Kristen Hicks

Kristen Hicks

Coach

Qualifications

About Coach

I coach Hot Pilates and Strength classes, and I occasionally sub in for Hot HIIT because I love how the heat challenges both the body and the mind. There's something powerful about sweating through a workout that builds strength, stability, and endurance you can carry into your everyday life. ​ My fitness journey began in college, where I first discovered my love for running. After having my first son, I joined Empower Fitness in 2019 and was immediately drawn to the variety of workouts offered here. Having so many options under one roof has made it easier to stay consistent and find what works for me—and I know it can do the same for others. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a new challenge, I’d love for you to join me and the Empower community. We show up, work hard, and have a lot of fun while doing it. ​ ​Outside the gym, life stays busy. I have a full-time career in health care marketing, I’m a mom to two energetic boys, and I co-own Farmwives Cold Brew with my best friend. My husband and I manage a cattle and crop farm just north of Yankton—a journey we began back in 2015 after living in Denver for a couple of years. ​ I was born and raised in Southeast Idaho, where I spent my childhood camping and fishing near the Tetons. I went on to study journalism and marketing at the University of Montana, met my husband in Idaho Falls, and have always had a love for adventure. Whether it’s a weekend road trip or an international getaway, I’m always up for exploring something new.

Turning Point

Motivation & Passion

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