"To me, being fit is balance.  It's your ability to function physically, emotionally, cognitively, and spiritually.  The more fit you are in all of these aspects of the self, the more you can enjoy every moment of your life. 

The more aware you are of your reality, choices in life, and your capacity to change the things that keep you from being in balance, the happier you can be.  I feel that being fit in all domains is what will bring on the motivation to accomplish your wildest dreams."

                                                                                                                                                                                                         ~iina

About Me:

With 20 years of training experience, 15 years of studying exercise science, nutrition, behavior modification, and motivation, and experience working in collegiate, community, corporate, and commercial fitness and wellness programs, I am simply the most well rounded and extensively educated wellness coach you can find! 

I help you design your very own, personalized path to well-being by combining up-to-date scientific knowledge on anatomy, physiology, and nutrition with motivational techniques and a gentle push to excel.  I train WITH you and help you discover the joy of movement while guiding you through a hands-on experience to changing your lifestyle.     

I offer hourly personal training, nutritional counseling, individual and group weight loss programs, workshops, health screenings, and seminars.  For details on my services and rates, please see my services page.

Your free consultation:

During your free consultation, we will discuss your goals and the barriers that have kept you from reaching your fitness and wellness goals in the past.  You will get to ask your most burning fitness related questions and we'll get to meet in person to see if our personalities match for an effective and fun experience!

You can contact me via email or phone.  I always respond within 24 hours, so if you do not hear back from me, your message got lost in junk mail or I couldn't hear your voicemail - so please feel free to call again!

Client Testimonials:

"The GOOD news is that as of this morning I have lost 25lbs. I weighed 155lbs when you met me, and this morning the scale told me that I'm at 130. It's not quite my target, but it's pretty darn close.  I couldn't have done it without you. When we met I was caught up in a spiral of self-loathing and hopelessness, and you single-handedly showed me that there was a better way. I'll never forget the moment you brought out that stack of pictures showing your own periods of weight gain. I remember looking at those pictures and being so grateful to you for allowing me to see you like that -- in a body that looked a lot like mine. It made me trust you. It told me that just because I was out of shape, you weren't going to treat me as less of a person.  You took the terror out of exercise. You made it silly. But you also made it deeply personal and connected it with some of the internal issues that were holding me back. You went above and beyond, spending an entire day with me to clean my filthy house and help me reclaim my personal space. I needed that, and I didn't know how to ask for help. You knew, and you showed up. 

Today I'm back in my old clothes (size 2-4 vs 8-10), and feeling confident in my own skin for the first time in two years.  You were the light that I needed, and I will never forget you. If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. And if you ever come to New York, you have a place to stay.

~ All my love,  M.B., New York, NY



"I have had other trainers in the past and they were good but it wasn't like a learning experience, the way it has been with you!"

~ M.S., New Orleans, LA



"Iina's training sessions are matched only by her inspiring personality, and her vigorous drive is inspirational. Her knowledge of body mechanics, muscle function and injury prevention allows her to get the most out of her clients. Her pleasant and positive attitude is a great asset, and instills her clients with the confidence and motivation to "come back for more."

~ S.W., Los Angeles, CA

 "Ugh, you're so encouraging, lol!"

~ J.L., New Orleans, LA



Tel.: (985) 256-3201

Email: iina@livefreelaughhardfitness.com

Facebook Page: LiveFreeLaughHardFitness

"I highly reccommend Iina. She is a passionate and super creative instructor that knows how to make health and fitness fun. She brings a lot of positive energy and simplicity to workouts so that you stick with it."

~ K.I., Atlanta, GA

"Iina is an amazing instructor..She will get you moving and working 'hard' without you even noticing it...Oh yes!!! HARD is the proper term to use coz her program, while may not seem complicated, will MOST DEFINITELY make you feel its effect the next day and ooooh, it feels so goooood!! I have done her classes three times in a row and I still come back for more! I'm looking forward to more and more activities!!!"

~ C.J, New Orleans, LA

 "Iina is professional yet fun at the same time. She respects your time, doesn't cancel appointments, and accepts where YOU are when you first start training. Perfect personality for a trainer.  She will tell you the truth and make you work hard, all with a smile on her pretty face!!"

~ A.A., New Orleans, LA

"Having experienced disappointment from personal trainers in the past, I was delightfully surprised after meeting Iina.  Rather than treating fitness as a one-size-fits-all remedy, she takes time to address your personal challenges to maximize results and minimize discomfort.  Best of all, she isn’t judgmental or robotic so I felt comfortable being open with her and receiving her honest evaluation. Our workout together was exactly what I needed – challenging enough to leave me slightly sore the next day but not so much that I was dreading working out again.  Unlike other trainers, Iina doesn’t order you through complicated poses that leave you feeling dependent on her assistance.  She teaches you simple, effective moves you can complete on your own long after she’s gone.  I highly recommend her to anyone needing a gentle push and knowledgeable guide in their quest for a healthier, happier self."

~ A.C., New Orleans, LA