About Maria

Professional Background I've been a health and wellness professional with over 30 years of experience helping individuals improve their physical health, mindset, and overall quality of life. Her career has focused on guiding clients through sustainable lifestyle changes that address not only fitness and nutrition, but also the emotional and behavioral factors that influence long-term success. She has worked with a wide range of populations, including general fitness clients, individuals managing chronic conditions, older adults, and those seeking weight loss and performance improvements. Maria’s coaching philosophy emphasizes habit formation, accountability, education, and empowering clients to take ownership of their health journey.

Maria holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Exercise Science and Nutrition from the University of Illinois Chicago. She also earned her Doctorate in Chiropractic from National Chiropractic College, further strengthening her expertise in human movement, rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal health. In addition to her academic credentials, she maintains multiple professional certifications, including NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Nutrition Certification, CPR/First Aid/AED, ISSA Personal Training, Neuroscience-based coaching education, and SilverSneakers training for active aging populations.

Her combined education and decades of hands-on experience allow her to bridge the gap between science and real-world application, creating personalized programs that support physical, mental, and emotional transformation. Maria is passionate about helping people build confidence, resilience, and healthier lifestyles that last a lifetime.

Trainer at: ElevateOS