Melissa Sunshine

ISSA Certified
Personal Trainer
Nutritionist
Genetics Based Program Designer
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Kickoff Certified

Specialties

Losing fat
Getting Started
Chronic illness/auto-immune di

My Mission

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Let's connect! I’m a book loving, auto-immune disease surviving "crazy cat lady" and I help others living with chronic illness gain energy, reduce flare-ups and lose weight. No need to get the cat hair off your clothes! You can work with me virtually from the comfort of your own home. Take advantage of my experience and education and start living the life of your dreams.

He who has health, has hope; and he who has hope, has everything. - Thomas Carlyle

Why Train With Me

After being told that I would be disabled, I went on a mission to beat the odds. I spent years experimenting with diet plans and getting educated. I went from hopeless to health and I can show you how too. I have 10+ years of experience, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionist, Corrective Exercise Specialist and DNA Based Program Designer. No need to go to the gym or even change your clothes since we work remotely. You can even use your cat as a weight! (Yes, I've done it.)

My go-to workout

I love hiking in my foothills every morning, followed weight lifting, yoga and dance.

Healthy food I love

Anything fresh from the garden (TOMATOES).

Healthy food I hate

Avocado. It's too squishy!

Why Train With Me

My go-to workout

I love hiking in my foothills every morning, followed weight lifting, yoga and dance.

Healthy food I love

Anything fresh from the garden (TOMATOES).

Healthy food I hate

Avocado. It's too squishy!

Favorite workout music

"Alexa, play workout music" or if I have a good audiobook going, I may choose that.

What people are most surprised to learn about me

When I was in my 20's, I was told I would be disabled by 40 from auto-immune issues. Look at me now!

How it works

Let’s reach your fitness goals together.

Start with your perfect coach

Get started with your trainer based on goals and personality. Build your plan together with during your Kickoff video call.

Add daily personalized workouts & nutrition plans

Work out when and where you want with step by step guidance from your coach via our interactive app. Eat well with meal plans crafted by your coach just for you.

Keep doing your favorite sports and activities. We’ll mix ‘em in to your plan.

Reach your goals with daily checkins

Stay on top of your fitness goals with check-in texts and at a glance in our app. Your coach is there for you on demand, whenever you need.

Txt me often plz k thx

Personal training for $5 a day

No cancellation feesNo contractsCancel anytime

Kickoff Program

$5/ day

Personalized workouts

Personalized nutrition coaching

Daily feedback & guidance from your certified coach

$165 billed monthly

No cancellation feesNo contractsCancel anytime

Client stories

"Before finding Kickoff, I wasted so much time sitting in my car at the gym trying to google the "best" workout for the day. Now I never fret over workouts - they're sent to me with clear instruction in the Kickoff app. Working with my trainer via text has been such a benefit. Having that accountability was key - I beat my goal by 10 lbs, losing 40 lbs before my wedding day!"

Peyton

Texas

"Working with Kickoff is awesome! It has helped me learn so much about what it takes to transform your body. I have lost 23 pounds and 5% body fat since working with Rachel and I've never felt better!"

Augie H.

Florida

"As a busy, working mom, I don't like leaving my home to go to the gym. My trainer designs workout plans that I can do at home. Kickoff is realistic, sustainable & supportive. That's why it's been so successful for me!"

Miriam C.

Oregon

"I lost 70 pounds of fat (265 to 195) and am keeping it off with Kickoff! I’m now adding muscle and getting stronger! My coach makes it fun to stick to an awesome exercise and nutrition program that really works."

Giancarlo R.

Georgia

"I’ve lost 25 lbs with Kickoff and gained tons of strength and confidence. Thanks to Kickoff, I was able to tweak my nutrition & really see a noticeable difference in my energy levels. I am finally feeling like myself again!"

Brooke H.

California

"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."

Ashley B.

Alabama

"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."

"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "

Nicole H.

Tennessee

"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "

"I love the accountability I get. My coach helped me figure out nutrition and the workouts have been great. I'm impressed with my strength now. Fitness was a big part before, and it's been huge to get back in shape!"

Marsha R.

Canada