I'm Lauren. I have been training in Shotokan karate since 2002. I have a B.S. from UCF in Sport & Exercise Science and have the following certifications: CSCS, NSCA-CPT, PN - Level 1 Nutrition Coach, and OTA - Certified Online Trainer, GGS-1.

I have been working in the fitness industry since 2013 and have learned through the years how drastically strength and conditioning can affect one's karate training and longevity.

​I cannot emphasize it enough - all martial artists should be resistance training.