CPT – Certified Personal Trainer (Expert Rating)
FAS – Certified Functional Aging Specialist
CPR – American Heart Association
Education
- PhD in Science
- MS in Science
- BS in Science
- Certified Life Science Teacher (Grades 6–12)
- Certified Science Teacher (Grades 8–12)
- Nonprofit Writing Certificate – Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
Nicki brings a deep love of learning, movement, and community to her coaching at Your Personal Best Training Studio. With a strong background in science and education, she enjoys helping people better understand their bodies and build confidence through functional fitness.
As a coach, Nicki is passionate about encouraging others to discover what they are capable of — all while keeping workouts positive, engaging, and fun. She values getting to know each client and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and comfortable showing up as themselves.
Outside of the studio, Nicki stays very active through spin classes, road biking, hiking in the Texas Hill Country, and training at YPB.
She is deeply involved in volunteer work with animals and conservation, including fostering dogs with Project Hope Animal Rescue and serving as Vice President of Rocky Road Husky Rescue. Nicki is also a Project WILD facilitator, leading workshops and educational sessions through the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.
When she’s not teaching or training, Nicki enjoys traveling, biking with her Bike Krew in San Antonio, and participating in a Silent Book Club through the San Antonio Public Library. At home she stays busy managing a lively household that currently includes four dogs, occasional foster pups, and two calico cats.
