Gloria Schwartz, B.A., M.A., is an Ottawa-based personal trainer, the Focus on Fitness columnist for The Ottawa Jewish Bulletin, and a motivational speaker. She enjoys running half-marathons, working out, and spending time with her husband, sons, and dachshunds.

Gloria's mission is to help people overcome negative thoughts and adopt a healthy, active lifestyle so they can optimize their physical and mental health and get lean, fit, and strong—at any age.

As a young woman, Gloria Schwartz was given a grim prognosis that left her feeling helpless. The ensuing years of illness-related anxiety and a poor lifestyle further exacerbated her medical condition. A series of events in her 40s prompted her to take a few small steps towards a healthier lifestyle—steps that evolved into a transformational journey of mind, body, and spirit. Without any gimmicks or diets, she got lean and fit, became a long-distance runner, improved her health, and altered her destiny! Now her mission is to help you become your Personal Best!

Credentials/Experience
B.A. (Psychology) - McGill University
M.A. (Educational Technology) - Concordia
Certified Personal Trainer - Canfitpro, since 2010
Certified Fitness Kickboxing Instructor - Fitness Kickboxing Canada
University of Ottawa Heart Institute Heart Wise Workshop (to train clients with cardiovascular and other chronic diseases)
Human Kinetics Exercise and Sports Psychology course
University of Western Ontario Tiered Exercise Program for Seniors
Group fitness instructor: Seniors' Chair Fitness; Vitality Plus; PowerPump, Bootcamp, Cardio Kickboxing, Learn to Run

Co-Founder, Association of Fitness Professionals in Ottawa. 2017-present.