Debbie Roper

I have dedicated my life to helping people improve their quality of life through health, fitness, wellness and preventative care. Throughout my 48-year career in medicine, I educated and encouraged patients to take an active role in their health and wellbeing. I strongly believe many healthcare problems can be prevented or significantly reduced through proper fitness, nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
After recently retiring from my medical career, I chose to refocus my energy on personal wellness and fitness coaching. This transition has renewed my passion for helping others become stronger, healthier and more confident in their daily life. I understand, firsthand the importance of maintaining strength, endurance, balance and mobility especially as we age.
My goal as a personal trainer is to motivate and guide individuals at every stage of their fitness journey. Whether someone is just beginning strength training, working toward weight loss goals, improving balance or striving for better overall wellness, I am committed to providing encouragement, education and individual support.
I am excited for this next chapter and look forward to helping others discover that it is not simply the years in your life that matter, but the life in your years.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Science – University of Central Arkansas
- Master of Health Science – Lock Haven University
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Personal Trainer – National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Certified Aquatic Fitness Professional – Aquatic Exercise Association
- Certified Group Exercise Instructor – The Cooper Institute
- CPR and AED – National CPR Foundation
EXPERIENCE
- Retired Physician Assistant (25+ years)
- Group Exercise Instructor
- Previous Owner/Operator of a Family Health Club
- Long Distance Endurance Athlete (Full and Half Marathons and Triathlons)
AREAS OF FOCUS
- Beginning Strength Training
- Injury Prevention
- Long Distance Training
- Balance
- Muscle Toning
- Nutrition Coaching
- Weight Loss
PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
- Raised 3 wonderful children
- Completed many marathons, half marathons & triathlons
- Bicycled part of Ireland
- Summited Mount Kilimanjaro for my 60th birthday
HOBBIES
- Running
- Hiking
- Group Exercise Classes
- Reading
- Travel
- Family Get-Togethers
- Personal Educational Development
Ages: 13 years old & up
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