Sept-Nov. Session is SOLD OUT
Program Details
Dates:
September 29–November 19, 2026
Tuesdays: 8:00–9:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location:
The Heybrook
10415 NE 37th Circle
Kirkland, WA 98033
Investment:
$549 founding-session price
Group Size: Limited to 15 women
Experience: All fitness levels welcome
More Than a Workout
Strong by Design is an eight-week program for women 35+ who want to get stronger, understand their changing bodies, and feel supported along the way.
Build Strength. Gain Knowledge. Find Your People.
Lift. Learn. Connect.
Lift
Progressive strength training designed to help you build muscle, improve your technique, and become more confident lifting heavier weights.
Learn
Expert-led education about women’s health, nutrition, pelvic-floor health, stress, mobility, recovery, and the changes that can happen in our bodies after 35.
Connect
A consistent and supportive group of women who will encourage one another, celebrate progress, ask questions, and have fun along the way.
Your Registration Includes:
Strength & Coaching
16 Progressive strength workouts
Baseline + final assessments
Form & technique coaching
Guidance choosing weights
Modifications for different fitness levels
Experts & Resources
Support beyond the workout
Expert topics & resources may include:
Women’s health & changes after 35
Nutrition for strength & energy
Pelvic floor health
Mobility, recovery & flexibility
Expert Q&A
Prerecorded & written workouts for extra training or missed classes
Accountability & Community
A small group that knows your name
Same group throughout 8 weeks
Accountability to keep showing up
Encouragement & connection
Celebrate progress together
All equipment is provided. Just bring your yoga mat + water.
Created by Katie Whitley
Katie is an ACE-certified group fitness instructor with more than 10 years of experience helping women build strength in a supportive group environment. After more than two years of learning about the unique strength and wellness needs of women in this stage of life and connecting with experts, she created Strong by Design to bring progressive strength training, reliable education, and genuine connection together in one program.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Strong by Design is designed for women at different fitness levels. I will help you choose appropriate weights, teach proper form, and provide options so you can work at a level that feels both safe and challenging.
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No. The program is for women 35+ who want to build strength and learn more about supporting their health through the changes that may occur during this stage of life. The information can be valuable whether these changes are happening now or are still years away.
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You will have access to prerecorded strength workouts that you can complete at home. These can be used when you miss a class or when you want to add a third strength workout to your week. Written workouts will also be provided.
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All strength-training equipment will be provided. You only need to bring a yoga mat and water to each class.
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Modifications will be available throughout the program. Please tell me about any injuries, pregnancy, physical limitations, or other concerns so we can discuss appropriate options. You should also follow any recommendations from your healthcare provider.
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I’m currently finalizing the expert schedule and will share each guest as details are confirmed. Planned topics include women’s health and hormonal changes, nutrition, pelvic-floor health, mental health and stress, mobility, recovery, yoga, and breathing. These sessions will give you the opportunity to learn from qualified professionals and get answers to your questions.

