Meet Your Coaches!
Our team is dedicated to guiding and supporting you on your path to wellness. Get to know the passionate individuals who are committed to helping you achieve your goals.
CLARISSA PhD
CEO/Head Coach
Clarissa Gannon is the owner of the online coaching company, EmpowerHER Wellness and is a multiple-times certified fitness and nutrition coach as well as holding a PhD in both Functional medicine and Functional Nutrition.
Clarissa has over a decade of experience in the fitness industry. Clarissa founded EmpowerHER Wellness as a result of her experience in the fitness and medical industries and the observation of just how broken they both are.
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As a result, EmpowerHER Wellness has become a main source of nutritional information for not only the general population, but also for the plant-based community. Clarissa holds several specialist certifications, a PhD in Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition. She implements full integration of complete health in all nutritional protocols for each and every Client inside EmpwerHER Wellness.
Clarissa herself is an avid plant-based competitor in the NPC as well as mother to four amazing children (young adults) and wife to an entrepreneur. Residing in sunny New Mexico, she helps women around the world achieve lasting success.
COACH KAYLA
COACH MARIA
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
My name is Kayla.
I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a specialization in Golf Fitness (GFS) and Youth Exercise (YES).
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I fell in love with fitness about seven years ago, when I stepped into a gym for the very first time and met Clarissa. After struggling with my own weight for so many years, I decided to set an example for my kids and take the plunge by working with a personal trainer. I was able to get my weight and health under control with guidance and support.
After a couple of years working in a gym, I decided to take the next step by becoming certified myself. I love helping people feel better, both physically and mentally and I am very excited to start this new journey with Vegan Fit For Life!
Maria Rose first discovered yoga in college. She practiced off and on for years while finishing her undergraduate and graduate degrees, becoming a mother, and pursuing a career in the arts. In 2018 Maria Rose was in a car accident that left her with a back injury and a fear for her long-term mobility. Initially practicing yoga at home as a part of her recovery, Maria Rose eventually wanted to take it to the next level.
In 2021, she started Yoga Teacher Training at the New Mexico School of Yoga under the direction of Maria Garré. Maria completed her 200-hour Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher Training and immediately continued her education. She is set to complete her 500 Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher Training in the fall of 2022. Maria teaches private, online, and group classes while continuing her yogic education.
Maria’s approach to yoga remains ever focused on connecting the mind, body, and spirit. Her Ayurvedic classes are created to suit the individual and the season. You can expect to find a balance between hard work and gentle connection to self.