Core Personal Training, Inc.

My name is Danielle Camacho Cruz. My desire is to ignite in YOU a passion for YOUR health & fitness by developing a program that fits your needs, values, and visions. I want to help you overcome those barriers that might be preventing you from reaching your wellness goals.

I wasn't always the health and fitness enthusiast that I am today. In fact, during my college years and for a couple of years beyond that, I was overweight, received most of my daily meals from fast-food drive-thrus and believed that walking the mall for two hours while sipping an Orange Julius was an acceptable form of exercise. I felt I didn't have the time or the means to "get into all that 'health-nut' stuff". I didn't realize how completely disillusioned I was about the whole concept of 'being healthy' until I started doing group exercise classes a couple times a week and researching & practicing healthy eating habits in order to lose weight for my wedding. I started having more energy during the day, sleeping better at night and - best of all - shedding serious pounds. With this came a major dose of self-confidence.

To that end, I want everyone to know that I understand worry, doubt and fear. I know the hard work it takes to make such an important life-style change. But no matter the difficulty, it is far from impossible.

To every discouraged and frustrated person out there who thinks they can't get to their fitness goals, I have one thing to say: I did it. So can you! Let me show you how.

My clients find me to be analytical, methodical, and an effective motivator. I enjoy working with different kinds of people and I possess emotional intelligence allowing me to relate to anyone. I have a passion for learning and take every opportunity to broaden my knowledge within my field. I lead a healthy, positive lifestyle and always strive to be a good role model for my clients.

I strive to instill in my clients that a better quality of life is possible through exercise, proper nutrition and a little dedication.

​ For me, health and fitness isn't a hobby. It's not a recreational activity. It's an investment, -- an investment in your most important asset – YOURSELF!! Call me today for a free evaluation of what one-on-one exercise and nutrition coaching can do for you. This is your opportunity to attain the success you have always wanted to achieve.

EXPERIENCE

I consider myself an advocate, and a member of a global movement that is trying to get the world healthy, fit, and strong -- one client at a time. I earned a 2-year degree in medical assisting but learned soon after that my passion was in preventative health care. I realized from my own life experiences that health and fitness was not just for elite athletes and professionals. It can and should be for everyone. I attained my personal training certification through the American College of Sports Medicine, the gold standard in the health and fitness industry.

I have taught cardio kickboxing for LA Fitness, women's workout classes, Turbo Kick and total body conditioning for Cedar Hills Recreation Center, and high-intensity interval training classes for Conestoga Recreation Center. I was involved with the Kid Blitz program for a Portland elementary school and trained the George Fox men's golf team during an off-season. I was a trainer at Empower Fitness in downtown Portland where I did private and group training sessions and teach various class formats.

​I currently instruct a variety of fitness classes at Shute Park Aquatic & Recreation Center in Hillsboro as well as VillaSport Athletic Club & Spa in Beaverton. These formats included athletic conditioning classes (a.k.a. “boot camp”), high-intensity interval training (H.I.I.T.), indoor cycling, boxing, step aerobics, low-impact toning, mat Pilates, Tai Chi for better balance, gentle yoga, SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, cardio dance classes (U-Jam), gentle aqua (shallow warm water pool), aqua total body conditioning (deep & shallow formats) and restorative formats (stretch, foam rolling, etc.) for the City of Hillsboro.

I have worked with numerous clients both on a short-term and long-term basis. I currently conduct personal training sessions at the gyms and centers where I currently teach classes but primarily focus on private, in-home training sessions with long-term clientele. I train clients in SW Portland, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Lake Oswego & Aloha.

With the guidance of several inspiring mentors, I have gained the knowledge to guide my clients efficiently to their goals. I specialize in one-on-one and small group training sessions with a wide variety of clients. I am able to work with individuals who are new to exercise as well as fitness veterans who with my help have achieved goals beyond their general conditioning plateaus.