Meet the Coaches
Our Story
Thriving at every turn
Team Thrive Athletics began as Team Thrive Oki when Coach Kristin and Coach Emily, stationed in Okinawa, Japan, bonded over their shared passion for bodybuilding. Both are competitive athletes and have supported each other in pursuing their IFBB pro cards. Bodybuilding has been their most rewarding athletic endeavor, pushing them to grow and break personal barriers. As military spouses and mothers, they found that the challenges and experiences of competitions made them more resilient, helping them navigate the complexities of military life, motherhood, and womanhood. This resilience inspired them to create the Team Thrive Athletics community to help other women discover their own strength and resilience.
Emily
Co-Owner & Lead Nutritionist
Emily is a military spouse and mother of three children and a dog. She developed a profound interest in nutrition due to her personal struggles with food and body image. Bodybuilding helped her foster a healthier relationship with food. Her passion for bodybuilding ignited during her first figure competition in 2018, culminating in her achievement of an IFBB pro card in Japan. As a member of Team Thrive Athletics, Emily is committed to guiding women on their unique journeys and helping them excel on stage.
About Emily
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BS in Dietetics
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SNA Certified Sports Nutritionist
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Pain-Free Certified Performance Specialist
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NASM Certified Trainer
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IFBB Figure Pro
Emily's Services
Premium Physique Coaching
For woman who desire a sexy and strong physique via a holistic approach and strategic phase/goal planning.
Nutrition Course
Get expert guidance on improving your muscle and performance through targeted nutrition numbers and action guidance. Expert guidance without full commitment.
Figure Posing Course
Ideal for all: seasoned or new, our posing courses enhance skills, boost performance, and build confidence.
"Team Thrive Athletics is designed to be a resource to help you thrive within your life and within the sport of bodybuilding. We are here to guide you, but the hard work and the successes that follow are yours to earn and own"
Kristin
Co-Owner & Lead Trainer
Kristin, a mother and military spouse with a passion for fitness, transitioned from early childhood education to personal training in 2013, delving into bikini competitions and earning her Pro Card that same year. Despite a break after her son's birth in 2016, she returned to the stage in 2021, securing back-to-back 2nd place medals at the Amateur Olympia Japan. Now pursuing her IFBB Bikini Pro Card, Kristin excels in coaching and posing instruction, eager to share her journey and empower others in their bodybuilding endeavors. Join Kristin and thrive together.
About Kristin
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Degree in Early Childhood Education
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FITFOUR Certified
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3x NPC Pro Qualifier Finalist
Kristin's
Programs
Premium Physique Coaching
For woman who desire a sexy and strong physique via a holistic approach and strategic phase/goal planning.
Training Course
Boost muscle, energy, and performance with targeted training. Expert guidance without full commitment.
Bikini Posing
Ideal for all: seasoned or new, our posing courses enhance skills, boost performance, and build confidence.
"I love this sport because it provides an opportunity for you to dig deep within yourself and find that inner strength you didn’t think you had. I know you have it in you, so let’s Thrive together!"
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