I’m going to date myself by revealing that I began my journey into the fitness industry as a 17year old “Aerobics Instructor” at a local health club during my summer breaks from college—Olivia Newton-John's “Physical” is embedded in my brain! My 35 years (Gulp!) in the fitness industry includes 5 years as the Civilian Director of Health & Fitness Programming at a US Military Base; 20 years as an equipment Sales Associate for two of the most innovative and iconic fitness products in the fitness & Wellness industry; Implemented and managed corporate fitness programs; and, all the while started a personal and small group training business in my garage. Now, 20+ years later that business is located next to my home in a converted barn called Balance & Beyond, where my clients have grown ageless with me. I'm especially proud to say that some of my clients have been exercising with me for over 20 years."

Leslie received her B.A. in Physical Education and Certification in Exercise Science at California State University, Chico. She completed her graduate work in Exercise Physiology at California State University Northridge. She is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), has a Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification with The BioMechanics Method, she is a Functional Aging Specialist and a RealRyder Certified Cycling Instructor. She has been teaching Kinesiology at Ventura Community College in California for 30+years. Leslie has also Co-Authored a book with Dr. Dan Richie- "Balance & Beyond"