Sonder Holistic Fitness

Body | Mind | Self | Community

Exercise as therapy.

Sonder | noun. The realization that each random passerby is living a life as complex & vivid as your own.

Mission | Strengthen your mind, body, self & community by providing access to fitness and approaching exercise as therapy.

I am a trainer offering sustainable change for a happier, healthier, and more confident life. Quick fixes and fad diets are not my recommendation, but prioritizing exercise as therapy for a stronger lifestyle is.

— Coach Merel

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  • "If you’re looking for the best personal trainer in Portland look no further! Coach Merel is skilled in training with her vast knowledge of anatomy and fitness. Her background in mental health adds a unique style to her practice as how I feel is always the top priority. Thank you for everything!"

  • "Mimi is a really thoughtful and talented trainer! She's helped me get so much stronger in a gradual, deliberate way. She designs sessions for the sports I play, which has really helped me avoid injuries. Each session has both variety and consistency. When I've been out of town, we've done some great virtual sessions, as well. I tried a few other trainers before going with Mimi and can't recommend her enough."

  • "I've trained with trainers my entire life - from playing sports to wanting to continue an active lifestyle as an adult. I can undeniably say that Mimi is one of those coaches that will not only help you meet your goals, but push you that extra inch / mile further. Mimi curates creative, ambitious and fun personalized programs that never get boring. I recently had to switch my training style to help recover from an old injury flare up. Mimi went the extra mile to accommodate and change up my program, but still keep me on track to meet my goals. If you want to invest in your physical and mental health, Mimi is the trainer worth investing in."

  • "The first thing that comes to mind is Merel's positive attitude! I always have a great time and actually smile and laugh while getting the best work out of my life. I love the attention to detail and the feeling of being seen and like the work outs are custom to me. I would be lost if I ever walked into a gym, so I appreciate her guidance and knowledge when it comes to training."

  • "Coach Merel is one of the top trainers in Portland! You can tell she has years of fitness experience and has mentored others along the way. So easy to get along with and our sessions are the most fun. Thanks Coach!"

  • "Merel is an amazing coach. She helps me to understand why we are doing each exercise and how to do it on my own. She helps me to set and reach attainable goals. I’m really grateful for all of her help and cannot wait to continue on with her."

  • "Coach Mimi made me feel so comfortable in my first personal training experience! She helped me gain confidence in lifting and is great about encouraging her clients to go above and beyond!"

  • "The Coach that turned working out into more than just burning calories!"

  • "Mimi is one of the best coaches I have had the honor of working with. She is motivational and knowledgeable all at the same time. If you want the best results, choose her as your trainer!"