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Meet Pamela Lessard: Personal Trainer and Ultimate Fit Mom

10/20/2015

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Pamela Lessard is a personal trainer, obstacle race athlete, group exercise instructor and one fit mama to her daughter, Haley. I mean, look at those shoulders! She's a trainer at Washington Sports Club in Arlington, Virginia and teaches kettlebells, obstacle race conditioning, bootcamp and UXF Circuit training. Staying fit in both mind and body is her philosophy and I'm SO excited to share with you how she does it in my first ElleBeing interview! You can find out more about Pamela's personal training here. 

ELLEBEING: Pamela, you are in such awesome shape! Tell us a little about yourself. How did you get into fitness and personal training? 

PAMELA:  I left my job as a director of communications after realizing how unhappy I was in that job. I didn't want another stressful desk job so I decided to follow my passion...fitness.  I've always been an athlete and wanted to share my knowledge and passion.  Also, it's very hard to have a full time job and be a mom if you truly want to have a solid connection with your child.  But studying to be a personal trainer and passing the exam is no joke. This has been my most rewarding job ever. ​

ELLEBEING: How often do you recommend to your clients to work out? 

PAMELA: I think people should move their bodies every day. That doesn't mean do a hard core workout every day, though. Some days are just meant for walking or taking the stairs. But a solid workout that incorporates weights and gets your heart rate up is necessary at least three days a week. 

ELLEBEING: Good to know -- three days is manageable! What are the best exercises to burn fat and tone up? 

PAMELA: People make the mistake of only running or getting on an elliptical. Weights burn more calories and build lean muscle mass. 

ELLEBEING: I am guilty of this mistake. I am always trying to remember to incorporate more weights! How heavy should the weights be without bulking up? 

PAMELA: It's hard for a woman to bulk up unless she's taking a lot of supplements AND lifting very heavy.  I encourage my female clients to try to use heavier weights than they are used to. You're not going to get a lot of definition with 5 pound weights. If women use 10, 12, 15 and even 20 pound weights, they'll notice some subtle definition and nice curves. 

ELLEBEING: What sort of diet do you follow or recommend? 

PAMELA: I've never dieted in my life, but I've always eaten clean and healthy. I'm a big proponent of the Mediterranean diet. Think lots of whole foods, fruits and vegetables, complex carbs, and lean protein like fish, chicken and turkey. 

ELLEBEING:  What's your favorite pre and post workout snack? 

PAMELA: It depends on what time of the day I workout. Before a race I need something gentle like oatmeal and fruit. After working out, a good mix of carbs and protein is key. I like plant based protein powders. 

ELLEBEING: Me too! I love PlantFusion and usually buy it on Amazon to get it cheaper than Whole Foods. I am going to share a smoothie bowl with this stuff ASAP.  Okay, what's your favorite splurge?! 

PAMELA: Wine :) 

ELLEBEING: Me too. With dark chocolate of course. Cheers! Thanks for the interview, Pamela! 

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7 Comments
Wendy
10/22/2015 11:27:47 am

Pamela's passion for fitness is tangible. She is super fit and such a great role model!

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Damion link
10/23/2015 12:30:49 pm

Pamela is one of the most inspiring people I've ever met on this planet. Allow yourself to be lead by her in one of her classes. It will change your life!

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Plessard67@live.com
10/24/2015 07:53:39 am

Thank you! !

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Plessard67@live.com
10/24/2015 07:54:24 am

Thanks!!

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Cindy
10/25/2015 04:23:49 pm

Pamela is an intelligent, energetic, and inspiring woman who could succeed in any field she set her mind to pursue. She finally followed her heart and her passion into life fitness where her free spirit and contagious enthusiasm leads others to follow her heartfelt training programs in their quest to be their own personal best. Making a difference every day, Pamela!

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Pamela
10/27/2015 05:38:24 pm

Thanks, Cindy!

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8/20/2016 03:40:24 am

I love acting and modelling. It is not easy to wear bikini with confidence without having perfect curves and fit body. Therefore, I have hired a personal trainer, who helps me staying slim, fit, and healthy.

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    Hi there, I'm Ellen!​ 

    I'm a first time mama living in San Diego with my hubby Will, toddler Billy and rescue pup Luna.

    ​I have a passion for health and fitness, but I am all about BALANCE (aka I love wine and chocolate). 

    I hope to inspire others in their own wellness journeys. Thanks for visiting my site! I hope these tips & recipes will help you BE WELL! 

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