Today we’d like to introduce you to BreAnna Wiley
Hi BreAnna, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Greetings, my name is BreAnna Wiley. Most people call me Bre or BreFit. I am originally from West Memphis, Arkansas. After finishing my high school career, I attended Southern University at New Orleans on a full academic and athletic scholarship, where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. We also won the GCAC Regular Season and Conference Championship. That was a highlight for me finishing my senior year of college as a champion and receiving my first ring.
Following my undergraduate degree, I moved home for about 5 months where I kicked off my personal training brand and business (Get Fit Wit Bre Fitness). Once it was up and running, I decided to venture to a bigger city, in which I landed in Houston in December of 2015. I initially had plans to attend the University of Houston and major in Sports Administration. However, I did not attend UH, I was accepted into the Arkansas State University Sports Administration graduate program, graduating December of 2018 with honors.
Once arriving in Houston, I focused on attending various networking events and collaborating with likeminded individuals. 2015 was when I started my career as an entrepreneur & fitness coach. I created my activewear & accessory brand BREFITACTIVE & continued to push my training brand GET FIT WIT BRE FITNESS.
Today I am a 10-year veteran in the fitness industry and currently pursuing a professional doctorates degree in public health where I am focusing on building healthier black communities and improving health outcomes of various communities.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Challenges faced were business knowledge and financial literacy starting off. I didn’t know much about LLCs, DBAs, business accounts and credits, EINs and so on. Lessons I learned where to just go for it, you learn a lot on the way. I also learned to trust in my vision and never let others shy you away from going for your dreams. I also learned that having good credit, personal and business can take you a long way.
I would say that prior to Covid, business was better. Now I feel like everyone is making up for lost time and profit.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a certified Personal Trainer, and Health & Wellness Coach. Although I am considered a fitness influencer, I also hold multiple professional degrees. I am currently completing my Doctor of Public Health degree and plan to really focus on women’s health and wellness from all aspects.
I have also worked as a marketing professional for the last 10 years, so marketing is second nature to me.
I am most known for fitness, working in professional sports, and being a part of some of the largest drink brands, such as Cellucor/C4Energy.
I am most proud of trusting the process and manifesting my dreams. Most people give up easy or when adversity comes. However, I have continued to weather the storms and keep pushing forward.
What sets me apart is that I don’t follow trends. I do what I feel is necessary in the moment/time frame.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
I am planning to open a fitness center in the next few years in my hometown, in which I have already been working on. I pray that I can receive funding and a ton of support. This would be me giving back to my community and where it all started.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwitbrefitness
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breanna-wiley-447a9b158
