Danielle’s connection to fitness began after many years of competitive cheerleading.  Danielle discovered fitness was the ultimate stress reliever; and found weight training to feel empowering.  Danielle knew she wanted to share her passion, and started coaching youth gymnastics, before deciding to pursue a certification in Personal Training through the National Academy of Sport’s Medicine.  Danielle also has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey. Danielle was a full- time social worker before dedicating herself full-time to fitness.  Danielle was raised in NY, and currently resides in Philadelphia, with her three rescue pups, and significant other.