About Us
Movement Without Shame. Fitness That Frees You.
My Story
Hi, I’m Àngel (they/he) — a non-diet body liberation personal trainer, somatic coach, and trauma-informed movement guide. I created Non Diet Personal Training because I spent too many years believing my body had to change in order for me to be worthy. Diagnosed with an eating disorder and living with PTSD and ADHD, I know firsthand how oppressive and violent the fitness and wellness industry can be—especially for queer, fat, neurodivergent, and BIPOC folks.
I’m here to change that.
My work centers around helping people reconnect with their bodies—not through shame, but through care, joy, and choice. I use a mix of strength training, nervous system education, breath work, and somatic tools to help you feel safe in your body again. No weigh-ins. No diets. No before-and-after pics. Just a deep, radical return to your power—one breath, one stretch, one movement at a time.
This is about more than fitness. This is about liberation.
Credentials & Experience
You deserve a trainer who brings both expertise and lived experience.
➤ Certified Personal Trainer – American Council on Exercise (ACE)
➤ Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified Coach (PN L1) – expertise in nutrition and behavior change
➤ Nervous System Regulation Certification – specializing in polyvagal theory and vagus nerve practices to support trauma-informed, somatic, and stress-regulation approaches
➤ Trauma-Informed Movement Coach – 20 years of dance, breathwork, and somatic practices integrating healing with joyful movement
➤ Over 20 years of coaching and business leadership experience
➤ Featured on NPR Radio & WBEZ Chicago – “Ditching Diet Culture”
➤ Trained and coached 1000+ entrepreneurs, clients, and community members in building sustainable wellness practices.
➤ Completed: Half Iron Man, 4 Marathons, 6 Triathlons, 12 Half Marathons, and several 5k, 8k,& 10k races.
My Mission
At Non Diet Personal Training, my mission is to dismantle toxic fitness culture by creating a body-inclusive space where every person — regardless of size, identity, or background — feels seen, supported, and strong. I believe movement is a tool for liberation, not punishment. My goal is to help you reconnect with your body, discover joy in movement, and build strength in a way that supports your whole self — physically, emotionally, and socially.
Angel has transformed my fitness journey. The sessions are flexible, empowering, and focus on what my body can do, not how it looks. I feel stronger and more confident every day. Highly recommend!
- Jordan M
The non-diet approach at Non Diet Personal Training has been a game-changer for me. The sessions are genuinely tailored to my needs, focusing on strength and wellness rather than appearance. I've never felt more comfortable and motivated in my own skin.
- Alex T
Angel offers a supportive and inclusive environment where I can thrive. Each session is tailored to my abilities, focusing on achieving personal goals without the pressure of diet culture. I've gained strength and self-assurance in every workout.
- Jamie R
Why HAES® Health at Every Size?
Most of the fitness industry is built on toxic diet culture and weight stigma. But I believe every body — no matter their size, shape, or identity — deserves access to fitness that heals rather than harms.
My training is rooted in:
ᥫ᭡.HAES Principles → Health at Every Size®, a framework that prioritizes respect, inclusivity, and holistic well-being.
ᥫ᭡.Trauma-Informed Coaching → honoring your pace, boundaries, and healing journey.
ᥫ᭡.Joyful Movement → no punishment workouts, only practices that feel empowering and sustainable.
Send Me a Quick Message
Contact me for personalized online training sessions from Chicago's friendliest non diet personal trainer :)
Let’s Work Together
You don’t need to change your body to deserve personal training. You are already worthy — and I’d love to show you how fitness can feel different.