Today we’d like to introduce you to Erika Stepter.
Hi Erika, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My fitness journey started early in childhood when I played sports, including basketball, softball, and practiced Kenpo Karate and yoga. These experiences taught me life skills, such as teamwork, dedication, responsibility, determination, work ethic, and purpose. However, during my undergraduate college years and early into my career, I lost sight of the importance of fitness in my life. Instead, I focused on climbing the corporate ladder. Luckily, the stress at work led me to rededicate my priorities to health and fitness. This shift in focus led me to make a bold decision in 2016, pursue my love of fitness, help others with their goals, leave corporate America and start my own business, Bodies by Erika, LLC. Over the past four years, I have helped hundreds of people obtain their fitness goals through losing weight, toning, increasing endurance, improving their health and well-being, and changing lifestyles for the better.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Being an entrepreneur and deciding to leave a stable career was at first quite challenging. There have been plenty of days and nights when I questioned if the hard work was worth the effort and wait. One of the biggest struggles of my journey has been the uncertainty of the path ahead. I received a guaranteed salary contingent upon completing the role’s duties and attendance with my prior career. In fitness, compensation occurs when I build a clientele and substantial schedule. Thankfully, I have developed lasting business relationships based on my skills and dedication to client successes. Another challenge was the decision to further my education and expertise by pursuing occupational therapy studies. Being knowledgeable and providing the best scientific care is a top priority. Through continuous training and education, I seek to make informed decisions about the best ways to serve my clients. Presently, I am prioritizing the balance between being a full-time student and operating my business.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Bodies by Erika, LLC is a fitness company dedicated to helping clients meet their physical needs and goals. The company specializes in individual, group, resistance, cardiovascular, pre-post natal, weight management, stretching, strength, and conditioning virtual programs. Before the COVID_19 crisis, I traveled to all my clients around the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. I am proud that I adapted a virtual platform to meet my clients’ health and safety needs while adhering to current health standards.
Due to this adaptation, I can now assist clients throughout the country and globally. Before working with new clients, I conduct a virtual consultation to develop a rapport, address underlying health concerns, and create the best fitness program centered around the client’s specific needs. Customized meal programs and videos are available upon request and on my website, bodiesbyerika.com. All services are based on science, research, and experience. My unique coaching style coined therapeutic fitness merges exercise science with therapeutic techniques (mindfulness, visualizations). Bodies by Erika believes people can obtain their ideal bodies by unlocking their mind’s potential.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
I am passionate about fitness, health, and wellness. I am not only a coach but a student. I continuously strive to help my clients achieve their goals through scientific research, experience, and care. If readers are struggling in their fitness journeys, please feel free to contact me via email or website.
Contact Info:
- Email: bodies.by.erika@gmail.com
- Website: www.bodiesbyerika.com
- Instagram: bodies_by_erika
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bodies.by.erika
Image Credits
Robby Dob Photography Instagram: robby_dob
