Carey Phillips

I’ve been an athlete for most of my life and have competed in major athletic events across the nation through track and cross-country. After spending several years as a certified running coach through USATF, I decided I wanted to branch out and try strength training. I became a personal trainer in 2016 and was set on working with younger athletes, until my boss at the time told me my new client was an 86 year old woman. I thought to myself “what am I going to do with an 86 year old??” Little did I know that client would change my life forever! She was an incredible athlete and challenged all the stereotypes I had against older adults. From then on, I knew I only wanted to work with seniors and got a job as a Wellness Director in a retirement community in Spartanburg. I have acquired several certifications specific to working with older adults and I’m pursing a Master’s in Aging degree through Arizona State University. My dream is to own my own personal training business and offer services that are convenient for all seniors, not just the ones who can afford to live in fancy retirement communities.

Is it functional? Can we use this in everyday life?

Clients can expect to be lead safely through various exercises that are structured to improve quality of life and independence for older adults. We will focus on balance, core strength, and functional training. Before training begins a total body assessment will be given, as well as gait analysis, to address any imbalances.

I play the guitar and sing around town, I also love to paint!