After having my babies, finding the right fitness routine that truly supported my postpartum journey felt like an uphill battle. I tried different gyms, various classes, and pursued pelvic floor physiotherapy. Yet, I kept feeling like I was stuck in a cycle of injury and regression. It was frustrating and discouraging.
Then I started working with Emily and haven’t looked back!
From day one, she’s proven to me that she just gets it. She’s impressed me with her knowledge of postpartum fitness and her ability to quickly adapt exercises to suit my body’s needs.
Every session feels good, with a focus on progression rather than just pushing harder. The personalized attention she gives makes all the difference. Instead of feeling like I am undoing the work I’ve put into recovery, I am finally moving forward.
Emily has helped me rebuild my strength and confidence in myself. I’m so grateful for her guidance and expertise.
I can’t recommend her enough to any moms out there looking for a supportive and effective path to feeling their best again.
— Jen H., Squamish, BC
I highly recommend EKD Fitness (Emily) to any woman looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate, and highly effective trainer.
I attended Emily's eight-week "Strength for Life" program in June 2026. She has a strong understanding of women’s unique fitness needs and how those needs can change throughout different stages of life. She takes a thoughtful, individualized approach rather than applying a one-size-fits-all fitness program.
Her knowledge of women-specific concerns, combined with her ability to listen and adapt, creates an environment where you feel both supported and challenged.
I have several old injuries that previous trainers failed to take into account when developing a program for me. Emily was careful to consider my challenges when developing a sustainable program.
She is professional, encouraging, and genuinely invested in helping her clients become stronger, healthier, and more confident. Whether you are getting back into exercise, working through changes in your body, or simply looking to improve your strength and overall fitness, you can trust her to meet you where you are and help you progress safely and effectively.
Most importantly, she makes fitness fun and empowering rather than intimidating. I have tremendous confidence in her expertise and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any woman who wants a trainer who truly understands her needs.
— Heather H., Squamish, BC
October — It's Time to Say Thanks!
Two years ago, at 74, I was walking with a cane and in pain. I managed to walk into Rebel Gym without the cane, barely, and met with Emily for an assessment of my weak areas before starting classes.
I had injured my left hip area while recovering from a right hip replacement a year earlier. Emily took notes as she assessed me and outlined adaptations for exercises done in class.
During class, she circulates, kindly and expertly guiding us through each group session so we get the most out of every activity, each of us at our own level.
I've attended Rebel group classes at least a couple of times a week for two years. I can now walk briskly without pain and can swing my leg over the seat to ride my (boy's) bike. My balance has greatly improved and, of course, so has my strength!
Bone density is important at any age, and lifting heavy weights is supposed to help. Emily, at Rebel, has certainly given those bones a challenge!
At about the six-month mark, the workout included sit-ups. As I was struggling with my adapted version, I said, "If I can ever do a sit-up, I'll buy everyone coffee!" I discovered a year later that I COULD do sit-ups, not because we did them in class, but because of all the other core exercises that are part of the workouts. Coffee for all, and cookies!!
I find the atmosphere of the class to be very supportive! Emily is so constructive in her guidance. She shows us exactly how to do the activities, and how not to. Each class member is guided to move safely, in a way that is precise but positive.
Fellow attendees are so supportive of each other's achievements and goals. Emily sets a happy and challenging tone.
— Bev 76 , Squamish BC