Melissa Dobkin

Training for ten years

My passion for fitness began in college, when the gym first became “my home away from home.”  I have been studying the body, nutrition, and exercise since 1998, but I first began my personal training career in 2003.   I have since continued my career in the fitness industry as a Wellness Coach with Body ‘N Sync.  The lifestyle changes I have seen in my clients led me to continue my education in fitness, supplementation, and overall wellness.   I am currently working on my certification as a Weight Loss Specialist from Proevity, a certification for medical professionals.   When it comes to personal training, I have experience working with athletes in sports such as swimming, dance, cheerleading, soccer, football, and golf.  I also work with adults and children with a variety of fitness goals.  I more recently began teaching group exercise classes in 2007 as well.  I teach step, abs/core, Tabata, Spin, and sports conditioning classes.  I leave each fitness class with more energy and am sure to make sure each of my participants is satisfied as well.   I summited  Mt. Rainier two years ago after training for hours on the stair mill with a 30-40lb pack on my back, practicing with stair climbs up the Sears/Willis Tower, and building core strength.  It was an experience I will never forget.   Because of my experiences, I hope to help others train for their own  life changing events such as climbing a mountain, completing a century ride, training for a marathon or any other physical endeavors.

I genuinely enjoy helping others learn about wellness, while providing workout regimes, supplement guidelines, and quality of life solutions.   Educating others in the world of health has become my passion.