About Kristie Royal
My Mission
My goal is simple: to make your time at SmartFIT the best hour of your day. I am passionate about creating an encouraging atmosphere where every workout presents a new challenge. More than anything, I want you to leave the gym feeling stronger, more confident, and better than when you walked in.
The Turning Point
My own fitness journey began in earnest after a major wake-up call in 2009. After my third child was born, I realized I was unhappy with the person I saw in the mirror. Around the same time, my husband’s parents passed away unexpectedly from preventable health complications. This was a pivotal moment. I decided I needed to take control of my health to be there for my children and, one day, my grandchildren.
I committed to a nutrition and fitness plan, and over 18 months, I transformed my body and my life using healthy, sustainable methods. I didn’t just lose weight; I gained muscle, strength, and a profound understanding of what the body is capable of. This personal journey ignited my passion to help others achieve the same.
My Approach
Experience has taught me that progress equals happiness, and mindset is everything. I’ve been coached by incredible people who showed me that our perceived limits are often based on ideas of what we think we know. We can almost always do more than we think we can. This belief in working the smart, efficient way—in training and in life—is the foundation of our name, SmartFIT. As a lifelong learner, I am constantly seeking new opportunities to grow so I can better serve our members.
About Me
I am a wife, a mother of three, and a proud Springville local.
- Athletic Background: My fitness journey has been diverse, from color guard and dance in my youth to winning awards in Taekwondo in my twenties. I later fell in love with distance running before discovering cross-training, where I have proudly placed on the podium in several Masters-level CrossFit competitions.
Qualifications & Certifications
- NASM Certified Personal Fitness Trainer with over 10 years of experience
- CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
- USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach
- Head Trainer, SmartFIT
- SafeSport Certified
- Background Checked
- CPR/AED Certified