Eating Disorder Education for Fitness Professionals

Training for Fitness Professionals

Elevate Your Impact

Learn how to better support your clients with our specialized training program focused on fitness and eating disorders.

Ready to improve the lives of your clients? Click below for information about our next training.

The Eating Disorder Workbook for Pilates & Yoga Instructors

Self-Paced Learning

A 28-day guide by Dr. Zoe Ross-Nash, CEDS. Safer teaching starts here — practical activities to help you understand your relationship with your body, confront eating disorder pathology in your studio or class, and engage in community healing.

What is Equilibrium Health Advantage?

Are you a fitness instructor looking to enhance your knowledge and make a positive impact on your clients’ lives? Look no further! Equilibrium Health Advantage is thrilled to introduce our exclusive training program focused on Fitness and Eating Disorders.

In one study, approximately 75% of employees at a fitness studio had suspected a client of having an eating disorder or exercising excessively, and 65% of these respondents confronted the client at least once (Colledge et al., 2020). Wondering the differentiating factor between the group that could help their client and the group that could not? Education.

Why Choose Equilibrium Health Advantage?

Specialized focus on fitness and eating disorders

EHA is one of the few programs dedicated to helping fitness professionals understand eating disorders and how to address them. EHA has provided training both in the US and internationally. It has been translated into Spanish as well.

Expert-led sessions providing practical, actionable insights

Each session is led by experts in the field, providing real-world advice and techniques you can apply immediately.

Access to exclusive resources and tools for effective learning

You’ll have access to valuable resources, including guides, tools, and continued learning opportunities to support your growth.

Certificate of Completion to boost your professional credentials

Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate that sets you apart as a knowledgeable and compassionate fitness professional.

Continual education and learning opportunities

After finishing our course, you will have access to our newsletter and can connect with other providers interested in this work.

Not ready to commit to the course?

We get it, that is why we made a podcast on this topic featuring Kathi Ross-Nash, a leading voice in the Pilates Industry called On the Mic with the Fitness Industry available in the links below.

View Endorsements Below of Previous Attendees

Who Trusts EHA?

Zoe's training was informative, insightful, and invaluable to Pilates teachers and other fitness professionals.

Michael B.

I really found your presentation in the last workshop to be super informative and eye opening, particularly on how fitness professionals like myself can better arm ourselves with the knowledge on how to work with individuals who are either recovering from an eating disorder or who are still struggling with one.

Vanessa R.

This is needed in the Pilates/fitness industry.

Sue S.

The workshop I attended was very informative and I look forward to attending more!

Heather K.

Thank you for presenting a workshop on a topic that is endemic in the Pilates/fitness world. You gave us the tools to reframe our words and encourage our clients to get help.

Susan H.

Thank you very much for the workshop. It was very helpful and we are already talking about how we are going to introduce and work on it with our students and in our classes.

Carolyn A.

Are you a provider looking to send your clients to a safe fitness professional?

These are some people who have been trained by EHA.

Location Name Contact Training Completed
Santiago, Chile Keka Lamarca kekalamarca@gmail.com 7/2024
Indianapolis, Indiana Susan Holewinski susanholewinski@gmail.com
indypilatesplus@gmail.com
7/2024
Cary, North Carolina Stacie Dombrowski Staciedombrowski@gmail.com 7/2024
Miami Beach, Florida Vanessa Remijio vanessa@springsandslings.com 7/2024
Sarasota, Florida Heather Kabobel Info@pilatesbyheather.com 7/2024
Buenos Aires, Argentina Laura Casasnovas ClassicalPilatesStudioAR@gmail.com 7/2024
Sarasota, Florida Kathryn Ross-Nash bodytech@mac.com 7/2024
Houston, Texas Nadia Khan NadiaPilatesHouston@gmail.com 7/2024
Santiago de Chile Maria Loreto Ruiz Loretoruizs@gmail.com 10/2024
Santiago de Chile Carolyn Aparicio carolynaparicio@gmail.com 10/2024
Exton, Pennsylvania Alena Vasko agpv232@outlook.com 07/2025
East Hampton, New York Aimee Gordon aim.gordon@gmail.com 07/2025
Charlotte, North Carolina Allie Mannai mannai.allison@gmail.com 07/2025
Fairlawn, New Jersey Deborah Wagman deborah@beyondpilatestudio.com 07/2025
Melbourne, Australia Celia Jones celia@celiajonespilates.com 07/2025
Los Angeles, California Gevorg Mehrabyan Gevorak@icloud.com 07/2025
Lakewood Ranch, Florida Meg Everingham Mzeveringham@gmail.com 07/2025
San Francisco, California Andrea Palomera apalomeragp@googlemail.com 07/2025
New York City, New York Melissa Wong melissawpilates@gmail.com 07/2025
Las Vegas, Nevada Juliet Lauren Clingan (The Pilates Firm) info@thepilatesfirmlasvegas.com 10/2025
Greater Philadelphia Area Jennifer Meehan jmee333@gmail.com 10/2025
Seattle, Washington Jordan Colvard pilateswithjordan@gmail.com 10/2025
San Clemente, California Lynann Escatel lynannescatel@gmail.com 10/2025
Los Angeles, CA – Equinox Fitness Clubs Carrie Samper Carrie.samper@equinox.com 10/2025
Seattle, Washington Jennifer Ferguson madisonparkpilates@gmail.com 02/2026
Woodinville, Washington Melissa Thomas melissathomas521@gmail.com 02/2026

The individuals listed here have received training related to eating disorders, and this directory is meant to serve as a supportive resource. However, inclusion does not represent an endorsement, and we cannot guarantee the safety or suitability of each provider. We encourage you to explore your options and connect with someone who feels like the right fit for your needs and healing journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About EHA Training

+How long is the training?

The length of the EHA training program varies depending on the needs of the community, but most sessions are designed to be 3 hours long and is typically $100, depending on amount of participants. It is comprehensive yet concise, offering practical insights in a short amount of time.

+Is the program completely virtual?

Yes, the EHA training program is fully virtual, allowing participants to complete the training at their convenience, regardless of their location. EHA also offers in person training opportunities.

+What will I gain from the certification?

Certification through EHA offers fitness professionals the opportunity to stay updated on the latest best practices in supporting clients with eating disorders. It will enhance your knowledge and professional credibility, as well equip you in becoming part of a care team for your clients impacted by eating disorders. You will also be featured on our referral list as an eating disorder educated professional, be given a certificate of completion, and a badge for your website and email signature.

+Who is this program for?

The EHA program is designed for fitness professionals who want to better understand and support clients dealing with eating disorders and body image issues.