Maureen holds a bachelor degree in education and both bachelor and masters degrees in physical education. She is also a Bodypump, Bodystep, Cycle Reebok and PowerPlate instructor as well as a weight loss consultant.

Born and raised in Canada, Maureen competed in volleyball at university level and taught in high school as physical education teacher, athletic coach and athletic director. Today Maureen enjoys running (5K–half-marathon), walking, skiing, swimming and keeping fit. Twice a year she also runs weight loss boot camps lasting from six to eight weeks.

"I believe that we all function better and feel better with a balanced, healthy diet and an active lifestyle,” says Maureen. “My clients are aged between 28 and 72; one client recently asked me if I was prepared for her next 20 years of training… I am!"