Melissa
Fitness coach for moms from preconception through perimenopause
| Hourly rate range | $100 to $160 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Women and Parents |
| Also coaches | Health coach |
| Based in | United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Practice | Mom Belly Fitness |
Melissa runs Mom Belly Fitness, a training practice for women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum or in perimenopause. She builds workouts around core and pelvic floor recovery, breathwork, fascia release and functional strength. Clients train in person or online. They choose a package of 4, 8 or 12 sessions, and on-demand training is included. Her plans change as a woman's body and schedule change.
What Melissa helps with
Melissa works with women on core and pelvic floor recovery, posture, pain and strength through pregnancy, postpartum and perimenopause.
- Reconnecting with the core and pelvic floor after baby
- Stopping leaking and easing low-back pain
- Relieving stiffness and slouched posture from pregnancy or desk work
- Building strength to lift kids without strain
- Preparing the body for pregnancy and labor
- Staying strong during perimenopause, including fatigue, mid-section weight gain, and bone and muscle loss
- Learning to breathe correctly during exercise and labor
Who Melissa works with
Melissa trains women at each stage of motherhood. Some are trying to conceive and want a strong base for pregnancy. Others are pregnant and preparing for labor. Some are postpartum and healing their core. Others are in perimenopause and want to stay strong and resilient.
How Melissa works
Sessions combine corrective exercise, corrective breathwork, core training, functional strength and fascia flossing. The plan is built around the client's season of life and her schedule. Training is offered in person and by video. Clients pick a package of 4, 8 or 12 sessions. On-demand training is included so they can keep practicing between sessions.
Melissa pricing
Programs and services
- Personalized fitness and movement training
- Package of 4, 8 or 12 sessions
- In-person and virtual personal training
- On-demand training
- Realigned Mama
- Private fascia refresh
Melissa reviews
The CoachVouch take
Training covers every stage from trying to conceive through perimenopause, with a focus on core, breathwork and fascia work.
Best for moms who want core and pelvic floor recovery and strength training that fits their stage of life.
Common questions
How much does Melissa charge?
Coaching with Melissa runs $100 to $160 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Melissa help with?
Melissa helps with reconnecting with the core and pelvic floor after baby, stopping leaking and easing low-back pain, relieving stiffness and slouched posture from pregnancy or desk work and building strength to lift kids without strain.
Does Melissa coach online?
Melissa is based in United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Does Melissa offer online training?
Yes. Mom Belly Fitness offers in-person and virtual personal training. On-demand training is included with session packages.
Does Melissa work with women who are pregnant?
Yes. She trains women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum and in perimenopause. Prenatal work includes strength and breathing to prepare for labor.
How do I contact Melissa?
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