Meet Lizmarie Ruiz

We had the good fortune of connecting with Lizmarie Ruiz and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Lizmarie, what role has risk played in your life or career?
For the longest time, I allowed the fear of taking a risk stop me from elevating my career. Which is quite interesting and paradoxical, because as the saying goes “no risk, no reward”. It took some mental reprogramming but the moment I realized that to get what I want out of life I needed to stop waiting for the water to get warm and just jump. That shift in my mentality has opened the door to opportunities for myself and business. Putting yourself out there, promoting your business, connecting with other business owners and brands to build opportunities for each other is not the risk, moving with hesitation is.

What should our readers know about your business?
I’m personal trainer and I run my own coaching and personal training business. I believe what sets me and my business apart from others is my testimony. I was extremely overweight and lived a sedentary lifestyle. I understand what it is to have zero motivation to workout, to have poor eating habits and to lack respect for my body. With my weight loss journey came a level of empathy that I was able to apply when coaching my clients. It helped me connect with them to create a dynamic and space where they feel safe and trust me to be able to get them to their fitness goal.

The community that was built from being a personal training coach has to be the thing I’m most proud of. The fitness community is rich with support and love. When I host my workout classes on the weekends or do my daily check ins with people, Everyone shows up for each other with uplifting energy, words of encouragement,and deep respect. Even if everyone is in a different fitness level, there’s a mutual understanding that we’re all in this journey together. The most exciting part of the future is ironically the unknown. I know that as long as i continue to build the foundation of my path, the opportunities will continue to present themselves.

My vision and desire to help people become the best version of themselves is how I got to where I am today with my business. I can’t say it was easy or hard , it was just something I knew I had to do. Any challenges that presented themselves along the way was just an opportunity for me to become a better coach and entrepreneur. It taught me to really dig deep and ask myself how bad do you want this? Most people give up after the first challenge but that is what sets you apart from successful people and unsuccessful people, your willingness to persist when things don’t go as planned.

Something I learned along the way is to trust my intuition. That idea, that thought, or that feeling came to you for a reason. Shut out the outside noise and go inward, trust yourself and most importantly believe in yourself. understand that the steps to get to your desired goal will constantly change but you must continue on your path. The plan may change but the goal remains the same.

I want people to know that there’s no secret sauce , there’s no one size fits all to fitness, there’s only grit and discipline. I didn’t wake up like this, I worked for this, I literally shed blood, sweat and tears to be where I am today. My mission is to help people move with strength, purpose, and power. I want to help connect your mind to your muscle using movement, intention, and discipline. You have all the tools within you to reach your goal, and my job is to help you use them.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Im a very laid back, home body, type of girl , but if my Bestfriend is coming in to town we’re definitely stepping out. I do have some cool spots that I do enjoy going to when it’s time for me hang up my grandma coat. I think the first spot we would go to as soon as she arrived would be South Beach. We would Start with a light breakfast at Under the Mango Tree, Then Rent chairs and relax on South Beach, people watch and vibe with the music in the background. Grab lunch at Pura Vida, then have Dinner at Planta South Beach. It’s a plant-based restaurant with amazing sushi rolls. Which is a great option since I don’t eat meat.

Day 2 we could grab coffee at The Salty Donut and Explore the Wynwood Walls & street murals, take cool photos and visit local art galleries. Then Lunch would definitely be at Coyo taco, one of my favorite taco spots! The corn is next level ! We could Walk through the Miami Design District and window shop the luxury stores of course, see the installations, and stylish architecture. Then dinner would be at Anthonys runway in Fort Lauderdale, they have the best Italian food with a live band every night.

Day 3 I would keep it light, We would grab breakfast at the little Hen in Miami then Explore Bayside Marketplace. Come back to Broward and relax at my apartment and just lay pool side with some snacks before heading to dinner at my favorite Mediterranean restaurant, Mezes. Then for some fun I would take her to Dante’s Hifi lounge. If you want great music and elite vibes, that’s the spot you need to be at.

Day 4 I would stay local and head to Las Olas Beach. We could Have Breakfast at Circle House Coffee, then Rent bikes and ride the Fort Lauderdale Beach Promenade. lunch would be at Coconuts, there seafood is some of the most delicious I’ve ever eaten! For dinner would definitely take her to Zabbs Thai and sushi in Davie, they have, hands down the BEST shrimp pad Thai, you can quote me on that! Then end the night dancing at The Wharf Fort Lauderdale .

Day 5 I would take her to have breakfast at Big Pink then have a Spa day at The Standard Miami Beach. Lunch would be Poolside at The Standard, then before heading home I would pick up dinner from Dumpling king, if you know then you know!
Then at night head over to the Social Room in downtown Hollywood. They play the best music, have retro arcade games, and have an outdoor area with other games like corn hole and jenga. they create the best laid back atmosphere if you just want to vibe.

Day 6 we would grab coffee and some pastries at CAO bakery, their fish croquettes and coffee Americano are a 10/10 for me! Then I would take her to Visit the Pérez Art Museum or PAMM, then some shopping at Aventura mall of course. Dinner would be at The Citadel, I love this spot because there’s different food options and vendors to try from! I love a food hall! We would end the night BACK at coyo, but not for the food but the music! At the back of the restaurant they have a hidden lounge and on Saturdays they play throwback R&B and hip hop, it’s a Millennials dream come true.

Then for Day 7, our last day we would just enjoy some breakfast at home, before grabbing coffee at Cali Coffee. Then make our way to the Yellow Green Farmers Market in Broward. This is one of the best Farmers market in Florida. They have aisles and isles of different vendors, and cuisines from different countries and places. you can spend the entire day there and never get bored. I would start by getting a fresh juice then making our way to different spots to try different foods and baked goods. It’s a great way to support local small businesses. Then to end the day, we would park ourselves on the coach watching Bobs Burgers and sharing a loaf of sourdough Banana Bread that we got from the Farmers Market which is also hands down, the BEST banana bread ever!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I would not be who I am or where I am today if it wasn’t for my Abuela, my grandmother. She passed away 2 years ago, and she has become my compass in life. I believe that she led me to my purpose in the fitness industry, and she’s been with me every step of the way. The moment she passed away the veil was lifted, what I needed to do and who i needed to be was never more clear. I will never stop trying to make her proud. My forever lady. Also, the undeniable support and love from my sacred circle, my parents, best friends and my partner.

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Sabrina Walters