Hi, I’m Dori, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way to my website.
My journey into fitness and wellness began long before I became a mother in 2015, but it was that life-changing experience that truly shifted my perspective on what it means to be healthy and strong.
Before becoming a mom, my approach to fitness was all about physical strength. But once I gave birth, everything changed. My priorities, my body, and even my sleep patterns were suddenly in flux. I began to realize that true well-being goes beyond the number on the scale or the weights on the barbell.
I can create quality, tailor made sessions to reach my clients’ goals effectively.
For women, a training session is never just about exercising. It’s “strength therapy”. It’s good for the body and good for the soul.
That starts with me educating and training my mind and body with as much as I can to create quality, tailor made sessions to reach my clients’ goals effectively.
How Exercise Helped My Client Heal After Loss
A year after losing her mother, my 44-year-old client came to me looking for an outlet for her grief. She had spent years as an aerobics and trampoline instructor, always maintaining an active lifestyle. But after her mother’s passing, she needed something more—something to help her navigate the emotional storm she was facing.
From the beginning, our sessions became more than just workouts; they were a safe space for her to release emotions. We focused on cardiovascular fitness, strength, pelvic floor health, balance, and power. But some days, structured training took a backseat. When she needed to let out frustration or sadness, we did intense padwork or high-energy circuits—sweat became her therapy.
Over time, her dedication transformed not just her mind, but her body as well. Her shape changed dramatically—her glutes became defined, her tummy flattened, and she felt stronger than ever. When we incorporated nutrition coaching, the results became even more evident. By building sustainable dietary habits, she achieved a physique she hadn’t seen in years.
Her journey is a testament to the power of movement. Exercise isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about healing, empowerment, and resilience. Grief is a heavy burden, but channeling emotions through physical activity can be life-changing. If you’re struggling, remember—your body and mind are connected, and movement can help you rebuild both.
Regaining Strength and Confidence: A Journey of Resilience
When I first started working with my client—a determined 74-year-old woman—she had already overcome multiple challenges. She had undergone a hip and knee replacement, and in 2021, after a severe fall down the stairs, she needed a total reverse shoulder replacement. By the time we met, she had very little range of motion in her injured shoulder and was afraid to use her arm, fearing she might injure it again.
Our first goal was simple but crucial: rebuilding trust in her shoulder. We started with gentle mobility exercises, focusing on slow and controlled movements. Over time, as her confidence grew, we introduced bodyweight exercises, followed by resistance bands. Six months in, we carefully incorporated light dumbbells, always prioritizing proper form and control.
But strength alone wasn’t enough—we also worked on balance and core stability. Through targeted exercises mimicking daily activities, like squats (to stand up from a chair) and overhead presses (to place dishes in a cupboard), she regained both strength and independence.
Her progress has been nothing short of inspiring. She now has full range of motion in her shoulder, but more importantly, she has regained confidence in her body. Her biggest victories? Carrying a heavy bag of soil to her garden and climbing a stepladder to change a lightbulb—tasks that once seemed impossible.
Her journey proves that with patience, persistence, and the right guidance, it’s never too late to rebuild strength and reclaim independence.
When my client first came to me, she was exhausted—like, “fall-asleep-standing” exhausted. She had a significant diastasis recti (abdominal separation), carpal tunnel syndrome, and was breastfeeding, which meant her energy levels were all over the place. On top of that, she was craving sweets constantly, making it hard to keep her nutrition in check. Before maternity leave, she had been a tennis instructor, and her goal was crystal clear: return to work feeling strong, fit, and ready to move.
We started with the basics—core stability, breathwork, and slowly closing the abdominal gap. I won’t lie, this part isn’t glamorous. It’s not the kind of workout that leaves you dripping in sweat, but it’s the foundation that makes everything else possible. And wow, did she commit! By the end of her maternity leave, her core strength was solid, her cardiovascular fitness was up, and she felt like herself again. We also tackled her nutrition, swapping out sugar-loaded snacks for healthier (but still delicious) alternatives.
Then came baby number two, and we kept going! This time, we focused on breathwork, pelvic floor strength, and adapting her workouts so she could stay active safely. She powered through, proving that with the right approach, motherhood and fitness can absolutely go hand in hand!
From Knee Replacement to Ski Slopes: A Remarkable Comeback
My client is in her mid-fifties, with four grown-up kids and an active lifestyle, she had never set foot in a gym or lifted a weight. Then, in 2022, life threw her a curveball—a full knee replacement.
Three months post-op, we started training together. It was all brand new for her, but she showed up, eager to learn. I worked closely with her physiotherapist to ensure her rehab stayed on track. Not long into our sessions, she realized that losing some weight would ease the pressure on her knee. So, we tackled her nutrition, fine-tuning her diet while keeping her accountable with weekly check-ins.
Her commitment skyrocketed. One session a week turned into two, then three. She did her “homework” between sessions, and the results came fast. Her strength increased, her body shape transformed, and most importantly—her knee became stronger and more mobile.
Fast forward 10 months post-op, and she was back on her motorbike, conquering a two-week tour. A little over a year after her surgery? She hit the ski slopes again!
Her journey is proof that it’s never too late to start, and that with the right mindset, guidance, and consistency, anything is possible. Age, injuries, and past habits don’t define you—your actions do.
