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Laurie McDaniel

Laurie McDaniel

As a group exercise instructor, Laurie brings a fun and energetic quality to personal training. Laurie began teaching group exercise when she was 19 and her fitness journey helping others has continued ever since. She has taught anything and everything. One of her favorite classes to teach is Senior Fitness. Laurie has expertise in balance and fall prevention which is important at any age and coming from a dance background, Laurie focuses on posture and alignment with all of her clients. As a personal trainer, she believes in helping clients branch out, trying new things to help the body to produce results in strength, general cardiovascular fitness, endurance and flexibility.

Location: Townlake YMCA

Expertise/Focus: General fitness / I'm not sure, Weight management, Strength training, Postpartum, Older adult fitness

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Gender: Female

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In personal training, your trainer creates a customized exercise plan. Trainers may provide one-on-one sessions, or group training. 

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