If there's one thing I know to be true about taking care of our bodies, it's this: keeping things simple makes a really big difference.

I've worked with hundreds of clients who all used to think the same thing: losing weight and eating well has to be difficult in order for it to work. In fact, I used to believe this too when I was just starting out.

Over the past 20 years, I've mastered the art of simple, doable nutrition that doesn't require fad diets, hours of cardio or eating foods that you just don't enjoy. Now, I teach women the same thing - that it's totally possible to love how you look and enjoy the process while getting there.

I'm the online fitness and nutrition coach for women 40+ who likes to keep things simple...

Hi there! I'm Susan

There is nothing worse than feeling negatively about yourself. As women, we put so much pressure on ourselves to look good, feel good and do good in all aspects of our life. We strive to be the best spouse, the best mom, the best employee, the best friend - ultimately putting ourselves on the back burner until we feel like it's 'too late.'

When was the last time you looked in the mirror and felt good about yourself?

it's time to start putting yourself first

Losing weight and eating well is about so much more than a number on the scale or how you you look in the mirror. It's about nourishing your body with wholesome foods that give you energy to show up as your best self every day. It's about re-gaining your confidence and feeling good in your skin. It's about learning to love yourself in a way that you haven't for many years and finally prioritizing your own needs above everyone elses.

and I'm here to help you do just that.

My dog, Winnie

Spending time with my husband and our children

Being poolside on Summer North Carolina days

Teaching women simple, doable fitness and nutrition

I'm really passionate about...

present

I get to help women feel confident in their skin through simple, doable fitness and nutrition

2021

Officially launched Susan Ballard Fitness in early February and certified through NASM

2004

Had our twins,
Will and Ryan

2000

Had our first daughter, Rush

1997

Took a job in medical sales after working as a personal trainer

1995

Graduated from App State with a degree health promotion with a minor in nutrition

My Timeline

where I've been

1999

Married my husband, Bob, and moved to the Lake Norman area of Charlotte, NC

2003

Started 'Moms in Training,' a business training moms through pregnancy

anywhere tropical

5. To Visit:

panthers
app state

4. To Cheer For:

water
coffee

3. To Drink:

thrillers/mystery

2. To Read:

ozark

1. To Watch:

My Favorite Things

seafood

6. To Eat:

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Breakthrough Brand

10. Podcast

Christmas

9. Holiday:

At home!

8. Place to Be:

Pop Punk Music

7. To Listen to:

Pizza

6. To Eat:

Did someone say more favorites!?

NEXT

find out what we have in common.

LET'S PLAY A LITTLE GAME

hip-hop/RAP

COUNTRY

POP/ROCK

What is your favorite type of music to work out to?

metal

There's nothing like some throwback hip-hop/rap music to fire me up for a workout.

hip-hop/rap

My favorite type of music to workout to is...

anything sweet

cheeseburger

pizza

What would be your go-to guilty pleasure?

cocktails

I love dark chocolate and it is most definitely what I would choose as a guilty pleasure or cheat meal.

ANYTHING SWEET

My go-to guilty pleasure would be...

ireland

hawaii

italy

Where would you like to vacation to?

I've never been to Hawaii but certainly on my bucket list of places I want to visit.

hawaii

My favorite vacation spot is...

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let's GET TO KNOW EACH OTHER A LITTLE MORE

Ok... you're clearly having fun here.

- ANNA GATLIN

"After only 3 months working with Susan, I have lost 12 pounds!

For about 3 months before I started working with Susan, I had started tracking my meals and trying to lose weight on my own and it was very slow. I am so thankful for Susan and HER guidance! I am so happy with my results. I am learning so much from Susan and love the check-ins to keep me accountable. Susan is a great coach!"

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