Meet Our Staff

Joyce Scott

ACE Certified
Personal Trainer

joyce@fastandfit.net

Being a Certified Personal Trainer is the perfect marriage of two of my many passions. I lovingly taught school for 30 years and have been vigorously exercising for 30 years. For the past 3 years I have been on the staff at Fast and Fit for Women. Being part of the organization gave me the encouragement and confidence to become a Certified Personal Trainer through the highly acclaimed American Council on Exercise – ACE.

I have always looked at fitness from the inside – out. It’s not about necessarily about having a slender body, it’s about having a healthy body, including the shapely, feminine curves. Also ladies appreciate my philosophy of “starting slowly will help you to progress faster”.

Many years ago I recognized that my purpose in life was to motivate people. I’ve learned to do this in a very gentle manner Because of my intense interest in other people, and my background in fitness and education, I have the ability to help people set goals and motivate them along the way.

It will be my pleasure to coach you from the inside out.

Tamara Gates, CDC

Certified Dietary Counselor

tamara@fastandfit.net

As a nutritional counselor I look at all the factors that influence your health including lifestyle, stress, physical activity and your attitude toward life and living. My mission is to empower you to take responsibility for your own best health and happiness.

My studies in health and wellness began over 20 years ago. Graduating with a degree in environmental science education, I enjoyed teaching young people about imbalance due to environmental pollution and waste. My passion for health led me to a certification in dietary counseling.

When we meet, I begin with questions about your diet, digestion, history of weight loss or gain, sleep and exercise patterns, and relaxation habits. We’ll discuss any supplements, or medicines that you take regularly, so that I can get a full picture of your nutritional lifestyle. Next, we’ll look at ways that you can fill nutritional gaps and avoid "overloads" in your diet. I will also offer suggestions on specific supplements if necessary.

I look forward to assisting you in learning, experiencing and maintaining your best life worth living!

Judi Bannister

Owner

judi@fastandfit.net

I’m immensely proud of what my staff and I have created at Fast and Fit. We call it Nevada County’s best kept secret because until you walk through the door, it’s hard to imagine what’s inside. You’ll be surprised at how bright and light it is, while at the same time being totally private. Often times you’ll find fresh flowers on the counter, which arrive unexpectedly from a member. Or you may even find a plate of cookies that one of our member’s insists are “good for us”! On another day you might find an inspirational saying or a get well card to be signed by everyone for a member who might be ill or scheduled for surgery.

The gym is feminine in all respects from the mural on the wall to the lotions in the bathroom. And, you just have to check out the sink in the bathroom which was donated by a member. Our ladies tell us they only go to the bathroom so they can use the sink because it gives them so much pleasure!

We have members from 16 yrs to 90 yrs, and from all walks of life and all fitness levels. Some have never exercised before and to hear them say “yes, I can do this”, and “now I can get off the floor” is very heartwarming to not only me, but to my staff and the other members. However, our ladies who have an extensive exercise background are thrilled that they can not only continue at their current level of fitness, but expand beyond it with ideas from staff and sharing amongst other experienced members. They are delighted to find a variety of equipment that fits their needs.

Joyce, Tamara and I love what we do and welcome you to our joyous haven of exercise – we look forward to meeting you and to helping you achieve your fitness goals. Once you give us a try we know you’ll leave with a smile on your face.