Health and fitness have been the focus of all that Brittany has done in her life. She grew up immersed in the fitness industry, with her parents owning a gym, her mother being a fitness trainer, and her father hosting body building shows every 4th of July weekend. From an early age she knew how powerful MOVEMENT was for the body and how good it made people feel! Within her academic studies, she was always fascinated with the body and how it works. She aimed to challenge herself and her physical capabilities within her activities as a dancer and runner during high school. Her love of the arts motivated her to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, where she began her career journey. Brittany loved being able to MOVE her audiences through song and dance. She also made a personal commitment to her own health & fitness, engaging in dance classes and exploring various nutritional resources to support her personal knowledge.

 

After several years of professional musical theatre contracts that prompted her to travel across the country, Brittany found herself yearning to continue her education, but this time in Exercise Science. She switched gears, putting her heart and soul into her Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Pittsburgh. She was so intrigued by the power of prevention and helping others make sense of their healthy changes, not only for “right now,” but for LIFE— long-term, consistent, healthy behavior changes. She brought her knowledge and enthusiasm with every role she took on. Brittany started out as a personal trainer and by teaching a multitude of group fitness classes, then as an exercise physiologist, conducting 1:1 wellness consultations and administering fitness assessments, and then designing personalized exercise programming for various populations at corporate wellness centers and Pittsburgh’s Children’s hospital.

 

In between her fitness endeavors she found an opportunity that married both of her worlds, theatre and exercise. Educating audiences through leading on-camera fitness routines for the Walk At Home program, a renowned indoor walking program that has helped so many people get moving through the power of aerobic walking. Additionally, Brittany became a clinical health coach learning to dig deep with her clients, uncovering their barriers and their inner “why,” to better understand them and truly personalize their healthy action plans. To add to her credentials, she then pursued her National Wellness Practitioner Certification from the National Wellness Institute, where she continues her education and continues to connect with other wellness professionals.

 

As she became a mother of 2 boys on her fitness journey, she began to better understand the importance and great need for consistent wellness in her own life. As her time was no longer her own and she no longer had control over the things she used to—this beautiful, but deep layer of motherhood has driven Brittany even further to want to help other moms who are struggling or just need someone to guide them.

 

Brittany is so thrilled to be apart of this Brave Women Project because everyone's journey is unique and everyone’s journey matters— and each of us CAN create what that looks like with the small changes we make each and every day. We have the power— we are brave enough to change for the better!