...What Clients are Saying...

I first got to know Chesna as a friendly, personable next-door neighbor. I learned she

was a personal trainer and I was intrigued. I admit that I always thought having a

personal trainer was an indulgence that wasn’t necessary for most people to keep

healthy and fit. But I’m in my mid-60’s and knew that taking care of my body and health

was a bit different now. I’d read articles that indicated older women’s health could be

optimized for the long terms by working out with weights to keep and build muscle mass

and balance, as well as with weight loss and maintenance. I didn’t know how to work

with weights and wanted to learn.

I decided to hire Chesna to help me start this new life stage. I gave myself 4 months to

see how she and I would hit it off. Now it’s 9 months later and I would be heartbroken if

I had to stop working with her!

Chesna’s just a wonderful human being. She’s a warm, empathetic person who’s got a

great sense of humor. She knows her stuff – she’s a certified trainer and it shows. She’s

thorough in her initial assessment and then proceeds to stretches, strength and cardio.

Chesna stresses and insists on proper technique, which I appreciate because I tend to

rush; I know it’s important to get it right! She’s very flexible in terms of equipment, and

she’ll will work with me in the gym or in my home. It’s a luxury to be able to work out in

privacy of home.

Chesna’s an excellent listener and sympathetic to emotional struggles as well as

physical ones. She has a background in social work. My husband has also become a

client. I took part in a group Tai Chi class she gave and observed her always being

open, encouraging, and fun with people coping with different challenges. I highly

recommend Chesna.

Chesna:

I wanted to Thank You for the excellent therapeutic  training you've provided. As a 78 year old man that’s been out of shape and not exactly what you call "athletic", I now have a rejuvenated outlook. Your approach and attention to where I needed help was amazing. I can say that with your stretching program I have more energy and my persistent back pain has now subsided. 

Chesna: Happy New Year. I love your classes, especially Tai Chi. Your patience and expertise in each move you show us is so appreciated. I love how you explain the moves in Tai Chi to make them relatable and easier to understand.

Your sense of humor makes each class fun and enjoyable. I also love how you help each of us with difficult moves and/or make adjustments to fit the needs of that person.

I always feel at peace and so relaxed after each of your classes. I just can't think of enough good things to say, Chesna, about your teaching and instructing. Thank you so much! We are lucky to have you!! 

Enthusiastic, encouraging, positive, kind-hearted, professional, intellectual, expert, fit!  These are all words to describe Chesna.  I was fortunate to meet Chesna at the right time; as I finished several series of physical therapy and medications to treat a debilitating back injury.  I was so impressed that she was willing to invest the time to meet me in my home for a free consultation.  We reviewed the equipment that I owned, my concerns, abilities, goals, diet, medications, and doctor’s approval for working out.  These were all things I’d want from a trainer, instead of being pushed through a process like cattle (no pun intended).  In our sessions, Chesna constantly evaluates my progress and when ready moves me to my next hurdle.  Transitions are comprehensive but do not take away from our valuable time.  Also, Chesna really listens when I talk.  I can’t name how many daily challenges she’s helped me to overcome by first truly listening and then taking action.  My expectations have not only been met but surpassed.

It has been my privilege to get to know Chesna over the last couple of years. Descriptors that come to mind when I think of her are genuine, upbeat, focused, and transformative.
Chesna is the rare type of person who has a high level of emotional intelligence but is also a driver who makes things happen. She is someone with whom I instantly felt a rapport, and I believe she could get along with almost anyone and lead with kindness while motivating clients, team members, or employees to achieve superior outcomes.
Chesna has worked with diverse populations to help them reach physical, and health and nutrition goals as a skilled coach, trainer, and mentor. She is also a collaborator and has a knack for creative program and event planning.

One of the most compelling things about her is her heart for helping women, especially those who have dealt with fitness and body image struggles and with health issues. She is well-positioned based on her expertise, and decades of professional and personal experiences to aid women who deal with body image issues; are in perimenopause, menopause, or are post- or pre-surgical; or in other challenging phases of life.

I highly recommend working with Chesna. She brings everything she has to each session, and she offers what many coaches and trainers do not--real world experience and compassion, tailored to your unique situation.

After starting your program, I have much better TOOLS to use to keep moving forward! I know that many people will benefit from your approach and I am grateful to have been a part of this program. There is a need for FE – the world needs women who believe in a holistic approach to health/fitness – that the soul needs as much of a workout as the body.

Chesna is a gift. For several years, she has helped my teenage daughter with all aspects of her life from nutrition and fitness to self-esteem and even self-defense! She has a holistic approach that is both realistic and unique, and is beyond caring. In fact, my daughter trusts Chesna, confides in her, and looks to her as a role model. Chesna is so much more than a trainer. She is a life coach, and I suspect she will continue this role even after my daughter goes to college. Yay Chesna!

This program has helped me to teach my daughters discipline and consistency by example. Thank you Chesna for being so supportive and amazing.

Fit Esteem is a lifestyle, not just working out and losing weight; Those things can be temporary but a lifestyle change ensures their permanence.

Thank you Chesna for changing it up and keeping me challenged, motivated and wanting more! FE for life!!!

I have been working with Chesna for approximately eight months.  She is extremely warm and upbeat as well as professional.  My problem area has always been my waist and abdomen.  This has been a difficult area for me to improve.  I have seen amazing results!  I am able to do more advanced exercises that I never thought were possible for me.  The sessions are always varied and challenging.  I am very happy with the results.