Erika's Bio

Erika Jacobson
Personal Trainer + Nutrition Coach

For Erika Jacobson, certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, there are no excuses when it comes to health and fitness. As an accomplished athlete and marathon runner, Erika has built a strong base of knowledge and experience in exercise and nutrition.

Erika graduated from the University of Southern California in 1995 with a degree in Business Administration. While interning at Sony Music, Erika helped two executives completely change their life through diet and exercise. Erika realized that personal training and nutrition were her calling. "It was then that I knew that my passion for health and fitness could inspire people to achieve a higher quality of life."

With endless enthusiasm, Erika jumped into earning personal training certifications from such esteemed institutions as the American College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise and most recently, the National Academy of Sports Medicine. In addition, Erika also has earned her license to be a Nutrition Coach from the International Board of Nutrition and Fitness Coaching.

Erika's approach to personal training incorporates both the physical and nutritional aspects of fitness. With regards to physical fitness she focuses on cardiovascular endurance, interval training, core stability, strength and flexibility. She also emphasizes a strong nutrition program based upon proper caloric intake, nutrient ratios, and meal intervals. The combination of these two aspects of fitness leads to a strong and toned body, and a greater quality of life. Erika’s philosophy has made her a highly sought after trainer, and she is currently on her third season on Bravo’s hit reality show "Workout."

erika@erikajacobson.com