Chicago

My name is Deanna (they/them) and I am a NASM certified body-neutral and queer-trans-affirming fitness coach. Wherever you are on your fitness journey, I would love to help you get started or fine-tune your current training program. With five years of strength training and powerlifting experience, my greatest joy is to help people feel affirmed and empowered in their body through strength. I believe that the gym should be a safe, inclusive and accessible place for everybody to grow. If you're looking for a coach who is empathetic, energetic, supportive and passionate about joyful movement, I'd love to help you smash your fitness goals!

With over 10 years in the fitness industry and a mother of three, I bring both professional expertise and real-life perspective to every client I work with. My background spans from strength training, conditioning, and mixed martial arts, giving me a well-rounded foundation to meet you exactly where you are — no matter your starting point. I have a special passion for working with populations that are often underserved in fitness spaces, including clients navigating pre, during, and post-pregnancy, those managing a variety of health contraindications, and anyone working through rehabilitation. I believe that movement should feel accessible, safe, and empowering for every BODY. At the heart of my approach is a firm belief that mental and physical health are inseparable. Training isn’t just about what your body can do — it’s about how you feel in it. My goal is to create a positive, supportive environment where both dimensions of your wellbeing are honored and strengthened together.

My calling to fitness is rooted in the desire to truly help people. It's never too late to begin your fitness journey and I strive to make strength and wellness accessible to all walks of life. I have a background in CrossFit, Hyrox and 5+ years of Powerlifting. As a Powerlifting competitor, I specialize in strength training. I have experience in training a wide age demographic with a unique approach to tailoring workouts based on your needs. I love empowering my clients, teaching them the how and why behind training modalities and the nutrition needed to support their goals. My goal is to ensure everyone I instruct has the confidence to navigate the gym and dominate their training. Whether you're looking to get stronger, just starting out, or training around injury- I'm here to guide you to your best self.

If you got a problem… yo I’ll solve it!