I help women and queer people* find the power and strength that is already in their bodies. Instead of an extreme, competitive vibe in a loud public gym, I'll help you develop a loving and appreciative relationship with your body through dynamic movement in a fun, safe, private, and positive environment.
I'm a Nationally Certified Personal Fitness Trainer. I love working with people who, like me, feel disenfranchised from typical fitness settings and communities, and with people with physical and emotional limitations to exercise. Screw society's beauty standards and fitness trends that are extreme just for the sake of being extreme.
I'm a Nationally Certified Personal Fitness Trainer. I love working with people who, like me, feel disenfranchised from typical fitness settings and communities, and with people with physical and emotional limitations to exercise. Screw society's beauty standards and fitness trends that are extreme just for the sake of being extreme.
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Every personal trainer out there will tell you that their program is personalized to your needs. But in reality, most of them are just giving you the kinds of workouts that they like to do-some of them even repeating the same workouts for decades. Instead of a "no pain no gain" vibe in a loud public gym, I'll help you develop a loving and appreciative relationship with your body through dynamic movement in a fun, safe, and private environment.
Society teaches us that we should aspire to be thinner yet more muscular, prettier, and more graceful. Society tells us that we're too much, and simultaneously not enough. In fact, the diet and beauty industry depend on our personal dissatisfaction with our bodies. If you've read this far, you probably already know: society's beauty standards are bullshit.
Reviews (10)
Amy Jane Lynch
Nov 03, 2021
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Taija is a terrific trainer. After a few months with her I feel SO much more sound, balanced and stronger, as if my body is better knit together. She advances clients (no matter your age, I'm 67) at a steady, safe pace, and she provides body-positive feedback. I recommend her highly.
One more thing. She helped me train after hip surgery -- great results!
One more thing. She helped me train after hip surgery -- great results!
Becky Beyer
Sep 11, 2021
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Esther Disbot
May 21, 2021
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After almost a year of consistent neck pain (from working from home/the pandemic), I moved to Asheville and started looking for a trainer. I found Taija online and started working with her 3x a week for 3 months. She is a great trainer who is good about communication (available via email and text), professional and very knowledgeable about progressing at the rate the individual is comfortable with (and that their body can handle). This isn't a one-size training plan for all people type of engagement - Taija tailors each workout/training plan to the individual. After just 6 weeks of working with
Hab Inc
Mar 27, 2021
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I’m so glad I found Taija! I’m probably not the only person to have woken up one day and realized how so many things had caught up with me – injuries, surgeries, weight gain, inactivity. I had been trying to get back into the swing of things, but kept reinjuring myself, which led to a few more steps back in the downward spiral. I was in denial until I realized people were scheduling activities around my physical stamina, but I didn’t know how to safely and effectively start making the turnaround.
Taija was recommended to me as someone who didn’t have a one-size-fits-all preset routine
Taija was recommended to me as someone who didn’t have a one-size-fits-all preset routine
Marta P.
Oct 30, 2020
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I have been working out with Taija for several months...and she has been amazing!! I have been been an athlete and worked out for most of my life (I'm 49 now) and the abuse on my body set in a few years ago with hip, neck and shoulder injuries--this is where Taija shines. She has worked closely with me to personalize my workouts, help me regain mobility and strength--all while being mindful of my injuries. And, I cannot believe how much better, healthier and stronger I feel. I used to push myself to the point of pain and with Taija--we've been gradually building my strength to get
Sara Jackson
Oct 11, 2020
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Even after a short consultation with Taija, I feel empowered, and equipped with a better understanding to take an important step towards my long term self care.
After really listening to me, she helped me identify challenges, and made many suggestions for ways to make improvements to my everyday movements and posture through stretches and exercises.
I appreciate her knowledge, practical advice, and most of all, I feel heard and not judged. I wish we had more time to work together, and would highly recommend her for anyone who wants to enjoy becoming a better version of themselves :)
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After really listening to me, she helped me identify challenges, and made many suggestions for ways to make improvements to my everyday movements and posture through stretches and exercises.
I appreciate her knowledge, practical advice, and most of all, I feel heard and not judged. I wish we had more time to work together, and would highly recommend her for anyone who wants to enjoy becoming a better version of themselves :)
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Heather Dunn
Aug 10, 2020
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I can only say wonderful things about Taija! She is a fabulous personal trainer and human being. If anyone is nervous about lifting weights or getting in shape Taija will calm your nerves and make you feel relaxed and confident within her studio. She has a kind, respectful, and motivating way about her. Each session was specifically designed to meet my training goals. I am a physical therapist and have been very impressed with how observant and knowledgeable Taija is regarding the human body. If anyone has a history of chronic pain or prone to injury, she is definitely the personal trainer for
Jazmine G.
Jan 04, 2020
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Having had a handful of trainers over the years, I appreciate so many attributes that Taija brings to the table. She's very knowledgeable and creative in terms of curating a program tailored to the individual and their needs. No generic routine here. Taija is a dynamic trainer and an athlete herself - she walks the walk and knows how to get you where you want to be.
With her studio, she has created a zero-pretense environment for her clients to attain their goals and literally change their lives. She's the ace up my sleeve in terms of training and I can't recommend her enough.
With her studio, she has created a zero-pretense environment for her clients to attain their goals and literally change their lives. She's the ace up my sleeve in terms of training and I can't recommend her enough.
Janis M.
Oct 24, 2019
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I first connected with Tajia because I have had some repeated injuries due to hypermobility and had been advised by my doctor that I compensate for a lack of strength with flexibility, which was causing the issues. Building strength and learning how to activate muscles before using them has helped protect problem joints. Since starting training, I've had fewer injuries, and I have more energy in my daily life.
Working with Taija has challenged my preconceptions of training! It is refreshing to be in a training environment without pressure to have a goal like weight loss or a specific look
Working with Taija has challenged my preconceptions of training! It is refreshing to be in a training environment without pressure to have a goal like weight loss or a specific look
Carol Mathieson
Sep 19, 2019
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I’ve never felt so strong! Taija steps clients through an hour-long workout that is customized to each individual, inspiring them to push to new levels of strength and wellbeing. Taija’s fitness knowledge is evident in every aspect of my work-out: stretching, flexibility, posture, balance, muscle toning & building, and special instruction for injuries & limitations. Training with Taija has been the smartest investment in my physical and emotional health.
