About

Ronda Torres

Ronda is a health coach with an extensive background in fitness. She leads  group sessions, both in-person and on Zoom, as well as 1:1 coaching. She believes that health & wellness is about much more than nutrition. Yes, we talk about food & fitness, sometimes we move and stretch and sometimes we even do a mini-meditation session! She is often heard saying, “It’s all connected…our thoughts create our feelings; our feelings create our actions; our actions create our reality.” Ultimately, mindset is everything. We get together to share our successes and our challenges. We learn from each other and, most importantly, gain community and support.

Getting To Know Ronda Torres

You know Ronda’s function within PEAK Integrative Medicine, but just as we want to know you personally, we would love for you to get to know us personally. Knowing you by name rather than treating you like a number is how PEAK seeks to be a family practice focused on you, your family, and your health.

Where Is Ronda From?

Ronda was born and raised in Pottsville and graduated from PAHS. It was then that she began her career in the fitness industry, working at a local women’s health club. A few years later, she moved to Center City, Philadelphia for 10 years. Then Ronda was off to Phoenix, Arizona for 5 years. There, she worked as an executive assistant and then owned her own business all while continuing to teach group fitness classes and train clients before returning to Pottsville in 1998.

What Does Ronda Do In Her Free Time?

This is actually a work in progress. I’ve spent so much of the last 20 years raising my sons, remodeling/recreating our home and working. I feel like I’m just getting to know myself again. I was once a professional dancer. Now I dance in the kitchen – that makes me happy!

What Is Ronda’s Favorite Meal?

I love brussel sprouts and can easily make a meal out of them! In the air fryer, extra crispy with whatever seasoning looks good at the moment!

Ronda’s Personal Goals For This Year

To read more and spend more time with friends.

Ronda’s Work Related Goals For This Year

Ronda’s goal is to have solid, quality connections with the clients she sees. & to be able to help them achieve their goals in a way meets their needs.

What Is Ronda’s Superpower & Favorite Thing To Do At PEAK

“My role as the health coach is rather consistent. I love all aspects of it. The best part is when I know a client has reached that a-ha moment, where it all makes sense and they’re ready to really fully commit to their own good health. I think my superpower might be motivation – helping to frame a positive mindset.”

How Long Has Ronda Worked In Healthcare/Health & Wellness

Heather been in the industry for 40 years.

Why Did Ronda Decide To Go Into The Health & Wellness Field?

“A friend suggested that I try weight lifting – I got hooked at the age of 18!”

What Does Ronda Like Most About Integrative Medicine?

“Because of my fitness background, I think wellness and prevention are incredibly important. If you start with a good foundation, the hope is that one’s need for excessive or ongoing medical care could be limited – depending on circumstances, of course.”

Who Is Ronda’s Hero Or Person Who Inspires Her?

“I admire Chalene Johnson. She was in the commercial fitness industry for many years, and left due to her own personal feelings about the industry and the way women were treated and portrayed. She stood up for herself at the risk of her livelihood and I respect that. Chalene has been an entrepreneur since she was in high school and still continues to build, grow, and learn. I enjoy listening to her podcasts. Another thing I really respect about her is that she’s not perfect, she’s truthful and she’s ok with it.”

Ronda’s Note To You

“I feel fortunate to work with such great staff & clients in a forward-thinking practice!”