Gina Garcia

Gina Garcia has nearly 30-years of experience in the fitness industry.  She began her journey with undergraduate studies then an advanced degree in physical education in Nalchik, Russia.  She went on to open her own gym, “Shaping Center”, in Russia.  In 1999, Gina immigrated to the United States.  She became fluent in English and earned certifications from AFAA, ACE, Cooper Institute, and many other specialty fitness organizations.  Gina is a current ACSM-certified Exercise Physiologist.  For the past decade, Gina has served Southern Methodist University in the Department of Campus Recreation.  She began as a SMU personal trainer and now runs the whole program, as the Assistant Director of Fitness!  Gina is passionate about spreading the love of health and wellness.  She is one of the Cooper Institute’s certification advisory board members.