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Dawn is an exceptional life success coach who has helped me experience balance and
significant positive results in all areas of my life, especially in the areas of physical, mental, and
spiritual fitness.
Dawn has the education, life experience, values, and vision to coach for results. She is
professionally demanding of herself and her clients. Her style is motivating and reflects an
abiding belief in clients’ potential and ability to achieve.
As a result of my experience with Dawn, I am a stronger person and have realized results that I
didn’t think were possible. It is a pleasure and honor to be associated with such a talented,
professional, committed, and accomplished person.
Thanks, Dawn. Yours is a special life and Spirit.

As an Executive Director of the YMCA and a previous employer of Dawn, it is a pleasure for me
to recommend her. I have been acquainted with Dawn for over five years and have always
found her to be a professional.
She is extremely versatile in her work skills and knowledge in a wide range of topics. She is
industrious, responsible, and conscientious. She has the attitude every employer is searching
for “whatever it takes to get the job done.” She is persistent in her pursuit of excellence, and she
doesn’t do things nearly right; she does them exactly right. She also has the ability to work with
others to accomplish a common goal (a team player).
In addition to her special skills, Dawn possesses qualities of personality and appearance that
would make her an asset to any employer.
I would recommend Dawn without reservation.

Dawn Griswold Certified Nutrition Coach, Life Coach, Master Fitness Trainer, Personal Trainer Testimonials " I have worked with Dawn for the last four years as my personal trainer two times a week; prior to that, I followed an independent health program she designed for me. My motivation was seeing my cohort group getting frail, taking falls, and having unsuccessful knee surgeries (I am 70 years old). In the last six years, I have gained strength, my balance is now good, my bone density has improved to a good level, and my BMI has gone from 24 to 19. I was very impressed with the thoroughness of her initial intake and assessment, and the questions she asked. Over time I came to appreciate her patient and kind spirit, and her genuine desire to have her clients reach their goals. Her programs always have a plan to keep you moving forward and she encourages you to challenge yourself. I have worked with many trainers over the years, and consider her to be the most qualified trainer I have known. She is a stickler for teaching you correct form. I also believe she has a better knowledge of physiology than most M.D.'s. I have observed her working with a variety of clients-from fire fighters to people with severe limitations including stroke survivors and those with M.S.. She shows great flexibility in adapting to the needs of her clients. Her past work experience reflects both her commitment to her work and her strong interpersonal skills."

Dawn is an exceptional life success coach who has helped me experience balance and
significant positive results in all areas of my life, especially in the areas of physical, mental, and
spiritual fitness.
Dawn has the education, life experience, values, and vision to coach for results. She is
professionally demanding of herself and her clients. Her style is motivating and reflects an
abiding belief in clients’ potential and ability to achieve.
As a result of my experience with Dawn, I am a stronger person and have realized results that I
didn’t think were possible. It is a pleasure and honor to be associated with such a talented,
professional, committed, and accomplished person.
Thanks, Dawn. Yours is a special life and Spirit.

"I am an 80 year old retired educator with persistent atrial fibrillation, chronic lower back pain and cervical stabilization secondary to spinal stenosis surgery. I have known Dawn Griswold for more than 4 years. Coach Dawn has been my personal trainer since 2013. She has guided me through my recovery from recurrent prostate cancer and subsequent chemotherapy and radiation therapy in 2014. Coach Dawn's commitment to a personalized approach in tailoring a training program for me has been reliable and effective. In early 2016 Coach Dawn and I focused on improving my balance and posture. Under her guidance and encouragement, I have made significant improvements in these areas as well as enhancing my sense of well-being and engagement in daily living. I was initially impressed with Coach Dawn's technical skills, mastery of muscle function and overall qualifications. In my experience, Coach Dawn has been a thoughtful and knowledgeable trainer. I feel that she is particularly gifted in sensing my needs and capabilities. Her communication skills are readily apparent, as she is clear and effective in her coaching. Coach Dawn has been instrumental in my fitness and function. I recommend her as a trainer and inspirational health coach without reservation."

"I am pleased to recommend Coach Dawn Griswold, although, it will be difficult to truly convey how much her fitness training and nutritional counseling have positively impacted my life, and how strongly I would recommend her. As an executive of a community bank, I am a confident and motivated individual. However, for most of my adult life I could not achieve the health and fitness goals I regularly set forth for myself. That all changed when I began working out with Coach Dawn. Through her ability to assess my skill and fitness level and adapt to my training style, she was able to accomplish what no one else before had. I am now healthier and in better shape than I was in my 30's and I attribute that to Coach Dawn. Dawn has the ability to motivate while holding me accountable, and I have observed her adapting her style and communication to fit the needs and expectations that each unique client has. Her strength is in her skill at assessing each individual's fitness level, identifying weaknesses and injuries and working one-on-one to help them overcome that. She gives each of us the tools we need to be confident to reach and maintain our health goals."

"I am honored to be able to recommend Dawn as the finest and most motivational professional health coach I've known. Dawn is an expert in total fitness training and instruction. I have known Dawn for 10 years. I first met her at the Pentagon Officers Athletic Club, Washington D.C. where she worked as a personal trainer. Within five months of training with her I had lost 20 pounds and began a lifelong change in my health habits. I reached personal bests in marathons and triathlons within the next year. At the age of 40 I transitioned from being a recreational runner to being an amateur competitive athlete. Dawn's commitment to total follow through is unmatched. She has tracked my progress, training and nutrition since 1991. Besides the personal example and standards she sets by her own actions. She stays current in the latest training techniques and with nutritional information. Dawn always proactively provided me the best advice, clearly delineating the difference between fad and good science. I command over 4000 personnel and a $161 million budget at the largest Air Force Base in the United States. I'd hire Dawn immediately and put her in charge of my health and wellness center if I could get her to come south. Challenge her with your toughest job. She is absolutely the best."

"My name is Katie, I am 26 years old and I have been a client of Dawn's for 5 months now. Since the first day of my consultation, I was extremely impressed by the attention to detail and the way Dawn answered all of my questions. As an individual who has never hired a Personal Trainer before, I was rather hesitant about what to expect. Dawn eased all of my doubts and made it a comfortable environment for me overall. The experience I had with Dawn made going to the gym more enjoyable because not only was I improving myself physically, I was also taught why certain movements were important when performed properly which made me grow mentally as well. I learned the importance of correct form while lifting, proper diet, and recovery tactics. As a person of short stature and other underlying physical limitations, Dawn made it seem as though none of those things existed when stepping foot into the gym for a session with her. She rearranged equipment and adjusted all machines to assure me there wasn't anything I could not do. Dawn truly listens to any concerns and is highly educated in her field to answer any questions you may have. I highly recommend Dawn as a Personal Trainer, and Health Coach if you are looking for someone who pays attention to detail, helps you to reach your goals, and goes above and beyond for her clients."

"I started working with Dawn in late 2009 (age 69) after my wife had been working with her for the previous 6 months. Up to this point, I had done very little with my upper body strength, mostly focusing on endurance for running and skiing. I was actively working with Dawn on a weekly basis and during the course of these sessions not only have I seen an improvement in upper body strength but overall health, and fitness. The benefits mentioned are supplemented by Dawn's depth of knowledge around health, physical fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being. Her ability to provide the personal attention necessary to make gains is exceptional and I would recommend her to anyone. I say regardless of age, physical or mental capabilities Dawn has the bandwidth and ability to improve one's quality of life."

"Dawn Griswold has been my fitness coach for almost 10 years. Dawn, developed a fitness program "with me" not "for me". When an exercise didn't feel quite right, she changed it on the spot. When it felt a bit too easy, she pumped up the volume. She is a standout in many ways, but one way she is far above the other personal trainers I have had is that when I am with her in a training session, she is there 100%. She watches my moves from all angles and makes minor and major changes in my form to be more effective and to be sure I don't injure myself. Regardless of whether I was exhausted from a hard day at work or just not "into" exercising that day, I always left my session with Dawn with new enthusiasm and a sense of accomplishment. She never judges, she is always a positive, reinforcing, and motivating force for me. I highly recommend Dawn to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and nutrition. She is a professional and a highly trained fitness, nutrition, and life coach."

“Working with Coach Dawn has been nothing short of phenomenal! She creates a warm and
encouraging environment where you feel heard and loved. You can tell that she truly cares
deeply for her clients and their well-being. She is so patient, kind, and attentive to your specific
needs. From my heart to your eyes, when you work with Dawn, not only are you truly working
with the salt of the earth, but you will get the results you’re looking for!”

“I love coach Dawn! I started with Dawn on Camano island, and after she moved i was lucky enough to reconnect with her online. I have learned so much from Dawn about keeping myself healthy using her knowledge about nutrition and body mechanics. I know she has my best interest at heart and has designed an exercise and workout program for me that takes all aspects of my goals in mind.

When I question the rational for anything in her plan, she always has a sound, scientific explanation for why we are doing the nutrition and exercise plan as she has designed it. It is clear that she has developed the plan specifically for my needs.

I love that Dawn watches all my moves and doesn't let me get away with anything that is not perfect form. Even when I tell her my way is easier!

Dawn always has my back. if I am having any problem, Dawn responds immediately to help find a solution.

if you're interested in a fitness and nutrition program where your personnel trainer really cares about your progress and well being, Dawn's the perfect find! Thank you Dawn! ”

"To an amazing coach who has gotten me on the road to success. One day at a time. I am down 41 lbs and feeling great. Coach Dawn is an AMAZING person. Get in touch with her if you are looking to get your life back finally. Physically and mentally. I’m 61, and this is the best I have felt in many, many years. I love this Woman!"