Mari is amazing and everything you'd want in a coach. She's empathetic, understanding, flexible, and also holds you accountable in a way that challenges you to improve physically and mentally We've worked together for the past 5+ years and what I've needed has changed over the years. In the pandemic days, it was the motivation to move my body when I just wanted to lay down all day. As I made incremental improvements and started moving regularly, the focus shifted to other aspects of my life that were related to movement: nutrition and sleep The important questions started-- why am I showing up to my workouts exhausted? Am I sleeping enough? How do I juggle the many different aspects of my life-- personal, work, caregiving, networking, etc? Am I eating enough? Am I eating regularly? Why do I go from 0 to 100 and go from not working out at all to workout out so much I could potentially get injured? We also focused on different types of movement: mobility, strength training, working on the areas of my body like my back and wrists that had sensitivities, stretching, and setting me up for success for things like run club. I learned about hormones and having my life style be adjusted to my menstruation cycle (more difficult strength training workouts during ovulation, focus on stretching and walking during luteal phase) It has been an incredibly challenging journey to face all of these aspects of my life and have these mindset shifts day by day and now year by year, but I know that I have Mari cheering me on and by my side every step of the journey to guide and support me. I'm excited to continue to work with Mari and I would highly recommend her programs read more

Mari is an exceptional trainer and coach and I wholeheartedly recommend her after training together for 4 years. She has excellent technical knowledge and skill, and is great at giving feedback and unlocking difficult to diagnose issues (both physical and sometimes mental). She is passionate about her work - she is constantly learning and genuinely wants to help her clients achieve their goals, whatever those goals may be. She is extremely observant and isn't afraid to deliver direct feedback when necessary for growth, but always does so with kindness. She's also an excellent pre and postnatal trainer, and her guidance was exactly in line with my PT's. After working out with various trainers for over 12 years, Mari is the very best I've been lucky enough to train with and learn from. read more

Mari is incredibly knowledgeable with the human anatomy and she is also so skilled with yoga and strength training exercises. She is a patient trainer and is a pleasure to work with. I love doing yoga sessions with her because I feel like she teaches me new techniques, but also helps me do things I never thought my body could. I highly recommend Mari for her knowledge, skill, and warmth. Thanks Mari! read more

Mari is an incredible trainer. Over the past three years, she has taught me how to lift weights with correct form and with confidence (I had never lifted before), helped me heal muscle injuries while increasing my strength, and adjusted my training program to accommodate life changes & stresses. If you're looking for a trainer who will help you accomplish your fitness goals, while always staying attuned to your mental health, Mari is the person to go to! read more

Mariana is an amazing human being. She has such a passion for fitness and wellbeing that it comes out in the way that she teaches. I am grateful for the time that I was able to work with her and found her methods for teaching to be extremely effective. If you are able to work with her I would recommend you don't pass up the opportunity. You will not regret it. read more

I have worked with Mari for many years. As a person, she is a truly awesome human. She cares so much about others and clearly has a calling to help people. You will feel this the minute you meet her. She is so passionate about fitness, yoga, and health. She helped me create a more balanced state in my life and in my fitness routines. She helped me fine-tune my yoga practice as well as create a fitness routine that fits my current needs. I am a working momma so my schedule doesn't allow me to do be at the gym/yoga studio as often as I once was. She also helped me get my eating back on the right track. Mari will work with you and help you reach your goals. She will listen, she will care, and she will be your biggest advocate. Work with her, it will be one of the best decisions of your life! read more

I've known Mariana for a few years and have been so lucky to have her as a yoga teacher. I went through my yoga teacher training at the studio where Mariana taught in Dallas and always looked up to her vibrant energy, creative and challenging teaching style, goofball personality, and obvious physical and mental dedication to everything she takes on. As a teacher or trainer, Mariana will push you and encourage you to do your absolute best, but she has a holistic view of fitness and wellbeing that incorporates peace and recovery. I miss taking her yoga classes because they were never predictable and always so much fun. She has such a way with words and a lightness in her way of being that you have so much fun you almost forget you're getting a killer workout. I'd recommend Mariana to anyone. She'll take care of ya. read more

Mari is great, and her approach to fitness is really well rounded, paying attention to the mental and emotional sides of wellness, and how they can affect the physical. She was also incredibly knowledgeable and patient when I injured myself (outside of the gym) and had to modify my workouts to focus on rehabilitation. I love a strong, independent female business owner, and I would recommend her as a trainer any day. read more

After a few years in the workforce, I began experiencing lots of pain that impacted my ability to do all the activities I once loved like running, hiking, and yoga. While I tried working with traditional physical therapists, I found that my pain wasn't going away and I needed to try something different. I started looking for a trainer and luckily found Mari! From the very beginning, Mari helped me set goals and get real about what I wanted to accomplish. She put together a personal training program that got me really strong, working out with proper (and safe) form, and pain-free. I would recommend Mari to anyone looking to work with a personal trainer or health coach. Her extensive knowledge, professionalism, and unique training approach will help you achieve your goals. read more

Mariana is one of the most driven people I've come across in the fitness world - and that's saying a lot! She is an excellent instructor and genuinely cares about the success of her students. Her fitness level itself is motivation. And you know she can guide you in rehabilitation exercise all the way to advanced workouts due to her own fitness journey and expertise. She's vastly knowledgable in technique, nutrition, and recovery. I've worked out with Mariana in both the gym and the yoga studio and can attest that her workouts will get you to the next fitness level if you stick with it. I highly recommend! read more

Mariana leads each class she teaches with a deep passion for her students well-being and you can feel that energy and support as you practice. Her positive attitude and genuine support will help you to stay focused on all of your wellness goals. Mariana also has a beautiful way with words which will have you leaving each class feeling inspired! read more

Mariana genuinely cares about making you feel happy, healthy and strong. She can be empathetic to the reasons behind your goals while being the motivation you need to obtain them. Thanks Mariana for giving yourself so fully to your students!! read more