Fitness coach for women over 35
Stop Hustling for Perfect. Start Training for Real, Lasting Results.
Fitness and nutrition coaching for ambitious women 35+ ready to lose fat, build muscle, and get results that feel damn good now—and last for the long haul.
Are you fed up with feeling stuck in your fitness?
I work with two types of women - do you see yourself here?
You’re already doing the work, but the results have stalled.
You’ve been putting in the time and effort—eating right, hitting the gym, staying active—but nothing seems to be moving the needle. The scale won’t budge, your jeans are tighter than they used to be, and the progress you once saw feels like a distant memory. You’re ready for something that actually works again.
Life happened and threw you off track.
You used to feel strong, fit, and confident, but life had other plans. A demanding job, having babies, caring for kids or aging parents, or unexpected health challenges disrupted your routine. Now, you’re struggling to find your rhythm again. You know you can get back there—but with so much on your plate, the idea of restarting feels overwhelming.
If either sounds like you and you’re ready for weight loss without the suck, I’m here to help.
I meet you exactly where you are—no extremes, no gimmicks, no B.S. With my expertise, we’ll get you feeling like YOU again…probably even better.
“My time with Athena was SO POWERFUL! I came into the program feeling like I was in a negativity vortex…it felt like everything was just spiraling out of control. [After] working with Athena, I lost 15 lbs and 2 jean sizes, but MORE IMPORTANTLY, I have made changes to my lifestyle and eating habits that will stay with me for my lifetime!” - Shanna McClennen
“After working with Athena, it is clear that I have gained so much more than I have lost. My 17 pounds lost does feel incredible, but what feels even better is my confidence level, the way I show up for myself and in relationships, and knowing I am in control of my own story.” - Colleen Allen
“Athena creates a positive space full of possibilities. She meets you where you are, and helps you move towards where you want to be. Her whole philosophy is how to make things work from a place of empowered decision-making. She worked WITH me on how to be more thoughtful about my nutrition choices and find solutions that work for me and my family for getting my workouts in. I’ve never felt more empowered as I did when working with her.” - Meaghan Brassey
Start getting results that stick.
No more spinning your wheels - take the first step toward losing weight while GAINING lifelong confidence, control, and habits that truly transform your life.
This is where smart coaching meets serious transformation.
Let’s face it—your current approach is about as effective as running on a hamster wheel. But “trying harder” or “just waiting for things to calm down” is like trying to keep your car running on empty, hoping it’ll magically make it to the next gas station.
You’re already crushing it in SO many areas—career, family, life goals. Your fitness should be no different! Imagine feeling that same sense of pride and accomplishment when you look in the mirror or try on your favorite jeans—because you’ve put in the work and finally see the results you deserve.
So, instead of endlessly longing for the strong, energetic, and vibrant version of yourself—or feeling stuck in self-deprecating cycles of "what the hell is wrong with me?" and "I just need to get my act together"—what you really need is a solution that lets you end each day feeling fulfilled and satisfied that you gave it your best, without that ‘best’ taking everything out of you!
It’s not ONLY about the scale or a size number—although those are great wins too—it’s about getting back to your happy, confident self again.
Here’s how I can help:
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No endless, time-consuming workouts or complicated routines that leave you sore and exhausted.
Just efficient, effective lifts that fit into your life—so you can build muscle, boost metabolism, and feel stronger without wasting time.
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No weird superfood ingredient lists or restrictive rules that leave you hungry and unable to stick to the plan 3 days after starting.
Just straightforward and balanced eating methods that only require a few tweaks on your end to actually see changes. Fuel your body in the right ways without overcomplicating things.
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No menopause scare tactics that prey on your hormonal changes or over 40 belly fat.
Just simple, science-backed ways to boost your energy and keep your body in a fat-burning mode – so you can feel vibrant and in control without the confusion that comes with fitness in your 40s and beyond.
With me, you’ll get expert fitness and nutrition coaching built for real life, backed by 19 years of experience in fitness training, nutrition science, and what actually works for women 35+.
Because let’s face it—your hormones ARE changing, and your body ISN’T the same as it was before having kids. What you need now is not the same approach that worked for you at 25.
And no, that 22-year-old male trainer at the gym isn’t going to be the one to help you figure this out by just standing there and counting your reps for you!
This isn’t about feeding into your body insecurities or selling you detox teas for profit or handing you a plan that makes you feel like you need to quit your social life to see results.
It’s about teaching you the things that will make you feel like you again.
Let’s let her out to shine.
“During one of my last coaching calls with Athena we discussed how much I have changed across the board in a year: not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. The girl who signed up 16 weeks ago? Green and nervous. The girl I am now? Strong, confident, healthy, knowledgeable, and HAPPY! I think I will stick with her. Athena, you have changed my life in so many ways and I could never put a price tag on it. THANK YOU for bringing out the girl I am now!” - Kelsey Bennett
WHAT SUCCESS CAN LOOK LIKE
(aka this could be YOU sooner than you think!)
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“Athena creates workouts that make me excited to go to the gym, and I know exactly what to do. I can see and feel my progress as I get stronger and more intentional about my choices. Athena helped me tweak my actions and mindset in ways that work with my lifestyle, not against it, helping me see physical changes without a drastic overhaul."
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"I spent years in a cycle of perfectionism, but Athena’s balanced approach has helped me break free. I have more energy, sleep better, and feel confident in my own skin. With Athena, I’ve finally found peace with myself and a sustainable, flexible approach to health." - Jill Rafter
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“I remember feeling exhausted, anxious, and chaotic. Now, I feel calm, confident, and grateful. I’ve lost 10 pounds in these past months, but I’ve gained so much more in happiness and freedom. The weight isn’t the primary issue anymore, it’s just something I’m working on. I literally did not know it was possible to feel this way unless I was at an “ideal weight” (whatever that even is)!!”– Carly Halloran
You need a fitness & nutrition coach who knows exactly how to help YOU get results – without the overwhelm.
(And definitely without making you want to crawl under a rock every time you think about your next meal or workout.)
Sure, you could try sticking to another rigid "perfect" plan—tracking every calorie, squeezing in every workout, and making it all work flawlessly, just like you always do (or always did and want nothing to do with anymore)!
But how do you think that will turn out?
What you need is a coaching experience that doesn’t demand perfection or 100% adherence. No more feeling like you’ve failed if things aren’t "just right."
From next-level strategies that go beyond the basics to the unmatched support, this is coaching that works with your life—not against it.
It’s like having a personalized GPS—steering you in the right direction, adjusting as you go, and keeping you on track without the stress of making wrong turns.
