MELINDA FROEHLICH
Personal Trainer
Training Philosophy & Approach:
“Melinda believes good coaching begins with meeting the person in front of her. She combines experienced strength coaching with careful attention to technique, movement quality, and thoughtful progression so clients can train confidently around injuries, limitations, or previous setbacks.”
Personal Background & Interests:
Melinda was born and raised in Alberta and moved from Edmonton to Vancouver Island in November 2024. Her passion for health and fitness was inspired in part by her grandmother, who is now in her early 80s and continues to teach yoga virtually after first becoming an instructor at age 50. Her grandmother’s example has had a lasting influence on Melinda’s belief in the importance of movement throughout every stage of life.
Melinda views exercise as both a personal outlet and an important part of overall well-being, which is reflected in her holistic approach to coaching. Outside the gym, she loves hiking, spending time in nature, and reading. She is also an animal lover who can usually remember exactly which pets her clients have and all of their names.
A lifelong Edmonton Oilers fan, Melinda tries to watch every game and remains fiercely loyal to her hometown team.
Education & Certifications:
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Certified Personal Trainer
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Pre- and Postnatal Exercise specialization, in progress
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Ongoing professional development in corrective exercise and movement quality
Specialties
Strength Development
Corrective exercise and movement quality
Years of Experience:
More than nine years across personal training, semi-private coaching, and group fitness.
Training around injuries and limitations
Pre- and postnatal exercise
Who I Work Best With:
Adults who want an experienced, individualized approach, particularly people working around past injuries, mobility limitations, or physical setbacks. Melinda is also a strong fit for women seeking knowledgeable strength coaching through different stages of life.