Andrea Metcalf

Andrea Metcalf is a nationally recognized fitness expert and a popular media personality. She appears weekly on the nationally syndicated television program "Better" which is seen in over 50 markets across the country.

In the last decade Andrea has appeared as a contributor for several national publications including MORE, Self, Shape, Women's World, as well as "The Today Show." For more than 25 years Andrea has inspired people from all walks of life to feel better and move.

After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree from DePaul University Chicago, Andrea began an impressive career as a fitness instructor, personal trainer and health educator, quickly winning the hearts of students and clients with her high energy and motivational spirit.

As a mother of three, Andrea's passion for healthy living and her unique ability to multitask inspires mothers and other individuals with a unique desire for fitness and a healthy lifestyle. In 2002, she fulfilled a dream of owning her own studio and opened mbc Fitness, where she continues to train news anchors and athletes while specializing in "Boomer" fitness. These are the stories of real men and women who, despite busy lives, find time each day to ensure their health.

As a leader in the fitness industry, Andrea has excited media widely, resulting in appearances on CNN Headline Newsmakers, CLTV and WGN-TV Chicago. You can see Andrea regularly on NBC5 in Chicago where she is the fitness expert and a member of the NBC5 Fitness Team. Hundreds of Chicago area viewers have taken the "Fitness Challenge" inspired by Andrea and her team. Andrea created "Well Centered", a comprehensive weight loss program highlighted in Chicago's "16-Week Summer Fitness Challenge". Her radio show, "The Mind Body Connection," can be heard weekly in Chicago on WJGM.

Andrea's Advice is a monthly feature available in various store magazines, including Barnes and Noble, Borders Safeway and Albertsons.

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