We’re so grateful for Elise, with one of the highest class attendances year! You can always count on her and her sweet daughter to show up with warm smiles and positive energy. We’re so lucky to have Elise and her family as a cherished part of our FIT4MOM community!

Tell us about your family!

My husband and I have been married for 8 years and our daughter Ellie will turn 2 in August.

Current/previous career?

I work as a nursing education coordinator at Northwestern Hospital downtown. I worked as a nurse on a neuro unit for 5 years before transitioning to my current role in clinical research.

What does motherhood mean to you?

I love watching Ellie grow and change every day. Sometimes it might be something small or it may be a big milestone, but it’s fun being a part of it all.

Favorite local spot?

Any of the coffee shops around Forest Park and Oak Park. I love having so many options within walking distance.

How did you find Fit4Mom?

When I was pregnant, I Googled exercise classes for pregnant moms, and I found Fit4Baby. Then I continued Fit4Mom classes after Ellie was born.

What's the best part about Fit4Mom?

I like being able to connect with moms who are at different stages of motherhood. Whether they have kids around the same age or it’s a new mom or a mom with older kids, I always come away with a good parenting tip whether it’s for the present or the future!

Favorite class/exercise?

We are usually at Strides 360 on Saturday mornings and I also love attending the early morning virtual classes!

Proudest moment?

After I graduated college, I moved out to Washington, DC. It was scary to be starting a new job and being on my own for the first time and only knowing a couple of people. I ended up staying out there for 5 years and meeting my husband while I was there.

What is something that would surprise us?

I was on a waterski team in college where we would compete against other teams in the Midwest a few weekends every fall and spring.

FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest offers fitness classes for women in all stages of motherhood, including prenatal, stroller & moms only classes. Your first class is free! Click here to try a class.