This “3 Questions With” comes from a sponsored interview in partnership with Tecovas.
Fitness coach April Moore provides professional program designs and coaching for mothers of all ages, from postpartum to menopausal and beyond. Through her over a decade of experience as a coach, she’s seen people’s lives change. We chatted with her about what her average day looks like, and how her work helps make Nashville a better place.
What does an average day look like for you?
“I have an almost 5- and almost 2-year-old, so I’m momming in the morning, then go to work. I work one-on-one with clients in private sessions, where we have established a fitness program completely unique to their specific goals, priorities, needs, and essence as a person. At 9 a.m., I might be working with someone with a really high-intensity fitness goal. And then at 10 a.m., I could be working with someone whose goal is to improve their ability to walk to three days a week. So it’s absolutely dependent on the person’s goals right now, and previous experiences. We also have a little child's area set up where a client’s children can be completely safe and content during a session.”
Do you think being a mom makes you a stronger coach?
“Absolutely. Before I had my first child, I had learned a lot about motherhood through the work that I was doing, and I'd heard other people's stories and experiences. Then I experienced it myself, and I went through a lot of trauma. Through that experience, I really recognized the depths of what some people experience.
“While I'm the only person that has my story, everybody has their own stories, and it shapes who they are. It shapes how they show up, their fears, goals, and priorities. And it’s all important. A lot can go on in an experience like that, and it needs to be part of the conversation.”
Why does your work matter to Nashville as a whole?
“This question makes me emotional because I’ve honestly and truly seen people’s lives altered for the better through the work I do. I’ve worked with people who have seen changes in their careers, relationships, and livelihoods because they were given an opportunity to understand more about themselves and improve their fitness, which improved their overall happiness in life. The impact that has on a singular person also impacts others around them. It's a really beautiful thing.”
