“As a woman in my late 40s, I wanted an online strength class I could do at home with minimal equipment. I’d used kettlebells at the gym but was nervous about injuring myself on my own. In Kettlebell Wellness Foundations, we focused on posture, mindset, and the skill of building strength. Karen helped me find the right cues and approach that worked for my body and mind. Now, I feel stronger than I have in years and confident doing simple, effective workouts at home.”

— Krista Martens

“I’ve been enjoying the benefits of having Karen as my virtual kettlebell coach for almost four years. She keeps me company through the full range of movement I love doing from home — from energizing, strength-building kettlebell sessions to relaxing, recovery-focused mobility work, she covers it all.

The on-demand library is always fresh and engaging, with regular updates and new challenges. Whether I’m returning to an old favourite (like the “simple” swing and get-up videos that help keep me on track) or trying something new (like the recent kettlebell “sprints”), there’s always something to support and inspire my practice.”

— Elizabeth Kay

“Karen is the best! I’ve taken both group classes and private sessions with her over the past few years, and in every setting, she brings patience, enthusiasm, and positivity. She takes the time to understand each person’s needs and helps them work toward their goals with care and precision. Karen teaches kettlebells the way you’d teach a musical instrument — clearly, intentionally, and with great attention to detail. I highly recommend the Kettlebell Wellness Virtual Strength Studio to anyone starting — or continuing — their kettlebell journey.”

— Elin Soderstrom

“Karen has been a star in helping me rebuild strength safely and effectively after two back surgeries. Her knowledge and approach allowed me to build muscle without risking injury. What sets Karen apart is her genuine care, warmth, and encouragement — making the entire journey empowering and enjoyable. She helped me understand my body’s mechanics and motivated me to stay on track. Thanks to her smart coaching and personalized support, I’ve hit my fitness goals and regained core and back strength. I’m incredibly grateful.”

— Ellen B

“Karen’s kettlebell program has helped me achieve my fitness goals by focusing on strength with cardio. I’m so much stronger and confident in my fitness. And the live zoom classes make it so easy and convenient to stick with it. She ensures proper form by monitoring us closely, giving amazing feedback throughout the class. Highly recommend this as an addition to anyone’s fitness regime who is seeking real and achievable strength goals.”

— Megan Hodge

“I'm on the other side of the world from Karen — but thanks to her Virtual Strength Studio, that doesn't matter! I’ve been using her excellent video library for a couple of years, and more recently, I’ve been able to join her live Zoom classes as the time zones aligned.

Karen is a fantastic teacher — clear, patient, encouraging, and deeply knowledgeable. Her classes often include elements from the Egoscue method, which I didn’t expect to enjoy at first, but have come to really appreciate for how much they’ve improved my movement quality. I highly recommend learning from her in whatever way you can.”

— Donna Richards

“I’m so passionate about my kettlebell practice. It’s my favourite strength and conditioning tool—versatile and can be done anywhere. After changes in my programming left me without expert guidance, discovering Karen’s program was a thrill. Her workouts challenge all levels with strong, safe, and clear direction. Plus, she makes it fun! I would recommend this to anyone wanting to stay fit and enjoy life with strength at any age.”

— Pauline Tutkaluke

“I discovered Karen years ago, facing adult-onset type 1 diabetes and insulin resistance. Her intuitive coaching tailored kettlebell training to my changing needs, creating a strong foundation of movement. The move to online live classes and an easy-to-use video library gives me the freedom to train anywhere, with motivating sessions—especially the short and sweet Pure Strength sessions under 30 minutes.”

— Cheryl Steponchev