Strength & mobility focused fitness for women.

I help active women & moms strengthen & understand their bodies so they can confidently take on the tasks of daily life & motherhood through my functional fitness programing.

Functional Fitness (def): exercise that involves training the body for activities performed in daily life

Empowered (def): someone who feels strong & confident in their ability to control their life and make their own decisions.

How I have helped them..

“Ellen has so much knowledge when it comes to pregnancy and postpartum. I know that without her my athlete brain would have pushed myself way too hard. I love that I have tailored workouts and am symptom free. I know that I will come back from pregnancy stronger than ever! She also is always checking in and being sure I feel right with what she has programmed. I cannot recommend her enough to others! ”

— Abby M

“I have come a long way working with Ellen. I not only had diastasis recti from twins, loss of muscle mass and spondylolisthesis, but also deficits from a previous illness - and I have never been this strong. I have more balance and strength now than ever before. She personalizes each and every workout to my needs, aches, and pains and they work! She always knows what I need to do to balance things out. I highly recommend her for any postpartum mom or athlete.”

— Jennie L

“I used to have such a hard time shaving my legs (random, I know). My hip would lock up and I would have to take a break half way through. Just did it with no breaks! It’s the little stuff that’s so crazy to me! It makes all the difference, too.”

— Julia D

I want to train you while I teach you about yourself

My own pregnancy and postpartum experience got me fired up to learn about the human body.

Why isn’t it standard practice to teach everyone about their pelvic floor and core, and how they work together?

Why isn’t it standard practice to teach people that these things matter to EVERYONE, not just those who have had a baby?

So I want to teach you these things at the same time that I train you to be strong & mobile.

Because you deserve to feel capable & confident in your everyday life.

If you’re interested in learning more, connect with me @postpartumstrength or e-mail me at ellen@functionalempoweredfitness.com

Why Choose Functional Empowered Fitness?

Online coaching is convenient and time saving

Personalized 1-1 coaching, OR self-paced programs available

Evidence-based approach to programming

A focus on continued education

Integrates the overlooked importance of BREATHING in fitness

  • Available services are highlighted below. See the services tab for more information.

  • 60 Minute Online Movement Assessment

    Pre-record and send in movement tests. We’ll review the tests in the 60 minute meeting and you’ll leave knowing more about your body.

  • 2, 4, or 6 Month Online Training Packages

    Personalized training delivered online via the TrueCoach app. Includes a free 30 minute consultation.

  • Women's Strength Class Drop In

    Sunday women’s strength class at Baldwinsville CrossFit (not a CrossFit class!). Come strength train with me, regardless of experience level. Pregnant & postpartum welcome (I adjust as needed!)

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