About Catherine
Personal trainer, researcher, and competitive athlete.

Hi, I'm Catherine
I’m an endurance athlete, coach, and exercise professional with a background in rowing, running, cycling, triathlon, strength training, and healthy ageing.
My coaching combines evidence-based exercise science with real-world athletic and rehabilitation experience. I work with clients across a wide range of ages and abilities, from younger athletes building strength and performance, through to adults focused on long-term health, fitness, and resilience.
I have experience helping schoolgirl and club rowers improve erg performance, strength, and conditioning, as well as supporting younger women pursuing fitness, confidence, and athletic development. I also work with adults who want to train intelligently for endurance events, improve body composition and strength, return to exercise after illness or injury, or maintain high levels of physical function as they age.
Alongside performance coaching, I have a growing professional focus on women’s health and exercise across midlife, including the training and recovery considerations associated with perimenopause, menopause, and healthy ageing.
I also have experience supporting clients returning to exercise after cancer treatment and those managing more complex health challenges. My approach is structured, supportive, and highly individualised, with programs designed around each client’s goals, training history, lifestyle, and capacity.
Whether you are preparing for competition, improving your fitness and strength, returning to exercise, or simply wanting to feel healthier and more capable in everyday life, I aim to help you train with purpose, confidence, and consistency.
Qualifications & Expertise
Published Researcher
The Development of Can Walk Can Run: A Walking and Running Program for People Living With and Beyond Cancer — Journal of Physical Activity & Health, February 2026, Vol. 23, Issue 2, pp. 191–205. Catherine contributed as Research Assistant.Awards & Achievements
VIC Regional Series
Series Winner — AusTriathlon
2XU Triathlon Series
Series Winner — O2 Events
Australian Championships Super Sprint
Second Place Female Age Group — AusTriathlon
Vic State Championships Sprint Duathlon
First Place Female Age Group — AusTriathlon
Rowing Victoria Masters State Championships
State Champion — Rowing Victoria
AUSactive National Awards
Social Value & Community Impact Award Finalist — Can Walk Can Run
2XU Triathlon Series
Series Winner — O2 Events
Club Championships
Most Successful Female Rower — Hawthorn Rowing Club
RV Female Masters Premierships
5th Place Overall Individual Standings — Rowing Victoria
Can Walk Can Run Research Published
Journal of Physical Activity & Health — Research Assistant
Staff of the Month
The Y Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Rowing Victoria Masters State Championships
State Champion — Rowing Victoria
2XU Triathlon Series
Series Winner — O2 Events
Employee of the Month
City of Monash Active Monash
Outstanding Student Award
Certificate IV in Fitness — Holmesglen
Rowing Victoria Masters State Championships
State Champion — Rowing Victoria
Club Championships
Most Improved Rower — Hawthorn Rowing Club
What Clients Say
If you want to get faster on the erg, this is exactly what you need. I was putting in the meters on the water but not seeing my splits drop. The rowing-specific lifting program she put together completely changed that. I'm pulling significantly better numbers now, and my back feels bulletproof. Highly recommend if you want coaching from someone who really gets what it takes to move a boat.
Rowing client
I was honestly a bit nervous about starting a new exercise routine in my 50s, but working with Catherine has been amazing. She didn't just hand me a generic workout; she really listened to what I needed and made sure I was doing everything safely. I haven't felt this strong, energetic, or confident in my own body in years. It has completely changed my day-to-day life!
Fitness over 50 client
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