Certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer by The American Council on Exercise since 1992, Tamara views her profession as a way to help others.  Over the years she has worked with a wide variety of clients in a number of different disciplines, always applying her knowledge to the specifics of the task. 

Tamara believes that combining the focus of a meditative atmosphere with the intent of core stability  strength training produces an effective, time efficient workout.  She utilizes free weights, therapy balls, resistance bands and combines them with time tested calestenics. 

She has an active interest in Triathlons. Her latest sports hobby is endurance racing. In 2002, she participated in two 12 hour Adventure Races and walk/jogged the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon in 7 hours.

Tamara specializes in Fitness While Traveling, Core Stability Training, Strength and Flexibility Training. She is also knowledgeable in Yoga, Meditation, and Aerobic Endurance Training.