In the world of fitness trainers, there are many amazing women to look up to. So many in fact, it is a hard list to rank. Not only is personal training a very subjective industry, but the list can also change based on personal opinions, and how they are ranked. That being said, here is our list of the top 7 famous fitness trainers female edition.
Jillian Michaels
Jillian Michaels is a personal trainer, TV personality, author, and business woman from Los Angeles. She is well known for her starring role in reality series “The Biggest Loser”, as well as her personal show “Just Jillian”.
Not only a TV star, Jillian is a bestselling author, with many books to her name. Some of her most popular books include “Master Your Metabolism” and “Making the Cut“.
It doesn’t stop there! Jillian is also famous for her fitness DVD series, and her App that gives you custom workout and meal plans.
Jillian Michaels is a certified personal trainer and holds multiple certifications in the fitness and wellness industry. She has trained and certified under several organizations, including:
- National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA)
- Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
- Yoga Alliance
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- CanFitPro
She is also a certified nutrition coach and holds certifications in Kettlebell training, Pilates, and Group fitness instruction.
Complementing her certifications, Jillian has over two decades experience as a personal trainer and has worked with athletes, celebrities, and everyday people.
Kayla Itsines
Kayla Itsines is an Australian personal trainer, entrepreneur, and author. She is well known for her BBG program (Bikini Body Guide), a series of high intensity, circuit based workouts for at home or in the gym. As any good trainer would offer, the program also includes a nutrition guide.
In the early days, Kayla Itsines started her career as a personal trainer and quickly gained a following for her effective workout methods. She then developed the BBG program and began sharing it with her clients and followers. The program achieved it’s famous status through word of mouth, and going viral on social media. This popularity led to the creation of her company Sweat, along with a supporting mobile app.
Kayla is certified through the Australian Institute of Fitness, and is also a very experienced nutritionist. Not only that, but she is a bestselling author as well! She has written many books, most notably “The Bikini Body 28-Day Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Guide” and “The Bikini Body Motivation & Habits Guide“.
With all her hard work, persistence, and dedication, Kayla Itsines has led her company to become a global brand, and one of the most popular fitness apps.
Jen Widerstrom
Jen Widerstrom is a personal trainer, TV personality, and author from the U.S.A. Like Jillian Michaels, she is famous for her starring role on the NBC reality television series “The Biggest Loser”.
Not only known for her TV work, Jen Widerstrom is also a bestselling author! Her book “Diet Right for Your Personality Type: The Revolutionary 4-Week Weight-Loss Plan that Works for You” quickly added to her already growing fame. She also frequently contributes to the publication Women’s Health, and Shape, where she writes about health, wellness, and of course fitness.
If that wasn’t enough, Jen is also a motivational speaker with her own website. She shares her best advice on healthy living, world class workout tips, as well as personal stories. With an undeniable positive attitude, she takes an empowerment approach to fitness. She encourages you to focus on your strengths, and make positive changes in your life.
Jen is the real deal. She holds certifications from the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Along with being a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), she has achieved the status of fitness director at several famous gyms in Los Angeles.
Cassey Ho
Cassey Ho is a famous personal trainer, fitness instructor, and business woman from America. Most known as the creator of Blogilates, a very popular fitness website as well as YouTube channel. Her work mainly features healthy life tips, and exercise videos.
In the beginning, Cassey began her career as a Pilates instructor, and personal trainer. After years of hard work, she started Blogilates around 2009. Initially Blogilates was a way for her to share training methods, advice, and tips with a wide audience.
Since its creation, the Blogilates community has gained millions of followers from around the world. Sticking to what she knows best, Cassey Ho’s exercise sessions are primarily centered around Pilates and bodyweight exercises. Her approach puts an emphasis on form, alignment, and functional movements. To recover and repair after workouts, she also gives her audience proven meal plans and recipes.
You can’t stop Cassey there, she has also written her own book “Hot Body Year Round: The Pop Pilates Plan to Get Slim, Eat Clean, and Live Happy“. Not only that, but she has her own fitness app “Body by Blogilates”, and line of merchandise “POPFLEX”.
Known for her upbeat, and energetic style, Cassey has an extraordinary ability to make fitness fun and accessible for people of all stages in their fitness journeys.
Cassey Ho is certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the PhysicalMind Institute, she is also a certified nutrition coach. Like Jen Widerstrom, she can be seen featured in the publication Women’s Health, Shape, Fitness Magazine.
Lita Lewis
Lita Lewis is an entrepreneur, fitness model, and personal trainer from America. She is famous for her bodyweight exercises with a focus on functional movement, and for her advocacy on body positivity.
Lita was made famous for her original approach to fitness and wellness. She has a deep love for helping people at all stages of their fitness journey to feel good, and reach their desired goals.
Early on in Lita’s career she was certified as a personal trainer, then becoming a popular fitness model. Staying focused and dedicated to her career, she has grown a large following on Instagram and YouTube.
Not just a social media star, Lita Lewis has her own fitness app https://www.litalewisapp.com/ where she publishes content around her fitness routines, motivational messaging, and healthy life tips. Playing to her strengths, the program is accessible to anyone online, and has an emphasis on functional movement, body positivity, and bodyweight exercises. She has also developed her own line of fitness apparel.
Lita Lewis is a rock star in the world of fitness training. She is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Along with certifications as a nutrition coach, she has also been featured in Women’s Health and Shape.
Anna Victoria
Anna Victoria is also an entrepreneur, fitness model, and personal trainer from America. She specializes in functional movement, bodyweight exercises, and strength training. Starting her career as a certified personal trainer, she began to level up and attracted a huge following on Instagram and YouTube.
As she perfected her craft, Anna created a fitness program called “The Fit Body Guides“. These online workout programs focus on her core strengths: functional movement, bodyweight exercises, and strength training. She also owns her own website https://annavictoria.com/ that details her exercise routines, and is complimented with healthy life tips, and motivation.
Anna Victoria is as legit as they come. She is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). As we have seen many times before, she supports those credentials with certifications as nutrition coach.
Christine Bullock
Christine Bullock is a famous wellness advocate, fitness expert, personal trainer, and entrepreneur. She is well known for her big picture approach to wellness and fitness, with a focus on nutrition and lifestyle.
Known for her ability to make exercise engaging and accessible for people of all stages in their fitness journey. She is loved for her positive attitude and empowerment within fitness. Christine encourages her clients to focus on their strengths and make positive changes in their lives.
Christine has dedicated herself to her career, creating apps, exercise podcasts, and DVD programs. Her programs consist of routines that focus on functional movement, bodyweight exercises, and strength training. She also has her own website https://christinebullock.com/ where she shares her workout routines with her followers.
Christine Bullock is a certified personal trainer and holds certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE).
That concludes our top 7 famous fitness trainers female edition
Those are some of the most notable women personal trainers in the world, but don’t forget there are many other great trainers out there. It’s crucial to remember that personal training is a very personal and individual experience, so what works for one person may not work for another. It’s always a good idea to do your research and try out different personal trainers until you find the one that best suits your needs and goals.
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