Geraldine Carpinone

My passion for fitness started at 36 when healthy living became a natural part of my life.  Prior to that in adolescent years, I was active in English horse riding and marching band, which is where I developed upper and lower body tone.  While graduating from the University of West Florida then Georgia State University, I focused mainly on my career in Marketing Communications.  After years in “corporate America,” I realized life is about balancing mind and body.  I eagerly entered into a gym to start my fitness journey with light cardio and toning workouts.  I gradually developed an obsessive passion for health and wellness and helping others achieve their fitness goals.

I became certified to teach a barbell strength program in 2007 followed by kickboxing in 2010.  I earned a Group Fitness certification in 2012 and added aqua, circuit training, HIIT and other strength/cardio programs to my teaching list.

I have juggled a Marketing career and home life with my “rescued” children – chocolate Labrador Retrievers – while continuing my passion for fitness.  I understand personally the challenges of being a career woman and trying to fit in exercise.  I am proud to be a fit and mature woman in the 50+ category (shhh…don’t tell anyone!).  I hope to share my enthusiasm for fitness with other fitness-minded individuals.