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From Early Inspiration to Lifelong Impact

Jolene Noel can hardly remember a time when fitness wasn’t part of her life. In first grade, a visiting instructor led a fitness demonstration and later pulled her aside to tell her how great she did. That brief moment of encouragement planted a seed—one that would shape her future in powerful ways.

Not long after, Jolene experienced a profound loss when the most important person in her life passed away due to diabetes and heart disease. That loss became her true motivation, inspiring her to dedicate her life to educating others about the preventative and life-changing benefits of exercise.

Like many, Jolene has faced her own ups and downs with fitness. She knows what it feels like to struggle with weight, to be judged by appearance, and to be overlooked. Making a personal commitment to live her healthiest life transformed not only how she felt—but how she leads.

Today, as the Director of 13 fitness centers, Jolene leads by example. She works out daily, teaches classes alongside her instructors, and encourages her team to train together, creating a culture rooted in authenticity, accountability, and support.

Although she has worked with a wide range of clients, Jolene’s true passion is medically based fitness. She believes fitness is about far more than appearance—it’s about aligning movement with medical needs to support long-term health and well-being. This evidence-based approach recently earned her recognition as the Medical Fitness Association’s Professional of the Year.

Jolene finds deep fulfillment in helping individuals design fitness and lifestyle programs that empower them to live better lives—whether they’re managing chronic illness, recovering from surgery, or taking steps to prevent disease and reduce risk factors.

We get one shot at this amazing life, so each and every day I wake up with a renewed vision and mission to not only help others get moving and stay active, but to inspire my team to do the same for others.
- Jolene Noel

 

Through humility, leadership, and a commitment to science-backed fitness, Jolene continues to inspire both clients and professionals alike. Her story is proof that movement can change lives—and that compassionate, educated fitness professionals play a critical role in health and longevity.

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