After teaching middle school for 14 years, I decided to explore my passion of health and wellness on a deeper level. I have always been active in sports and fitness, however, following my second pregnancy, I continued to explore the fitness world and started crossfit. I really enjoyed the community and variation of movements. I eventually became certified as a CrossFit L1 coach and began training athletes and coaching classes at a local Crossfit gym. In continuing my journey, in 2017, my husband and I converted our barn into a gym, “The Barn Fitness, LLC.” It was then I began programming for our group classes, tailoring movements to our athletes’ individual needs and abilities. Additionally, in 2022 I began working alongside an amazing group of women at Schulte Wellness as the fitness coach. This opportunity has allowed me to meet so many wonderful new people and has helped me grow and learn- personally and professionally. Finally, the second piece to the puzzle- nutrition. Over the years, I studied, coached (and have been coached) on calories, macro and micronutrients and the science of fueling your body while tailoring your nutrition towards your individual needs and goals.
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On a personal note, I live in Sidney, Ohio (just north of Dayton) with my husband and two daughters. I have been married to my husband, Chanse, who I met in 8th grade geography class, for 18 years. Chanse definitely ignited my love for fitness as he was always in the gym for football, so I started out learning from him and the passion kept growing. We have two daughters, Khloe and Konley. Khloe is a sophomore in high school. Konley is in the 6th grade. Khloe used to tag along and watch when I started Crossfit, so she has grown up working out and it has transferred over to her soccer and track performance. Konley has more recently discovered exercise and the benefits of coordination and strength on her improved athletic performance.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Personal training is done in Katie and Chanse's gym, The Barn Fitness, LLC. These are private sessions lasting 45-60 minutes. These sessions are based around your individual goals and needs. Personal training can also help transition over to the small group classes if interested.
SMALL GROUP CLASSES
Small group classes are held in Katie and Chanse's gym, The Barn Fitness, LLC. These classes usually last about an hour and consist of a warm up, some sort of strength or isolation exercise and then a circuit or HIIT style workout.
COOK WITH KATIE
Nutrition is paramount to health and wellness. You are not going to get the body (or health) you want just by going to the gym. Cook with Katie will help you learn the essentials of healthy eating without restricting yourself. Learn about portion sizes, balancing proteins and calories and being able to enjoy food while using it to fuel and nourish your body.
