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‘21 Certificate of Excellence, 2021

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Thanks for visiting my profile. I'm a pharmacist and certified diabetes educator who developed a passion for preventative health, which led me to become a nutrition coach and personal trainer. Let me help you live a healthier and happier life through the therapeutic benefits of exercise and a healthy diet, without having to resort to medications!

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22 June 2023

Going into my 2nd year of online personal training with Franny. She is AWESOME! I was specifically looking for someone who understands the challenges of PCOS and who could help me with my overall health and strength. Franny is knowledgeable and always prepared. The 30 min workouts are convenient and efficient. The app we use has helpful instructional guides and videos for our programs while letting me track my workouts. Franny is motivating to push me when needed while also being compassionate to encourage me to listen to my body. Looking forward to this next year together! More...

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Thank you so much for the thorough review Anna! I'm happy that you are able to become stronger and healthier despite the challenges of having PCOS. I look forward to another year with you! =)

24 April 2023

She is very knowledgeable and understanding to my situation.

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Thank you for the 5-star review Alex! It was a pleasure coaching you virtually, whether at your home or out of town on campus! =)

14 April 2023

Since becoming a Mom I suddenly had all this time to care for my baby, yet very little time for myself. I really felt like I wanted/needed to prioritize my self-care for my mental health, especially. Over the course of a year and a half I gained strength (especially with lifting a toddler all the time), had way more energy on a daily basis and my sleep actually got much better too.
I really enjoyed quick 30 minute workouts that gave me results that I was looking for.
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Thank you so much for the 5-star review Dasha! I'm happy to hear that you found my 30 minute sessions both effective and energizing! I'm glad that you chose to work with me to increase your strength and stamina postpartum. =)

8 April 2022

I had a gallbladder attack and passed a gallstone in December 2021 and it was the most painful experience in my life. It was also a wake up call to change my eating habits but I had no idea how. Franny has been positive and supportive while teaching me the meaning of all those nutrition labels. She has been an awesome guide for my new lifestyle and helped me lose 40 pounds. 230 to 190 in 3 months and a lot more energy. Thanks Franny!! More...

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9 November 2021

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Franny is wonderful to work with. She is a wonderful listener which allows her to adjust your program as required. Her knowledge of all things related to health and fitness is impressive. I strongly recommend her services.

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Thank you Dean for the lovely review! I enjoyed working with you on improving your strength after your knee surgery. Thank you for choosing me as your personal trainer to guide you along your recovery process! =)

15 October 2021

Franny is patient with teaching me online fitness and building my strength. I recently gave birth to a child and wanted to improve my fitness. The exercises were fun and Franny is knowledgeable about fitness and training. More...

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Thank you Monita for the review, and for choosing me to help you improve your strength to help you better prepare for taking care of your baby. I'm proud of your progress! =)

19 July 2021

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22 February 2021

I'm a 57 year old man who's been working with Franny for about 6 months. It's been fantastic! When I started with Franny, my goals were to improve my range of motion and to loose 15 pounds to get down to a healthy weight. I'm making excellent progress. I'm definitely stronger, more flexible, and I'm now only 8 Ibs away from my weight goal. Franny is competent and serious and still manages to keep the workouts fun. She tailors my sessions to reflect the equipment I have at home and to reflect my progress. Perhaps most importantly, under her guidance, I've restructured my diet to make weight loss possible while still getting the nutrients I need to be healthy. With Franny, I'm definitely on the right path! More...

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Hi Mike! Thank you for the review and for trusting me to guide you along in making all the necessary changes required for your weight loss process. Can't wait until we hit the 15lb goal! =)

19 February 2021

Fitness with Franny has been a big part of my life for years, I had a very bad knee injury last year and her rehabilitation and physio exercises got me back on track. I also have been doing nutrition sessions with her which has been very effective and I can say with certainty that I am a much healthier and happier person than a year ago with all the Pandemic craziness all around us because of her. I highly recommend her. More...

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Hi Fariba, thank you so much for your review and I am so happy to see the progress that you've made after your knee injury. Your hard work and determination is paying off! =)

11 February 2021

I have had Franny as both a personal trainer and now a nutrition coach, and I have always enjoyed her teaching style! I have tried so many different diets and fitness plans, but Franny has helped me to start down a sustainable path of physical health. She is motivating without being mean, she is supportive and makes me feel heard. Best of all I have always felt that she has my best interest at heart and has never just given me a one size fits all kind of coaching. I would absolutely recommend her for anyone looking to transform themselves into the best versions they can be! More...

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Thank you for the review Colleen!! I'm so glad that you came back to nutrition coaching with me after trying out all the other diet programs. I'm so proud of your progress and your healthy relationship with food now! =)

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A healthy diet is one of the most important components of living a healthy life! A healthy diet could protect against medical conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. However, many people still struggle with eating healthy on a regular basis...and that's why I'm here! I help people stay motivated, accountable, and consistent with healthy eating habits, while providing ongoing nutritional advice. Keep on reading to find out how I could help you! =)

I help my clients achieve their fitness goals by providing a unique combination of my years of evidence-based medical knowledge as a pharmacist and my own personal experiences with health issues. (I have an autoimmune disease and PCOS which puts me at much higher risk for diabetes and heart disease, which is one reason why I became interested in health and fitness.) Having been on both sides as a healthcare provider and also as a patient, I am able to better understand what my clients with chronic conditions are going through in their lives. Throughout my own fitness journey, I have hired several personal trainers before, so I also know how a good coach could make a big difference. My background as a pharmacist also forms the basis of my company's guiding principles, which is to ensure that my personal training and nutrition coaching services are based on safe and sustainable lifestyle changes and not just the latest and most popular diet and fitness trends.

This will all depend on your unique definition of the 'body of your dreams'! The healthiest way to reach your goal weight is through safe and sustainable changes to your dietary habits. Since we will be working on behavioural changes, it could take several months to fully incorporate them into your daily routine. Once you learn how to add these healthy habits into your lifestyle on a consistent basis, you'll be able to get your dream body!

I love being able to directly help clients achieve their health and fitness goals! I enjoy being their cheerleader when they need extra encouragement, their teacher when they need to learn new skills, their guide when they need some direction, and their accountability partner when they need to stay consistent with their actions. I love seeing the transformation in my clients, whether it be fitting into their old clothes again, or being able to keep up with their kids, they are all impressive achievements!

Through my years of working in pharmacy, I have realized that many chronic medical conditions (such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, low back pain, arthritis, etc.) could be prevented or improved by regular exercise and healthy nutritional habits, so I shifted my focus to preventative health instead. With my unique educational background as a pharmacist and my own struggles with different medical conditions (I have an autoimmune disease and PCOS which puts me at higher risk of diabetes and heart disease), I have found my passion in empowering others to live healthier and happier lives, without having to resort to using medications!

You should choose me because I will be there for you the entire journey, as I genuinely care about your health and wellness. I am also a lifelong learner, so in addition to my two university degrees (in biology and pharmacy) and multiple certifications in fitness and nutrition, I am always looking for more ways to improve my services to ensure that you are receiving the best care possible. Helping you improve your health is what truly makes me happy! =)

Yes! My services are only provided online. You will be using an online coaching software that could be accessed via your computer or smartphone. We will meet at regular intervals virtually on Zoom. In addition, you have unlimited access to me via text messaging and emails. Let's start your journey to health and wellness from the comfort of your own home! =)

My services are all offered online, with zero risk of Covid-19!

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When you work with me, you will have the peace of mind knowing that a healthcare professional will be there to guide you along your journey to better health. I will remove the guesswork for you and give you direction and support the entire journey. You will learn all about nutrition, with recommendations based on science so you won't ever need to navigate the sea of conflicting opinions about nutrition again (e.g. Is there one diet that is proven to be better than the rest? Should all meats be avoided? Why can't I lose weight when I've tried so many diets already?). You will develop and practice healthy behavioural changes that are sustainable, safe, and catered to fit into your lifestyle. You'll learn coping skills and essential self-management skills needed to manage your weight, along with learning how to eat healthier, making informed decisions on your food choices, developing problem-solving skills, and the ability to design your own healthy meals. After my program, you will no longer be confused and unsure about your dietary approach, and you'll be able to maintain your health on your own without ever needing another diet program again! Let's get started! =)

When you train with me, you will receive a customized exercise program designed around your goals. We could focus on different aspects of physical health, such as improving strength, endurance, mobility, or improving joint function after an injury. You will train from the comfort of your own home, while we connect virtually via Zoom video calls to ensure correct form and technique while you exercise. In addition, you will also have access to an online coaching software that has exercise demo videos for all of your exercises, accountability tracker, and unlimited in-app messaging with me! Let's get started! =)