Be Present Wellness

Intelligent exercise and positive lifestyle reinforcement promotes a greater sense of mind and body awareness through flexibility, strength and coordination.

Welcome

My name is Michele, and I’m delighted you’ve come to visit my site.

Have you found yourself craving a renewed sense of physical, mental or spiritual wellness lately?...

If so, it’s no mistake that you’re here.

Vibrant health and wellness is your birth right, and you instinctually know this…which is why you’re searching.

Within your heart, you know you have the true ability to heal…and, it’s also your heart that has guided you on this search.

Why?...because it knows that achieving “whole” health requires a deep understanding of the “whole” body - the mental, emotional, physical AND spiritual body. And, most often it’s hard to find help with ALL of these areas, all-in-one-place.

This however, is my specialty…

With years as an experienced Health Coach and an extensive background in personal training, Pilates and yoga, it’s become not just my career, but my life and passion to help fill this much-needed void in the current healthcare system landscape.

And, within each and every moment of my work, it’s my mission and goal to help inspire, guide and empower that which is already within you in its potentiality just waiting to be fully awakened – your “true” self…vibrant, whole, at peace and feeling amazing in your body!

Your best yet is ready and waiting…

I hope to see you soon,

Michele - CHC, CPT
(513) 218-4115
michelemariegangwer@gmail.com

My Story

Michele Gangwer - CHC, CPT

I’m a proud graduate and loyal Cardinal fan of The University of Louisville, where I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Administration.

With 20+ years of experience as a Certified Personal Trainer (AFAA) working in various gyms and fitness studios (in both Kentucky and Ohio), I’ve worked with a wide range of clients - including adolescents and adults with a broad range of physical needs.

In addition, I’m a Pilates instructor with training through Stott Pilates and Balanced Body where I received specialized training in the following areas and equipment: Mat Pilates, Reformer, Cadillac, and many other various Pilates equipment.

I’m also a 200-hour Yoga Certified Instructor through Yoga Alliance, and a fully Certified Health Coach through The Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN).

And, lastly, I’ve also received extensive training in the technique of Myofascial Release (John Barnes method) through my incredible friend and business partner, Jocelyn Metzger. I’ve always admired her work and the transformative effects that Myofascial Release has on the body in the areas of pain, discomfort, inflammation and misalignment. Once combined with all of my other training, skillsets and experience, it was at this point that my ability to address all aspects of wellness in one’s health truly came full circle.

Services

Inspiring you to create healthier habits where needed, while also helping you find a sense of peace and comfort as you align with your core beliefs.

Health Coaching & Personal Training

$65/1-Hour Session

These services have been combined, because I’ve found that clients typically prefer to include both in their program. However, they can be customized to include one or the other according to your preferences.

As we begin and I get to know you better, I’ll provide helpful direction and guidance as needed.

Each session itself involves a discussion centered around your health and wellness goals. Together, we then identify factors in your lifestyle that will reinforce those goals. We then follow that up with a postural alignment assessment and create a balanced exercise program utilizing various equipment in the office (such as, the Pilates Reformer, Pilates Chair, the Elliptical Machine, and/or Free Weights.)

According to then what I see, you’ll be given programs for home-use based on the exercise tools you have access to.

These sessions are organically “whole,” meaning we may talk about stress management, the food on your plate, other forms of exercises, mindfulness, etc.

This is an investment into your well-being, and I take this seriously in honor of you, your health, your time and money.

I hold a private, professional and genuine space for you to explore opportunities of awareness and the potential to change what you feel is appropriate and aligned with your overall well-being.

Myofascial Release

$65/1-Hour Session

These sessions are for clients who are in pain, out of alignment, not feeling well from chronic inflammation and other health factors or are overwhelmed with stress.

Connective tissue, also known as fascia, can become restricted due to several factors including trauma, inactivity, overuse - often resulting in pain, muscle tension, and diminished blood flow in and around these areas.

This hands-on session can alleviate pain, channel clarity and calm the nervous system for total relaxation.

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Group Classes

Mat Pilates Class

Beginner/Intermediate

Mondays @ 1:00 PM

$15/1-Hour Class

Safe and effective range of motion throughout joints with a full body workout.
Principles of stability and mobility discussed through exercises.
Movement is complimented by the breath, thus creating mindfulness.
We may use small tools such as balls, small weights, flex-band, foam roller, and the Pilates ring.

Yoga/Pilates Mix Class

Beginner/Intermediate

Wednesdays @ 9:00 AM

$15/1-Hour Class

A blend of Hatha Yoga postures with Pilates principles.
Flexibility, stabilization and balance are practiced.
Movement is complimented by the breath, thus creating mindfulness.
Meditation to close the practice.
We may use yoga blocks, straps and other tools as well.

GRATITUDE to these lovely people...

Terry

Michele is an awesome trainer who has designed a program specific to my physical and overall health needs. She has researched yoga positions that have helped with stress and physical concerns that I have shared with her, as well as weight conditioning and aerobic activities. She is knowledgeable in the area of goal setting and very supportive in her encouragement of my goals, helping me to remain focused on the plan we developed, and created new routines as goals are met. We also discuss food plans - pros and cons. Michele is a source of many ideas for customizing menus and offering suggestions for those hectic days when thinking about “what’s for dinner?” can be overwhelming.

Jocelyn

Michele most impresses me with her ability to teach you life skills during her personal training. More than just receiving a great physical workout, Michele taught me proper core activation, body mechanics, correct form, and stress management techniques. This has been a huge asset in improving my physical and emotional health, which has resulted in weight loss, increased energy, decreased back discomfort (and, of my joints), and establishing multiple exercise programs that I can do anywhere using my own body weight as resistance. This is great for me since I travel a lot and I’m all about convenience. Her training in yoga has taught me to be centered and flexible in my life. Though these two techniques complement each other greatly, there is a distinctive difference. Michele is always able to tailor my workout program for just what I need. I am greatly excited to further benefit from Michele’s training as a Health Coach to create an even more holistic approach to my wellness program.

Angela

I have been training in pilates and yoga with Michele for the past seven years and personally training with her for the past two and a half years. I came to Michele with posture and lower back issues and an individual goal of becoming stronger and healthier. She is very knowledgeable in identifying what I need to work on and has definitely helped me reach my goal and then some! She focuses on the mind and body connection, so not only do I feel physically stronger and more fit but I feel so much more confident in myself as a person. Michele is patient, kind and really wants to help you be a better version of yourself!

Sarah

Michele is a wonder! I started classes a couple of years ago because of chronic back pain. Now I have far fewer problems, and they are much less severe when I do. I can go to her feeling achy and leave feeling stretched out with all my tense muscles relaxed. More than that, she is a wonderfully positive light in your life. In a world full of negativity, Michele becomes a highlight in your week!

Nancy

My journey with Michele started in a yoga/Pilates group class which awakened my desire to return to yoga. Then I realized I wanted private lessons to strengthen and tone my body. Several years ago when my knees started acting up, she tailored exercises at muscles in my legs and knees to build strength and endurance... Her students reap the added benefit of learning the skeletal and muscular anatomy as well as why and how a given exercise or routine benefits the body. With private lessons, comes the benefit of her observing your body, strengths, and weaknesses.

Schedule a Free Consultation

277 Miami St.
Waynesville, OH 45068

(513) 218-4115

michelemariegangwer@gmail.com

Health Coaching • Personal Training • Myofascial Release • Yoga & Pilates Classes

Where am I located?

My office is inside a beautiful, peaceful and private space within my friend’s Wellness Center - Sunshine Therapeutics in Waynesville, Ohio.

Like me, you’ll find that Sunshine Therapeutics is such a nurturing, gentle and loving space. I personally LOVE it here and know that it has the potential to help stimulate your personal growth and well-being, just like it has mine.

Come join us!...

Michele - CHC, CPT