MOVEMENT • NUTRITION • PRESENCE • SPIRITUAL FULFILLMENT
Jen Kranjec
Holistic Health & Fitness Coach
Mindfulness Teacher
Guide
In the 14 years that I have been a Health & Fitness coach, I have been guided by asking the question: What actually is health? What is this state of health we are aspiring to?
What started as a career in fitness soon evolved to include the work of presence and embodiment, as I became increasingly aware of mental health and its intrinsic connection to our physical state — and how a culture driven by productivity has disconnected us from our bodies (and ourselves).
After being swept up & in by the inquiry of living in the present moment and spending a short stint living abroad in Latin America, I began reorienting my world around a new pace of life and values — one that honors the rhythms of my body, the intelligence of nature, and the song of my soul.
This is ongoing work for me, and it is what I am delighted to share with you: using food & fitness as both a path of coming home to ourselves and an ally for the journey.
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1:1 Coaching Services
Strength & Movement Coaching
Restore natural movement patterns and build functional strength while developing a joyful relationship with movement. Sessions are highly tailored to your goals, life stage, and real-time state of mind and body.
Common goals include: improve mood & energy; learn proper lifting technique; keep up with my kids, grandkids, pets, or plants; prepare for a hiking trip (e.g. Kilimanjaro!!); reduce pain & injury; build strong bones; weight balance; embody confidence; nervous system support & embodiment
Virtual & In-Person sessions: In addition to virtual sessions from anywhere in the world, I now offer in-home / apartment gym sessions in Center City, Philadelphia. Inquire for availability.
A whole-person approach: All movement packages include regular Wellness Sessions, which can explore Nutrition & Self Care or Mindfulness.
"When Jen designs a workout, it's something you can't find anywhere else. It's dynamic movement, it's practical; it's not just lifting heavy."
— Sarah
Nutrition & Self Care
Strengthen your bond with food and your instincts; turn cravings into satisfying nourishment to balance energy, mood, and life force.
Food has the potential to bring balance to our body and mind, to be a source of pleasure and communion with others, and to connect us with the land on which we live. My approach to nutrition centers around food as an ally and the body as an intelligence.
Nutrition sessions may explore topics such as: nutrition science education, habit coaching, women's health nutrition, weight balance, relationship to food & body, recovering from stress, burnout, & disordered eating, and other self care practices such as sleep and rest.
Nutrition sessions are typically done virtually and will include elements of mindfulness coaching.
"Jen is a remarkable listener and gets to the root. I find her manner to be most individual and not a “one size fits all” approach. She has helped me to realize how one’s body and weight can be indicative of event(s) that have impacts even though moving and eating well. She is genuine and gives follow up reports and helpful suggestions to follow."
— PAt
Mindfulness & Presence
Deepen presence and vibrancy by developing your own daily practices. Practice self-compassion, embody yourself authentically, and cultivate more peace within your body and mind.
Mindfulness sessions may include: intro to body-based meditation, guided meditation, somatic parts work (real-time self compassion), daily mindfulness, mindfulness of emotions, and spiritual inquiry.
I also offer custom deep dive sessions and day-long retreats for an immersive plunge into the present moment.
Please note that all session types will include a layer of presence and embodiment!
"As a facilitator, Jen is a great listener and great at holding space for others. I felt comfortable sharing space, food, laughs and ideas with her! Jen's love for what she does is infectious. Ten out of ten would recommend to friends and family."
— KAsey
Let's begin
Philosophy
Science & intuition
Authenticity
Deep Health
Embodiment
Practices over perfection
Honor the rhythms of life
Growth from Wholeness
Values-based
Joy
Education & Training
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B.S. Exercise Science, George Washington University
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Certified Strength Coach, NCSF
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Certified Nutrition Coach, Precision Nutrition
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Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, MMTCP (a 2-year professional training for teaching awareness and compassion-based practices)
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Women's Health Certification, Equinox Fitness Training Institute
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Body Image Fundamentals, a research-based, compassion-driven course presented by Shannon Beer
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Food Therapy, book and workshop with Luis Mojica
In progress:
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Integrative Somatic Parts Work training with Fran Booth
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Trauma-Informed Personal Training Foundations, Hope Ignited Training
"…Long story short, what Jen catalyzed within me, are swiftly giving me my life back.
Jen’s insightful innate abilities are a treasured rare find. Plus, the spring to her every step, her focus and skillful
wizardry are simply beyond explanation!"
— Micheal
"Jen has been an encouraging and thoughtful teacher - while I used to dread going into gyms earlier because I was overwhelmed with what I would have to do, she's been able to give me a level of comfort to feel empowered to own my space and overall fitness journey."
— Girisha
Further Inquiries
I am here as your support toward a more nourishing and embodied life. Reach out for inquiries about 1:1 coaching, group classes, or wellness workshops.
Philadelphia, PA
jen@jenkranjec.com