Meet Ashley, Founder
Ashley Reid is an award-winning Pre/Postnatal Wellness Practitioner, Exercise Physiologist, and the founder of Active Mom Fitness®. With over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, she has become a trusted resource for moms, healthcare providers, and fitness professionals alike.
After personally experiencing the lack of reliable fitness resources during her own motherhood journey, Ashley made it her mission to empower moms to feel strong, confident, and capable at every stage of motherhood. She created Active Mom Fitness® to help moms bridge the gap between knowing they should exercise and understanding how to do it safely and effectively during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
A Different Approach to Mom Fitness
Active Mom Fitness® intentionally steeris away from the harmful “bounce back” culture. Ashley encourages moms to set meaningful, long-term goals that focus on strength, function, and overall well-being.
“Exercise has helped me feel better physically and emotionally. I feel empowered that I feel so much stronger with this pregnancy. ”
Expertise You Can Trust
Ashley’s extensive qualifications make her one of the most sought-after professionals in the field of maternal fitness. Her qualifications include:
Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sports Medicine.
American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist® (ACSM-EP®).
Exercise is Medicine® Credential, integrating exercise as part of a holistic healthcare plan.
Functional Movement Systems Certification.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), providing scientific-based strength training solutions.
Prenatal/Postpartum Exercise Design Certification.
Her partnerships with leading women’s health practices and hospitals have made her a go-to expert, and Active Mom Fitness® has been recognized as a four-time winner of ‘Best Exercise Program for New & Expecting Moms’.
A Proven System: Core, Function, and Fitness®
Ashley’s Core, Function & Fitness® approach is a proven, step-by-step framework designed specifically for moms. It addresses the unique physical needs during pregnancy and postpartum recovery:
Core: Strengthen the core, addressing common concerns like diastasis recti, pelvic floor dysfunction, and back pain.
Function: Focus on functional movements that support the daily physical demands of motherhood.
Fitness: Adapt workouts to fit the realities of mom life—limited time, sleep deprivation, and fluctuating energy levels.
This program helps moms safely navigate pregnancy and postpartum recovery while improving their overall quality of life.
“ I can actually hold planks for the first time in my life! And that is after having delivered TWO babies at the same time! I feel so much gratitude for my body and what it can do, as well as for Active Mom Fitness for helping me get there.”