Biography

Andrea Metcalf is a nationally recognized fitness expert and a popular media personality.  In the last decade, Andrea had appeared as a contributor for several national publications including MORE, Self Shape, Women’s World, All You, as well as “The Today Show.” For more than 25 years Andrea has inspired people from all walks of life to feel better and move.

As a mother of three, Andrea’s passions for healthy living and her unique ability to multitask inspires mothers and other individuals with a unique desire for fitness and a healthy lifestyle.  In 2002, she fulfilled a dream of owning her own studio an d opened mbc Fitness, where she continues to train news anchors, professional athletes and specialize in “Boomer” fitness. These are the stories of real men and women who, despite their busy lives, find time each day to ensure their health.  She is the creator of Well Centered Weight Loss program which focuses on the positive choices one makes in the journey of weight loss as well as inspire corporations to lead their employees with Inspirations and Education corporate wellness programs.

Highlighted Education

• Certified Personal Trainer
• Certified Lifestyle and Nutrition Coach
• Certified Pilates and Yoga Instructor
• Certified Youth Sports, Kickboxing, Senior Fitness Instructor
• Inventor of Extrema, Barre Workout, PT-2-Go and Pain Free DVD series

• NBC Today Show Contributor
• NBC5 Fitness Team Chicago
• Host of CLTV Living Healthy Chicago
• Fitness Expert BETTER.TV
• In the Loop with iVillage
• Producer, Creator & Host of FIT Today TV
• Contributor MORE magazine
• Best Life Design Blogger
• NBC5 Health Blogger
• Chicago Examiner Blogger

• Finalist 2008 IDEA Health & Fitness Trainer of the Year
• Midwest Aerobics Championship Runner Up Team and Individual

• Anti-Cruelty Society
• American Heart Association
• American Diabetes Association
• Dogs for Dystonia
• Polycystic Kidney Disease
• Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago
• Make-a-Wish Foundation
• United Way
• Rolling on the River Ride
• Roll the Tollway

"Surround yourself with
positive influences."

"Accept life for what it is
and find your balance."

"Find your strength."