Jasmin defensor

Jasmin Defensor

Manager / Trainer / Licensed Therapist

Aira Fitness - Fox Lake (The Pod), Grayslake, Richmond, Wonder Lake

Ready to Transform Your Life? I Was—And I Did.

Before I discovered HIIT-style training, I was living with chronic neck and back pain, weighed 220 pounds, and struggled with skin issues and low energy. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, I understood the body—but my food choices and lifestyle weren’t fueling my sessions or my future.

That all changed when I found the right coach and committed to mastering the habits that lead to real, lasting change.

Since 2013, I’ve lost over 70 pounds, kept the weight off, and rebuilt my body—even after three abdominal surgeries that required six weeks of bed rest each. I’ve gone from pain to performance, and from confusion to clarity about how to thrive in every area of life.

Today, I teach others how to do the same.

My Approach: The Six Matters of Thriving

I offer a comprehensive wellness system that empowers you to take charge of your body, mindset, and life. My method is rooted in what I call The Six Matters of Thriving:

Physical – Fitness training, HIIT, recovery, massage therapy

Cognitive – Mindset coaching, focus, energy management

Environmental – Creating spaces that support wellness

Financial – Investing in your health and longevity

Social – Building a supportive, like-minded community

Spiritual – Aligning purpose with practice

This isn’t just about losing weight—it’s about transforming your entire lifestyle.

What You Can Expect

✅ Personalized coaching

✅ High-intensity training programs (HIIT5)

✅ Nutrition guidance with a focus on nutrient density, hydration, and protein

✅ Full-body wellness support—from fitness to massage therapy

✅ A no-excuses accountability system using measurable results

If you’re ready to stop using food as a reward, start building muscle, and finally feel strong, clear, and confident, I’ve got the roadmap—and I walk it daily with my family and clients.

Credentials That Back It Up

Licensed Massage Therapist (since 2012)

Fitness Instructor (since 2014)

Public Speaker (since 2015)

Completely Alcohol-Free (2018–2023)

Mother of Two

Functional Medicine & Marketing Consultant (2018–2020)

International Certified Wellness Coach (since 2020)

Published Writer – Divine Women in Business (2021)

Founder – Matters of Thriving Inc. (2022)

National Coach – Culture for Good (#12 Ranking)

Aira Fitness Northern Illinois – Launch 2024

Rapid Weight Loss by HIIT5

Let’s Say Goodbye to Excuses

If you’re ready to commit, I’ll bring the tools, the coaching, and the energy. All I ask is that you bring your decision.

📏 Measuring tape.

📅 Calendar.

📲 Accountability.

It’s time to get results.

Contact Jasmin at:
(847) 766-7362
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