Today we’d like to introduce you to Sharifa Wahlstrom.
Sharifa, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
When I started Camp Gladiator almost three years ago I was just a camper, I started with an extra 50lbs of fat which contributed to body issues I already struggled with, I was depressed, had low back pain, so exhausted all the time and since we had just moved basically across the country — I had no friends or support system. All of that combined and I struggled with being a mom to my two boys.
A few months into starting CG I found my group of friends. I finally had people to talk to and do fun things with! I trained with my friends regularly, which held me accountable for showing up to my workouts and eat better. My hormones balanced out because of a better diet and regular activity, plus I was getting the extra sunshine I needed in my daily life.
After 3+ years of being with CG, my body is strong enough to support my low back issues – my back is no longer running my life. I lift heavier weights and do things that I never thought I could. Also, an added bonus is that I take my kids to workouts and they get to see me work hard and they want to be strong like mom. ️
I truly believe in CG’s community-based mission where we positively impact as many lives as possible and that is why I became a trainer. I have a passion for helping people and I truly enjoy watching people transform their lives! Both physically and mentally. ️
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has not been smooth. I’ve had the same struggles as most small business owners/entrepreneurs opening up their business. It takes a lot of heart and resilience to do this.
Camp Gladiator – what should we know? What do you guys do best? What sets you apart from the competition?
Our mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible through our outdoor boot camps. I’m proud of the community of people I have built who lean on each other in their fitness and life journey. That is what sets us apart. We build a family.
What moment in your career do you look back most fondly on?
Some of my proudest moments have to do with other people’s success. The texts I get from one of my people saying they achieved a goal they have been working on for months.
Pricing:
- 89/mo for a 6 month commitment
- 79/mo for a 12 month commitment
- 69/mo for a 24 month commitment
Contact Info:
- Address:
M/T/TH: 4:30am & 5:45amFirst Methodist Church Lewisville907 W Main St, Lewisville TX 75067M/T/TH: 8:30amCommunity Life Church975 Fox Ave, Lewisville, TX 75067M/W: 5:15pmFirst Baptist Church Lewisville1251 Valley Ridge Blvd, Lewisville, TX 75067
- Email: sharifawahlstrom@campgladiator.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/skeecil
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/skeecil
- Other: https://www.facebook.com/sharifatrainer
Image Credit:
Kelly Blackall of Blackall Photography
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