-- EmpowHER Lead Coach — Ready Fitness Training

Women’s Fitness Specialist · St. Louis, MO

Certified Personal Trainer — Ready Fitness Training

LAURA PORTER

STRENGTH. MOBILITY. CONFIDENCE.

Laura is a certified personal trainer and the founder and lead coach of EmpowHER at Ready Fitness Training. She specializes in women’s fitness for ages 30–65, with a deep focus on helping women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause through evidence-informed training that builds strength, restores mobility, and rebuilds confidence.

EmpowHER Founder

Women’s Fitness Specialist

Menopause-Informed Coach

Ages 30–65

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-- Training Philosophy

I TRAIN WOMEN TO THRIVE.

I created EmpowHER because I kept seeing women show up to gyms and leave feeling like the space wasn’t built for them — especially women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s going through one of the most significant physical transitions of their lives.

My training philosophy is simple: every woman I coach should leave feeling more powerful than when she walked in. Strength is a skill. Confidence is a result of that skill being built consistently, in a space that supports you. Whether you’re joining an EmpowHER class, working with me 1:1, or returning to fitness for the first time in years — I meet you exactly where you are and build from there.

Work With Laura

-- My Approach

What every client can expect

01

A thorough intake conversation about your health history, hormonal stage, and what you want to feel like in your body.

02

Progressive strength programming that builds bone density, preserves muscle mass, and improves your daily function.

03

Mobility and joint health work built into every session — addressing the stiffness and joint pain that often accompanies hormonal changes.

04

Coaching that addresses the whole person — not just the physical. Sleep, stress, energy, and mood are all part of the conversation.

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An environment where you feel safe, supported, and celebrated — not compared or judged.

-- Specialties

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Laura’s coaching spans from EmpowHER group classes to private 1:1 training. Here’s what she’s known for.

EmpowHER Group Classes

Women-only fitness for perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Max 8 per class. Community-driven, emotionally supportive, strength and mobility focused.

Mobility & Flexibility

Joint health, range of motion, and movement quality work that directly addresses the stiffness and joint pain that commonly accompany hormonal transitions.

Strength Development for Women

Progressive resistance training designed around women’s physiology — building bone density, preserving lean muscle mass, and improving metabolic health.

Perimenopause & Menopause Fitness

Evidence-informed training that directly addresses the physical, mental, and hormonal shifts of perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause.

1:1 Private Training

Fully personalized coaching for women who want individual attention alongside or instead of group classes. Goal-focused, schedule-flexible.

Community & Accountability

Building fitness habits that last through community connection, emotional support, and genuine accountability — not just programming.

-- Training Options

TRAIN WITH LAURA

No gym membership required. Contact for exact pricing – programs are personalized based on your goals and needs.

Try It First

EmpowHER Drop-In

$29/class

Attend a single EmpowHER class to experience the community and see if it’s right for you. No commitment.

  • 1-hour coached group session
  • Max 8 women per class
  • No membership required
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Private Training Session

1:1

One-on-one personal training fully tailored to your body, goals, and hormonal stage. Single sessions or packages available.

  • Fully personalized programming
  • Perimenopause & menopause-aware
  • Flexible scheduling
  • No gym membership required
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Full Program

EmpowHER + Private Combo

Both

Combine EmpowHER group classes with private 1:1 sessions for maximum results — community plus individual coaching.

  • EmpowHER unlimited classes
  • Private sessions as needed
  • Comprehensive personalized plan
  • Priority scheduling access
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-- Client Results

REAL WOMEN. REAL OUTCOMES.

“I thought joint pain and fatigue were just part of getting older. Eight weeks with Laura and I feel stronger than I did at 40. The EmpowHER community is something I didn’t know I needed.”
— EmpowHER Member, Age 54
“Laura is the first trainer who actually asked about my hormones, my sleep, and how I’ve been feeling. Finally a program that understands what’s actually happening in my body.”
— RFT Member, Age 48
“I’ve tried every gym in St. Louis. None of them felt like this. EmpowHER is the first place I’ve been where I don’t feel invisible. Laura sees every one of us.”
— EmpowHER Member, Age 61

-- Laura’s Signature Program

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EMPOWHER

Laura’s EmpowHER classes are the heart of her coaching practice. Limited to 8 women, designed specifically for the hormonal transition years, and built around community as much as fitness.

  • Only 8 women per class — always
  • Women ages 30–65
  • Perimenopause, menopause, post-menopause welcome
  • Drop-in from $29 · 4-pack $79 · Unlimited $159/mo
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-- EmpowHER Pricing

Drop-In Class

$29

4-Class Pack

$79

Unlimited Monthly

$159/mo

-- Ready to Start?

Book A Session With LAURA

Fill out the form to book a session, ask a question, or find out which of Laura’s programs is the right fit for you. Laura responds personally.

  • No gym membership required
  • EmpowHER classes & private training available
  • All fitness levels and ages welcome
  • Perimenopause & menopause-aware coaching
  • Prefer to reach out directly?

Call or text 314-669-5006 or email info@readyft.com to secure your Saturday appointment. Slots are limited — book ahead.

-- Common Questions

QUESTIONS ABOUT

TRAINING WITH LAURA

Does Laura only train women?
Laura primarily specializes in women’s fitness, particularly for women ages 30–65 navigating perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. EmpowHER is a women-only program. For private 1:1 personal training, please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
What is the difference between EmpowHER and private training with Laura?
EmpowHER is a small-group class (max 8 women) with a community focus — shared experience, accountability, and group coaching. Private training is fully 1:1, completely personalized to your specific goals, body, and stage of life. Many women do both for the best of each.
I haven’t exercised in years. Is Laura’s training right for me?
Absolutely. Laura works with women at all levels, including those returning to fitness after years away. Her coaching style is welcoming, non-judgmental, and always adapted to your current ability. Starting is more important than starting perfectly.
How does perimenopause and menopause affect training?
Significantly. Declining estrogen accelerates bone density loss, reduces muscle mass, shifts fat distribution toward the abdomen, affects joint lubrication, disrupts sleep, and impacts mood and energy. Laura’s programming directly addresses all of these changes — using resistance training to preserve bone and muscle, mobility work to support joint health, and conditioning to protect cardiovascular health.