Niagara Personal Trainer Fitness Training Embrace Fitness Andrea Andi Miller
About Embrace Fitness
I'm Andrea Miller - but you can call me Andi. I am the owner/operator of Embrace Fitness.
I am a lifetime resident of the Niagara Region and I'm the proud mom to four awesome children, Benjamin, Jacob, Hannah and Isaac.
In 2001, a few (fortunately temporary) health issues made me realize that I needed to change how I was living. My eating habits were atrocious. I was completely sedentary and my self esteem was none too healthy either. I was too young to feel so old!
With just a vague idea of what I needed to do, I began to make small changes a little bit at a time. It was a struggle, sometimes an all out battle. I had no guidance and no real plan. I just kept doing small things. I improved my eating habits and lost weight. I joined a women's gym and began exercising regularly. Most importantly, I learned to love and value the person I am.
Who knew I was capable of so much?
Within three months, my health was back on track and the club manager asked ME to come and work for her! If I could make these changes, then I could help other make them too! She saw in me an ability to inspire others. That ability, along with my newfound passion for healthy living and a sincere love for people, set me on the course that has brought me to where I am today; the owner of Embrace Fitness
Andi's Clients Say . . .
"Life style changes have never been easy for me. Years of reduced activity took its toll on my without my realizing it. I have walked regularly for years and have tried to eat a balanced diet. I thought I was doing alright. Then my daughter who is a Neuromuscular Therapist assessed me and found that my hips and knees were not doing well. Indeed my muscle tone had decreased sharply. On her advice I joined the gym and hired a Personal Trainer - Andi."
"Andi assessed me holistically. She helped me see the whole health picture - diet, rest, exercise and stress management. She continues to teach me the importance of both cardio and strength training. She guides me at my own rate to challenge my limits. Without her expertise I would not have achieved the results I have so far. I probably would have hurt myself or given up. At times she inspires me, at times she hurts me - but she always gets the best out of me and I feel safe in her care. And she continues to motivate me through interesting anecdotes from her training or personal experience."
"Joining a gym is a good start but anyone who wants to pursue good health and wellness must have a Personal Trainer. I highly recommend Andi Miller - she has the depth of background and training to offer anyone a challenging and beneficial total program."
Susan (Age 53)
Andrea Miller's Fitness Trainer Certifications
Can-Fit-Pro Personal Trainer Specialist
As a Can-Fit-Pro Personal Trainer Specialist, I am skilled at designing effective workouts based on the needs of each individual client. I provide education and demonstration of correct exercise technique, ensuring that my clients have a safe, healthy and enjoyable exercise experience. I communicate with my clients in a way that is genuine, honest and professional. I encourage my clients to pursue a happy and balanced lifestyle and offer support and encouragement to all exercisers.
Can-Fit-Pro Older Adult Specialist
As a Can-Fit-Pro Older Adult Specialist, I am familiar with the necessary precautions of older adult fitness. I provide practical advice for setting fitness goals with currently active and newly active older adults as well as practical modifications for exercise intensity and exercise techniques. I take a specialized approach to exercise and activity for the older adults and offer them fitness information, activity choices and individual program design.
Can-Fit-Pro Nutrition and Wellness Specialist
As a Can-Fit-Pro Nutrition and Wellness Specialist, I am able to provide my clients with Nutritional and Weight Management Counseling. I am skilled at developing stress management solutions and healthy lifestyle strategies. I endorse a holistic approach to well being and will offer referrals to nutrition and wellness professionals as appropriate.
YMCA Group Fitness Leader
As a YMCA Group Fitness Leader, I am able to design and lead a balanced fitness class that addresses all the basic components of fitness. The emphasis on each component varies according to the objective of my class. I am adept at leading a challenging class while providing exercise modifications to accommodate all fitness levels.
Resist-A-Ball C.O.R.E. Level 1
The Resist-A-Ball C.O.R.E. Level 1 certification gives me a solid understanding of the benefits of stability ball training. I am familiar with numerous strength and flexibility exercises, teaching techniques and cueing. Stability ball training is often a major component of the exercise programs I design for my clients.
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
I maintain a current certification in CPR Level C and Standard First Aid.