Michelle Gumba

Years Coaching/Training:  2 years coaching | 8 years training

Certifications:

• NASM Certified Nutrition Coach
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• USPA State Referee
• State, National, and World Record Holder across multiple weight classes (56kg, 60kg, 67.5kg) and age groups (Submaster, Master)
• B.A. in Legal Studies, University of California, Berkeley
• MBA with a focus in Supply Chain & Analytics, Syracuse University

About Me:

Lifting weights has always given me a sense of purpose and confidence. I loved how training not only made me stronger physically, but mentally as well and I naturally found myself helping friends reach their goals. When my father passed away from cancer, it completely changed my perspective. It inspired me to dedicate my life to helping women and families learn how to integrate nutrition, mental health, and fitness so they can live fuller, happier, and more balanced lives.

Coaching Philosophy:

My goal as a coach is to give clients everything I wish I had when I first started: the guidance, connection, sanity checks, and support that make the journey less lonely and more empowering. I take a holistic approach to training, combining evidence-based strength programming with psychology, neuroscience, statistics, and spirituality.

I believe that when a client feels mentally and emotionally safe to be their most authentic self, they can unlock their full potential. Stress, mindset, and self-belief all play a major role in performance, so I work closely with my clients to help them build resilience, confidence, and balance both in and out of the gym.

What I Wish Every Athlete Knew:

You’re capable of far more than you realize when you feel loved and supported. That sense of connection can be the ultimate supercharger for both strength and confidence.

Favorite Lift:

Squat

Quote I Live By:

“Everyone is going through something that they don’t always share, so try to be kind if you can help it.”