SMF empowers women to be strong, mindful, and fearless during their 40’s, 50’s & beyond.
I’m here to help change the narrative of midlife transitions for women everywhere.
Hi, I'm Stephanie! I'm deeply passionate about empowering women to be strong, mindful and fearless during the transformative midlife era. This period is filled with significant life changes, from physical shifts to career transitions, evolving relationships, retirement, and the empty nest phase—it can all feel overwhelming.
Through 25 years of research and personal experience, I've discovered the powerful impact of prioritizing sleep, mindfulness, fitness, nourishing food, and community on overall health, energy levels, and resilience.
My background includes a BS and MS in Health Education, and I'm a nationally certified personal trainer with specialized training in women's fitness. I've managed health and wellness programs for Arlington County Government and Inova Health Systems and taught wellness at Marymount University. I'm also a Chopra Center certified meditation instructor, wellbeing coach, and practitioner of Ayurvedic principles. My recent certifications include Women's Coaching and Menopause Coaching Specialist through Girls Gone Strong.
When I'm not working with clients, pursuing further certifications, or creating content for the ChangeHER Community Membership, you'll find me supporting my teenage children in their sports endeavors, traveling to concerts and shows with loved ones, or enjoying peaceful moments on the beach with my husband. I find joy in reading, journaling, exercising, and meditation.
I feel incredibly fortunate to live my dream of helping women in midlife reclaim their power and prioritize their well-being!
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SMF is here for you!
Personal growth is essential, because if we're truly evolving—and we are meant to evolve—we're constantly changing. Real growth happens when we push beyond our comfort zones, and we can support each other through this journey. Connection reminds us of our shared humanity; without it, we risk feeling lost and alone. But it doesn't have to be that way. We can build a supportive community where we freely give and receive.
My vision is to empower women to achieve holistic well-being and confidently embrace midlife through integrated practices that cultivate strength, mindfulness, and fearlessness. It is an honor to guide women in training their mental, physical, and spiritual selves, offering expert coaching in fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, and meditation, fostering this supportive community, and encouraging personal evolution beyond comfort zones. We build our best lives through small, consistent actions. While we are our own best resources, having a collective for support reveals the infinite possibilities within our lives.
The SMF community is about helping women to navigate life’s changes with practices that support overall health, increase energy and foster resilience.