Hannah began her fitness journey at just 15. She fell in love with bodybuilding right away, and knew that it was something she wanted to pursue as more than just a hobby. Three years into her fitness journey, at just 18, Hannah decided to enter her first bodybuilding competition. It was an amazing experience, giving her insight into a new level of discipline and commitment. Knowing what an amazing outlet it was for her, she was certain sharing it with others would be equally as beneficial. She knew she wanted to help others achieve their goals, while teaching them to love their journey. Hannah wanted to show people what it could look like to fall in love with the process of dedication, determination, and discipline just the way she had.

Through Action Personal Training, she acquired both her Personal Training & Nutrition Certifications. Understanding what it takes to be a great coach, Hannah educated herself in every aspect of fitness, to better serve her clients. At 19, Hannah took on her first set of clients, and became a personal trainer. Now at 21 years old, Hannah is utilizing her background to help others reach their goals and become the best version of themselves mentally and physically!

Hello, my name is Brooke Ashley, and I’m thrilled to be working at Ab’s Workout Plans. I’ve had the privilege of training under Abby Thurman for about a year now, where I’ve gained valuable knowledge and improved my weightlifting skills. Training with Abby has strengthened both my body and mindset.

A bit about my background: My fitness journey began at age 2 when my mother enrolled me in dance classes. Since then, I’ve developed a lifelong passion for movement and exercise. I’ve danced throughout my adolescence and adult years, played various sports, and began weightlifting at 16. Although I paused due to a back injury and focused on calisthenics and Pilates to improve my posture and muscle health, I later resumed weightlifting and became stronger than before.

I danced professionally in Saint Louis and California for six years and have taught dance and aerobics for several years. Returning to weightlifting, I’ve had the privilege of training under Abby, learning from the best in a positive environment that fosters growth in all aspects. I’m excited to be part of such a great organization and have a genuine passion for helping and encouraging others in their fitness journeys.

Let’s move together!

Like many adults, Jackie found herself overweight and having health issues but was only in her mid-thirties – and said enough is enough! After trying all the fad diets and crazy exercises, she worked with trainers and nutrition coaches to find out what combinations that her body would respond to achieve weight loss. Jackie fell in love with the process of change because committing to change allowed her body and mentality to change for the better. She took this fascination to a level completely out of character that resulted in competing in figure bodybuilding. Jackie won her IPE Pro Master Card in just two short years at the age of 41.

During the lockdowns, Jackie took her fascination to another level by obtaining her personal training certificate from NASM and Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification. She started online coaching to help others achieve their goals utilizing effective fitness with appropriate nutrition for optimum results. She specializes in mature adult fitness techniques as well as corrective fitness and stretching through online coaching while still working a full-time medical sales career and being a wife to Mr. Dennison. If you are looking for help in balancing your lifestyle and improving mentality while getting healthier, Jackie is ready to help!

I am a NASM Certified CPT. At 55 years old and a lifelong athlete, I still play softball and have medaled in the Senior Olympics. Recently, I started powerlifting and fell in love with it. Despite my athletic background, I’ve faced challenges in the gym and kitchen. Through Abs Workout Plans, I’ve managed to lose 75 pounds. This journey has inspired me to become a certified personal trainer, specializing in corrective exercise. My goal is to help others who have faced similar struggles. Come see me, and let me help you get on track. Let’s write your next chapter together.

Hi! I’m Becky and I will be offering yoga classes at Ab’s Workout Plans!

I’m a 45 year old mother of 3 and have been married since 2001. I am a high school teacher in Bunker Hill, which is also where I grew up and still live to this day.

I’ve been practicing yoga regularly since around 2015. My reason for trying yoga was mostly for the proposed mental health benefits but also for the physical benefits.

My oldest was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in April of 2012. It was a tough transition to how we lived our lives, but we were making it happen. But then, in October of 2014, my youngest was also diagnosed. I took it really hard and needed something to help me ground and center and so I found hot yoga at Riverbend Yoga in Alton. It was transformative for me and over the years I decided I wanted to share my practice with others. I earned my 200 hour certification in July of 2023 and here I am!

Now, when I first tried yoga, probably around 2008, I didn’t love it. I felt like it was really hard on my joints, all that locking my knees and elbows. Turns out, I was doing it wrong! But watching videos, you just don’t know. That’s why to start, we will focus on alignment essentials and finding the “right” way to do the asanas (poses) for our various bodies.