We’re not just another gym! We’re a coaching studio dedicated to helping you achieve your personal fitness and nutrition goals in a way that fits YOUR life.
Whether you train with us in person or online, you’ll get expert guidance, real accountability, and a sustainable plan designed just for you. From strength training to macro coaching and personalized support, we’re here to help you build lasting habits without the gimmicks, restrictions, or overwhelm. Because your success isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about creating a lifestyle that lasts.
At Empower Fitness, Your Goals Are Our Mission
New to Empower Fitness?
New clients receive a FREE Consultation & Assessment along with your first Personal Training Session!
Nutrition Coaching, Macro Coaching or Health Coaching is eligible for reimbursement with a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or health reimbursement accounts (HRA).
Empower Fitness Programs
ONLINE COACHING
My mission is to provide the structure, accountability, and guidance you need to create lasting success in fitness and nutrition without the overwhelm. No guesswork, no restrictions, and no one-size-fits-all plans. We’ll create a customized approach that fits your lifestyle, preferences, and goals, making healthy choices feel effortless instead of exhausting. I will help you take control of your health in a way that is empowering, realistic and most importantly maintainable.
PRIVATE FITNESS COACHING
I design strength training programs that are built for real results whether your goal is to gain strength, build muscle, lose fat, or simply feel more confident in your body. Every program I write is tailored to the client’s abilities, experience level, and lifestyle, ensuring you train with purpose, not just go through the motions. No fluff, just efficient, effective workouts that maximize your time and energy. Real progress isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what actually works.
PRE/POST NATAL TRAINING
Pregnancy and postpartum are life-changing and your fitness routine should support you, not stress you out. My pre and postnatal training is designed to help you stay strong, safe, and confident whether you’re preparing for labor, recovering postpartum, or rebuilding strength. With a customized approach that adapts to your body and energy levels, you’ll have a plan that works with you, not against you, so you can stay active in a way that feels empowering, not overwhelming.
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Not here to show off meal prep containers or perfectly portioned chicken breast. I outsource my cooking, but when it comes to coaching? That’s all me.
Here’s the gist:
Macros = the 3 nutrients that make up all your calories…protein, carbs, and fat.
🍗 Protein builds muscle and keeps you full.
🥐 Carbs fuel your brain and body.
🥑 Fats support hormones and help you stay satisfied.
And when you hit your macros? You naturally hit your calorie goals without obsessing.
Just like a good recipe: the right ingredients, in the right amounts, and it all comes together.
👇 Drop MYMACROS in the comments and I’ll send you the link to get your own custom macro packet.
#MacrosMadeSimple #CustomMacros #FuelYourBodyRight #MacrosForWomen #NutritionThatWorks #WomensWellness #FitnessOver40 #RealLifeNutrition #SustainableFitness #EatToFeelGood #BalancedNotRestrictive #SanDiegoFitness #SDWellnessCoach #StrongNotExtreme #MacrosExplained #FitnessCoachSanDiego #HealthyHabitsThatStick #MacrosWithoutTheBS #EmpoweredEating
If you’re tired of feeling stuck, confused by all the conflicting nutrition advice, or frustrated that nothing seems to work long-term, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
👉 My online coaching isn’t about quick fixes, restrictive diets, or spending hours in the gym.
It’s about finding a sustainable, realistic approach that works for **YOU**; your body, your schedule, and your goals. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your life, not the other way around.
As your coach, I’ll provide expert guidance in fitness, nutrition, and habit change, helping you develop strategies that are both effective and sustainable.
No more guesswork. No more spinning your wheels.
I’ll help you identify what’s been holding you back and give you the accountability and support to push forward without the all-or-nothing mentality.
Whether you want to lose fat, build muscle, improve performance, or break free from yo-yo dieting, we’ll focus on consistency over perfection, making changes that actually stick.
You deserve a plan that works _with_ your body, not against it. And I’m here to help you make that happen. Comment or DM “CONNECT” for a FREE consultation call 🤗
In 3 months, she was down 20 lbs and nearly 5% body fat.
But the real win? She kept going.
We shifted to body recomposition; focusing on strength, energy, and feeling good in her skin.
We didn’t chase quick fixes.
We built a plan and stuck to it.
This isn’t magic. It’s a plan, consistency, and real support.
If you’re tired of guessing, comment PLAN to learn about my 12-week coaching program or DM me CONNECT and let’s build something that fits your life.
No extremes. No BS. Just me guiding you to real results that actually last. 💪
#WeddingFitness #BodyRecomposition #SanDiegoPersonalTrainer #AccountabilityCoach #WomenInFitness #FitnessAfter40 #TransformationFitNation #RealFitnessRealResults #MacroCoach #FitOver40Women #FitnessForBusyWomen #ToneAndStrong #ConfidenceInMidlife #FitnessJourney2024 #EmpoweredThroughFitness #SustainableWeightLoss
Let’s be real…there’s no shortage of random workouts online.
But if you’ve ever followed a plan meant for someone else and wondered why it didn’t work for you, you’re not alone.
I used to do the same thing. Downloaded the popular plans. Tried the trendy classes. Wondered why I was exhausted but still not getting the results I wanted.
The truth? Those plans weren’t built for me.
And they’re not built for you either.
That’s why I customize every single workout for my clients based on their schedule, goals, energy levels, equipment, and yes…even what kind of week they’re having.
A real plan should make you feel stronger, not more stressed.
💬 Comment PLAN if you want to know what a customized workout could look like for your life. Or drop CONNECT if you’re ready to chat about how we can make it happen with no pressure, just real support.
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need a plan that finally fits.
#CustomizedFitness #Over40Fitness #WomensFitnessCoach #BusyWomanStrong #RealFitnessRealResults #WorkoutPlanThatWorks #EmpoweredNotExhausted #AccountabilityCoach #FitnessForBusyWomen #FitOver40 #HormoneFriendlyFitness #StrengthInMidlife #WorkoutWithPurpose #FitnessWithoutOverwhelm #SustainableFitnessRoutine #NoMoreRandomWorkouts #FitnessForRealLife
I got my sweet tooth from my mom!
But seriously, we love to go out to lunch and getting dessert is always a highlight so I know that has to be where I got my sweet tooth.
And about my amazing organization skills: It cracks me up because I go over to her house and her closet is just chaos and I’m like how do you find anything in here. Oh how I wish she would just let me take over! 😅
I know for sure my love for clothes came from my mom and our shopping trips though, because I fondly remember how we would take these all day shopping trips together and have a blast!
What is your fondest memory with your mom?
#mamaknowsbest #conversationswithmom #shoppingwithmom #mommemories
She started as one of my coaching clients, but now?
She’s the behind-the-scenes magic. The reel wrangler. The chaos controller. The person who holds the camera, the lights, and sometimes my sanity, though let’s be honest, she has zero control over the zoom, and we’ve both accepted that.
What started as coaching and check-ins turned into laughs, real friendship, and someone I now couldn’t imagine doing this without.
She shows up with zero ego, all-in energy, and the kind of support that every woman deserves in her corner. She cheers me on and somehow makes filming feel way less awkward and a whole lot more fun.
The truth is, this business isn’t just about fitness and macros. It’s about building something real with women who lift each other up (and occasionally yell “YOU GOT THIS!” mid-reel filming).
Send this to your content friend!
@rachel.wicker
#WomenSupportingWomen #ContentCreatorLife #SupportSystem #BusinessBestie #ClientTurnedFriend #ReelQueen #HypeWomanEnergy #BehindTheScenesMagic #ContentWithHeart #RealConnections #StrongFemaleFriendships #FitnessWithHeart #EmpoweredTogether #BuildingWithFriends #SupportSquadGoals #BTSRealness #GratitudeInBusiness #LaughThroughTheChaos #SassySupport #friendshipgoals
I get it! I once bought vibrating dumbbells, so trust me, no judgment here.
Its easy to get tempted by a fitness trend that promises to “change your life” 🙄
If you’ve ever thought “There’s gotta be a better way,” there is. Building true core strength doesn’t require circus skills. It just needs a smart, doable plan that actually respects your body and your time.
✨ Ready to ditch the gimmicks and build real strength? DM me CONNECT and let’s chat about your goals. No fluff. No shame.
Just honest support (and probably a few more bad Amazon purchases I’ll laugh about with you).
And seriously…should I let Alice keep this thing? She’s obsessed. Tell me below! 😂
#FitOver40 #RealFitnessRealResults #WomensFitnessCoach #FitnessWithoutTheFluff #SustainableFitness #EmpowerYourJourney #MidlifeFitness #CoreStrength #FitnessForWomenOver40 #WeightedHulaHoopFails #FunNotFads #FitnessThatFits #WorkoutSmarterNotHarder #AccountabilityCoach
If you want to build muscle, reshape your body, and actually see lasting change, you need one key ingredient…
👉 Progressive overload.
That means a strength program that gradually increases your weights, reps, or intensity over time. On purpose, not just by accident.
Bootcamps are fun and great for community, but they’re often too random to help you truly progress.
✨ If your goal is more strength, muscle definition, and a body that feels as strong as it looks comment PLAN and I’ll share what to look for in a program that actually works (and doesn’t leave you guessing week to week).
You deserve more than sweat! You deserve strategy and results!
#StrengthTraining #FitOver40 #WomensFitness #BootcampBurnout #FitnessTips #EmpoweredByStrength #SustainableFitnessForWomen #ProgressiveOverloadMatters #MidlifeStrengthCoach #FitnessWithoutTheFluff #NoMoreRandomWorkouts #accountabilityoverperfection
I used to print every “free 30-day fitness challenge” I could find!
Even hung them on the fridge like this would finally be the one that stuck.
Guess what? The magnet was more consistent than I was. 😅
It’s not that I didn’t care. I just didn’t have a plan that actually worked for me.
Because here’s the truth:
You don’t need another PDF.
You need a plan that fits your life, your energy, and your real goals.
One that makes showing up feel doable, not dreadful.
💬 If you’re nodding along, comment CONNECT and we’ll schedule a free call.
Let’s build something sustainable, something that finally feels like it fits.
Have you ever downloaded something and never looked at it again? You’re not alone. Drop a 🙋🏻♀️ if this is you.
#EmpowerFitnessWellness #RealLifeFitness #SupportOverStrictness #FitnessThatFits #SustainableStrength #MidlifeFitnessCoach #Over40AndStrong #FitnessWithoutTheFluff #CustomFitnessPlan #WomensWellnessJourney #StrongNotStrict #FitnessWithHeart #AccountabilityThatWorks #MacrosMadeSimple #healthynotharsh
SHARE this with your mom!
My mom and I are traveling to Hawaii together I figured it was time to bring up my mom’s favorite swimsuit which I can’t stand:
The Bumblebee.
Should I regret letting my mom do this? 😂 Drop a question below for her to answer in the next episode!
#conversationswithmom #mamaknowsbest #travelingwithmom #mothersday2025
But here’s the truth…
Fitness isn’t about perfection or punishment.
It’s about consistency, support, and doing what actually makes sense for your body in this season of life.
1. I don’t work out 7 days a week. Never have, never will.
2.Walking counts. Seriously. It’s underrated AF.
3.You don’t need to ‘kill’ your workouts to make progress.
4.If you’re over 40, your workouts better match your stress levels, not just your goals.
5. Accountability matters more than motivation. Every time.
These 5 confessions?
They’re what no one tells you but I’m not here to sugarcoat this stuff. I’m here to tell you the truth... and help you feel good doing it.
Which one hit home for you?
Tell me in the comments or send this to your friend who thinks rest days are for the weak (we’ve all got one).
#FitnessInRealLife #Over40Strong #WomensFitnessCoach #MidlifeMovement #SustainableStrength #NotYourAverageTrainer #EmpowerFitnessWellness #AccountabilityOverPerfection #MacrosForWomen #StrongNotStrict #MenopauseFitnessSupport #FitButHuman #PerimenopauseWellness #realtalkrealresults
As your coach, I’m not just here for the perfectly tracked meals or the workouts that go exactly to plan.
I’m here for all of it.
The mess. The mood swings. The skipped workouts.
The small wins. The comebacks. The “holy crap, I actually did it” moments.
Because coaching isn’t just about macros and reps. It’s about helping you build a relationship with your body that isn’t built on shame or extremes.
If you’re tired of doing this alone and you’re looking for someone who will be in your corner no matter what, I’m here for you.
✨ Is motivation something you struggle with too? Drop a 💬 and let’s talk about it.
#CoachWhoCares #NoMoreQuickFixes #SustainableFitness #WomensWellness #RealLifeFitness #AccountabilityCoach #ProgressNotPerfection #EmpoweredWomen #FitnessOver40 #MacrosForWomen #OnlineFitnessCoach #StrongNotStrict #ConsistencyOverPerfection #WomensHealthCoach #EmpowerFitnessJourney
Are you stuck in the “I’ll buy new clothes when I reach my goal” mindset? 🙋♀️
Rachel used to think that too, until she realized how much better she felt showing up for her workouts in clothes that actually FIT her body NOW! 💪
She’s down 30 lbs (woohoo!) and still on her journey, but this shopping trip was all about celebrating progress, not just waiting for perfection.
🔎 Where we shopped: @dickssportinggoods
💸 Best budget finds: DSG (a great Lululemon dupe!)
👚 Takeaway? You don’t need to spend $$$ to feel strong & confident in activewear that supports your body.
Your turn! Where do you find cute, affordable workout clothes? Drop your go-to brands below! ⬇️💬
@rachel.wicker
#FitnessJourney #StrongWomen #CelebrateProgress #DSGActivewear #DicksSportingGoodsFinds #AffordableActivewear #WorkoutClothesThatFit #ProgressNotPerfection #FeelGoodFitness #FitnessStyle #RealLifeFitness #LululemonDupe #DSGStyle #WomenWhoLift #ConfidenceInClothes
Time to turn it up! This is the look I go for when it’s dinner, drinks, or I just want to feel like fancy after a long week of leggings and chaos. Still wearable, still me…just with a little more glow and a lot more confidence.
Want the full product list? Comment “DATE” and I’ll send you the links.
#DateNightMakeup #SoftGlam #EveningMakeup #NightOutLook #GlowUp #HotWifeEnergy #DinnerGlam #FeelGoodFace #FromGymToGlam #EffortlessGlow
This is what happens when the focus isn’t just on food or workouts but on what’s happening behind the behaviors.
This client didn’t just lose 30 pounds, she rewired the way she thinks about health, success, and her own worth.
Because it’s not just about tracking macros or hitting the gym.
It’s about unpacking years of “all or nothing” thinking.
It’s about giving yourself permission to be human.
And it’s about having a coach who sees all of you, not just your check-ins.
We worked through the stuff that most programs ignore:
🧠 Mindset
💬 Emotions
📉 Self-sabotage
And piece by piece, she put it all together…her way.
This is what real, sustainable change looks like. It’s not fast, it’s not flashy but it sticks. And it’s worth it.
#MindsetOverMacros #FoodFreedomJourney #FitnessForMentalHealth #NutritionTherapy #AllOrNothingRecovery #WellnessWithoutRestriction #SustainableChange #WomenInMidlife #RealTalkWellness #StrongMindStrongBody #MacroCoachForWomen #FitnessAfter40 #EmotionalEatingSupport #ConsistencyOverPerfection #MentalHealthMatters #AccountabilityCoach #EmpoweredEating #HealthyMindHealthyBody #ProgressNotPerfection #CoachingWithHeart
Here’s what helps me shake this off..
Reminding myself that we all have down days and there’s strength in not letting this sabotage our progress!
If you feel like you have been falling into this often lately, I can help! A dedicated accountability coach can revolutionize your journey. The relationship between coach and client is unlike any other.
We get to be the one person in your life that can be totally honest with you (BRAVERY ALERT!) We’re also likely one of the few, if not the only person, who’s always in your corner. And that’s pretty darned special!
✨ Comment “COMMIT” to learn more about my accountability program or go to my link in bio.
And don’t forget to share this with a friend who need to see we all go through this!
#FitnessMotivation #StrongWomen #WomensWellness #AccountabilityCoach #ProgressNotPerfection #RealLifeFitness #ConsistencyOverPerfection #EmpoweredThroughFitness #MindsetMatters #WellnessWithoutPressure #SanDiegoWellness #SanDiegoFitnessCoach #FitnessSupportSD #SDWomenWhoLift
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