Who I work with
I work with people who’ve been through some sht* — the kind of experiences that change how you see your body, your strength, and your limits.
Whether it’s chronic illness, surgery recovery, autoimmune flare-ups, or just decades of putting everyone else first, I’m here to help you rebuild with compassion and function-first strategies.
I support:
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Midlife women and men ready to feel strong again
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People living with ostomies, autoimmune conditions, or arthritis and joint pain — whether it’s psoriatic, rheumatoid, osteo, or undiagnosed
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Those recovering from illness, burnout, or injury who want to feel capable again
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Anyone navigating the ups and downs of invisible illness or post-surgical healing
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You don’t need to look a certain way, be in perfect health, or even feel “ready” — you just need a tiny bit of willingness. I’ll meet you where you are.
💜 ABOUT COACH JENN
Hi, I’m Jenn — a certified Personal Trainer, Health Coach, and Nutrition Coach, and the heart behind You Got This With Coach Jenn.
But this isn’t just a business. It’s a mission born from lived experience.
I spent 17 years battling ulcerative colitis before a permanent ostomy saved my life in 2020. Diagnosed at 29, I spent nearly two decades navigating flares, medications, dismissals from doctors, and the silent pain of trying to hold it all together. My turning point came on a hike with my family — when I realized I was done just surviving.
Since then, I’ve faced cancer, emergency surgeries, psoriatic arthritis, and years of physical and emotional healing. But I’ve also rebuilt my strength, reclaimed my energy, and found purpose in helping others do the same.
After a 25-year retail career, I walked away to support people like you: those recovering from chronic illness, surgery, burnout, or just plain life. People who feel stuck and want to get strong again — in body and in mindset.
Whether you’re living with an ostomy, managing autoimmune symptoms, or just ready to feel like you again — I’m here to walk beside you with compassion and grit.
Welcome to your next chapter. 💜
Why you can trust me
I’m not just a coach who’s certified — I’ve lived it.
With over 17 years of lived experience managing ulcerative colitis, multiple surgeries, a permanent ostomy, cancer, and psoriatic arthritis, I understand what it means to rebuild from the inside out.
I’ve combined that journey with science-backed education and tools so I can support your comeback with real strategy and deep empathy.
Certifications:
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Certified Personal Trainer – ACE
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Health & Nutrition Coach – ACE + Precision Nutrition
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Strength Training for Women & Pre/Postnatal Coach – Girls Gone Strong
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Trauma-Informed Coaching Foundations
Recognition:
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💜 2x Impact Magazine Nominee – Canada’s Top Fitness Trainers
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💜 Ostomy Canada Ambassador
When you work with me, you're not getting cookie-cutter coaching — you're getting someone who's walked through the hard stuff and come out stronger, ready to guide you through yours.
