Passion for racing and coaching is what Emily has brought to the table with OYM. Emily’s multiple credentials include:
- Degree in Exercise Science, Hope College
- Certified Personal Trainer
- USA Triathlon Coach
- USA Cycling Coach
- Group Fitness Crunch
- Gravity Training Systems Specialist
- Certified Arthritis Specialist
- Certified Parkinson’s Specialist
- Certified MS Specialist
- Pre/Post Natal Specialist
Emily has been training clients and coaching athletes for over 7 years. Her background in performance testing (lactate threshold and VO2 max) has provided her with the essential tools to advance her clientele to a level of excellence. She is driven by clients and athletes who are motivated to learn and committed to improving.
Emily’s passion for endurance sports has evolved from running to triathlons and now excels in the world of cycling. Emily took 6 first place finishes last season in cycling alone, including Illinois State Champion Road Race; completed 2 Iron distance races taking 3rd and 2nd place age group finishes; and completed multiple running races of varying distances. Emily is armed with expertise in coaching and training and knows what it takes to achieve optimal performance. Now her focus is on her clients/athletes and seeing them excel in their races and in life. “There is nothing more invigorating than watching your clients excel at what they do, and seeing them do it better than you!”
