BY EMMA CITARELLI · STRENGTH COACH
Helping women become stronger, healthier, and more confident through sustainable strength training.
About me
Helping people discover their strength is more than a career—it's my purpose.
Fitness has been one of the greatest teachers in my life. Through years of training, competing, and challenging myself, it's taught me discipline, resilience, confidence, and the value of showing up even when motivation isn't there. Those experiences have shaped not only who I am, but the coach I've become.
As a certified personal trainer, my goal isn't just to build workouts—it's to help you build a lifestyle. I meet my clients exactly where they are, whether that's stepping into the gym for the very first time or chasing a goal you've been circling for years.
I believe everyone deserves to feel capable in their own body. That means personalized training, sustainable progress, and creating an environment where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered every step of the way. It's not about perfection—it's about becoming a little stronger every single day.
Watching my clients grow physically, mentally, and emotionally is the most rewarding part of what I do. My hope is that through fitness, you'll not only transform your body, but also build confidence that carries into every area of your life.
I can't wait to be part of your journey!!
My experience
As a certified personal trainer and fitness coach, I specialize in helping women build strength, confidence, and a deeper connection with their bodies. My approach combines purposeful strength training, thoughtful programming, and personalized support to help every client feel capable, empowered, and proud of their progress.
My background in bodybuilding shaped the way I approach both training and personal growth. It taught me discipline, consistency, progressive overload, proper technique, and the importance of building a strong mind–muscle connection. That experience now allows me to help clients train with greater intention, understand their bodies, and create results that are both visible and lasting.
Competing at the HYROX Pro level challenged me to blend strength, conditioning, endurance, and mental resilience. Preparing for such a demanding competition taught me how to perform under pressure, push beyond perceived limitations, and create balance between power and stamina. I bring that same determination and well-rounded approach to every client I coach.
After years of leading group fitness classes and helping people of different abilities feel stronger, I created a private studio where I could offer a more personal training experience. Today, I work one-on-one with women throughout Long Island and the Hamptons, providing attentive coaching, encouragement, and accountability. Every session is designed around the individuals goals, lifestyle, experience, and the confidence wanted to build both inside and outside the gym.
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From $49
Your first steps in the gym. Learn the main lifts, build a simple routine and walk in knowing exactly what to do. Four to six weeks long, three sessions a week, and fully self paced with form videos and warm ups included.
COMING SOON..From $59
A six to eight week lower body and glute program built on hip thrusts, hinges and targeted accessory work, with progressive overload planned week by week so you build real shape and strength.
COMING SOON..From $69
Twelve weeks of progressive overload done properly. Four sessions a week with tracked progression, designed to build real strength, shape and confidence.
COMING SOON..In person, Hamptons NY
One to one in person training with me at my home gym studio in the Hamptons, fully personalised around your goals, schedule and season of life. Contact me at: emmampedup@gmail.com or 631.276.0880 to check availability! Limited spots available -- book now! ✨
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