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Melissa Harpster

  • NASM Certified
  • ACE Certified
  • Kinesiology degree
  • Masters Degree In Exercise Physiology
  • Kickoff Certified
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My Mission

My goal is to help my clients achieve the goals that they have set for themselves and to live their best lives physically every day. I believe that your health is your most important gift! As a cancer survivor, I know firsthand how leading a healthy lifestyle can help with your recovery and your ability to continue to do the things in life that are important to you. I also believe that fitness can be an outlet for stress as well as a way to build confidence in yourself. As a wife and mom, I understand how easy it is to put the needs of your family ahead of your own. We often forget that taking care of ourselves is important!
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Work hard! Stay consistent! Be patient!
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Why Train With Me

I believe that there is no one size fits all program. Everyone’s goals are different, their bodies are different, and mindset is different. My goal is to tailor programs for my clients that fit their lifestyles and goals. I have over 14 years of experience working with clients of all skill and fitness levels with different goals.

My go-to workout

As a mom of 2 young girls I love workouts that give me the most bang for my buck!

Healthy food I love

I love protein and veggies but I have a sweet tooth. My go to is fat free yogurt and strawberries!

Healthy food I hate

I’m not a fan of chia seeds! I’ve tried hiding them in everything and I just don’t like the texture.

Why Train With Me

I believe that there is no one size fits all program. Everyone’s goals are different, their bodies are different, and mindset is different. My goal is to tailor programs for my clients that fit their lifestyles and goals. I have over 14 years of experience working with clients of all skill and fitness levels with different goals.

My go-to workout

As a mom of 2 young girls I love workouts that give me the most bang for my buck!

Healthy food I love

I love protein and veggies but I have a sweet tooth. My go to is fat free yogurt and strawberries!

Healthy food I hate

I’m not a fan of chia seeds! I’ve tried hiding them in everything and I just don’t like the texture.

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Favorite workout music

I’m a Texas girl, so you can typically you can find me listening to country music.

What people are most surprised to learn about me

I was a competitive ice skater for 10 years and I still enjoy getting on the ice with my family.

How it works

Let’s reach your fitness goals together.

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Start with your perfect coach

Get started with your trainer based on goals and personality. Build your plan together during your Kickoff video call.
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Add daily personalized workouts & nutrition plans

Work out when and where you want with step by step guidance from your coach via our interactive app. Eat well with meal plans crafted by your coach just for you.
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Keep doing your favorite sports and activities. We’ll mix ‘em in to your plan.
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Reach your goals with daily checkins

Stay on top of your fitness goals with check-in texts and at a glance in our app. Your coach is there for you on demand, whenever you need.
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Txt me often plz k thx
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Client stories

"Before finding Kickoff, I wasted so much time sitting in my car at the gym trying to google the "best" workout for the day. Now I never fret over workouts - they're sent to me with clear instruction in the Kickoff app. Working with my trainer via text has been such a benefit. Having that accountability was key - I beat my goal by 10 lbs, losing 40 lbs before my wedding day!"
Peyton
Texas
"Before finding Kickoff, I wasted so much time sitting in my car at the gym trying to google the "best" workout for the day. Now I never fret over workouts - they're sent to me with clear instruction in the Kickoff app. Working with my trainer via text has been such a benefit. Having that accountability was key - I beat my goal by 10 lbs, losing 40 lbs before my wedding day!"
"Working with Kickoff is awesome! It has helped me learn so much about what it takes to transform your body. I have lost 23 pounds and 5% body fat since working with Rachel and I've never felt better!"
Augie H.
Florida
"Working with Kickoff is awesome! It has helped me learn so much about what it takes to transform your body. I have lost 23 pounds and 5% body fat since working with Rachel and I've never felt better!"
"As a busy, working mom, I don't like leaving my home to go to the gym. My trainer designs workout plans that I can do at home. Kickoff is realistic, sustainable & supportive. That's why it's been so successful for me!"
Miriam C.
Oregon
"As a busy, working mom, I don't like leaving my home to go to the gym. My trainer designs workout plans that I can do at home. Kickoff is realistic, sustainable & supportive. That's why it's been so successful for me!"
"I lost 70 pounds of fat (265 to 195) and am keeping it off with Kickoff! I’m now adding muscle and getting stronger! My coach makes it fun to stick to an awesome exercise and nutrition program that really works."
Giancarlo R.
Georgia
"I lost 70 pounds of fat (265 to 195) and am keeping it off with Kickoff! I’m now adding muscle and getting stronger! My coach makes it fun to stick to an awesome exercise and nutrition program that really works."
"I’ve lost 25 lbs with Kickoff and gained tons of strength and confidence. Thanks to Kickoff, I was able to tweak my nutrition & really see a noticeable difference in my energy levels. I am finally feeling like myself again!"
Brooke H.
California
"I’ve lost 25 lbs with Kickoff and gained tons of strength and confidence. Thanks to Kickoff, I was able to tweak my nutrition & really see a noticeable difference in my energy levels. I am finally feeling like myself again!"
"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."
Ashley B.
Alabama
"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."
"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "
Nicole H.
Tennessee
"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "
"I love the accountability I get. My coach helped me figure out nutrition and the workouts have been great. I'm impressed with my strength now. Fitness was a big part before, and it's been huge to get back in shape!"
Marsha R.
Canada
"I love the accountability I get. My coach helped me figure out nutrition and the workouts have been great. I'm impressed with my strength now. Fitness was a big part before, and it's been huge to get back in shape!"
Peyton has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Augie has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Miriam got incredible results via her online personal trainer at Kickoff
Giancarlo has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Brooke got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Ashley got incredible results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Nicole got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Marsha got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!

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  1. Lose Weight
  2. Tone Muscle
  3. Build Strength & Muscle
  4. Train for an Event or Build Endurance
  5. Recover from an Injury
  6. Improve Nutrition
  7. Improve Overall Fitness
  8. Other
    Will discuss with my coach
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