KRISTINA BELANGER, STRENGTH COACH

Originally a graduate from the Honours Bachelor of Commerce program at Lakehead University, Kristina worked for a few years in the corporate setting and quickly realized that her personal interest in physical and mental well-being and helping others was pulling her towards a new career path. ​Kristina began her studies by completing the Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification, after which she attained the Personal Training Certification with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Throughout her studies, Kristina spent a number of hours shadowing the coaches at THRIVE Strength and Wellness. Being a part of the THRIVE community served as inspiration to further pursue her career in the health and wellness field, and to join their team’s efforts to provide empathetic, client-centered and inspiring coaching. ​

Kristina hopes that in working at THRIVE  she can help break the all too real stereotype of the fitness industry which is traditionally based on image, by making compassion and self-acceptance the cornerstone of her work. Belanger’s vision is to create a space for clients to feel comfortable and safe in their own skin and with each client she strives to not only assist them become healthier, stronger versions of themselves, but to also develop healthy relationships with food and exercise, and improve confidence and self-compassion.

​To learn more about Kristina or to book an appointment, visit www.maitrifitness.ca.