Strength training is one of the best ways to feel stronger, move better, and see real changes in your body. My strength and toning sessions focus on building lean muscle, improving definition, and helping you feel confident in your everyday life.
All workouts are fully customized to your fitness level, comfort, and any limitations you may have. Whether you’re new to lifting or have experience, I’ll guide you through proper form and progress you safely at your own pace.

Why Strength Training Helps With Weight
Strength training helps maintain muscle, support metabolism, and prevent the weight regain that often happens during menopause or after using GLP-1 medications. Even small strength improvements can make a big difference.
How Sessions Work
Sessions are one-on-one in my private studio—calm, clean, and never crowded. We use free weights, machines, bands, functional tools, and low-impact strength movements. Everything is adjusted to your needs and goals.
Why It Matters
Strength training helps you tone your body, stay strong as you age, improve balance, reduce joint pain, and move through your day with more ease. You don’t have to lift heavy—just consistently and correctly.

✅ "Do I need to be experienced with lifting to start?"
No. I work with complete beginners as well as clients who have lifted for years. I teach proper form step-by-step and adjust everything to your comfort level.
✅ "Will strength training help me lose weight?"
Yes. Strength training helps you build lean muscle, which supports your metabolis
✅ "Do I need to be experienced with lifting to start?"
No. I work with complete beginners as well as clients who have lifted for years. I teach proper form step-by-step and adjust everything to your comfort level.
✅ "Will strength training help me lose weight?"
Yes. Strength training helps you build lean muscle, which supports your metabolism and makes weight loss more achievable. It also helps prevent weight regain by keeping your muscle mass strong.
✅ "Can strength training help maintain my weight after losing it?"
Absolutely. Maintaining muscle is the key to long-term weight maintenance. Strength training makes your body more efficient at burning calories and helps you keep the results you’ve worked for.
✅ "What if I have joint pain, past injuries, or limitations?"
Every movement can be modified. I specialize in adapting exercises for sore joints, menopause-related stiffness, old injuries, or limited mobility. We go at your pace and keep everything safe.
✅ "Will I get bulky?"
No. The type of strength training we do focuses on lean muscle, tone, and overall strength—not size. Most clients notice improved definition and a more balanced, stronger body.
✅ "How often should I train to see results?"
Most clients see progress with 1–2 sessions per week. Strength definition, energy, and weight changes typically become noticeable within a few consistent weeks.
✅ "Is this good for women going through menopause or on GLP-1s?"
Yes. Both groups often lose muscle quickly. Strength training helps maintain (or rebuild) muscle, which supports weight control, mobility, and overall health.
Located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Training by Melissa
Located in Chagrin Falls • Serving Bainbridge, Auburn, Aurora, South Russell, and Novelty