Fitness by Zoe | Strategic Strength Coaching for Women - Brooklyn, New York

Georgia G.

If you’re looking for an amazing fitness coach, look no further! Zoe is an exceptional coach and an incredible person in every way. I reached out to Zoe after having two kids in 2.5 years and desperately wanting to feel more like myself again. My goal was to get as close to my pre-pregnancy body as possible, but I also wanted a realistic, sustainable plan.

I’ve never been someone who enjoys exercising, but I knew that fitness and nutrition were essential to achieving my goals. Before having kids, I had been naturally thin, so this was new territory for me. With two little ones and a busy schedule, I didn’t have hours to spend at the gym (nor did I have a gym membership). Even if I did, I wouldn’t have known where to start!

Zoe took the time to understand my unique challenges and tailored a plan that worked perfectly for me. She designed exercises that I could do at home, and could realistically fit into my busy life. She made fitness feel approachable and even enjoyable—something I never thought I’d say! Zoe also helped me navigate nutrition in a way that didn’t feel restrictive or overwhelming but instead empowering and achievable.

What sets Zoe apart is her genuine care and encouragement. She celebrates every small win with you, motivates you on tough days, and reminds you to give yourself grace when life gets hectic. Thanks to her guidance, I not only feel stronger physically but also more confident and energized as a mom.

If you’re on the fence about working with a coach, I wholeheartedly recommend Zoe. She’s more than a fitness coach—she’s a partner in helping you reach your goals, no matter how big or small they may seem.

Emily J.

Strategic Strength is the only fitness and nutrition plan that has ever worked for me! Zoe is a wonderful trainer—she's firm and supportive and has given me great suggestions on how to
improve my eating habits. Her workouts are challenging but fun and gave me results quickly. I would recommend this program to anyone looking to feel healthier and stronger.

Clara L.

Zoe is amazing. I had not been exercising regularly and was new to strength training. Zoe was supportive, flexible, and had high standards. I was able to get comfortable taking myself through strength training exercises and EMOMs and I am happy to say I am exercising more regularly and MUCH stronger than I was before. I strongly recommend working with Zoe!

Tess H.

I hired Zoe Schwartz to do a presentation at an offsite event for my company mentor circle – a collection of professional women of varying ages and in different stages of their careers. Her presentation focused on integrating wellness into our work & personal journeys and the key takeaways she shared were spot-on and incredibly relatable—so much so that we’ve been referencing them and still talking about them weeks later.

Zoe’s insights on embracing discomfort and valuing flexibility over a false sense of security couldn’t have come at a better time, and her message about choosing “imperfect action” over inaction struck a chord as we all struggle with perfectionism.

Despite being a virtual session, Zoe's delivery was engaging and impactful, even exceeding our expectations compared to some of our other in-person experiences. Zoe was awesome, meaningful, and real. I can’t recommend her enough!

Valerie C.

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Zoe. She is incredibly dedicated to fitness and to positively impacting the lives of not only her clients, but everyone that she meets. She is not a cookie cutter fitness instructor, who cuts and pastes the same workout for everybody. She tailors each program to each clients specific needs and goals. I have noticed an immense improvement in my strength, and living a healthy lifestyle is no longer a chore. I strongly encourage more women to work with Zoe. I consider her not only a friend of almost 20 years but an excellent coach.

Sarah K.

Working with Zoe has really optimized the way I approach fitness. I feel like I'm finally able to see improvement in strength without feeling overtired or like my workouts are taking away from the rest of my life.

Alexandra S.

Zoe is truly passionate about fitness and making a connection with every person in her classes. I've been attending her outdoor summer bootcamp in Fort Greene Park since 2017 and am now taking her virtual at-home classes. Zoe is all about customizing any workout to what works for you, but also makes sure to push your boundaries. She always keeps me smiling, even during the toughest workouts, and I always feel sore in the best way after a FBZ class!

Rachel B.

Zoe is an amazing trainer and person! She tailored my routine to my needs and goals, mixed things up and was always prepared. She is knowledgeable and kind and isn’t afraid to kick your butt when you need it. I can’t say enough good things about Zoe. Do not hesitate to work with her!! Your body and mind will thank you!!