Barb Figurski

Barb Figurski loves to sweat. That’s the only explanation available for a woman who has dedicated much of her life, both in business and in pleasure, to staying active.

Barb is the owner of Balanced By Fitness.  She has a M.A. in Athletic Administration, an ACE Personal Training Certification, and 15 years experience in the fitness industry.

Barb was a fitness director for twelve years at Eastern Michigan and left there in 2008 to devote her time to running Balanced By Fitness. She started personal training in 1996. Along with many others Barb also was a personal trainer and fitness specialist for the CEO of Dominos Pizza, Tom Monahan. During the last 15 years Barb has also trained collegiate athletes in pre season conditioning at Western Michigan University, University of Michigan, and Eastern Michigan University.

Barb has completed 12 marathons including the Boston Marathon 2003, 2004, 2006. Along with numerous short course and sprint triathlons, Barb has finished the Lake Placid Ironman 2005 and the World Championship Half Ironman 2006.

Selected to particpate in Fitness Reality Show "Extreme Warrior" 2006.

Passionate about fitness and training.