FOUNDER BIO

Kendra Kessel is a family fitness and health expert, speaker, and award-winning music artist. She is also a game inventor, children's book author, mom to two energetic toddlers, and an avid philanthropist for children’s health and well-being. She is the creator and founder of the highly-acclaimed, Fit Heroes, and is on a mission to help kids and families get fit, both physically and mentally, using fun and exciting programs, products, and media.  

Kendra has worked professionally in the fitness and health industry for over 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education from the University of Arizona (graduating Magna Cum Laude) and previously worked as a licensed Physical Education teacher before realizing her true calling was beyond the classroom. 

Over the years, Kendra has worked hard to advanced her education. She is a Certified Physical Education Teacher (K-12th grade), Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, Certified Youth Exercise Specialist, and Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist.

Kendra’s expertise has landed her on national television, fitness info-commercials, news broadcasts, and fitness DVD’s. Additionally, her wellness advice has been featured in many national magazines including Muscle and Fitness Hers, Oxygen Magazine, Star Magazine, and several major city newspapers.

Kendra's greatest creative outlet is music. She has received numerous awards for her family-friendly music over the years. She is a prolific songwriter, violinist, pianist, and occasionally dabbles in playing guitar and ukulele. Kendra believes that positive music has the power to greatly improve mental and emotional wellness, as well as educate and change lives. 

In her free time, Kendra enjoys cooking, hiking, anything outdoors, and spending quality time with her family.