PEAC- train like a girl

PEAC- train like a girl train like a GIRL with a GIRL coach|TRAINER|activist Serving the Chicagoland fitness community for 38 years.

My WHY for 38 years, to leave people in a better place than where I found them. Manager of The Chicago Sweat Shop, one of Chicago's first aerobic studios, started my love for group exercise before opening my own gym Second Wind. 35 years later I coach High School Cross Country and work with clients to achieve habits that allow them to thrive with a focus on physical, mental, emotional and social health regardless of environment, economic status, weight or current health condition. Health at every size and economic status, health for all. Other specialties include:

Environmental wellness stems from pleasant and stimulating environments that support well being. It promotes interaction with the planet and also with our personal, home and work communities. I truly hope that you are open to the conversation. Digital wellness provides leaders and change makers with tools and resources to foster a more positive digital culture. Digital wellness is a new and ever developing niche in personal, corporate and student well being, it is an exciting time to be a part of the discussion

11/23/2025

🌟 Hi everyone! I’m Annemarie, Founder of PEAC - Train Like A Girl Podcast and App! 🌟

We’re so glad you’re here, and we want to share our mission with you! At PEAC, we believe there’s an athlete in all of us, no matter your age or experience level. 🏃‍♀️💪🏽

Unfortunately, there aren’t enough safe spaces for girls and their coaches to gather and access up-to-date, accurate education on performance and recovery. Whether you’re a high-performing high school athlete or a 62-year-old training for a 5K, you belong here!

Our focus at PEAC is on the BIG LEVERS:
💥 Strength Training
💥 Conditioning
💥 Fuel
💥 Sleep

When you get these right, sports become fun, athletes achieve success, and we build athletes for a lifetime! Join us on this journey to empower every athlete!

Let’s thrive together! 💖✨

Links to podcast and APP in bio.

2025 Girls XC, that’s a wrap always BITTERSWEET, sad that it’s over and overjoyed that it happened*we start the seasonin...
11/05/2025

2025 Girls XC, that’s a wrap

always BITTERSWEET, sad that it’s over and overjoyed that it happened

*we start the seasoning hope and end the season in BELIEF, belief in ourselves, our coaches, our teammates
*we learned that 100 ordinary moments, moments that might seem insignificant, are what produce EXTRAORDINARY OUTCOMES
*TTT trust the taper
*progress is not linear

THANK YOU ALL

LHS girls XC building athletes for a lifetime.

10/29/2025

The Joy of the Game: How Discipline and Love for Sport Shape Us, with Mary Minogue, Flag Football, Wrestling, and Lacrosse. "If you want to be a disciplined person on the field, you have to be a disciplined person with class, family, and friends." In this inspiring episode, we talk with Mary, a high...

The Joy of the Game: How Discipline and Love for Sport Shape Us 🎽🏆Featuring Mary Minogue: 🏈Flag Football🤼Wrestling🥍Lacro...
10/29/2025

The Joy of the Game: How Discipline and Love for Sport Shape Us 🎽🏆

Featuring Mary Minogue:
🏈Flag Football
🤼Wrestling
🥍Lacrosse

“If you want to be a disciplined person on the field, you have to be a disciplined person with class, family, and friends.”

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Mary— a high-performing, multi-sport high school athlete whose energy, brightness, and love for the game light up every room. 🌟

Her Insights:

💥The importance of female coaches

💥The value of discipline and teamwork

💥Loving every step of the journey—because sport is more than just a game, it’s a way to grow and connect

Her Journey Includes:

✔️Started young in Judo and martial arts

✔️Learned the importance of self-worth and authentic self-expression

✔️Went from being the only girl in martial arts classes

✔️Discovered her passion for lacrosse in middle school

✔️Embraced resilience, dedication, and genuine passion

Remember:
Tune in, be inspired, and enjoy the ride—the joy is in the journey! 🎧

💪✨ Meet Maddy Zarchin! ✨💪Former D1 swimmer turned sports performance coach, passionate about helping girls unlock their ...
10/15/2025

💪✨ Meet Maddy Zarchin! ✨💪
Former D1 swimmer turned sports performance coach, passionate about helping girls unlock their full potential and build confidence in the gym—one session at a time.

Maddy’s journey started with her own struggle—lacking understanding of how strength training impacts performance—and now she’s on a mission to educate girls about the importance of training, fueling, and mental health.

She’s passionate about increasing female representation in coaching and fitness—believing more women trainers and strength coaches will make a huge difference! 🙌

Some at-home exercises anyone can do:
🔥 Single Leg RDL
🔥 Split Squat
🔥 Dead Bug
🔥 Eccentric Push-Ups

All these moves, plus more, are on the PEAC-Train Like A Girl app!

Quotes to inspire:
💬 “90% of the research subjects are male.”
💬 “Adolescents should play a variety of sports.”
💬 “You’re missing a big part of training if you’re not fueling properly.”
💬 “Sports performance is holistic—body, mind, and fuel.”

Let’s empower girls to stay in sport, get strong, and feel confident! 🚀



Huge shout out to our co-podcast host

INTERNATIONAL DAY of the GIRL💥2025 Theme: “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”.💥A call...
10/11/2025

INTERNATIONAL DAY of the GIRL

💥2025 Theme: “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”.

💥A call to action to support and invest in girls, giving them resources, safety, and opportunity they need to lead and thrive.

✔️ share girls stories
✔️ advocate for change
✔️ create girl lead spaces
✔️lead by example


❤️

10/11/2025

Maddy Zarchin, Sports Performance Coach In this empowering episode, we welcome Maddy Zarchin, a former Division 1 swimmer turned Sports Performance Coach dedicated to helping girls maximize their athletic potential and build confidence in the gym—one session at a time. Maddy shares her journey of ...

✨ Meet Liv Asay! ✨A dedicated college swimmer at the University of Iowa and an inspiring leader in sports. From water ...
10/08/2025

✨ Meet Liv Asay! ✨
A dedicated college swimmer at the University of Iowa and an inspiring leader in sports.

From water park tryouts to finding her happy place in the pool, she’s been passionate about swimming every step of the way. 🏊‍♀️💙

With the help of her high school coach Jennifer Heyer, Liv learned that understanding her WHY fuels her performance and love for the sport.

Liv is an advocate for more female coaches in high school and college sports—women who understand the unique needs of girl athletes. 🙌

Liv hopes to coach after graduation this May, encouraging more girls to stay in sport—a space she believes fosters leadership and self-awareness.

Her words to remember:
🌊 “Anyone can swim, as long as you put in the work.”
🌊 “It’s okay to be uncomfortable—find your WHY to calm your mind.”
🌊 “Swimming is my calm, my peace, my happy place.”

Let Liv’s story inspire you to stay committed, embrace challenges, and find peace in your journey!

10/06/2025

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Liv Asay, a dedicated college swimmer at the University of Iowa. Liv’s journey in sport was inspired by her mom, who played softball in high school and college. She realized early on that her true passion was in the pool, starting her swim career at Oak Park...

💥”I want girls to fall in love with running, as it is a source of empowerment that will support them throughout their li...
10/06/2025

💥”I want girls to fall in love with running, as it is a source of empowerment that will support them throughout their lives.”

💥”We need girls to stay in sport, as it builds self-esteem, confidence, leadership skills, and enhances both mental and physical well-being.”

💥”Girls need to see female role models as head coaches, demonstrating that leadership in sports is a viable and inspiring career and personal path for women.”

➡️ I am privileged to work among these coaches who give 💯 to girls in sport every day, and it’s important to recognize the added value of female coaches for girls.
⬇️

💥Female coaches foster a sense of belonging, promote effective and supportive communication, and help challenge limiting stereotypes about women’s abilities in sports and leadership.

💥Female coaches serve as mentors, understanding the unique experiences and challenges of female athletes and offering vital support.

💥Female coaches bring diverse perspectives and experiences to sports organizations, enriching decision-making and fostering a more inclusive culture.

💥Female coaches excel in communication and building collaborative environments, which enhance athlete development and overall well-being.

🌟 Meet Cara Stawicki! 🌟World Champion Athlete, High-Performance Coach, and founder of Be Brave. From her early days in ...
10/02/2025

🌟 Meet Cara Stawicki! 🌟
World Champion Athlete, High-Performance Coach, and founder of Be Brave.

From her early days in the pool to winning world titles, Cara knows what it takes to succeed—balance, confidence, and a clear vision. 💪💫

Her secret? Connecting with your inner self, defining your version of success, and building a strong support team. 🧠✨

Ready to unlock your full potential? Dive deep into your values, trust yourself, and get brave!

💥We at PEAC-Train Like A Girl are here to GET IT RIGHT, not just BE RIGHT! 💥➡️If you’re a coach working with girls and s...
09/29/2025

💥We at PEAC-Train Like A Girl are here to GET IT RIGHT, not just BE RIGHT! 💥

➡️If you’re a coach working with girls and still relying on male-based training formulas, it’s time to rethink.

Girls’ bodies and performance are uniquely different—especially during puberty.

🔑 Here’s why you should ask for better:

Puberty triggers hormonal, biomechanical, and metabolic changes that impact coordination, strength, and injury risk.

Girls develop more lower-body strength but need tailored training to maximize explosive power and prevent injury.

Anatomical shifts, like wider hips and altered Q angles, increase ACL injury risk—fundamental movement re-teaching is crucial.

Emphasize resistance, agility, balance, and neural adaptation to empower girls and reduce performance dips.

Let’s shift the mindset—train smart, support her growth, and build strength for lifelong confidence and performance.

Because it’s not just about playing the game, it’s about playing it right! 💪✨

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