Terri Thornton

My name is Terri Thornton and I am so lucky to have one of the best jobs as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor.  I love my job as it allows me to help my clients feel better, function better in their daily lives and improve their mental and emotional well being. Additionally, it allows me to combine fitness with my passion for performing and motivating people.

I graduated from Indiana University with a business degree and have obtained numerous jobs within the business world however I have always included fitness and dance in my life.  I was a NFL cheerleader with the Atlanta Falcons and once my cheering career ended I obtained my group fitness certification.  What better way to combine fitness with performing and I still have the same passion for teaching as I did nearly 18 years ago when I taught my first hi/lo class at Bally's Total Fitness. Over these years I have been lucky to meet so many wonderful people and am proud to have contributed to their success in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I have taught numerous formats and enjoy them all as diversity allows me to tailor my classes to my clients' needs.  Additionally, my personal training expertise has allowed me to take my classes to the next level. My classes are well attended because I make sure that each person has a fun yet safe experience and eagerly anticipates attending the next class.

I have been happily married for 22 years, have two teenagers and two dogs. As such, my life can be busy and demaning however fitness has always been there for me.  As I tell my clients; always include fitness whether it be lifting, cycling, dancing but just keep moving because working out equips you to tackle the daily challenges of life.

I look forward to being added to the Fit Bodies family and meeting many new people and offering them great classes.