LORI
THOMSON
CHICAGO, IL
I have been a personal trainer for 14 years and have been living in Chicago for 17 years. I am one of the new OPEX gym owners, OPEX Chicago.
WHAT LANGUAGES DO YOU SPEAK? English
WHY ARE YOU A FITNESS COACH?
I became a fitness coach because I wanted to make a huge impact on people’s lives through personal training. I also became a fitness coach because it looked like fun; as much as I like to help people improve their health and fitness, I think it's a blast being a fitness coach.
HOW HAS CCP SHAPED YOUR COACHING PRACTICE?
CCP gave me more insight into how to improve myself as a coach from where I am out now and to show my passion to others around me. CCP reminded me why education is so important; it takes you places where you can learn to be a good person and rub off on others around you.
WHAT IS YOUR ULTIMATE TRAINING SESSION?
If not playing soccer, anything that has to deal with a Pain session.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE NOURISHING MEAL?
Authentic Mexican food.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE HOBBIES OUTSIDE OF THE GYM?
Playing soccer, trail running, cycling, kayaking, playing with my dogs, reading, hanging with my family and mountain biking with my girlfriend.