PEAC- train like a girl

PEAC- train like a girl train like a GIRL with a GIRL coach|TRAINER|activist Serving the Chicagoland fitness community for 38 years.

My WHY for 38 years, to leave people in a better place than where I found them. Manager of The Chicago Sweat Shop, one of Chicago's first aerobic studios, started my love for group exercise before opening my own gym Second Wind. 35 years later I coach High School Cross Country and work with clients to achieve habits that allow them to thrive with a focus on physical, mental, emotional and social health regardless of environment, economic status, weight or current health condition. Health at every size and economic status, health for all. Other specialties include:

Environmental wellness stems from pleasant and stimulating environments that support well being. It promotes interaction with the planet and also with our personal, home and work communities. I truly hope that you are open to the conversation. Digital wellness provides leaders and change makers with tools and resources to foster a more positive digital culture. Digital wellness is a new and ever developing niche in personal, corporate and student well being, it is an exciting time to be a part of the discussion

why MOBILITY?MOBILITY = better performance MOBILITY = better recovery MOBILITY = longevity in sport MOBILITY = increased...
01/21/2026

why MOBILITY?

MOBILITY = better performance
MOBILITY = better recovery
MOBILITY = longevity in sport
MOBILITY = increased JOY

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01/18/2026
Bring on 2026👊🏽Girls In Sport is not just having a moment; it is a MOVEMENT. ➡️The growth and lessons of 2025 were made ...
01/04/2026

Bring on 2026👊🏽

Girls In Sport is not just having a moment; it is a MOVEMENT.

➡️The growth and lessons of 2025 were made possible by PEAC’s girl power! Our interns are using their talents to enhance our app, podcast, and raise social awareness. They recognize the significant strides made for females in the sports arena while understanding that we still have a long way to go.

➡️The professional connections at PEAC continue to inspire me. The energy and passion these professionals share through the podcast, app, and networking demonstrate our collective commitment to pushing for equity in sports science, nutrition, period health, equipment (including sports bras), pay, job opportunities, body image, and injury prevention.

➡️We need to encourage girls to stay in sports longer and reduce high school dropout rates. It’s essential to have more female coaches at the high school level, creating an environment where girls feel comfortable discussing topics like periods, breast development, body image, and the social stigma surrounding sports. Additionally, we need more females specializing in strength training for girls and further research focused on enhancing performance while reducing injury rates.

2026
The focus for 2026 is to get our app and podcast into the hands of high school athletes, coaches, and caretakers. We believe that the conversations sparked here will promote body positivity, increase participation rates, and enhance the joy of sports, ultimately improving performance.

A sincere thank you to all who are willing to jump in and contribute—your support has made me a better person and professional.

Women I have had the pleasure of connecting with this year🫶🏽
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I am better because of each of you.

And our INCREDIBLE interns🫶🏽
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“We are all athletes, find the joy in challenging your body.”Join us on the latest episode of the PEAC-Train Like A Girl...
12/17/2025

“We are all athletes, find the joy in challenging your body.”

Join us on the latest episode of the PEAC-Train Like A Girl podcast as we welcome Amy Muller, the Executive Director of the Women’s Sports & Health Expo! 🏃‍♀️💪

🎙️ Amy shares her journey from dealing with mental health challenges in high school to finding freedom and joy through sports in college. Her dedication to celebrating, educating, and motivating women and girls in sports is inspiring!

💖 Discover how the Women’s Sports & Health Expo is building a community for empowerment, connection, and support for athletes of all ages.

👉🏼 Tune in now to hear about the importance of “Organic Vulnerability” and the impact of social media on self-esteem and body image.

Let’s celebrate the strength and resilience of women in sports together!

12/15/2025

Guest: Hannah, Licensed Therapist specializing in Eating Disorders (ED) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Episode Summary:In this episode, we chat with Hannah, a licensed therapist with a focus on Eating Disorders and OCD. Hannah shares insights into the high comorbidity rate of these issues,....

12/15/2025

Guest: Amy Muller, Executive Director of the Women's Sports & Health Expo (WSHE) Episode Summary:In this episode, we sit down with Amy Muller, the inspiring Executive Director of the Women's Sports & Health Expo, to discuss her journey in sports and her mission to celebrate, educate, and mot...

12/08/2025

DO RUNNERS NEED TO STRETCH?????

In my expert opinion—and that of many strength and conditioning coaches—mobility always beats stretching. Why?

Stretching can lengthen muscles, but it may leave them less prepared for load and response. On the other hand, mobility acts like oil, keeping your joints primed for impact and peak performance!

The secret to success? It’s all about:

✔️Mobility
✔️Strength training
✔️Quality sleep
✔️FUEL
✔️Breath work
✔️Consistent ADHERENCE to mileage
✔️be COACHABLE

Combine these elements for your best running performance! 🚀💪

➡️for complete class download our app, link is in the bio .apps

💪 Benefits of Working Different  Muscles: ➡️Boosts Strength: Variety in your workouts builds overall power and makes you...
12/03/2025

💪 Benefits of Working Different Muscles:

➡️Boosts Strength: Variety in your workouts builds overall power and makes you stronger!

➡️Enhances Neural Adaptation: Training different muscles helps your brain learn and adapt, making your movements more efficient!

➡️Improves Motor Control: Switching it up refines your coordination, letting you move like a pro!

➡️Sharpens Cognitive Function: Fun workouts with friends can elevate your mindset, helping you think clearer and stay focused!

➡️Increases Athletic Performance and JOY.

11/23/2025

🌟 Hi everyone! I’m Annemarie, Founder of PEAC - Train Like A Girl Podcast and App! 🌟

We’re so glad you’re here, and we want to share our mission with you! At PEAC, we believe there’s an athlete in all of us, no matter your age or experience level. 🏃‍♀️💪🏽

Unfortunately, there aren’t enough safe spaces for girls and their coaches to gather and access up-to-date, accurate education on performance and recovery. Whether you’re a high-performing high school athlete or a 62-year-old training for a 5K, you belong here!

Our focus at PEAC is on the BIG LEVERS:
💥 Strength Training
💥 Conditioning
💥 Fuel
💥 Sleep

When you get these right, sports become fun, athletes achieve success, and we build athletes for a lifetime! Join us on this journey to empower every athlete!

Let’s thrive together! 💖✨

Links to podcast and APP in bio.

2025 Girls XC, that’s a wrap always BITTERSWEET, sad that it’s over and overjoyed that it happened*we start the seasonin...
11/05/2025

2025 Girls XC, that’s a wrap

always BITTERSWEET, sad that it’s over and overjoyed that it happened

*we start the seasoning hope and end the season in BELIEF, belief in ourselves, our coaches, our teammates
*we learned that 100 ordinary moments, moments that might seem insignificant, are what produce EXTRAORDINARY OUTCOMES
*TTT trust the taper
*progress is not linear

THANK YOU ALL

LHS girls XC building athletes for a lifetime.

10/29/2025

The Joy of the Game: How Discipline and Love for Sport Shape Us, with Mary Minogue, Flag Football, Wrestling, and Lacrosse. "If you want to be a disciplined person on the field, you have to be a disciplined person with class, family, and friends." In this inspiring episode, we talk with Mary, a high...

💪✨ Meet Maddy Zarchin! ✨💪Former D1 swimmer turned sports performance coach, passionate about helping girls unlock their ...
10/15/2025

💪✨ Meet Maddy Zarchin! ✨💪
Former D1 swimmer turned sports performance coach, passionate about helping girls unlock their full potential and build confidence in the gym—one session at a time.

Maddy’s journey started with her own struggle—lacking understanding of how strength training impacts performance—and now she’s on a mission to educate girls about the importance of training, fueling, and mental health.

She’s passionate about increasing female representation in coaching and fitness—believing more women trainers and strength coaches will make a huge difference! 🙌

Some at-home exercises anyone can do:
🔥 Single Leg RDL
🔥 Split Squat
🔥 Dead Bug
🔥 Eccentric Push-Ups

All these moves, plus more, are on the PEAC-Train Like A Girl app!

Quotes to inspire:
💬 “90% of the research subjects are male.”
💬 “Adolescents should play a variety of sports.”
💬 “You’re missing a big part of training if you’re not fueling properly.”
💬 “Sports performance is holistic—body, mind, and fuel.”

Let’s empower girls to stay in sport, get strong, and feel confident! 🚀



Huge shout out to our co-podcast host

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