Kristina is one of those special trainers that you don’t come across very often. She is attentive, knowledgeable, dependable, caring and crazy fit herself. I have trained with her since the start of the pandemic (by video) and its been the best and consistent workouts for me these past 2.5 years. I have enjoyed them so much. Kristina keeps it interesting and challenging each session. She cares about how I am feeling overall, at the start of each session, and is excellent at gauging my energy level. She knows when to push harder or not push that day. She has given me so many positive tips on everything about health, fitness and nutrition. Kristina is an excellent trainer.
Kristina’s virtual group strength classes are upbeat, fun, and challenging. She provides exercise variations for whatever equipment the participants have: bands, weights, or every day items which make her classes accessible to almost everyone. Additionally, as the groups are small, she takes into consideration each participants’ current injuries and health limitations, offering alternative exercises when necessary. Kristina’s number one goal is to help her clients improve their overall health. She frequently reminds her participants of the correct way to breathe during exercise and finishes most mobility classes practicing breath work for focus and relaxation.
I first started working out with Kristina in 2009 when I was 53. I knew that if I wanted to remain physically active for the rest of my life and minimize injuries, I needed to develop better physical conditioning. Tennis was my main sport, a sport that is very hard on your joints.
I found Kristina to be a very knowledgeable and focused trainer. During her sessions with you, you can expect her to be 100% attentive to what you are doing and how you are doing it. She also listens very well and helps you overcome any issues you may have with any particular exercise. Her programs are tailor made for you and will develop as your skills and conditioning develops. And she is also great fun to work out with.
Sadly, my husband and I left Vancouver in 2015. We now live on the east coast. I was very sad not to have Kristina as my personal coach any longer. But earlier this year, with the Covid lockdown, I learnt that Kristina was going to start training on Zoom. I immediately signed up for a weekly group class and a weekly personal training session. Recently, I also signed up with her weekly half hour stretch and mobility class.
This could not have come at a better time. I had been having issues with my hips. I felt I had lost quite a bit of mobility and strength, most likely from primarily exercising on my stationary bike and not enough functional strength training. But now, most of my strength and mobility have come back, thanks to Kristina.
Once we had started our workout sessions, we both said: “Why had we not thought of this on-line training option before?” I love our Zoom sessions. I have some basic things – a mat, some bands, a handful of free weights, and, of course, my own body weight! Kristina is very creative in creating an effective workout session with what you have.
With zoom, I can work out with Kristina in the convenience of my own home. We were even able to continue our personal sessions when Kristina was traveling through BC! I also enjoy being part of the group class since you do feel and feed off the energy of the other participants.
I feel very lucky that I have Kristina back as my trainer. Once the Covid lock down is completely over and we can safely go to the gym again, I hope Kristina will maintain some time for zoom clients. I may be on the east coast, but my favourite trainer is on the west coast!
I’ve been training with Kristina in the group virtual sessions since the onset of Covid and it has been such a blessing! With my busy schedule, working out at home but feeling I am part of the group every week has been effective and motivating. What I like the most is that she personalizes the exercise routine based on the group’s specific needs (injuries/limitations) which allows me to actually do the full workout. During the sessions, Kristina pays close attention to each individual, offers corrections to ensure you get the most out of the exercises and follows-up directly with you (after the session) if she notices something you may need help with. Her enthusiasm, encouragement and expertise is so appreciated, thank you Kristina for really caring so much about your customers!
My son Tim organized this multi-generational bike trip to celebrate my big birthday this year! Ranging in ages from 18 months to 70 years, we all rode the Galloping Goose on Vancouver Island together and had a brilliant time.
In past years, I could never have envisaged biking with my grandchildren, children, daughter-in-law, husband and friends – all surely made possible by joining Kristina’s awesome bike-training group five years ago where I conquered (some of) my fear of riding and gained some useful skills as well.
Thank you, Kristina! This was a very special day for me and my gang!
