Smarter Strength. Better Movement. Real Results.

Hi there and welcome to the Strong Side! I’m Cali, a certified kettlebell coach dedicated to helping women 30+ get stronger with purposeful programming that keeps them moving well and feeling confident.

My fitness journey started way back in 2005. I did LOTS of cardio, ate LITTLE bits of food and experienced the hanger, cravings, and fatigue to go along with it. I lost weight, yes, but I was still far from loving myself or my body. Finding strength training—and eventually kettlebells—completely changed my outlook on fitness. Working out was once simply something I “had” to do to fulfill a certain look.

Now, it brings more joy to my life than I ever could have imagined. You can barely get me away from my bells I love them so much! I genuinely believe fitness is SO fun NOT just a means to an end. I am stronger and more confident than ever and it’s my mission to teach you how to achieve that too.

If you’ve ever felt like you were doing all the workouts but still not seeing results—or worse, feeling tight, achy, or constantly sore—you’re not alone. Many women get stuck in this cycle of constantly adding MORE when they really just need BETTER. My goal is to show you the difference and help you become your strongest and most radiant, thriving self.

I help you eliminate the constant feeling of being stiff and achy, love how your body looks and moves, and actually enjoy the process of training. It’s not about doing more, more, more. it’s about doing what works. There’s a smarter, more sustainable way to get results that keeps me and my clients coming back every week, and I’m confident you’re going to love it too!

My Approach: Train Smarter, Not Harder

I believe fitness should help you feel strong and bring you more joy. It should enhance how you move, how you live, and how you show up for everything else in your life.

My coaching focuses on:

✔️ Building real strength with kettlebell, barbell, and bodyweight training (and dumbbells, too!)

✔️Improving movement quality, posture, and performance

✔️Supporting recovery and longevity—not just intensity

✔️Empowering you to train with confidence and clarity, no matter what tool you’re using.

Whether we’re working 1:1, in a small group, or through a custom programming option, you’ll always get a plan tailored to your body, your goals, and your schedule. This is about building sustainable strength that supports you in everything else you want to do in life.

What You Can Expect from Me:

You show up. I guide the way. I will challenge you, support you, and teach you skills you can carry for life. We’ll push through tough sets, celebrate wins (big and small), and build strength from the inside out. We will find your strong side and make it stronger. Always with intention. Always with encouragement. Always with a smile.

Certifications & Experience

  • Assistant Coach for Bell Mechanics certification — I teach other trainers how to coach kettlebells

  • Certified Kettlebell Instructor – Strong First Level 1 (2019), DV8 Fitness (2020), and Bell Mechanics (2024)

  • Certified Barbell Instructor - Strong First Lifter (2019)

  • Certified Bodyweight Instructor - Strong First Bodyweight (2021)

  • Certified Strength and Sports Performance Coach (2021)

  • Registered Nurse, Arizona State University (2011)

Ready to Train Smarter?

Explore my 1:1 coaching, small group programs, or custom programming options to find the best fit for your goals.

Get a FREE workout and experience what fitness at Strong Side Kettlebell looks and feels like.

Let’s build fitness that keeps you looking and feeling good while giving you strength and energy for life!