About Libby
For over a decade, I coached movement through dance, helping performers refine their technique, build confidence, and express themselves through movement. The natural transition from dance to fitness led me to strength training, where I found my true passion: empowering people to become stronger, more capable versions of themselves.
As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and a background as a Fulbright Scholar, I bring a deep level of education and teaching experience to my coaching. I believe that knowing how to train is one thing, but knowing how to teach is what truly sets a great coach apart. My approach prioritizes education, sustainable habits, and best practices over quick fixes or gimmicks.
My Why
My coaching is built on a simple but powerful belief: strength training and proper fueling are tools for living a stronger, more confident life outside the gym. I help my clients shift from chasing smaller to chasing stronger: trading restrictive dieting and over-exercising for a sustainable approach that lets them eat more, train smarter, and perform their best.
If you’ve spent years stuck in the cycle of under-eating, burnout workouts, and frustration with slow progress, I’ll help you break free from that. Together, we’ll rebuild your foundation around strength, recovery, and fueling your body like an athlete, so you can finally see results that last.
Growing up in the world of competitive dance, I was constantly surrounded by the message that leaner was better, smaller was ideal, and appearance was everything. That mindset was exhausting. When I discovered CrossFit—and learned how to properly fuel for it—everything changed. I stopped training to take up less space and started training to see what I was capable of. Now, I don’t worry about eating “too much.” I eat to perform, lift heavier, recover better, and feel unstoppable.
Now, my mission is to help others experience that same transformation: to feel strong, fueled, and confident in the gym, at the table, and in everyday life.
When I’m not coaching, you can find me competing in CrossFit, cooking (and baking!) in my kitchen, or diving into a great book. I believe food is meant to be enjoyed, and I love sharing meal prep strategies and recipes with my clients (my brownie recipe is legendary!).
If you’re ready to break free from the restrictive fitness mindset and step into a stronger, more confident version of yourself, let’s work together. Your goals are within reach, and I’ll help you get there.
The Lift With Libby Coaching Philosophy
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You already know strength matters. Now it’s about training smarter—not harder. My programming blends progressive strength, conditioning, and recovery so you can perform at your peak and stay consistent long-term. Whether you’re chasing PRs, mastering gymnastics skills, or balancing training with real life, I’ll help you move with intention and purpose behind every session.
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Your training is only as strong as how you fuel it. I teach clients how to eat to perform — not to restrict. No more under-eating, cutting carbs, or guessing what your body needs. You’ll learn how to fuel for strength, recovery, and energy using strategies that fit your lifestyle. Nutrition isn’t punishment — it’s power.
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The best results come when you understand the process. My coaching is built on education—so you know why your nutrition targets change, why your training cycles shift, and how to adjust when life gets busy. I’ll give you the knowledge and tools to make confident decisions about your body, your performance, and your long-term goals—long after coaching ends.
Credentials
NASM CSNC
NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coaches assist athletes and clients in achieving their optimal performance by providing the science of performance nutrition. They have expertise in how nutrition impacts physical prowess and recovery, interpreting dietary guidelines, and offering recommendations to align with the unique physiological demands and performance goals of each client.
NASM CPT
NASM Certified Personal Trainers (NCCA accredited) are knowledgeable of the scientific principles, foundational concepts, and practical techniques to train and motivate clients in exercise activities. They assess their clients’ fitness levels, personal goals, and skills to create customized training programs, provide regular feedback, and progress updates
USAW Level 1
A USAW Level 1 Coach (USAW L1) is a certified professional trained by USA Weightlifting to teach, cue, and correct the snatch, clean, and jerk. They are equipped to safely design programs and implement explosive power training for athletes ranging from beginners to intermediate lifters.