Carrie Felix
West Bend,WI
Summary
Experienced personal trainer and health coach with a strong background in goal setting, corrective exercise, and injury prevention. Known for customized programming, clear communication, and motivating clients to improve safely and consistently.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal-trainer
Coaching With Carrie, LLC
West Bend WI
01.2021 - Current
- Coached clients through strength, mobility, and conditioning sessions with clear technique cues.
- Monitored progress and adjusted workout plans based on performance, recovery, and client feedback.
- Conducted movement assessments to identify imbalances, improve form, and reduce injury risk.
- Designed customized training programs aligned with client goals, fitness levels, and movement limitations.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with a positive and friendly approach.
- Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including progress notes, goal tracking updates allowing for easy assessment adjustments when needed.
Adjunct Professor
Moraine Park Technical College
West Bend, WI
01.2018 - 08.2025
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials aligned with accreditation standards.
- Instructed assigned courses using college curriculum and program learning outcomes.
- Assessed student progress through assignments, exams, and performance-based evaluations.
- Maintained accurate attendance, grades, and academic records within the learning management system.
- Collaborated with department faculty to update course content and instructional practices.
- Taught Personal Training, Group Fitness & Health Coaching courses, providing instruction to up to 15 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
Personal Trainer
Kettle Moraine YMCA
West Bend, WI
02.2013 - 01.2021
- Designed progressive workouts aligned with member goals and abilities.
- Designed progressive workouts aligned with member goals and abilities
- Collaborated with other fitness professionals to design effective cross-training programs.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Taught and ran the LiveSTRONG Cancer Survivor program for 2 years
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs
- Organized fun and engaging gym challenges to foster camaraderie among members and promote healthy competition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
UW Whitewater
Whitewater, WI12-1993
Certified Health Coach - Health & Wellness
ACE Fitness
San Diego CA10-2017
Certified Personal Trainer - Health & Wellness
ACE Fitness
San Diego CA10-2012
Skills
- Body composition analysis
- Client goal alignment
- Corrective exercises
- Injury prevention
- Nutrition and weight loss management
- Fitness assessment
- Weight management strategies
- Nutrition promotion
- Healthy lifestyle advocacy
- Lifestyle advocacy
- Fitness nutrition advice
Timeline
Personal-trainer
Coaching With Carrie, LLC
01.2021 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Moraine Park Technical College
01.2018 - 08.2025
Personal Trainer
Kettle Moraine YMCA
02.2013 - 01.2021
Certified Health Coach - Health & Wellness
ACE Fitness
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
UW Whitewater
Certified Personal Trainer - Health & Wellness
ACE Fitness