CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: Being a badass in and out of the gym

Zemer Method: Coaching Client Spotlight – Ashley MacNeill. She’s a mother of two, has a demanding career in private equity, and is an absolute badass in and out of the gym. I have been working with Ashley for three years both in-person and through my Transformation Coaching via @getverb. She is always showing up for herself and her fitness goals. Here are some of her recent accomplishments:

✅ PR’d her marathon time in Berlin by 20 min which qualifies her for the Boston Marathon
✅ Dropped her alcohol consumption to less than 7 per week to prep for her marathon 
✅ Increased her pull-up PR to 10 in a row
✅ Balancing her diet and training with her demanding and travel dense career 

Ashley and I have been working together since June 2021. She came to me with goals of weight loss and improving her overall health markers. Not only is she one of the strongest clients I have (consistently lifting heavier than some of the men I train) – she is also cross-training effectively to knock her marathon race time out of the park.

Ashley is the perfect example of “nothing is impossible when it comes to your health.” She has an extremely busy career chock full with multiple dinners out a week and constant travel. She understands how important it is to prioritize your health and wellness goals. 

She’s an absolute badass, consistently showing up for herself and crushing her fitness goals through her dedication. Her commitment sets her apart and truly makes her stand out. I’m so proud of her hard work. I can’t wait to see you continue to crush it, Ashley!

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Eileen Pallotta

Coach

"Habits make history."

Eileen is responsible for guiding clients through personalized coaching that delivers life-changing results through consistency, strategy, and accountability. She manages client progress, provides tailored nutrition guidance, and offers ongoing support and education to ensure every individual feels empowered, understood, and set up for long-term success.

When she’s not coaching clients, you’ll find Eileen throwing weights around in the garage or chasing step goals trying to keep pace with her husband and four kids… most often on the sidelines of various sports fields.

Specialities:

  • BA Journalism and International Business
  • 15+ years Fitness and Nutrition Coach
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • Certified CrossFit Trainer
  • Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer
  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Level 2 Certification
  • CrossFit Kids Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Nutrition Certification
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Strongman Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Running Certification
  • CrossFit Lesson Planning Certification
  • CrossFit Scaling Certification
  • CPR and AED Certified

Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling