Every month we get to highlight a mama in Our Village! It is always a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the women that make our classes so special! This April, we are loving on Amy Garcia! She is a bright light in of sunshine who is poised, positive, caring, incredibly supportive AND she has totally been rockin' her Stroller Strides classes and her Run Club training! We are so proud of her and all she brings to our village every day! This month, we celebrate YOU, Amy!

Here is what our Instructor wanted to share about Amy:

"What a perfect time of year to be recognizing Amy! The life and energy of Spring are matched perfectly by Amy’s smile, positive attitude, and magnetic energy- she is truly a breath of fresh air! Amy is incredibly kind, supportive and dependable. In class, everyone can lean on her for a little self-assurance, to act as a confidant, to help soothe their fussy baby, and to just show up with presence. It has been amazing to watch Amy grow in personal strength, endurance and confidence since she has taken classes with us, and to see her adorable Noah look up at her and watch the strong example she is setting for him. In class you can see Amy taking things up a notch, trying a new option, challenging herself, and sweating with a smile. And all around her are our moms whom she is motivating to be just as amazing as she is! How exciting for Amy to now be adding Run Club to her FIT4MOM accomplishments! We cannot wait to watch you soar at your race, Amy! Amy is the essence of the courage and connectedness that Our Village means for so many. Thank you for being such a warm and special part of this community, Amy!! Congratulations and Love!!! "- Instructor Sarah

"I’m so happy that we are honoring Amy this month! I remember that I had already heard rave reviews about Amy’s magic with children and hair cutting before she even joined Stroller Strides- and it was all true! Amy always keeps Noah and any baby around her giggling with her songs and upbeat energy! It has been so wonderful to watch Amy grow as she physically challenged herself in classes and to also become a core part of Our village! I am excited for Amy as she takes on the new challenge of Run Club. We know you can accomplish anything you set your mind to Amy- congratulations! - Instructor Meg

"I am so excited to acknowledge this rockstar of a mom! Amy is so kind and giving to this community as she is the first to help anyone’s kiddo smile if they are having s tough day. Her laughter is contagious as is her sons! Having them in class is the added sunshine everyone needs. Amy is a pillar of strength and community. She is the first to chat up a new mom and the first to ask anyone what they need to help. I could not be prouder of Amy as she is tackling her Run Club journey and crushing mommyhood!" - Instructor Colleen

"If you’re looking to get motivated as a mom, a friend, or fitness enthusiast, turn to our beloved Amy Garcia for the brightest ray of positivity and strength you can find. If you’ve ever seen Amy with her son Noah, you know animation, humor, and true passion for being a mom is what keeps that little boy so smiley! Fortunately for our villagers, her love of motherhood does not stop there. At any class you can find Amy passing a toy, pushing a stroller, singing a song, or offering a snack to calm fellow mamas and babies. The woman is magic! She radiates a beautiful energy that can turn anyone’s day around - all while working hard at class, during her runs, in her home, and at her work as a the most talented hair stylist many of us know! We’ve seen Amy build stamina and strength during her year with FIT4MOM, and her commitment as a working mom is even more impressive as she makes it to class 4+ days/week AND is part of our 5K Run Club team! What an honor it is to celebrate you as this month’s Motivating Mom and true blessing to call you one of my best friends in the world. We all love you so much! Congratulations, Amy!" - Instructor Lisa

"I am so happy to be honoring Amy Garcia this month!! One of the first moms that I met when starting at stroller strides she was quick to make me feel comfortable and part of this village. Without a flinch she is quick to jump in and play with someone’s babe, read a book or sing a song to ensure her fellow mom can get a workout in. She has always been supportive of our team as well, helping out while I’m teaching if one of my own kids needs some attention. Amy and Noah walk into class and it lights up! When she told me a couple weeks ago that she could not train for the 5k with everyone else because of work commitments, but that she was absolutely running it with us I was in awe of her. What an amazing, strong, hard working mama right there! So proud of you Amy! Noah and all of us here are so very lucky to have you!" - Instructor Claudia

Amy Garcia is easily one of the kindest and most selfless women I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Her friendship and support come so effortlessly. I am so pleased that we are honoring her this month as April’s Motivating Mom of the Month!

Amy has become a regular at class and her presence is always known. Her smile can light up a room and her positive energy permeates to everyone around her. And, naturally, we all feed off of it. I love to watch her constant engagement with Noah and the light and love she brings to Our Village.

"It has been a pleasure working out alongside of Amy and connecting during and after class, as well as having her at my classes. She has the rare ability to make everyone feel welcome and wanted - when they need it the most. You may also find her giving the occasional after class haircut. She is a jack of all trades and we are lucky to call her ours.

Amy Garcia, we love you, we appreciate everything you and Noah bring to this Village, and we are so grateful to have you such a central part of it!

Thank you for showing me patience, kindness, and support, each and every day. You inspire me more than you’ll ever know. Keep shining!" - Instructor Kait

Meet Amy!

1. Who are the members of your family?

My family includes my husband Hector and our son Noah

2. What was/is your career?

I am a hairstylist in Shelton

3. Name 3 of your favorite things:

I love spending time with my family, shopping for just about anything or anyone, and being a Mom (best for last)

4. What would your partner say is your best quality?

That I have a big heart ️

5. How long have you been a member of FIT4MOM Southeast Fairfield County and what has it done for you?

I have been a member for a little over a year now, I would say F4M has given me so much confidence as a new mom but also as an individual. All of my sisters in the village have shown me so much love and support. To know that you are not alone on this rollercoaster ride of motherhood is beyond comforting. I am truly blessed to have found such a profound group of strong women. Not only do they show me love they shower my son with it as well!

6. What is your favorite exercise?

I would have to say overhead press, wall sits and anything ab related.

7. What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?

How rewarding it is, there is no better feeling than knowing you are someone’s hero. And the unconditional love that comes with it.

8. What is your proudest mommy moment so far?

It would have to be when Noah said MAMA first. Boy did I rub that one in!

9. Any advice for moms out there?

My advice to other moms out there is know you are not alone. There are Moms who are in the same boat as you or they have been in that boat! Help is always there in one way or another! Don’t be afraid to ask!

Amy, thank you for being such a positive presence in our village! We love you and are so grateful you chose us to help give you the strength for motherhood! xoxo