Meet Us
Rachel
CEO of MindStrong Fitness
As a 10+ year educator, teaching is and always will be my passion.
After years of hearing women shame, blame, and guilt themselves about food, the former teacher in me wanted to shout from the rooftops, "There's an easier way!"
Rather than getting arrested for disturbing the peace ;) I decide to start a company doing something no one else in the health industry was doing: EDUCATING
I'm here to teach women how they, too, can take control of a lifelong struggle with food and live a guilt-free life, even in menopause and beyond.
Over the past years, I've helped over 2,500 women transform their lives and reach their health and fitness goals through Ignite, our Signature 12 Week Program, my best-selling book, Becoming MindStrong: The Truth About Health, Fitness, and the BS That's Holding You Back, and my podcast, Becoming MindStrong.
It's my passion and the thing in life that lights me up most...well, that and donuts. ;)
When I’m not traveling the world or lifting heavy things up and down, I spend my time cuddling with my puppy, Charlie.
Coach Dori
I came to MindStrong as a client after a hysterectomy put me in menopause at 38yrs old.
I went from never ever having to think about my size or weight as a kid and young adult to waking up in a body I didn't recognize anymore. Instead of being in the picture, I wanted to hide behind anything and anyone, as I wasn't comfortable being "seen" anymore. Feelings of shame and guilt for "letting myself go" crept in and made themselves at home.
I was eating under 900 calories a day and exercising…yet nothing worked. I felt STUCK and destined to live out life in this “grandma bod”
Fast forward to today, I am a coach/cheerleader in which I get to educate and share every single tip, trick, and resource with other frustrated women, who need help stepping into their own power and reshaping both their insides and outsides.
Coach Lela
I am a professor with a doctorate in psychology/family studies and human development, and a researcher and educator with two decades of experience. My passion is supporting women in “midlife” - that ambiguous period between beginning and ending (or as Margaret Atwood, my favorite Canadian author wrote, “the middle of a river, the middle of a bridge, halfway across, halfway over”).
I am deeply committed to increasing our understanding of ourselves, as we navigate the river (or stand in the middle of the bridge, depending on your favorite analogy), and our personal relationships as they intersect with our own. My scholarship has resulted in two books, 70 peer-reviewed manuscripts, and I have spoken at 200 national and international conference meetings -- enhancing health, mental-health, and development for mothers and their children.
Coach Jodi
As a Certified Menopause Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and instructor specializing in cycling, Pilates, and yoga, my passion is rooted in empowering women to thrive through their perimenopause and postmenopause years with the right blend of knowledge, nutrition, and fitness. Having navigated my own menopause journey for the past decade, I intimately understand the challenges and triumphs you might be experiencing.
When I'm not training, I love exploring my home state of Washington. I'm also a home gardener, and there's nothing quite like the satisfaction of growing my own fruits and vegetables and getting my hands in the dirt!
I'm proud to be a MindStrong Coach, a program I know from both sides. As a client of this wonderful program, I've personally experienced its transformative benefits, and I'm genuinely excited to share that same path to helping you discover newfound energy and well-being
Coach Candice
I have been blessed with the opportunity to train and coach hundreds of clients over the past 24 years. From 1-1 private sessions, online coaching, & mentorship, I have helped them turn their fitness desires and goals into reality.
24 years ago, I had big dreams and wanted to fulfill them by helping others. I knew I had an empowering message of how fitness and mindset has always saved me through the toughest obstacles in my life. My desire and willingness to pursue my dream has given me the ability to be able to coach for MindStrong, which I absolutely love!
Coach Robyn
I am an energetic mother of four world travelers, and have over thirty years of experience in education.
With degrees in Outdoor Education and Biology, and a background in research, teaching, and owning an outdoor family resort, I have always felt comfortable in the outdoors-whether at base camp researching wolves, backpacking into the Alaskan back-country for caribou migrations, hiking and kayaking anywhere and everywhere, elbow deep in my gardens, or exploring the outdoor spaces of the Dominican Republic and Paraguay when visiting my children.
However, while feeling perfectly at home in the outdoors, I haven’t always felt at home in my own skin. For many years my weight would cycle through gaining about 20 pounds in the winter, and losing the same 20 pounds each summer. I did that over and over until I hit menopause, and suddenly none of my prior weight loss strategies were working any more.
My journey with MindStrong began as a client. Once I began implementing MindStrong’s mindset tools, and applied the skills of nutrition, l not only lost the weight I wanted, but learned how to maintain my weight at higher calories than I was eating before.
I became a coach because I want every woman to discover the freedom that comes from finally understanding the math and science of nutrition. It is so easy, and when applied consistently it works for everyone. I look forward to guiding you on your nutrition journey!
Coach Jen
Hi, I’m Coach Jen, also known as Valkyrie of The Great White North ;)
Living and working in Canada, I led a successful but not fulfilling corporate life, and knew when I re-entered the workforce (post baby) it would be different. In 2013 I moved to warmer pastures that brought me to Austin Texas.
Fast forward to living in the US, being a new mother, making the time to invest in myself, I knew I wanted to return to the workforce in a different capacity. One of my greatest Joys is helping and supporting women. I wanted to feel passion and purpose in my next role and in 2018 I pivoted and became a Certified Personal Trainer.
I am a Fitness Professional through and through, a Certified Personal Trainer through NASM and PTA Global, NASM Sports Nutrition, PPSC : Pain Free Performance Specialist. With a Love of movement and the intention of longevity, I train for my “old lady body”!
I am passionate about women’s health, guiding women on their journey, and inspiring them to move in ways that test their mental and physical resolve. This is where we build GRIT.
When I am not training, I adore spending time with my son, Maximo, and partner, Joe. We love all things outdoors, great music, and the foodiest food ATX has to offer.
I am so grateful to take my career full circle and be a part of the MindStrong Family!
“Fitness is more than just training, it is a mindset that will forever change your life” JRT
Coach Erin
Hi, I’m Erin. I’m so happy to be a coach with MindStrong Fitness! I started this journey as an Ignite member, and like many of you, I came in feeling like everything around food and fitness was confusing. The “nerdy math” part of the program clicked for me like nothing else ever had. Suddenly, it all made sense, and now I’m here to help you find that same clarity and confidence.
I LOVE to eat! I’ve always loved exploring flavors, ingredients, and good meals shared with people I care about. One of the reasons I love this approach so much is that you don’t have to give up joy around food to reach your goals. (I proudly spend some of my fat macros on fancy butter.)
More than anything, I’m here to help women break free from the constant loop of conversations about food and weight. After years of having those same talks with friends, I knew I wanted to be part of changing the narrative, for myself and others.
I live in sunny California, and I’m the mom of two kids and an energetic rescue dog named Daisy. When I’m not coaching, you can usually find me out on the trails, running, hiking, or searching for wildflowers. I also lead nature classes for preschoolers and love building community, especially for women of all ages.
Let’s make sustainable lifestyle changes together—ones that feel good, make sense, and allow you to focus on what truly matters.
Coach Anna
As a board certified Family Practice Nurse Practitioner, I have a huge passion for nutrition and helping people improve their lives!
With a background in preventive medicine, women’s health, and mental health, and my love for MindStrong, I can’t wait to help you meet your health and fitness goals.
With macros and Rachel’s mindset work, we’ll open up a world and a relationship with food that you never thought possible. (And the best part is that it’s easier than you ever thought it could be!) There’s no restriction, no starving, and no self-hatred!
Coach Tricia
In addition to being a Certified Macro Coach, I am also a Certified Yoga Therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapists and an independent Holistic Coach, bringing over two decades of experience in teaching and coaching. My work is rooted in the belief that true wellness is a multidimensional journey encompassing lifestyle, nutrition, relationships, spirit, and physical vitality.
I love partnering with women to help them unlock their fullest potential. By listening deeply and working collaboratively, I support individuals in crafting personalized, sustainable plans to achieve their wellness goals.
Beyond my professional path, I believe there’s no such thing as a bad beach day. I’m also a proud mother of two daughters and two spirited pugs, who remind me daily to meet the world with curiosity and wonder.
Coach Chassidy
Before joining MindStrong Fitness, I spent years guiding both men and women through deep personal transformation, healing not just their bodies, but their emotional wounds, subconscious patterns, and energetic blocks. As a Subconscious + Somatic Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Psychic Medium, Reiki Master, and NASM-certified Personal Trainer, my work is rooted in the belief that real transformation happens when we address the body, mind, and soul together.
I’ve seen it all! From clients breaking free of beliefs that held them back for decades, to people finally feeling safe in their bodies for the first time in years. My approach integrates subconscious healing, nervous system regulation, trauma-informed coaching, and grounded strength training that supports both physical and emotional growth.
What I love most? Watching people go from disconnected and uncertain to grounded, clear, and fully in their power, not because they forced change, but because they finally stopped fighting themselves.
Joining MindStrong Fitness felt like coming home to a community of women who are real, raw, and ready to rise. As someone who has navigated so much as a woman from trauma and disconnection to a powerful, ongoing healing journey, I’m passionate about helping others reclaim their strength, their voice, and their sense of self without shame.
When I’m not coaching, I’m probably nerding out over neuroscience and energy work, or blasting music while weight training in all black (because mood matters). I also love being outside soaking up nature, laughing (because it’s seriously the best medicine), and finding new ways to stretch outside my comfort zone, whether it’s through adventure, movement, or just saying yes to something new.
Coach Christina
Hi, I’m Christina—a mom of three, grandma (Cici) to four, and someone who deeply understands the ups and downs that come with midlife.
I’ve spent over 20 years in the health and wellness world and am both a certified personal trainer and an integrative nutrition health coach. I have a true passion for strength training—whether I’m doing it myself or coaching other women to discover their own power.
These days, you’ll usually find me at the gym, piecing together a puzzle with a cup of tea, enjoying beach vacations with my family, or cuddling up with a grandchild. I’m also learning to love golf (emphasis on learning), and I’m all about finding simple, stress-free ways to nourish my body without spending hours in the kitchen. And like many of us—I’m not above a good Netflix binge when I need to unwind!
My passion for helping peri and postmenopausal women comes from personal experience. When menopause hit, it brought a perfect storm—an empty nest, a move to another state, too much cardio, too little food, and the weight of depression. I lost hope for anything in life. But with time and a more balanced approach to health, I found my way back. Now, I’m deeply invested in helping other women reclaim their strength, energy, and joy during this transformative season of life.
Coach Carlie
As a marketing professional, my true passion lies in helping women stay active and healthy. I am incredibly passionate about nutrition as the vehicle to reach our ultimate health goals.
Growing up around sports (my dad was a high school football coach), and being exposed to athletics, I fell in love with training and the weight room. During college, I found a wonderful community in my local CrossFit gym where I competed at a high level in multiple regional qualifying events. My gym community first exposed me to this thing called "macros", and it opened up the world of nutrition for me. Until that point in my life, I hadn't thought anything about the nutritional aspect of my training, and macros gave me a deeper understanding of how it could be used as a tool to change my life! I then went on to run youth and adult sports leagues for my city's parks department, and my passion only grew from there.
In June of 2024, I became a mom, and this has only made me more passionate about women's health and educating others, so that they can fuel their body for all the tasks we, as women, take on!
Coach Cass
My passion for all things health and fitness has spanned the better part of the last 35 years and working closely with others and seeing that same passion ignite in them is the most rewarding part of my role as a coach.
As an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer and an ACE Certified Health and Wellness Coach, I feel a personal responsibility to help people of all ages realize the never-ending benefits of a solid and attainable approach to healthy nutrition and purposeful exercise (spoiler alert – I’m a strength training addict and love to show others how empowering it can be!).
Over the last 10 years, my specialty has evolved into working with peri and post-menopausal women. As women, we especially are being sold an “ideal” that has messed with our minds (and thus, our bodies!) and I am fortunate enough to have been able to work with so many women to turn that around, help them reclaim their power and be the best, healthiest version of themselves they can be. In a society filled with “quick fix” promises, I take my role as a coach and educator seriously and there has been nothing more fulfilling than witnessing the results of that – not just the physical improvements (significant fat loss, increased muscle mass, improved mobility, boundless energy) but the other amazing by-products of all that hard work – increased self-confidence, self-acceptance and the knowledge that there is no longer a need to fall prey to those “quick-fix” promises anymore! Once you learn the skills of caring for your body from the inside out, you will own that skill for life!
In my spare time, you’ll find me delving into the ever-growing science of improving health and longevity, spending quality time with my husband and young-adult son and daughter (twins!), golfing, reading, enjoying fine wine and, of course, lifting weights!
Coach Amy
As an Ignite alum and now a proud MindStrong Coach, I’m thrilled to walk alongside you on this life-changing journey. I’m an empty nester who once believed I had to accept the body this menopausal stage of life was handing me.
But MindStrong flipped that script—and transformed more than just my body.
After years of yo-yo dieting that worked in my 20s and 30s, I hit a wall in my mid-40s. Suddenly, nothing worked. I felt stuck, defeated, and drained. Drastic calorie cuts and intense cardio did nothing but rob me of energy and sleep.
But then I found MindStrong—and everything changed. Through science-backed strategies, mindset shifts, and sustainable habits, I reclaimed my energy, restored my confidence, and reshaped my body in a way I didn’t think was possible at this stage of life.
Now, as Coach Amy, I’m passionate about helping women like you discover your strength, fuel your body with purpose, and break free from the old dieting cycle for good.
When I’m not coaching, you’ll likely find me outdoors soaking up nature, bird watching, or curled up with a good book.
Coach Maria
A professional pilot by trade and avid traveler at heart, I know firsthand the challenges of maintaining health and fitness in the face of unique circumstances and a non-standard lifestyle. My passion as a MindStrong Coach is to empower and equip individuals with the tools they need to thrive, no matter the obstacles. It will be a genuine privilege to walk this path alongside you as your coach and biggest fan every step of the way!
I am a person intent on chasing life and potential to the highest degree, and have learned that a healthy body and mind are the keys to making it all possible. When not coaching, you can find me enjoying long motorcycle rides, trail running, lost in super chill music, or connecting with friends- both old and new.
With an adventurous spirit and a belief that every challenge has the potential to be a beautiful opportunity, I see every mountain—literal or metaphorical—as a chance to discover something magnificent. I can’t wait to be a part of your journey to living your best life.
*Additionally, if Spanish is your jam, hablo español.
Coach Megan
I’m thrilled to be a coach here at MindStrong Fitness, a space that has been a huge part of my own transformation. Before becoming a coach, I was a member at MindStrong, and through my journey, I experienced firsthand how shifting both your mindset and nutrition can truly change your life. Now, as a coach, I’m passionate about guiding others toward that same kind of transformation.
With over 15 years as an educator, I understand the power of personalized support, clear guidance, and the right mindset. I specialize in helping women optimize their nutrition with customized macro plans and focus on creating lasting mindset shifts that foster self-compassion and confidence. It's not just about reaching your goals—it's about building a sustainable lifestyle that works for you and empowers you to feel strong, inside and out.
Having been in your shoes, I know how challenging it can be to make lasting changes. That's why I’m committed to providing encouragement, support, and practical advice that meets you where you are. Whether you're new to macros or working to create a healthier relationship with food, my goal is to help you develop the mindset and habits that will keep you on track long-term.
When I’m not coaching or teaching, you’ll find me spending time with my dogs, exploring the outdoors on a hike, or getting in a strength training session. I also love unwinding with a good book or movie. I believe in finding balance in all areas of life, and I bring that same philosophy to my coaching—helping you live a healthy, fulfilled life.
Coach Jordin
With a background in both parts work coaching (aka IFS), as well as civil engineering, I am obsessed with bridging practical, evidence-based modalities with heart-centered medicine that helps you get results AND heal emotional wounds.
As someone who is equally as obsessed with pasta & bread, I’ve found MindStrong to be an incredible place for us to work together to establish both the inner and outer foundations needed for you to truly thrive.
Despite this love of carbs and my three (3!) knee surgeries, lifting weights remains a passion of mine. The journey to feeling comfortable in my own body has required nothing but slow, sustainable changes—with ample amounts of flexibility and self-compassion. Which is exactly what we’re up to in MindStrong.
You’re in great hands here. I am excited for you to see just how good it gets to be for you
Suomo Snook
Client Success Manager
Hi I'm Suomo (Sw-oh-mo)! I work on the admin side of the MindStrong team. Professionally, I've worn many hats - from being a program coordinator for refugees from Eastern and Central Africa, to being a therapist at a university, doing art installations at a museum, teaching Zumba, admin support, music festival set up, working with children, and more.
I’m passionate about painting, dancing, cooking, traveling, being in nature, and this MindStrong Family.
At the core of it all is my love of connecting with and helping people find their path to a happier, healthier self, which is why I love the work we do at MindStrong.
Yasemin Inal
Director of Client Success
I’m a professor turned entrepreneur who discovered my passion for coaching while teaching at NC State University. Over the last 13 years, I’ve trained under top mentors and earned multiple certifications, including Certified High Performance Coaching and Certified Life Mastery Coaching.
With over a decade in the online coaching space, I’ve experienced firsthand the challenges of overwhelm, burnout, and health concerns. That journey deepened my commitment to holistic health, nutrition, and fitness, not just for myself, but for those I serve.
I’m grateful to lead the Client Success team at MindStrong Fitness. Every day, I have the privilege of connecting with women, guiding them toward their health and wellness goals, and contributing to a heart-based, growth-driven culture.
Fun fact: I LOVE chocolate and I make sure it's budgeted into my macros :)
Anna Jodouin
Director of Client Success
Athletics have always been a cornerstone of my identity. From competing at a high level through college to continuing my passion for movement into adulthood, I've always seen myself as an athlete. That mindset—driven, disciplined, and growth-oriented—has shaped the way I show up in life and in business.
When my husband and I opened our first gym, it was never just about building a space to work out—it was about creating a community where health could be approached in a more meaningful way. For me, fitness has always been about more than physical strength. I’ve seen firsthand how deeply connected our movement, mindset, and nutrition truly are.
As I’ve grown through my own seasons of life—especially navigating motherhood and perimenopause—I’ve become even more passionate about supporting women in a way that feels personal, informed, and empowering. I want every woman I work with to feel seen, supported, and strong—not just in her body, but in her life.
I believe that women deserve real, honest support, especially in the stages where they’ve often been overlooked. My goal is to guide women toward reclaiming their energy, building confidence, and embracing the vibrant, powerful version of themselves that’s still within reach. You don’t have to do it alone—and I’m honored to walk this journey with you.
Kristi Data
Director of Client Success
My life has been a dynamic mix of experiences, from competing as a Division 1 athlete to navigating the fast-paced world of medical sales for 25 years. But my most profound journey began when I realized that true success isn't just about external achievements—it's about prioritizing our inner well-being. At 50, I made the conscious decision to step away from corporate America and focus on my health.
Over the last decade, I've dedicated myself to understanding the intricate connection between fitness, nutrition, and regenerative wellness. This personal exploration has fueled my passion to empower women to take control of their health and rediscover their inner strength. I truly believe that we all deserve to feel vibrant, energized, and confident in our bodies. My core values of community, health, and service guide everything I do, and I'm thrilled to connect with you and support you on your wellness journey!
Maryann Renteria
Director of Client Success
Hi, I’m Maryann Renteria—a former professional dancer turned Mindset and Life Coach, and proud single mom of four. After years of performing on global stages and navigating the highs and lows of life, I realized that true success starts from within. Health, fitness, and mindset became non-negotiables—not just for surviving, but for living fully and intentionally.
Now, I use my passion and training to help others step into their power, prioritize their well-being, and live with purpose. I believe transformation is possible at any stage—and I'm here to prove it.
Fun fact: I still dance in the kitchen like it’s a stage (and yes, my kids pretend not to know me ;))
