Hi! My name is Ashley Lovato. As a young girl, I’ve always wanted to be in good shape and to have a healthy lifestyle. From childhood to motherhood, physical activity has always been an important part of my life. I moved to Elk Grove from San Jose in 2011 and had an opportunity to turn my passion for fitness and helping other into a career. By nature, I am a person drawn to extremes, and I sometimes struggle with finding a happy medium. When I found Kaia FIT in 2012, I was completely intrigued and felt the philosophy was exactly what I needed to achieve balance. Through Kaia FIT, I met one of my closest friend’s and business partner, Jennifer Garrett. Because of our compatibility and passion for fitness, we decided to open Kaia FIT Laguna in 2013. It is because of the friendships at Kaia FIT Laguna that Elk Grove feels like home to me. I love being surrounded by women who are trying to better themselves, who are leading their families by example and choosing to be healthy. I think the non-competitive atmosphere creates a support system that allows each person to be vulnerable, show humility and embrace one another’s strengths.

Education, Certifications, Experience: BA, San Jose State University- Communication Studies NCSF Certified Personal Trainer CPR/AED/First Aid Certified Kaia FIT Owner and Certified Head Trainer, TDM Basics of Barre Certified, TRX Group Trainer, 1st place 2012 NPC Governor’s Cup Open Figure Class C,  2nd place 2011 NPC Contra Costa Open Figure Class D, 2005 Women’s Nike Marathon in San Francisco, 2005 Rock n Roll San Diego Marathon

Hometown: Morgan Hill

One word to describe yourself: Determined

Kaia FIT in one word: Empowering

Favorite Kaia-approved meal or snack: Organic chicken, sweet potato, broccoli

Guilty food pleasure: Chocolate ANYTHING

A favorite fitness memory or “ah-ha” moment: Going without sugar for three months straight and feeling like I could do anything!

My name is Jennifer Garrett and I am a married mom of two very active boys. I have lived in Elk Grove for 15 years. I have long been passionate about fitness. For 2 ½ years, I was a Personal Trainer at Gold’s Gym. Seeing women transform themselves & succeed is what I value most in my work. In 2011 I found Kaia FIT and never looked back. Kaia’s unique approach to fitness and motivating women was something I had to be a part of. My partnership with Ashley began in 2013 because of our shared fitness philosophy and complimentary work ethic. Ashley is one of my closest friends and I look forward to seeing her every day! To me, the cornerstone of Kaia FIT Laguna is friendship. We promote a healthy lifestyle through encouragement and challenge…its women building each other up while putting fitness first.

Education, Certifications, Experience: B.A. San Jose State University, Health Science CPR/AED/First Aid Certified NCSF Certification Kaia FIT Owner & Certified Head Trainer, TDM Basics of Barre Certified, TRX Group Trainer, Completed Capital City marathon, Urban Cow half marathon, Mutiple Shamrock’n Half Marathons, Multiple Napa to Sonoma Half Marathons, multiple 5K & 10K fun runs.

Hometown: San Jose, California

One word to describe yourself: Dedicated

Kaia FIT in one word: Encouraging

Fav Kaia approved food: Roasted butternut squash

Guilty pleasure: Peanut butter frozen yogurt

A-Ha moment: Completing a full marathon with a 4 & 2 year old at home, all on my own. I knew if I set my mind to it, anything is possible!

My name is Kim Sanchez, I am married (17 years) to my husband Matt. I have two teenagers, Andrew and Madison, both whom are extremely active in baseball and softball. I’ve called Elk Grove home for the last 17 years…. and I AM A KAIA GIRL THROUGH AND THROUGH!! I have always been an athlete, I played competitive softball starting at age 7 and played through college, as well as playing high school volleyball. Through out my years of raising my children I always tried to stay active and workout, I had my gym membership, went to classes here and there, but never completely realizing the potential I had and the things I could change when it came to my fitness. It wasn't until I found Kaia in 2013 that I found the athlete in me again! With its supportive atmosphere and the amazing and challenging workouts Kaia helped me find the best version of myself, physically, nutritionally, and mentally. I am so passionate about Kaia and I am thrilled to take my passion and love for everything Kaia and everything it represents and pass that along to other women. I am KAIA STRONG!

Education, Certification: B.A. Sacramento State University, Child Development KAIA FIT certified trainer

Hometown: Manteca, CA

One word to describe yourself: Kind

KAIA FIT in one word: Encouraging

Fav Kaia approved meal: Kaia eggplant lasagna, and I’m a saladaholic!! Guilty food pleasure: Cold Stone Creamery, Coffee Lover’s ice cream!

A¬ha moment: Completing KAIA certification while being extremely sick! I felt so strong, completely exhausted….but so proud of myself!! At the moment I could take on the world!!

I'm Gina Brockway and I first joined Kaia FIT Laguna back in April of 2013. After the first workout I was immediately hooked! I love the fact that it doesn’t matter what age, your fitness level or your athletic background, the workouts are always different, challenging and fun! As a Kaia coach, I find much joy and inspiration from helping my fellow Kaia girls achieve their individual goals no matter how big or small. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, watching my boys play baseball & football, officiating girls & boys high school/club volleyball, shopping, wine tasting, cooking & entertaining. I am also actively involved at Sun Grove Community Church as the Rays of Light Respite Coordinator (a ministry for families who have kids with special needs).

Education, Certifications, Experience: BS, Business Administration/Marketing – California State University, Chico Kaia FIT Certified Trainer

Hometown: Woodland, CA

One word to describe yourself: Loyal

Kaia FIT in one word: Motivating

Favorite Kaia-approved meal or snack: Triple G Smoothie (kale, spinach, peaches, banana, apple, pineapple & protein powder).

Guilty food pleasure: Ice Cream & gummy candies

A favorite fitness memory or “ah-ha” moment: Ran my first 10K in Nov. 2013 with no real training (only Kaia workouts) and finished with a time of 1:03:14.

I'm Tiffany Ryan and I first joined Kaia FIT Laguna in January of 2015. I had been running and doing HIIT workouts elsewhere but needed something that would allow me to workout when it best fit my schedule. I love that with Kaia I can workout in the early or mid-morning or in the evenings to keep my body guessing. I also love all the ladies I have met and friendships that have been made in the time I have been at Kaia. I am so excited to help our Kaia girls with their diet and fitness goals! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two small children doing something outside - hiking, biking or just being active.

Education, Certifications: BA in Political Science from UC Davis, Kaia FIT Certified Head Coach, NCSF Certified Personal Trainer, TDM Basics of Barre Certified.

Hometown: Chowchilla, CA

One Word to Describe Myself: Caring

Favorite Kaia-approved meal or snack: Bell peppers and hummus

Guilty Food Pleasure: Chocolate Chip Cookie

A favorite fitness memory: Kicking up into a handstand by myself

My name is Anna Williamson and I am a married mom to my three daughters and son who all love their sports (wrestling, volleyball, soccer, basketball) as well as a grandmother to my grandson. I am a Sacramento area native and I have always been active and involved in sports and fitness and I love to learn as much as I can about nutrition and health. I have taught preschool for many years and coached soccer for my daughters and my son's teams over the past 10 years. I love making homemade everything from scratch. I was first introduced to Kaia Fit in 2016 through a friend who I had witnessed a huge transformation in her fitness level over the course of a year and I was motivated to try it out. Kaia Fit was the place I had long been searching for to discover fitness, nutrition guidance, motivation, and friendship with women who were all reaching for their personal fitness goals and attaining them together as a supportive community. Kaia Fit is the community to connect with women who build each other up and motivate one another to be their own best version of themselves. I love that I get to be a part of helping women succeed and discover that they are stronger than they think they are.

Education, Experience: B.A. California State University Sacramento, Child Development, CPR/First Aid Certified, Kaia Certified Coach, NCSF Personal Trainer Certification (in progress), Kaia Girl since June 2016, Completed: CIM Relay, Cowtown Half Marathon, Shamrock'n Half Marathon, multiple 5K & 10K fun runs. Dedicated home practice yogi, self proclaimed hippie chick.

Hometown: Sacramento, CA

One Word to Describe Yourself: Balanced

Kaia Fit in One Word: Supportive

Favorite Kaia Approved Food: Roasted or grilled veggies

Guilty Pleasure: Wine & Cheese

A-Ha Moment: That moment I realized pull ups aren't just for boys :P

Hi, my name is Naima Reddick and I'm a certified fitness professional. For most of my life I've been a competitive athlete and being surrounded by a group of women all striving to be their best was an experience I wanted to be able to share. I love the idea of living your best life and having a tribe to help you build it. In my opinion, fitness is a key component to building that best life. Outside of fitness coaching I play rugby, travel, and hang out with my family. I'm new-ish to the Sacramento area but I'm putting down roots and plan to stay a while. I found Kaia a few months after I moved back to Sacramento and was struggling with the transition and it was exactly where I needed to be.

Education, Certifications, Experience: B.S. CSU Chico Recreation Administration CPR/AED/First Aid Certified ACE Certification. Kaia Certified Coach, USA Women's Rugby player 19 caps and 3 World Cup Squads

One word to describe yourself: Resilient

Kaia FIT in one word: Tribe

Fav Kaia approved food: Black Bean Soup

Guilty pleasure: Dutch Brothers

A-Ha moment: I have them all the time, life is constantly surprising me :)