Certifications
- CrossFit Level 1
- USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach
- CPR/AED
Bio
A Milwaukee native, Katie grew up as a self-described “tomboy,” loving sports and getting dirt under her fingernails. Her passion for athletics started young; she competed as a gymnast, played competitive softball, and even dabbled in volleyball. However, by the time she entered college, her competitive spirit had quieted, and she didn’t feel at home in traditional gyms or weight rooms—a time that also coincided with her discovery of Midwest social life!
A career move to Chicago gave Katie the chance to meet new people and reignited her love for sports and community camaraderie. She joined Hardware in 2014, where she connected with an inspiring community, tested her athletic abilities, and discovered her love for the barbell.
Katie’s fitness journey ultimately led her to Olympic Weightlifting, where she competes locally and nationally as a Masters athlete. As a coach, she’s passionate about empowering athletes of all backgrounds to feel comfortable and confident in their lifting journey and loves helping members discover their inner badass. Katie holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Mount Mary University’s Columbia College of Nursing.
Outside of work and fitness, Katie enjoys thrifting, DIY projects, exploring new music, and adventuring around the city with her dog, Kilo.