Nadia Santiago, CPT, GFI
As a fitness and personal wellness coach, Nadia combines her expertise in psychology and her experience in the fitness industry to serve clients who want to improve their lives through physical, spiritual, and/or psychological means. Through her writing, Nadia hopes she can inspire people who are on their own journey to health and happiness.
Fitness and Yoga Expert
Nadia Santiago is a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). She is also a Certified Yoga Instructor (200 hours) registered with the Yoga Alliance and a Precision Nutrition (PN) Certified Nutrition Coach. She has been leading fitness classes and coaching clients for five years and loving every moment.
Transpersonal Psychology
Nadia also has a Master's degree in Transpersonal Psychology. During college, she was fascinated and alarmed by the ways in which people struggle mentally and emotionally. Having personally struggled with periods of depression, hopelessness, and feeling overwhelmed, she was determined to uncover the most effective and fulfilling methods for helping individuals overcome the biggest challenges in their lives.
As a result, she dedicated 14 years of her life to studying self-development, career development, personal growth, life transitions, the connection between the mind and the body, and psycho-spiritual practices. She is committed to helping individuals feel competent, confident, and loved.
More About Nadia Santiago
If you're interested in learning more about Nadia's fitness coaching or her writing, visit her profile on LinkedIn. You can also follow her on Twitter.
Most Recent Contributions by Nadia Santiago, CPT, GFI
7 Yoga Inversion Poses for Beginners That Will Get Your Blood Flowing
Yoga inversion poses (asanas) are poses in which your heart and hips are above your head. They are an excellent way to improve strength, bal ... Read More
Do You Need an Exercise Mat?
Classes in fitness studios and health clubs often involve the use of exercise mats. Mats aren't necessary, but many people prefer them, espe ... Read More
How Many Calories Are Burned Doing Yoga Sculpt?
Grab your mat and get ready to sweat! Like other exercises, yoga sculpt burns calories, but how many depends on a number of factors. However ... Read More
What Causes Heart Palpitations During Exercise?
Do you sometimes get heart palpitations when you work out? Your heart is designed to beat the same way every time, over and over and over ag ... Read More
Yoga Inversion Benefits: Physical and Psychological
Yoga inversions are poses or asanas where the head is below the heart. Some yoga inversions are challenging because they require your body t ... Read More