From Fear to Freedom

The path to strength isn’t always about muscles or reps.

For Janae, it started with breaking chains—chains forged by fear, doubt, and years of dieting that left her terrified to eat.

At Reignelle, we love stories of transformation that go deeper than the surface, and Janae’s journey as a fitness and nutrition coach is exactly that.

Based in Wykoff, Minnesota, she’s been coaching women since 2010, helping them build healthier relationships with food and their bodies because Janae knows firsthand how scary it can be to trust your body again.

She started as a personal trainer, working in gyms and studios, but something called her forward to do more, to reach more.

Since 2019, she’s built an online business called Body by Janae, where she blends fitness, nutrition, and yoga to help women not just get fit, but feel free in their own skin.

The Fear That Held Her Back

Janae’s biggest struggle wasn’t a lack of knowledge—it was the voice in her head telling her she’d fail, that she wasn’t enough, that if she ate more, she’d gain weight and lose control.

She knew this story well because it echoed through many of the women she coaches: women under-eating, afraid to step into fullness, caught in cycles of restriction and shame.

Her journey wasn’t linear.

She admits she jumped between niches, unsure where she truly fit, caught in waves of self-doubt that threatened to make her quit.

Mentors came and went, some helpful, others less so, and investments were made that didn’t pan out.

But Janae kept moving forward—not because the path was easy, but because her vision was clear.

Strength Is More Than Physical

What fuels Janae now is the empowerment she sees in her clients.

Women who once lived trapped by food fears now feel powerful, confident, and in control of their bodies.

Their transformation isn’t just about muscle tone, it’s about freedom.

For Janae, coaching is deeply personal.

It’s the work she was called to do because she’s walked the road herself.

And that authenticity is what makes her stand out in a crowded online space.

Vision Beyond the Gym

At 37, Janae is still carving out her dream life.

Living with her parents to keep costs low, she’s working hard to build a business that will let her move closer to her boyfriend, live in a cozy apartment near a great gym, and finally enjoy financial overflow instead of scarcity.

She’s embracing the process, recognizing that success isn’t a sprint but a steady climb.

With the support of a mentor she trusts, Janae feels more aligned than ever—ready to grow her dream clientele and step fully into her purpose.

Your Journey Is Worth It

Janae’s story is a reminder that transformation takes time and courage, especially when healing the relationship with food and self isn’t just physical, but emotional and spiritual too.

At Reignelle, we believe every woman deserves to feel strong and free in her body, and Janae is helping make that a reality for so many.

If you’re ready to rewrite your story with food and fitness, Janae is ready to meet you where you are—no judgment, just real support.

Connect with Janae:

Instagram: @janaekfit