About Me

Hi! I'm Catherine, a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and birth doula serving women and families in Sherwood Park and the Edmonton area. As a mom of three girls, I understand the unique challenges women face as we navigate different seasons of life - from pregnancy and postpartum to perimenopause and beyond.

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My relationship with fitness began early through sports and a genuine love of movement. Exercise was never a chore - it was joy, strength, and pushing my own limits. But pregnancy changed everything. Morning sickness, exhaustion, and an uncomfortable changing body meant my "fit pregnancy" I expected to have didn't. I went from 5-7 gym sessions per week to maybe one.

After my first daughter's birth, I felt like a stranger in my own body while battling postpartum depression and anxiety. I rushed back to old routines without understanding proper recovery, pressuring myself to erase any sign I'd been pregnant. Those first 18 months of motherhood were incredibly hard, but they also transformed my perspective completely.

That struggle pushed me to find value beyond appearance and drove me to expand my knowledge so I could help other women navigate these same challenges. Each of my three pregnancies and births taught me something different, ultimately leading me to pursue my birth doula certification alongside my fitness credentials.

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What Makes Fitness Evolution Different?

At Fitness Evolution, we focus on mental health, community, and functional fitness rather than weight loss or achieving an "ideal" body. Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, navigating perimenopause, or simply want to feel stronger in daily life, my programs aim to meet you exactly where you are.

My Services Include:

• Personal and semi-private training tailored to your life stage

• Group fitness classes in supportive, judgment-free environments

• Prenatal and postpartum fitness programs

• Birth doula services and private birth preparation classes

• Online and hybrid training options for busy schedules

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My Philosophy

Every woman deserves to feel confident and strong in her body, regardless of size, fitness level, or life circumstances. I believe in:

• Size-inclusive, body-positive approach - All bodies are good bodies

• Evidence-based programming - Safe, effective methods for every life stage

• Community over competition - Supporting each other's journeys

• Real-life functionality - Building strength for daily activities, from chasing toddlers to lifting groceries

Whether you're seeking fitness support, birth guidance, or both, I'm honored to be part of your journey. Together, let's evolve the way we think about fitness and birth.

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Ready to get started? Contact me today to discuss how Fitness Evolution can support your goals.