Elizabeth Brooks

With over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry Elizabeth is a Certified NASM/AFAA Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor.  Elizabeth is a Master Personal Trainer with Sport&Health Club in Washington, DC and holds certifications in TRX training, Women’s Health Specialist, Boxing and Kickboxing, Strength & Conditioning and Functional Movement Systems.  Elizabeth is also a Health & Safety Instructor for The American Red Cross.  She is a passionate trainer and coach and believes deeply that “Fitness Begins With Correct Thinking.”

While earning her B.A. in English at the University of the District of Columbia, Elizabeth began her career in the fitness industry as an “aerobics” instructor for Spa Lady!  She discovered her competitive side and began to compete and win prizes in various fitness and martial arts competitions including The Fitness America Pageant, Ms. Fitness USA and the U.S. National Aerobics Championship.  She has been an AFAA Workshop Presenter and speaker and has produced three exercise videos.  Elizabeth is regularly interviewed and has been featured in articles in the Washingtonian, HillRag, Self Magazine and The Washington Post.  As an adjunct professor at George Washington University Elizabeth teaches Boxing and CardioKickboxing for the Lifestyle, Sport and Physical Activity Program in the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences.  She enjoys working with clients from pre- and postnatal moms to older adults interested in strength and conditioning to athletes.  Her enthusiasm and joy for teaching and coaching are apparent in every class and training session she has.  Elizabeth enjoys reading and cooking as hobbies.