About Erika
For Erika Jacobson, certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, there are no excuses when it comes to health and fitness. As an accomplished athlete and marathon runner, Erika has built a strong base of knowledge and experience in exercise and nutrition.
Erika graduated from the University of Southern California in 1995 with a degree in Business Administration. While interning at Sony Music, Erika helped two executives completely change their life through diet and exercise Erika realized that personal training was her call. "It was then that I knew that my passion for health and fitness could inspire people to achieve a much better quality of life."
With endless enthusiasm, Erika jumped into earning personal training certifications from such esteemed institutions as the American College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise and most recently, the National Academy of Sports Medicine. In addition, Erika also has earned her license to be a Nutrition Coach from the International Board of Nutrition and Fitness Coaching.
Erika's approach to personal training not only incorporates the physical aspects of fitness – cardiovascular endurance, interval training, core stability, strength and flexibility. It also it emphasizes a strong nutrition program based upon proper caloric intake, nutrient ratios, and meal intervals. This leads to a strong and toned body, and a greater quality of life. Erika's philosophy has made her a highly sought after trainer. Erika was a featured trainer on Bravo's hit reality show "Workout." for three seasons.