Meet our coaches...
Kendra Cendana
After 16 years in the fitness industry, Kendra began running as her New Years Resolution three years ago. Since then she has raced in the CIM Marathon three times and four other Half Marathon courses, including running with 20 fitCHIX in the Nike Women's Half Marathon. Last summer, Kendra won the ladies division of The Lake of the Pines sprint triathlon and looks forward to training other to do so this spring. Kendra's love of fitness comes from being a childhood competetive soccer player and led her to receive a degree in Exercise Science. Kendra has traveled extensively presenting to other fitness professional for AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) and Team Promise, a kickboxing certification team. Kendra began fitCHIX in 2008 to share her love of fitness with other ladies seeking to adopt a fit lifestyle and gain confidence in themselves. Kendra is married to her college sweetheart, Lee, and has 2 daughters.
Crystal Howard
Crystal feels so lucky to be a part of a fitness program that is truly life changing. Her love fitness is because it is something you can accomplish on your own or with a group. She has always been a very active person and couldn't imagine her life without exercise. It is part of her daily routine and part of her life that she will not compromise. The feeling you have after a workout is one that Ishe craves every day. The love of being fit and exercising will always be in her!
After 16 years in the fitness industry, Kendra began running as her New Years Resolution three years ago. Since then she has raced in the CIM Marathon three times and four other Half Marathon courses, including running with 20 fitCHIX in the Nike Women's Half Marathon. Last summer, Kendra won the ladies division of The Lake of the Pines sprint triathlon and looks forward to training other to do so this spring. Kendra's love of fitness comes from being a childhood competetive soccer player and led her to receive a degree in Exercise Science. Kendra has traveled extensively presenting to other fitness professional for AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) and Team Promise, a kickboxing certification team. Kendra began fitCHIX in 2008 to share her love of fitness with other ladies seeking to adopt a fit lifestyle and gain confidence in themselves. Kendra is married to her college sweetheart, Lee, and has 2 daughters.
Crystal Howard
Crystal feels so lucky to be a part of a fitness program that is truly life changing. Her love fitness is because it is something you can accomplish on your own or with a group. She has always been a very active person and couldn't imagine her life without exercise. It is part of her daily routine and part of her life that she will not compromise. The feeling you have after a workout is one that Ishe craves every day. The love of being fit and exercising will always be in her!
Crystal has played soccer almost all her life and has been through many fitness sessions. When Ishe wasn't playing soccer, she was running and finding new ways to stay fit. She has received her Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Physical Education and is continuing her education by getting my Masters Degree in Kinesiology as well.
FitCHIX Bootcamp is a very unique fitness program that women can't get anywhere else. FitCHIX is more than just working out, it is a group of women who help each other achieve their goals. The support you get from the instructors and from fellow women is very unique. FitCHIXis a lifestyle not a one time fitness program. You are devoting one hour a day to your health and fitness, what could be better?! She loves working out with the FitCHIXand will continue for a long time!
Crystal loves to bake and cook. She is also a youth soccer coach for Placer United. She loves being outdoors and finding new adventures. Being with family is also very important. She is the middle child in between an older sister and younger brother. She is engaged to be married next summer and loves her life here!!
Becky Bradley
Julie Sharrah
Jenna Schnaars
Jenna loves fitness and working out because it makes her feel alive. She is a motivated gal and loves to motivate others.As a sophmore in college she ran her first half-marathon and since then has run 2 full marathons, 4 more half-marathons, and a handful of 5k and 10k's. Running gives her a sense of freedom and she loves to share her excitement for running with others. Prior to fitCHIX, Jenna was a Team in Training Mentor and joined fitCHIX in session 2 last year. She is also passionate for the thrill and freedom of water skiing, snow skiing, and just about anything outdoors. Her favorite things about fitCHIX are the bonds and friendships she shares with the women. This is truly the best program she has ever had the honor of being a part of and a group of the most inspirational women she's met!
Ashley Mendez
Ashley loves fitness because it makes her feel better everyday..knowing that she is doing something good for herself, and if she inspires someone along the way as she is running, or talking to, than that makes her feel even better.
She has come a long way in her fitness accomplishments..She was 202 lbs. after her first child, and finally made a decision to change the way she felt and looked. 5 years ago she lost 55 lbs. and has kept it off because in that 5 months it took to lose the weight, she grew to love exercise..it gave her an outlet to epress the anxieties of life. She learned to eat better and realized she had to set a good exemple for her kids. She started teaching Step, Pilates, and Strength Training. 6 months later, she was injured and as a result had to have two ankle surgeries back to back.. that kept her down for a total of 32 weeks. But she didn't give up, as soon as her Dr. released her, she was back at the gym wanting to go further. Her love of fitness and how she feels after a class, or a hard workout keeps her going.
Fitchix has helped her continue her journey and challenge herself as a fitness instructor. She thinks the possibilities are endless for anyone. It feels good to be apart of a program that helps women find themselves again. And to push and strengthen them to limits they never thought they could go. Eating healthy is such a big part of a healthy lifestyle and Fitchix shows you that you can eat healthy without sacrificing good food. It's food that is good and good for you...can't argue with that.
She is a mother of 2 amazing children and a wife to a wonderful and supportive husband, who has helped her along the way. Their hobbies are wakeboarding, volleyball, going to the beach or heading up the mountain to snowboard and sled. They try to stay active so their kids know what it's like to have an active, healthy life, so when they are older they make wise choices for themselves.
Shannon Davison
Shannon's love of fitness began over 30 years ago. As a child, she would follow along with Jane Fonda and try to look as cool as her mom and sisters. Now she has her own daughter that has participated with her in runs through the SF Presidio and Crissy Field, along the Hermosa Beach strand and has attended a great many TaeBo Bootcamps since she was a baby. Fitness begins at birth! She began my "official" Fitness career as a TaeBo Fitness Instructor for Billy Blanks in 2003. From him she learned that "if you plant the seed and nourish it, it is guaranteed to grow. As your will is tested it is also strengthened. WHile you push your body, you build it as well. As your mind and will are challenged, your spirit is embraced." Along with the joy of training adults and watching them rejuvenate into the agile children they used to be, Shannon also trains kids of all ages. She welcomes the opportunity to inspire others to challenge themselves mentally and physically. The joy she sees on a person's face when they realize "yes I can" is why she loves being a fitness trainer.
Crystal loves to bake and cook. She is also a youth soccer coach for Placer United. She loves being outdoors and finding new adventures. Being with family is also very important. She is the middle child in between an older sister and younger brother. She is engaged to be married next summer and loves her life here!!
Becky Bradley
Julie Sharrah
Julie began as a fitCHIX a year and a half ago and was quickly recognized as an insporational force in the program. She has a zest for running that is evident. Along with many 5 and 10k races, she ran three half marathons within a 6 months time. She also helps coach the cross country team and 5K Club at Valley View Elementary School
She thinks FitCHIX is the best because of the variety of workouts (cardio, weight training, kickboxing, zumba, etc.), the motivated trainers, the delicious food plans, and the amazing women in the group.
She has a wonderful husband two boys and a cute Cocker Spaniel, Buddy. Recently, they started running as a family and love it. They plan to run many 5K races in the future. She loves to challenge herself and try new things. Her goal for 2010 is to run her first full marathon and complete a duathlon.
Jenna Schnaars
Jenna loves fitness and working out because it makes her feel alive. She is a motivated gal and loves to motivate others.As a sophmore in college she ran her first half-marathon and since then has run 2 full marathons, 4 more half-marathons, and a handful of 5k and 10k's. Running gives her a sense of freedom and she loves to share her excitement for running with others. Prior to fitCHIX, Jenna was a Team in Training Mentor and joined fitCHIX in session 2 last year. She is also passionate for the thrill and freedom of water skiing, snow skiing, and just about anything outdoors. Her favorite things about fitCHIX are the bonds and friendships she shares with the women. This is truly the best program she has ever had the honor of being a part of and a group of the most inspirational women she's met!
Ashley Mendez
Ashley loves fitness because it makes her feel better everyday..knowing that she is doing something good for herself, and if she inspires someone along the way as she is running, or talking to, than that makes her feel even better.
She has come a long way in her fitness accomplishments..She was 202 lbs. after her first child, and finally made a decision to change the way she felt and looked. 5 years ago she lost 55 lbs. and has kept it off because in that 5 months it took to lose the weight, she grew to love exercise..it gave her an outlet to epress the anxieties of life. She learned to eat better and realized she had to set a good exemple for her kids. She started teaching Step, Pilates, and Strength Training. 6 months later, she was injured and as a result had to have two ankle surgeries back to back.. that kept her down for a total of 32 weeks. But she didn't give up, as soon as her Dr. released her, she was back at the gym wanting to go further. Her love of fitness and how she feels after a class, or a hard workout keeps her going.
Fitchix has helped her continue her journey and challenge herself as a fitness instructor. She thinks the possibilities are endless for anyone. It feels good to be apart of a program that helps women find themselves again. And to push and strengthen them to limits they never thought they could go. Eating healthy is such a big part of a healthy lifestyle and Fitchix shows you that you can eat healthy without sacrificing good food. It's food that is good and good for you...can't argue with that.
She is a mother of 2 amazing children and a wife to a wonderful and supportive husband, who has helped her along the way. Their hobbies are wakeboarding, volleyball, going to the beach or heading up the mountain to snowboard and sled. They try to stay active so their kids know what it's like to have an active, healthy life, so when they are older they make wise choices for themselves.
Shannon Davison
Shannon's love of fitness began over 30 years ago. As a child, she would follow along with Jane Fonda and try to look as cool as her mom and sisters. Now she has her own daughter that has participated with her in runs through the SF Presidio and Crissy Field, along the Hermosa Beach strand and has attended a great many TaeBo Bootcamps since she was a baby. Fitness begins at birth! She began my "official" Fitness career as a TaeBo Fitness Instructor for Billy Blanks in 2003. From him she learned that "if you plant the seed and nourish it, it is guaranteed to grow. As your will is tested it is also strengthened. WHile you push your body, you build it as well. As your mind and will are challenged, your spirit is embraced." Along with the joy of training adults and watching them rejuvenate into the agile children they used to be, Shannon also trains kids of all ages. She welcomes the opportunity to inspire others to challenge themselves mentally and physically. The joy she sees on a person's face when they realize "yes I can" is why she loves being a fitness trainer.
