Meet your Coach.
From My Journey to Yours - Why I’m Here to Help you.
I am Aphrodite, 43 years old, born and raised in Crete, Greece. And I’m not just a coach – I’m someone who’s been where you are.
As a busy mom of two and a business owner, I understand the struggle of balancing work, family, and self-care. There were times when I felt stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. But through strength training, intentional movement, and simple, sustainable habits, I found a way to build a stronger, healthier version of myself—and I’m here to help you do the same.
I started working as a Certified Personal Trainer in local gyms but soon I realized that my calling was higher. I looked for the best source of knowlegde and I found Strongfirst, Animal Movement and Flexible Steel. I knew I was ‘home’.
I created SheisKettlebell to offer a better way – a way that works. Whether you’re a beginner who’s tired of starting over, a coach ready to level up, or a professional who just wants to feel strong and capable again, I’m here to help you.
With over 6 years of experience and commited to strength, quality movement and building good habits, I created a system and worked with hundreds of people who felt like they didn’t have the time, energy, or tools to make a change. Together, we found a way. And now, I want to help you find yours.
Because you deserve to feel strong – in your body, your mindset, and your life.
And remember:
Dreams without goals, are just dreams. You have to commit to start and you have to be consistent to finish.
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My training philosophy
Here’s the truth: I don’t believe in shortcuts or fads. What I believe in is smart, sustainable training that fits your life. Whether you’re looking to build raw strength, get leaner, improve your flexibility, or just feel more energized, I’ve got you covered.
I blend kettlebells, animal movement, bodyweight exercises, and barbell training to give you the best of everything. Strength, mobility, flexibility, and endurance – they all play a part in your fitness journey, and they all carry over into your everyday life. My goal is to help you become the strongest, most confident version of yourself – no matter where you’re starting from. Together, we’ll focus on real progress, not perfection.
Whether you are just starting or preparing for a Strongfirst Certification, I offer personalized programming that aligns with your fitness level and goals. With a focus on techique, mobility, functional strength and building habits, you will get stronger and leaner, move better and achieve lasting results.
My approach emphasizes efficiency, with solid programs based on proven principles that fit your busy life while producing tangible, sustainable progress.
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What you gain from training with me
Training with me goes beyond just lifting kettlebells or following a program. Here’s what you’ll truly walk away with:
Mastery in Movement and Strength
As a StrongFirst Elite Instructor, I’ll teach you how to unlock the full potential of kettlebell and bodyweight training. From perfecting foundational moves to advanced techniques, you’ll develop functional strength that translates to real life. If powerlifting is part of your goals, I’ll help you build raw power with precision and confidence.
Dynamic Mobility and Endurance
As a Level 2 Animal Movement Instructor, I’ll guide you through innovative methods that combine mobility, flexibility, and endurance in a way that’s both fun and effective. You’ll learn how to move better, feel better, and build a body that works as well as it looks.
Fueling Your Body Without the Overwhelm
No more obsessing over macros or weighing every bite of food. I’ll teach you how to fuel your body intuitively - choosing foods that nourish you, support your goals, and fit into your life. It’s about creating sustainable habits, not restrictive diets.
Mindset and Confidence
This isn’t just about physical strength. Training with me will also help you develop the mental resilience to overcome challenges in and out of the gym. You’ll leave each session not only stronger but more confident and capable.
A System for Life
What you’ll learn here is designed to last. From kettlebell and bodyweight techniques to nutrition and recovery strategies, you’ll walk away with tools you can use for a lifetime of health, strength, and vitality.
Your transformation starts with knowledge and builds with practice. Let’s create a stronger, healthier, and happier you – inside and out.
My Certifications
Why KETTLEBELLS
Kettlebells are more than just a weight – they’re a tool that transforms how you move, feel, and perform. Their unique design lets you train your entire body in a way that feels natural and empowering. Unlike traditional weights, kettlebells challenge your strength, balance, and coordination all at once, making every workout more effective and time-efficient. With just one kettlebell, you can swing, press, squat, and carry your way to a stronger, leaner, and more capable body. They’re ideal for anyone – whether you’re just starting out, an athlete pushing limits, or a coach looking to sharpen your skills. Kettlebell training isn’t just about fitness; it’s about building strength and confidence that carry over to everything you do.
Why BARBELLS
Barbells are a powerful tool for building strength and confidence. They let you lift heavier weights safely and help you develop full-body power with exercises like squats, deadlifts, and presses. Barbell training is straightforward and effective, teaching you proper form and control while helping you get stronger over time. Using barbells in addition to kettlebells creates the perfect balance for building both strength and endurance. While kettlebells help develop explosive power, mobility, and cardiovascular fitness, barbells focus on building raw strength and muscle. Together, they create a well-rounded training program that helps you move better, get stronger, and perform at your best, whether you’re training for athletic performance, muscle gain, or overall fitness.
Why BODYWEIGHT
Bodyweight training is a powerful and accessible way to build strength, mobility, and control. At its core, it’s about mastering your own body and using it as a tool for functional movement. Bodyweight exercises, when performed with proper technique, can be as effective as lifting weights for building foundational strength. These movements teach you to control your body in space, improving posture, coordination, and balance—skills that directly transfer to other forms of training. Bodyweight training also enhances endurance, flexibility, and core stability, offering a balanced approach to overall fitness. It’s simple, efficient, and requires no equipment, making it an ideal foundation for everyone, from beginners to seasoned athletes. By mastering your own body, you build the strength and resilience that supports every other form of movement.
Why ANIMAL MOVEMENT
Animal Movement is a ground based movement, outstanding for developing a type of strength we call “supportive strength”. This means that our body is able to support its own bodyweight in all different positions and angles. It is designed to develop strength, power, flexibility, mobility, agility and coordination. Movement is more than just being flexible, mobile or stable. There is an entire system of elastic connective tissue, fascia, tendons and ligaments that work together to produce limber, fluid and efficient movement. The more you move, the more coordinated, limber and agile you will become. And for this reason, Animal Movement it great for injury prevention and pain remedy too. Combining Animal Movement with kettlebell and barbell training creates a dynamic and holistic approach to fitness and improves overall athletism and movement efficiency. These primal-inspired movements, such as crawling, bear and crab walks, challenge your body in ways that traditional exercises often overlook.
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