Printable Biography of Nicki Anderson

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Nicki Anderson, owner of an award-winning private personal training studio in Naperville, Illinois, actively promotes her life fitness strategies not only in her own studio but throughout the country via seminars and magazine articles as well as radio and television appearances. Nicki’s industry seminars consistently earn her best session kudos and her speaking engagements garner rave reviews:

 “Nicki was awesome. The best speaker all weekend!” 

 “Nicki is the only presenter who understands what obese/deconditioned populations really need. She has compassion and understanding that sets her apart! Bravo Nicki!”

“Nicki delivers her message with clear, concise, genuine concern. She wants to share and waits until you can absorb the information and understand it before moving on!”

Nicki’s seminar topics have included:

• Being fit isn’t a destination; it’s a journey of discovery, what brings out the best in you.

• Being healthy starts from the inside out.

• Raising a fit family is a group effort!

• Achieving balance and harmony in your life.

 • Following Your Dream – Starting and Growing Your Business- The Little Studio That Could.

Over 20 years ago, Nicki embarked upon a journey that would change her life forever. After losing close to 50 pounds (which she has kept off to this day), Nicki realized that there was no formal program available to address the needs of the overweight and unfit that really worked – permanently. Through her own weight loss process and lifestyle changes, she was aware that there were many missing pieces when it came to practical healthy living programs. Understanding that exercise and sound nutrition play a key role in healthy living, Nicki’s unique approach to inspiring others came from the motivational pieces. Nicki realized that motivation was the key ingredient missing from most healthy living programs and set out to make her approach known.

While remaining active in health and fitness pursuits, and taking time off to raise her four children, Nicki says she always knew that one day she would own a business that offered individuals a chance to make positive changes through personal exercise education, no-nonsense nutritional guidance and motivational support.

After several years of operating an in-home personal training business, she opened Reality Fitness in 1998. Nicki has helped hundreds of clients develop and maintain a dedication to healthy living. In her book, “Reality Fitness, Inspiration for your Health and Well-being,” which details her personal journey and philosophy, she offers straight talk on breaking through negative thought patterns, guidelines on setting realistic goals, and simple approaches to nutrition. Her passion continues to focus on women, children and families. Reviewers have said of Nicki’s book:

“Her writing style is clear and inspiring and makes you want to begin “doing” as soon as you finish the first chapter.”

“Her approach to nutrition is not far out, nor are her suggestions on exercise.”

“Anderson is proof that a long-term approach to fitness works. Over 20 years ago she lost 48 pounds and has kept the weight off through four pregnancies by adopting a sensible lifestyle incorporating exercise and good nutrition.”

“A compendium of sensible advice and personal insights that come from the history of her own transformation as well as from her professional expertise.”

Nicki is the “Fitness Focus” columnist for Chicago’s suburban newspapers, Family Fitness expert for “eDiets,” and has written hundreds of articles for health and fitness publications and websites.

For nearly a dozen years, Nicki has offered her clients a reality-based system for getting control of their weight and achieving life fitness. Nicki is certified as a Fitness Practitioner by the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. She is an IDEA Master Trainer and certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Nicki is a member of the Personal Training Committee for the leading continuing education source worldwide, IDEA.

Nicki was recently named one of the top Fresh Faces in the Fitness Industry by IHRSA (International Health and Racquet Sports club of America). She sits on the USA Today Entrepreneur Advisory Board, IHRSA Entrepreneur Advisory Board for Entrepreneur Magazine as well as the Programming Committee for IDEA. In the July 2006 edition of IDEA Magazine, Nicki will be named as one of the finalists for IDEA as Personal Trainer of the Year. She was recently featured in Family Circle magazine for her weight management secrets.

Active in her community, Nicki has been a member of several high-profile boards and has been honored for her business efforts in the West Suburban Chicago area with: • The 2003 distinguished Service Award for Fitness and Recreation from the Naperville, IL Jaycees. • The 2001 Small Business of the Year Service Award from the Naperville Chamber of Commerce.