Client Testimonials
Since my start as a fitness coach in 1996, I have had the privilege to work with numerous individuals, coaching them to attain their personal fitness and athletic goals. Goals that include; overall fitness for an active lifestyle, running goals from 5K-Marathon, Triathlon goals from Sprint to Ironman distances, bike racing gravel, snow and single track. I meet clients at their current abilities to design and implement the proper individualized coaching programs to ensure safety and success.
As my coaching has expanded into outdoor adventures, my coaching now includes coaching others in; kayaking, hiking, backpacking, bikepacking and outdoor skills.
Denise
I started with Kamie in 2010, and worked with her for 15 years. When I met Kamie, I had a goal of completing a Triathlon. I felt I was incapable, not strong enough or have enough endurance, and also the basic fear of trying something new.
My Experience:
Kamie's coaching showed me I was capable and her tailored and thorough training prepared me physically and mentally. Her encouragement and support along with the rapport, friendship, and support from the Triathlon Team she built, gave me confidence and skills to succeed.
Memorable Moments:​
I have so many! Trainings, team dinners, and race moments shared with my Team. A few special ones are; a teammate biking to practice in her wetsuit, getting our hydrations packs stolen on the trail by a homeless man, running together in pouring rain, snow squalls, and oppressive heat! Kamie "fun" we called it.
My most memorable achievement was completing the Olympic Distance Triathlon in Interlochen and conquering Youker Rd hill.
Final Thoughts:
The confidence and success I gained are immeasurable. I have grown in confidence in myself, and I am stronger in all respects--physically, mentally, and emotionally.
My Recommendation:
I say "DO IT" Kamie is valuable because she offers and leads experiences that are not readily available and may even seem insurmountable for women. You will learn more about yourself, and experience living your life to the fullest.
Sandy
I came to Kamie in 2004, at the age of 49, and have been a client to present. Before working with Kamie, I felt out of shape and had low confidence in regards to anything athletic. I was looking for better health through physical and inner strength.
My Experience:
Kamie's skilled coaching was inspirational. She was tough, but encouraging. I was in better shape in my 50's than I had ever been before. I recall being filled with a sense of self efficacy which helped me realize I could do hard things if I did the training and hard work.
Transformation:
My training with Kamie has definitely been life changing. I have done challenging hikes, several triathlons, a marathon, and 11 half marathons. I also enjoy road and trail biking, and continue to sign up for half marathons at age 70, and continue training with Kamie as my coach.
Working with Kamie has been one of the best decisions I have made.
Final Thoughts:
I encourage anyone considering outdoor adventure/coaching to trust Kamie's skills, knowledge, and experience. Kamie believed that I could whatever I trained for. I have seen many other women accomplish goals they did not believe they could or ever would, due to Kamie's coaching and encouragement.
Becky
I came to Kamie in 2005, and was a client for 15 years. Before working with Kamie I felt out of shape and post hysterectomy from uterine cancer. I came to Kamie to train with a few friends.
My Experience:
During my time with Kamie I experienced life, laughter, greatly improved health, and accomplished something I never thought I would do! I did not expect Kamie to have such a profound effect on my life.
I recall Kamie's spirit, her joy and her own challenges, her inspiration, her natural affinity with coaching, making exercise and training fun. Kamie coached me in a personal accomplishment of my own, one of the most gratifying and prideful moment of my life; completing a Triathlon, which I never in a million years thought I could or would do. My goal was to not come in last, and I finished 310 out of 340!
Final Thoughts:
I realize how much I appreciate her influence in my life.
Kamie is creative and innovative in planning experiences. Experiences that will be physical and regenerate spirit. Kamie genuinely cares about her clients and considers her clients challenges/limitations.
Would I recommend Kamie Outdoors?
"YES!! DO IT!"
Pat
I came to Kamie as a coach in 1996 and continued with her until present day, 29 years.
Before working with Kamie I was looking for guidance in how to participate in active exercise vs studio aerobics classes. Specifically, how to exercise as an athlete, and with other athletes with confidence.
My Experience:
Through Kamie's coaching I built muscle strength and flexibility specific for planned activities.
Group camaraderie was encouraged, and acceptance at all levels . My teammates of our Triathlon team Kamie organized and coached, accepted each other as equals and pushed each other to work harder.
Memorable Moments:
Finishing the Labor Day Adventure Triathlon numerous times, with Kamie's coaching and encouragement I faced my fears of the kayak portion and finished strong.
Transformation:
Working with Kamie, I realized the importance of training to be ready for the race/event I was preparing to do, and that finishing safely was key.
I have grown as a person knowing Kamie, her family, and all the other athletes in our years of exercising and gathering together.
Changes I've experienced working with Kamie include learning how to ride my bike efficiently, which has made it more enjoyable.
I am a Triathlete--that is an accomplishment most people can't say.
Final Thoughts:
Kamie is adventurous, and aware of safety measures; importance of having good equipment, doing activities with other people and the importance of stretching your boundaries safely.
I believe Kamie Outdoors is unique and valuable because it provides a means for people with similar interest in spending active time outdoors to do so.
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Susan
I started working with Kamie
in the early 2000's, until the
pandemic.
I hired Kamie because she came highly recommended from others. My goals were to lose weight and get into shape( strengthened and toned).
My Experience:
Kamie's coaching was enormously helpful, giving me courage to bicycle on roads, swim in open water, and COMPETE in Triathlons. Her coaching programs enabled me to be consistent in my training, something I would not have done on my own. The social milieu of her coaching provided a lot of women-centered support which was also appropriated.
Memorable Moments:
Probably my most memorable moment with Kamie includes her training me, then supporting me, through my first Triathlon, which is the photo you see.
(and my teammates)
Recommendation:
I would recommend Kamie because she is an exceptionally supportive coach who takes time to get to know her clients and who individualizes training for them. Also, she loves the outdoors and has always been up for adventure!