Meet Ashley Reid, Exercise Physiologist and Author of Active Mom
Supporting Moms with Reliable Exercise Guidance.
I founded an award-winning strength training studio in Philadelphia for moms and moms-to-be. Today, I share my trademarked approach through my book, blog, and free videos.
My Story
I’m Ashley Reid, the founder of Active Mom Fitness, and I believe exercise is a mom’s greatest tool, a lesson I learned firsthand. Despite having top fitness certifications, I found myself unsure how to stay active during pregnancy, especially with strength training. After my c-section, I needed to work through my own core and pelvic floor concerns, and I felt isolated in my search for reliable resources. As my daughter got older, I struggled to balance motherhood with fitness.
Through focus groups, I discovered a powerful shared experience: moms want to be active, but we need clear, practical guidance that addresses our unique challenges. With the backing of pelvic floor physical therapists, OB-GYNs, and moms who were desperate for support, I founded Active Mom Fitness in 2017.
The results spoke for themselves. Moms-to-be surprised themselves with how active they could be at nine months pregnant, navigating pregnancy without pain. New moms returned to exercise without fear. Moms at every stage found the confidence to work toward their fitness goals while managing pelvic floor issues, sleeping better, staying consistent with exercise, and feeling part of a community.
Since then, Active Mom Fitness has grown from a studio into an education platform. I no longer train clients in person. Instead, I share the Core, Function and Fitness® Framework I developed over years of coaching moms, so more moms can stay active through every stage of motherhood.
Why Trust My Guidance?
With 20 years in the health and fitness industry and years focused specifically on pregnancy and postpartum, I’ve built a reputation as a resource that moms, healthcare providers, and fitness professionals turn to.
ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist
Certified Pre/postnatal Advanced Wellness Practitioner
Author of Active Mom (Bloomsbury, 2026)
Founder of Active Mom Fitness, named Best Exercise Program for New & Expecting Moms four times by Philadelphia Family Magazine
Developer of ACE Fitness continuing education courses for fitness professionals
Let me help you feel strong and confident as you move through motherhood.
