Teressa Farough

I began my fitness journey somewhat unexpectedly when I was diagnosed with cardio-myopathy in 2009.  At the advice of my doctor, I started working out and eating healthier with losing weight and improving my cardio-vascular health in mind.  Enter Zumba Fitness!  Zumba became part of my everyday routine and the benefits were unbelievable.  The weight came off, my body felt strong and flexible and the biggest benefit was the improved cardiovascular effect.  It didn't take long for me to fall in love with Zumba Fitness and make it my passion.  I received my Zumba Basic license in 2011 and never looked back.  Soon after, I brought my love of fitness to my hometown and opened a boutique studio in Clarkston, Michigan called Mueva Fitness.  Our philosophy has always been to make fitness fun and a "want to" instead of a "have to".  I want everyone to know that their health and well-being is in their hands.  It's never too late to make health a priority and incredible results can be attained.  In 2018, 9 years after my diagnosis, I am medication free and fall within normal limits with regard to my heart function.  I'm so grateful to Zumba Fitness and so excited to continue to be able to change lives for the better.

I received my Group Fitness Exercise certification from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America in 2015.  I currently teach Zumba, Zumba Toning, Strong Nation, and Cardio-drumming.  I am licensed in the formats listed in addition to Zumba Gold and Zumba Kids.

I am married to my high school sweetheart and will be celebrating 35 years of marriage in 2022.  I have three boys who I am very proud of; Zack 28, Tristan 26, and Evan 24.