DPT, OCS, Dip. MDT, Cert DN, CF-L2, CSCS

As a Licensed Physical Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CF Level 2 Trainer, and CF Kids certified Trainer Nicole built Iron Fortress Strength and Conditioning in order to provide a safe, supportive, and positive community for adolescent and adult females to build strength, confidence, and resilience through science-driven fitness programs. 

Nicole graduated from Duke University with her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2009. She became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2010 and obtained her certification in McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy in 2011. She completed the diploma program in MDT in 2014, becoming the 397th McKenzie Diplomat in the world. Nicole has completed many other post graduate courses and also holds certifications in Dry Needling and Blood Flow Restriction Training. 

During her time teaching the anatomy lab at The University of Nevada, Reno, Nicole was introduced to CrossFit by her students and became a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer. She later obtained the Movement and Mobility, and CrossFit Kids Certifications. She most recently became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and has taken a special interest in adolescent and adult female strength and conditioning.