Lorraine Goodwin

   I am a mother of three, including 19 year old twins, and have an adorable 5 year old and 2 year old grandson.  I have been teaching group exercise classes and personal training for over 20 years and I love my job!  I thrive on reaching new exercisers.  About 9 years ago, I had been promoted from a personal trainer at the club I was working at to their Fitness Director and then to their Club Manager.  After 7 months of sitting behind a desk, on the phone, I left the high paying job, with great benefits, to go back to doing what I love at the Wellness Center I had previously worked at - working hands on with people.  I teach 14 various style classes a week and fill the rest of my week with personal training.  I encounter women and men of all ages and fitness levels, as well as various health issues.  Connecting with people who are new to a regular exercise program, motivating them to keep going, watching their progress and enabling them to improve their quality of life through regular physical exercise, inspires me.  I was recently recognized in my current position for exceeding the expectations for service to our clients.  I have received 8 "Guardian Angel" awards in the past 7 years from very satisfied clients whom each made a generous donation, in my name, to our non-profit facility.  I have been told many times that "I was put on this earth to do what I do" and that makes me very proud.  I have achieved certifications through AFAA, ACE, NSCA and ZUMBA.  I attend workshops and seminars to earn credits to keep them all current.   AND...I just completed my 2nd TRI-STATE Tough Mudder in Englishtown, NJ.