t be able to build enough muscle.

All it takes is people to tell you what you CAN’T do to make you want it more! So I hired a coach and that started my bodybuilding career.

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Degrees & Awards

  • King’s Health and Fitness 2023 Best of Village of Lakewood, Personal Trainer
  • ISSA Elite Trainer 2022
  • Certified Online Trainer 2022
  • ISSA Fitness Nutrition 2022
  • ISSA Bodybuilding Specialist 2020
  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer 2016
  • Certified Bootybarre Instructor 2016
  • IIN Health Coach 2013
  • Aurora University, BA 1995

Competition Placements

  • NPC North Americans 2023, Masters Bikini 3rd Place
  • Indianapolis Championships 2023, Masters Bikini 1st Place, 2nd Novice, 3rd Open
  • Northern California Championships, Masters Bikini 2nd Place, 3rd Novice, 4th Open
  • NPC Teen Collegiate & Masters Nationals 2022, Masters Bikini 3rd place
  • NPC Universe 2022, Masters Bikini 3rd Place
  • NANBF 2019 Windy City Natural, Masters Bikini 2nd Place
  • OCB Dekalb Masters Bikini 2016-19 2nd, 3rd, 5th Place
  • DFAC Windy City Naturals 2016, Masters Bikini 1st place

Degrees & Awards

  • King’s Health and Fitness 2023 Best of Village of Lakewood, Personal Trainer
  • ISSA Elite Trainer 2022
  • Certified Online Trainer 2022
  • ISSA Fitness Nutrition 2022
  • ISSA Bodybuilding Specialist 2020
  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer 2016
  • Certified Bootybarre Instructor 2016
  • IIN Health Coach 2013
  • Aurora University, BA 1995

Competition Placements

  • NPC North Americans 2023, Masters Bikini 3rd Place
  • Indianapolis Championships 2023, Masters Bikini 1st Place, 2nd Novice, 3rd Open
  • Northern California Championships, Masters Bikini 2nd Place, 3rd Novice, 4th Open
  • NPC Teen Collegiate & Masters Nationals 2022, Masters Bikini 3rd place
  • NPC Universe 2022, Masters Bikini 3rd Place
  • NANBF 2019 Windy City Natural, Masters Bikini 2nd Place
  • OCB Dekalb Masters Bikini 2016-19 2nd, 3rd, 5th Place
  • DFAC Windy City Naturals 2016, Masters Bikini 1st place

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