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MEET YOUR COACH

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Melanie Joseph

Scientist, Wanderluster, CEO of WanderFit Coaching

Melanie Joseph BS, MAT and NASM-Certified Personal Trainer, at your service (bonus points if The Hobbit movie sprang into your mind)

I'm basically a lifelong athlete, my career starting at the ripe age of 4, running my first "marathon" (it was 1 lap around a football stadium).  Can actually go back further when my parents used to say I learned to run before I learned to crawl.

Movement has been my life.  I enjoy working out, most outdoor activities (sorry, you won't catch me bungee jumping or hang gliding), and participating in team sports, particularly soccer.

 

My other greatest interest is science.  I love it.  I became a scientist.  I taught biology for 12 years.  I've dabbled with continuing my education to become a Physical Therapist, combining my 2 favorite things: science and movement.

In 2021, I took the plunge to start the transition out of teaching to move towards my Physical Therapy dreams by becoming a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).  Between my science background and the new knowledge gained from CPT course, I am bringing the wellness game to a whole new level.  Not only do I take the stress of you figuring it out for yourself off your itinerary (been there), I empower you with the skills and knowledge you need on your wellness journey.  No more guessing what to do and not understanding why you're doing certain moves or fueling a certain  way.  Plus--probably the most important bit of all--I provide the support and accountability you need to be successful.

 

So go enjoy your adventures.  I got you.

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Trainings and certifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Life/Biomedical Science, Physical Science from University of Central Florida

  • Minor in Physical Anthropology from University of Central Florida

  • Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Science from University of Central Florida

  • NASM Certified Personal Training

  • NASM Certified Nutrition Coach (in progress)

  • Animal Flow Level 1 Instructor (in progress)

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TESTIMONIALS

Personalized Coaching
We started with in-person training and have now moved to Melanie sending detailed plans with weekly check-ins. Melanie is a top motivator, sending regular reminds to check my posture/drink water throughout the week.  She is willing to adapt plans as my circumstances change. One reservation I had before starting training with Melanie was how to put in the time.  I am a full-time teacher and finding the time can be difficult.  Melanie has helping me work around this; having a plan has helped me to be more consistent. Since starting with Melanie, I have gone from barely being able to do 1 push-up to doing 24 push-ups--all on my feet! I am also feeling more confident in the gym.

Nicki R. 🇬🇧 - Expat, Teacher

Classes

After a [Flex Mob] class with Mel, I feel physically and mentally balanced and super comfortable. She has incredible expertise and great tips and tricks that you can easily implement in your everyday life. Mel responds to my individual needs and I just love her vibe.

Pia C. 🇩🇪 - Expat, New Mom

Events

Brilliant [Holiday Hustle] challenge. Mel is motivating and checks in on us all without it feeling overbearing. I never feel like I have to do something if I can't as she's so honest about herself and her pity party days too. It's refreshing after seeing so many other types of fitness challenges online. I like that there's no goals per se other than the ones you set for yourself so no one feels like they're in competition with each other.

PJ D. 🇬🇧 - Teacher, Mom

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