Empower Personal Training
“It is our vision to EMPOWER people and communities to lead stronger, healthier,
happier lives.”
Jessica M. Bottesch, MA, LAT, ATC , CSCS
Jessica is co-owner Empower Personal Training. She and Ronda Williams rounded the company in 2004 and share responsibility for all aspects of the business. Her main focus is on the advertising, marketing and client relationship functions. Additionally she oversees staff development and ensures a consistent, but tailored approach to personal training for all clients.
Through Jessica’s efforts, Empower continues to expand its client base and professional knowledge. She has developed a dynamic team of the finest fitness professionals in the area and imparted her passion and enthusiasm for an integrated approach to health and wellness.
With athletic training practice at both the high school and collegiate level and over 15 years experience in the health and fitness field, Jessica has trained clients of all ages, run athletic enhancement programs, worked with clients suffering from orthopedic injuries, and helped hundreds of people reach their health goals and incorporate fitness into their lifestyle.
Jessica is nationally certified and a North Carolina State licensed athletic trainer. She is certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a Sports Fitness Specialist (SFS). She is also a certified BLS Healthcare Provider trained in CPR + AED rescue by the American Heart Association. Jessica is an active member of the National Athletic Trainers Association, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the National Academy of Sports Medicine and IDEA Health and Fitness Association.
Jessica received her B.A. in Exercise and Sports Science and her M.A. in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. GO HEELS!
When not working, Jessica enjoys watching and participating in sports and outdoor activities, spending time family including her husband, two children and their black lab Sierra, as well as hanging out with friends- traveling, reading, cooking, eating, dancing, listening to great music, and simply enjoying this good life.
