Hi, I'm Shelby Lee!
the professional stuff.
What started with adolescent and collegiate sports turned avid marathon runner, I am accomplished in helping clients, at all fitness levels and ages, set realistic goals and achieve them. I strongly believe health is a conscious lifestyle choice necessary for longevity and happiness.
My passion is to inspire others through not just helping them reach their health and fitness goals but to educate them while I continue to educate myself.
I worked in the digital marketing industry for 7 years before deciding to move into the health and fitness industry officially in 2019. I’ve always had a fascination with learning about training, how our body works and adapts and how to properly fuel them. With over a decade of personal experience with health and fitness, I felt it was time to really dive in and finally help others find their own version of a healthy lifestyle.
I don’t believe in fad diets and I don’t believe you have to “empty the tank” to feel accomplished in fitness. Each persons journey is different with different goals and objectives. I want to be the trainer that doesn’t force any certain path on you, but instead supports you and helps you navigate a lifestyle that works for you, not against you.
the fun stuff.
I come from a big family, 1 of 7, and I’m also a twin! Indiana grown but Illinois living, I love to interact and learn from others as much as possible.
I married probably the greatest man ever created in 2018. He is the person who supported me and pushed me to fulfill this dream of a career, no questions asked.
I delivered our first child, Ryker D, on September 8, 2022 after 31 hours of labor! It was by far the best day of our lives and he's kept me very active since.
We have a beautiful fur-baby named Willow June that brings so much light and laughs to our lives. She loves helping me train clients and will sometimes even encourage you on! (Check out the photo gallery above to see her in the gym!)
I have a lot of hobbies! I love running and have ran 4 full marathons as well as countless half-marathons, 5Ks and everything in between. I am an athlete through-and-through so the individual competition of races in conjunction with trying to place high is the ultimate fuel in every race.
My husband and I have fallen in love with obstacle course races and have completed 10 Tough Mudder races and counting, even at the competitive level!
Outside of the fitness related things, I love crafting on my Cricut, house renovation projects, hunting, getting dirty on our UVT, taking the boat out on the lake, photography, singing along to the radio, cooking and making (& drinking) wine!
I’m a major travel bug and will plan any trip around hiking and/or scuba diving! Currently I’ve visited 13 different countries and 23 states.
Fun Fact: One of my big goals in life is to do some kind of race in every state!
And as much as I love, yes love, having a big ole salad, I could eat a deep dish all meat pizza and some boneless wings any day of the week - just make sure I have lots of ranch :)
Ultimately, I just love having a good time and making people laugh and feel good!
the credentials.
Certified Personal Train | NASM | est. 2019
Certified Pre & Postnatal Coach Specialist | Girls Gone Strong | est. 2020
Certified Nutrition Coach | NASM | est. 2021
Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist | NASM | est. 2022
CPR/AED (Adult/Child/Infant) | NASM & ASTI | est. 2019
Quest Squad Member| Quest Nutrition | est. 2019
Coming Soon:
Women's Coaching Specialist | Girls Gone Strong
the real you wellness.
In addition to running my own health and fitness business, Shelby Lee Fit, I am also a partner and head wellness coach in a wellness business called Real You Wellness. At RYW it's our mission to empower individuals, families, and the community to discover and embrace methods to improve their mental and physical health that are scientifically driven, natural, and accessible through personal wellness coaching.
With focuses around ADHD, picky eating, weight loss, mental health, education and more, we love to teach others about how much our overall wellness impacts every part of our lives. We firmly believe education is key and that takes a priority in every meeting we have whether it be with an individual client or through a group/business speaking engagement. Our speaking engagements range from athletic clubs and schools to psychologists and other Doctor's of Medicine.
To learn more about my work with Real You Wellness and what we can provide visit our website or give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram.