Name: Nancy Black
Hometown: Born in
Portland, raised in Seattle
Number of years as a
personal trainer: Over 25 years in the business, 12 years teaching Pilates
Number of years at
the Bellevue Club: 6
Certifications/Degrees: Degree in kinesiology, Romana’s Pilates Instructor, Master Pilates Trainer, Pilates
Method Alliance, Heart Zones, Booty Barre, TRX, RRCA
Area of Expertise: Pilates training and Pilates teacher training.
What can clients
expect out of a training session with you? Clients can expect a workout
tailored to meet their goals, a strong foundation of finding and initiating
movement from the core, and lifelong
fitness and educational benefits. I
also suggest other areas they may need to focus on, such as cardio training, to
round out their goals.
What is your own
greatest physical or fitness-related accomplishment? A physical accomplishment
would be going through major foot surgery twice and rehabilitating to where I
can be 100 percent active again! Fitness-related would probably be mountain biking to the top of Bald
Mountain in Sun Valley (quickly) one summer morning when there were fires just
miles away. Not the smartest thing I’ve
ever done, but I did it.
What is the most
rewarding part about being a personal trainer? Having a connection with clients and helping them set and attain their
fitness goals. It is very rewarding to
be a part of helping people become stronger, healthier and make longterm
changes.
What is your No. 1
piece of advice for people who have a fitness goal, whether it is to lose 10
pounds or complete an Ironman? Stay steady, consistent and focused so you
advance without injury or burnout.
What is one
fitness-related misconception that drives you crazy? TV infomercials and fitness magazines give the
illusion that you can change your body overnight. In reality, it takes dedication, hard
work and a well thought-out plan.
What is your favorite
song/artist to work out to? I like to listen to Pandora and mix it up.
What is your favorite
pre-workout nutritional routine? I’m not big on eating much before a workout,
but if I need energy, I’ll eat a cashew Luna bar.
What is your favorite
post-workout recovery meal? I love
quinoa salad with black beans, avocado, tomatoes and cilantro, with coconut
aminos. It’s really good and satisfying.
What is the one thing
you find yourself repeating over and over again to clients? Rome wasn’t built in a day! Be patient and consistent.
