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Emily Elder

Hometown: Louisville, KY

How long have you lived in Louisville? I’ve lived in or close to Louisville my whole life.

Tell us about your family: My husband Evan and I met in 2012 and got married 6 years ago in St. Lucia. We welcomed our baby girl Willow in May 2023! We also have a 6 year old English Labrador named Lucia.

Current/Previous career: I work as a contractor in marketing for KPMG.

What did you want to be “when you grow up”? Psychologist

What is the furthest you have been away from home? Hawaii

What is your favorite thing to do? I love to be outdoors! I love hiking, boating, and floating in a lake. We spend a lot of time at Nolin Lake during the summer.

What is something about you that someone may not know? My mom discovered the name she wanted to name me while reading my brothers a Clifford the Big Red Dog book. My name is the same as Clifford’s owner, Emily Elizabeth :).

What is your favorite local restaurant to eat at? What is your go to order? Sushi from Oishii Sushi or Pad Thai from Simply Thai

What is the best thing about living in Louisville? Being close to family.

What is your favorite color? Emerald green

What is your favorite song or artist? Fleetwood Mac

What TV shows are you currently watching? The Perfect Couple

Tell us something about yourself that would surprise us or what is your pet peeve? My husband and I used to really enjoy white water rafting and kayaking. We haven’t been since before we were married but we’ve been on quite a few white water rafting adventures!

If someone had to describe you in one word, what would it be and why? Compassionate or patient

How did you find FIT4MOM Louisville? My husband found it online and shared it with me.

How has FIT4MOM Louisville changed your life? I have met such a wonderful community of women through Fit4MOM! Everyone has been so kind and welcoming. It has become something that I truly look forward to each week. It’s also so nice to know that I can bring Willow to class with me. I love that after class all the moms hang out while the kids play.

What was the first class that you attended? What was the last class that you attended? My first class was Stroller Strides in September 2023 when Willow was 4 months old. The last class was Stroller Strides in September 2024.

What is your favorite workout move or class layout? What workout move or class layout makes you feel strong? I love Stroller Strides! I love how the class incorporates reading books, songs, and fun activities to keep the kids entertained while the moms get in a workout. I look forward to trying other classes in the future as well.

October questions:

  • Pumpkins - carve or paint? Visit the patch or pick up at the grocery store? Probably painting. I like the idea of going to the pumpkin patch but I usually just end up picking up pumpkins at the grocery store.

  • Best Halloween costume you ever had? Polar bear

  • Scary movies or Halloween cartoons? Scary

  • What’s your favorite Halloween candy? Reese’s pumpkins