Heather Edwards
Personal Trainer, Exercise Physiologist
Summary
Certified Personal Trainer offers 30 years of experience guiding diverse clients to successfully achieve health and wellness goals. Results-oriented and adaptable with passion for designing training and nutrition plans to maximize performance, improve endurance and increase overall wellbeing. Strategic thinker with exceptional health and wellness expertise.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Personal Trainer
Equinox High Line
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
Gymnastics Coach
Astro Gymnastics
Lawrence, NJ
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Taught students how to perform split leaps, back handsprings and other special techniques.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Dance Acrobatics Instructor
Dance World Academy
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
Trampoline and Tumbling Coach
Elite Trampoline Academy
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
Intern
Evolve Fitness Studio
Millburn, NJ
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
Sports Performance Intern
Redline Athletics
Morristown, NJ
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Led daily training sessions for more than 25 high-performance youth athletes.
Owner/Competitive Coach
Motion Sports Academy
Hopewell, NJ
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Competitive Team Director and Coach
Motion Gymnastics
Pennington, NJ
08.1995 - 06.2017
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Physiology
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science And Kinesiology
Concordia University, St. Paul
Saint Paul, MN 05.2001 -
Skills
Exercise Program Design
Physical Conditioning
Service Marketing
Strength Training
Class Instruction
Exercise program design
Personal training and coaching
Health and wellness
First Aid and CPR
Motivational
Knowledge of human anatomy
Group and individual instruction
Critical Thinking
Dependable and Responsible
Self-Motivated
Attention to Detail
Certification
Pain-Free Performance Specialist
Hobbies
I am an avid gardner. I love working with plants and creating pollinator spaces in our yard. I started a vegetable garden last year as well as our multiple flower gardens.I also do recreational weightlifting.
Timeline
Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
12-2023
Personal Trainer
Equinox High Line
08.2023 - 02.2024
Gymnastics Coach
Astro Gymnastics
06.2023 - 12.2023
Pain-Free Performance Specialist
05-2023
Trampoline and Tumbling Coach
Elite Trampoline Academy
01.2023 - 11.2023
ACSM Exercise Physiologist
12-2022
US Weightlifting Coach Level 1
11-2022
Dance Acrobatics Instructor
Dance World Academy
09.2022 - 12.2023
Intern
Evolve Fitness Studio
09.2022 - 02.2023
Sports Performance Intern
Redline Athletics
05.2022 - 09.2022
Owner/Competitive Coach
Motion Sports Academy
08.2017 - 04.2021
Master of Science - Applied Physiology
Concordia University Chicago
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science And Kinesiology
Concordia University, St. Paul
05.2001 -
Competitive Team Director and Coach
Motion Gymnastics
08.1995 - 06.2017