Adding to her credibility, Ms. Thornton is the author of her regularly published LinkedIn newsletter, “Get Fit for Golf: Golf Fitness Tips.”
CAVE CREEK, AZ, December 13, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ — Janis Thornton, MS, has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Thornton is an experienced and tenured fitness professional who has focused her career on helping clients enjoy wellness through golf. As the president and chief executive officer at Janis Thornton – JT Fitness and Golf LLC, she serves as an online personal trainer and fitness consultant, catering to those interested in golf fitness. Based in Cave Creek, Arizona, Ms. Thornton’s business focuses on providing clients with the necessary tools to enhance their self-confidence and well-being while boosting their flexibility, strength, mobility, and balance, regardless of age. Determined to spread the message that aging backward is possible, she stresses that fitness does not have to be a scary or complicated task and can always be modified to fit the individual’s unique needs. Looking toward the future, Ms. Thornton aims to help thousands of people improve their bodies and confidence through golf and age gracefully.
Having over 25 years of health care experience, Ms. Thornton has used her abilities to help others through her personal training business. As an avid golfer for over two decades, she also carries a single-digit handicap. She wanted to combine her passion by catering to those who engage in golf and draw a sense of satisfaction in leveraging what they love, to gain results. As part of her responsibilities, Ms. Thornton creates customized workout plans for clients. She also manages her company’s sales, marketing, and billing operations. Adding to her credibility, Ms. Thornton is the author of her regularly published LinkedIn newsletter, “Get Fit for Golf: Golf Fitness Tips.”
Before becoming a personal trainer, Ms. Thornton spent 10 years in the cardiac rehabilitation industry as an exercise physiologist before transitioning into pharmaceutical sales between 2001 and 2016 for various organizations, such as Novartis, InVentiv Health Commercial, and Takeda.
As a dedicated civil advocate, Ms. Thornton has been affiliated with the Homeless Engagement Lift Partnership (HELP) nonprofit organization. Based in Phoenix, HELP is centered around restoring dignity and hope for the homeless community.
Ms. Thornton graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science in physical education in 1990 on the Eau Claire campus and a Master of Science in exercise physiology in 1992 on the La Crosse campus. She is highly qualified in her field and holds credentials as a certified personal trainer through The American Council of Exercise, Golf Fitness Specialists with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Titleist Performance Institute and Golf Digest. Additionally, Ms. Thornton is active in her professional community with Fore Business, a Golfing Networking Group.
In light of her success, Ms. Thornton has been featured in several Vimeos and YouTube videos. She was also featured on different podcasts with “Those Weekend Golf Guys” Podcast on episode 166 of season two, The 19th Hole, and Joey Pinz. Ms. Thornton was also highlighted with Phoenix Finds.
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