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Introduction: Seattle is one of the fittest towns I've ever encountered in the summer. As soon as those rain clouds appear, we sink into our couches and commence hibernation. Many of my clients come to me with weight-loss goals after they've packed on the winter pounds. Others seek out strength training to augment their race training. Whether you have elite fitness goals or simply want to feel better when doing simple movements, I can help you get there. As your trainer, I will be your teacher, your cheerleader, and your insistent habit that will see you to your goal. An NSCA certified personal trainer, Melissa has been changing people's lives since 2006. Combining her knowledge of functional movement training, TRX, kettlebells, and her background in yoga, her clients receive specialized programs that are designed to safely achieve their goals. She is also certified in pre/postnatal fitness and by Nautilus Cycling Institute.

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Katie B.

Jan 12, 2013

I have been trying to teach myself to run for almost four years now. I have participated in 5Ks, obstacle runs, lots of walking, but not so much running. I always felt accomplished having finished, but also disappointed knowing that i could improve. I've tried various couch to 5k programs, but always have given up barely able to run more than a minute at a time after a month of attempting the program. I finally decided to look into working with a personal trainer, and I am so glad that I did. My sessions are always challenging, but fun and rewarding. I started barely able to run thirty seconds at a time. I am pleased to say that in only a couple of months I can now run for four minutes straight! I feel myself getting stronger and stronger every week! Each of my sessions are tailored specifically for me, my goals, and my body. I have never felt so strong. Melissa Charlton is an excellent motivator and trainer.

Erin S.

Apr 8, 2013

Melissa has trained me through many levels of fitness as well as worked with me through injury and back to full strength on the injured joints. I started working with her in 2009 after my husband went for a fitness evaluation with her. He, basically, wanted to know if she did the same training routine with each client. Well, after my fitness evaluation, I got a completely different workout. Melissa tailors each workout to each individual - AND she doesn't keep the workout the same if the individual has an injury or is training for a triathlon, like I am, now. My goal is to be in the best shape of my life at 40 (I'm 36, now), and to be able to do as many activities as I want in retirement, such as skiing, hiking, swimming, biking, etc. She definitely changed my life and my outlook on what I can achieve with my body. I have gained over 12 pounds of muscle training with her, and I definitely look better than I did when I was younger! I am also an avid triathlete, and I no longer think, "I can't do that!" when someone asks me to go hiking, bouldering, etc. because thanks to Melissa, I CAN!!! She is amazing and motivating. I highly recommend working with Melissa to reach your goals!

Reagan M.

Jan 11, 2013

Melissa is very enthusiastic and supportive. She always has different things for us to do in circuit training so I don't get bored and she always pushes me.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My first session is complimentary. This is so we make sure it's a good fit. You get to see how I work and I get to see how you move, so I know how best to help. I'm offering 30% off new clients at my Redmond location, until August 2019. So regular $80/hour sessions are $56.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to assess movement, and see what's out of balance (weak, strong, tight, stable, unstable, etc), and then try to correct that with myofascial release, stretching and then movement. I specialize in mobility and stability, and help teach people how to free up their stuck or inflamed tissues, through self-massage and stretching. I focus on core strength, integrated with bigger moves (because they're fun) and stabilizing moves (because they're important), and add in cardiovascular intervals for working that system as well.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
NASM CPT, NSCA CPT, RYT 200H