MEET THE TEAM
We are a small but mighty team who is ready to help you feel strong and healthy! Whether you’re looking for workouts from Amy, nutrition guidance from Vivian, or have a question for Kurt, we are here for you!
We are a small but mighty team
MEET YOUR TRAINER
HER MISSION
Make fitness accessible to everyone.
WHAT IS SHE LIKE?
Amy is what you see in her workout videos: high energybut laid back, fun but all about getting it done, and caring and positive (at least she hopes you think so!)
WHAT MAKES HER LEGIT?
Amy is a certified personal trainer and fitness instructor with 15+ years of experience in the industry. She has a Masters of Science Degree in Exercise Science from Concordia University in Chicago, and two undergraduate degrees from Virginia Tech. Amy is a certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and a Pre/Postnatal Performance Training Specialist, and is passionate about helping women navigate fitness during pregnancy, postpartum and life as a mom. She has trained clients of all ages and fitness levels, and has training in kettlebells, TRX, pilates, sports specific training, nutrition and boxing. Amy is the Pre/Postnatal coach for Tonal, the world’s smartest home gym. She believes fitness should be accessible for everyone and specializes in making time efficient, effective workouts that don’t add stress to your life!
WHAT IS HER WEIRDEST HEALTH HABIT?
She always sneezes multiple times; as in 8-12 times, since I was a kid!
What’s her go-to tool for managing stress?
When I figure it out, I’ll let you know!
MEET YOUR DIETITIAN VIVIAN
LEARN MORE ABOUT VIVIAN
HER MISSION:
Help you improve your relationship with food and help you find a balance that lasts.
WHAT IS SHE LIKE?
She thinks she’s pretty funny (bless her heart!), and loves to add a splash of sass in all things! Vivian is passionate about helping her clients improve their relationship with food and their body and she’s all about rejecting toxic diet culture! Originally from Panama, Vivian developed a love for food and cooking at an early age as she and her mom always spent time in the kitchen together. She believes that all foods fit within a healthy lifestyle and focusing on the foods that we CAN eat is the best approach to overall well-being. During her free time, Vivian loves to cook, hang out with her husband and her cute baby puppy, Oliver, and she loves to do anything outside!
WHAT MAKES HER LEGIT?
Vivian Schemper is a licensed and registered dietitian nutritionist. She graduated from an accredited dietetic internship program from The Pennsylvania State University. Vivian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in human nutrition and dietetics from the Metropolitan State University of Denver and a bachelor of arts in public health from the University of Colorado – Denver. Vivian has professional experience in epidemiology, food safety, clinical nutrition, weight management, and health coaching. Vivian has helped thousands of clients reach their wellness and weight goals.
WHAT’S HER WEIRDEST HEALTH HABIT?
She eats one avocado every single day, and she eats way too much cauliflower.
WHAT’S HER GO-TO TOOL FOR MANAGING STRESS?
Working out, crying, and wine. In that order. 😉
MEET KURT
LEARN MORE ABOUT KURT
HIS MISSION:
To grow the BodyFit community and enhance the experience for everyone.
WHAT IS HE LIKE?
Often called “Mr. Amy” or “The man behind the Amy.” Kurt is generally calm, cool, and unfazed by any drama.
WHAT MAKES HIM LEGIT?
After 20 years as an Emmy-winning television producer, Kurt retired from TV to focus on BodyFit by Amy. Inspired by fans’ transformations and life-changing results since they started following Amy, Kurt focuses on trying to spread the word about BodyFit by Amy. From the finances to editing, and marketing he’s got all the bases covered.
WHAT’S HIS WEIRDEST HEALTH HABIT?
Kurt has black beans with almost every meal.
WHAT’S HIS GO-TO TOOL FOR MANAGING STRESS?
Cooking…and then eating.
MEET MARIANNA
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HER MISSION: To connect with the BodyFit community as someone who has been where they are in their fitness journeys and to provide support!
WHAT IS SHE LIKE? Marianna is very creative and loves trying her hand at new things all the time. She is our community manager, but you’ll often find her planning events and making her own floral and balloon arrangements.
WHAT MAKES HER LEGIT? Marianna was a personal client of Amy’s for years before becoming part of our team. She knows a lot about exercise and what it takes to be healthy and strong.
WHAT’S HER WEIRDEST HEALTH HABIT? Marianna collects way too many water bottles and admits she has dozens of water bottles. Despite this, she still doesn’t always drink enough water.
WHAT’S HER GO-TO TOOL FOR MANAGING STRESS? Hanging out with her puppies Tuxedo (Tux) and Taffeta (Taffy) or doing at home spa treatments.