Janel McGowan

Personal Trainer, Performance Coach, Class Instructor

Coaching Experience

With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Coach Janel McGowan brings a wealth of knowledge, energy, and passion to every session. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from East Carolina University and began her career in corporate fitness in Raleigh, NC, where she spent seven years helping professionals improve their health and performance.

After relocating to Virginia Beach with her husband, Janel shifted her focus to coaching full-time and has been a cornerstone of the local fitness community for more than a decade. Her favorite areas to coach are strength and power-helping individuals unlock their potential through smart, focused training.

Outside the gym, Janel enjoys quality time with her husband and their two children. A fun fact: she lived in Japan as a child-an experience that sparked her lifelong love for sushi, still her favorite food today.

Playing Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from East Carolina University
Career in corporate fitness in Raleigh, NC
spent 7 years helping professionals improve