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About Danielle Ring
Owner, My Fitness Coach
Danielle is an experienced personal trainer and coach, and has worked with many women
and men in the Arlington, Virginia area. You may have seen her training at the Ballston
and Clarendon Golds Gym locations, at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, at the
George Washington University's Weight Management Program, and teaching Pilates at
Sun and Moon Yoga Studio in Arlington.
Credentials include:
- M.S., Exercise Science & Health Promotion, California University of PA, 2007
- Wellcoaches Wellness Coaching certification, 2008
- Power Pilates, Beginner and Intermediate Mat, 2008
- National Academy of Sports Medicine: Certified Personal Trainer, 2005
- Adult CPR, renewed 2008
- Member, American College of Sports Medicine
- Member, IDEA
- Member, FitArlington
Why I Became a Wellness Coach
"When I first became a personal trainer, I loved teaching people how to strengthen and
appreciate their bodies. But, I quickly realized that my clients were not following my (what I
thought was very sound at the time) advice once they left the gym. Basically, life and other
motivations got in the way. I also soon understood that lifestyle changes in nutrition and
fitness take more than a workout session or two a week--they require nothing short of
transformational change. This behavior change does not happen overnight. Rather, it
happens through a series of victories and setbacks. It is a learning process that takes effort
and thought.
Therefore, I decided to sharpen my behavioral change skills in order to help my clients
achieve what they once only dreamed possible. I chose Wellcoaches Wellness Coach
certification program because of their excellent reputation. Wellcoaches is endorsed by the
American College of Sports Medicine (the gold standard in sports medicine) and is well-
known for a top-notch, professional staff, rigorous certification standards, and science-based
approach.
Now, my work has taken on an entirely new meaning. I help people dig deeper to find their
motivations, empower them to dream bigger and design a plan to achieve their vision. With
wellness coaching, I do not create the goals or dictate the steps. I do not tell you what you
should do. You are in charge, but I provide the guidance and structure. You might also
think of me as your health-conscious, wise friend who listens deeply, who has your best
interests in mind, but who also tells it like it is!
My Personal Training Philosophy
My exercise sessions are designed on an individual basis and I take into account your fitness
level, interests, abilities, previous injuries, and fitness goals. Sessions include flexibility,
balance, cardiovascular and strength training. I will teach you to work major muscle
groups together, and also teach you to focus on individual muscles in order to sculpt and
strengthen more effectively.
Pilates will help improve your posture, strengthen your core, stabilize your spine, and tone.
It is ideal for those who need low-impact exercise, for pre- and post-natal women, and
generally, for anyone who wants an invigorating workout that can be done with little to
no equipment.
Exercise must be fun and energizing in order for you to include it as a mainstay in your life.
I will help you build a program that keeps you motivated. I will never ask you to do
anything I wouldn't do, and I will not put you in a situation that makes you
uncomfortable.
Other Tidbits
- Check out my blog, No Bull**** Health and Fitness
- I have a B.A. in English from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia
- Spent several years as a gift planner at two major conservation nonprofits: The
Nature Conservancy and Ocean Conservancy
- Share my life with a wonderful, 11-year-old, rescued greyhound named Whisper
- Enjoy making jewelry (which is also for sale and can be made to order--see my site on
Etsy), road biking, wine, cooking, reading, and adventure travel
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Whisper relaxing on the beach in Lewes, DE
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My Fitness Coach, LLC
Arlington, Virginia
Copyright 2008
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