ABOUT OUR OWNER

Charity Smith is the founder and owner of Poised Fitness. With more than 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, she brings an extensive background in personal training, Pilates, mobility, nutrition and business to the studio.

Charity began her career in 2004 as a Physical Therapist Assistant and personal trainer, where she developed a strong foundation in anatomy, movement mechanics and individualized exercise. She later earned a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with a focus in Health and Fitness Management and a minor in Business Administration from Texas State University.

In 2009, Charity was one of only six college students from across the country selected for the highly competitive Cooper Fitness Center internship. During the program, she gained hands-on experience and refined her skills alongside nationally respected experts in fitness, health and longevity. Throughout her career, she has worked with clients at several of Dallas’s premier fitness facilities, including Cooper Fitness Center, Dallas Country Club and Equinox.

In 2012, shortly after the birth of her first son, Charity partnered with the City of Frisco to launch PureFitMom, a stroller fitness program designed to help mothers prioritize their health while balancing the demands of motherhood.

After taking a few years away from her career to raise her two boys, Charity launched A Poised Perspective in 2018, an online health and lifestyle platform created to inspire others to live healthier, more intentional lives. In 2021, she expanded her expertise into holistic health and nutrition through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

In 2022, Charity brought Poised Fitness to the growing community of Gunter, Texas. Her approach combines strength, Pilates, mobility, recovery and healthy lifestyle habits to help clients become stronger, move better and support their long-term health.

Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, Health and Fitness Management, with a minor in Business Administration

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer

  • Integrative Nutritionist through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition

  • Primary and Advanced Pilates Mat Certified

  • Certified Mobility Specialist

  • HeroBoard Certified

Charity’s experience and innovative approach to health and wellness have also been recognized in several media features. See below.

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