I have been an Exercise Physiologist and a Physical Therapy Assistant for 20 years. I previously worked at Emerson Hospital in Concord, MA since 1998 in the Inpatient Rehab Department and also in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Helping people achieve their health and fitness goals has always been something that I have felt passionate about.
My goal when I opened up Signature Fitness MA is to bring a unique, personalized fitness center to the community. I want everyone who walks in the door to feel comfortable. I believe everyone is different and has their own exercise program that will work for them. It is all about having fun, being challenged, but being safe at the same time. My Physical Therapy background gives me the knowledge to make sure that I teach people the proper form of exercise which will eliminate the likelihood of injury. My Exercise Physiology background gives me the knowledge to teach clients who might have a preexisting cardiac or pulmonary condition. When I sit down with my clients and perform a total health and fitness evaluation I will design an Exercise Prescription that will be specific to their needs. I offer one on one personal training along with teaching a variety of our classes. I hope to bring a large variety of group classes to Signature Fitness MA to give people the opportunity to do the kind of exercise they enjoy!
I have been married for 16 years to a great man who has helped me open Signature Fitness MA and make it what it is today! I am also a mother of three, 14, 12, and 7 years old. My children are a very big part of my life and you will often see them here.
Christy Shepard has been teaching fitness for seven years. She is a Fitour Certified Group Exercise instructor. She teaches a variety of classes such as spinning, boot camp, strength, and yoga. Christy is also a MOSSA certified group spin Instructor. As a Health Ways Silver Sneaker certified Instructor she teaches a senior citizen strength, cardio, and yoga class. As a group fitness instructor, she is inspired by people’s motivation and always enjoys sharing a good workout with her clients or class participants. Christy’s inspiration and motivation over so many years to teach in the fitness industry has been the great people she has been able to work with. She likes to encourage them to work hard by stepping out of their comfort zone to make positive changes in their fitness levels.
Christy creates an environment that not only motivates but also empowers individuals to continually challenge themselves in a fun and rewarding way.
Certifications: FiTour Certified Group Exercise Instructor; Mossa Certified Spin Instructor; Healthway Silver Sneakers Certified; TRX suspension Certified; CPR/AED First Aid certified; Kettle Bell AMPD and AMPD Resistance
Kara has been teaching fitness for just under two years, but fitness has been a part of her life since she was 8. Kara was a Level 10 gymnast and a collegiate diver at Purdue, therefore working out was always part of her daily routine.
Kara has always loved working out at the gym and decided two years ago to share this passion with others. Therefore she became certified through NETA in Group Training and also pursued an Insanity LIVE certification. She loves to find new and challenging moves to bring to class. Kara strives to provide a workout to benefit every level of fitness, whether you are just starting out or a seasoned athlete. She wants everyone that comes to her classes to have fun, learn something new, and be dripping in sweat by the end.
Kara is a wife and mother of three beautiful daughters, 9, 8, and 6. When she is not teaching or working out herself, she enjoys playing outside with her daughters, reading, and helping out in her children’s schools.
Karyn Farnsworth has been involved in dance for 35+ years, 20 of which have been spent teaching students of all ages at area dance studios throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She has studied all forms of dance including ballet, jazz, tap, modern and musical theater. Karyn has a bachelors of Science degree in fitness studies and minor in dance from Salem State College. Having her fitness degree has helped Karyn utilize the importance of proper techniques in strengthening, conditioning and health in all the classes that she teaches.
Karyn is the founder of Mini Motions, an instructional preschool fitness and creative movement program. She travels to local preschools, libraries and community centers teaching young children fun and creative ways of exercise and dance.
Karyn is a wife and mother of two beautiful girls and is the first to understand the importance of teaching dance and fitness to young children in their early years and all the way to adulthood in a very positive manner. Her love for dance, fitness and children can always be seen on the faces of her students.
Some of his disciplines include TRX, Kettle Bells, Strength Training, HIIT, Cross Training, Power Lifting, and Total Body Conditioning in addition to One to One Personal Training and Small Group Training.
Whether your goal is body building, cutting up, bulking, fat burning, muscle toning, or just getting and staying in shape Bob has a large amount of knowledge and experience to help you achieve these goals. He prides himself on being able to encourage clients to push themselves further than they thought possible so they achieve ultimate health and fitness and make it a lifestyle.
Bob is very approachable and actually wants his clients to communicate frequently about what they like and dislike so he can design classes and personal training sessions that people find challenging, motivating, and fun. Work with him for just a little bit and you’ll learn a great deal that you can then use for future workouts. Reach out to him today. Remember every journey begins with a single step. JUST DO IT! YOUR WORTH IT!
Wendy has been a Certified Fitness Instructor for 23 years and has also obtained a Certificate of Achievement as a Health and Fitness Specialist in 1992 (Orange Coast College Costa Mesa CA). She has always had a deep interest in fitness. Growing up Wendy was a competitive gymnast, and also enjoyed track and field hockey. In California she loved to surf but has never braved this on the East coast. Wendy stopped being a fitness instructor for a while and had enjoyed a wide range of jobs from Flight Attendant to Commercial truck driver (septic tanker), and is still a current Title 5 Inspector! Wendy has a wonderful family here in Littleton and is having fun returning to an industry that she is passionate about. In the past Wendy has enjoyed “aerobics” and kickboxing but truly loves Zumba! It’s exercise in disguise! Wendy invites everyone to come on in and join the party!
Carl is proof positive that it is never too late to make a change in your life and make dreams reality. Always overweight he was called names and was always the last one picked in gym class. Today Carl lives life to the fullest as an active runner, completing his first full marathon in the fall in 2014. He is a per diem firefighter in Lunenburg and motivates people to move their bodies by teaching one of the most challenging workouts around, Insanity Live.