Meet Ashlee Chane’l Whiteside of ProjectBODY in South Atlanta

Today we’d like to introduce you to Ashlee Chane’l Whiteside.

Ashlee, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
I’ve always had a love for fitness and sports, but it wasn’t until after having my son, that I decided to wanted to take personal training serious. I decided to study for my certification and make it happen. At the time, I had gone from 127lbs to 205lbs post-delivery! I made the commitment to myself to make MY body MY project. (which is how I came up with the name ProjectBODY) my first year as a trainer I was a mobile trainer, traveling to serve clients. I then caught a PT position at LA Fitness. I am now thriving at Train or Die Compound located in College Park!!!

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?
I would be lying if I said it’s been completely smooth. But God is good! As a mom, wife, & business owner I have plenty of ups and Downs. I think the hardest part has been work/life balance. I work a night time job as well, so you can imagine how busy I am at all times. But I am a firm believer that nothing worth having comes easy. I always say, “Play now, pay later, pay now, play later.” Manifest the things you want, and embrace the obstacles and struggles! It’ll all be worth it in the end!

ProjectBODY – what should we know? What do you do best? What sets you apart from the competition?
ProjectBODY is an Atlanta based personal training company! I specialize in strength, & HIIT Training, as well as Artist Development Fitness Training. I am also a licensed Strong by Zumba Instructor most known, for personalized training for each individual!!! We like to keep fitness fun and exciting, all while getting genuine results!!

What moment in your career do you look back most fondly on?
I think my proudest moment this year, has been putting together my very first fitness class called The Sweat Shop! I love the challenge of doing something you’ve never done before! It has helped me push past some insecurities I’ve had!! Doing it all on my own without anyone’s help has made this feel like a tremendous accomplishment! All I can ask for is that it continues to grow and take me to the next level in my career!! Also, booking my first two artists! Coming from the music industry, I love helping them with getting show ready!! Fitness should be just as important to them, so they aren’t so winded when performing on that stage!!!!

Contact Info:

• Address: 4855 Old National Highway UNIT C-2
  Atlanta, GA
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: @projectbodytm

Image Credit:
@simeon.kelley

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