Rising Stars: Meet Albina Katsman

Today we’d like to introduce you to Albina Katsman.

Hi Albina, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I was born in Ukraine and raised in Chicago, but now call Los Angeles home. Throughout high school, I excelled at multitasking – participating in school plays, playing tennis, and volunteering at a Jewish children’s center on weekends. My love of sports led me to discover my passion for fitness in a workout class at my local college gym. I enjoyed the sense of community and teamwork that came with working out with a group of people who shared similar goals.

Inspired by this experience, I began my career as a fitness instructor by teaching Zumba classes at my college gym. I later stumbled upon pilates and after a few years, received my Advanced Certification in Lagree Fitness to expand my knowledge and skills in the field. After years of training with some of the best instructors in Los Angeles, the pandemic hit and I took my entire business online.

I founded BodyByBina, a virtual platform with over 250+ classes of ON DEMAND and LIVE Pilates and Strength Training sessions, which provide actual results while only lasting 30-45 minutes. BodyByBina helps us, everyday people, get the sweat they need through at-home workouts that feel like you’re working out with your best friends.

BodyByBina has now transformed into something much greater than I can imagine with paying subscribers, one-on-one private sessions, and IRL classes as well! We are further moving into the wellness and mindfulness community with the launch of something new coming winter of 2023.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
One of the most challenging aspects of my business currently a fitness instructor is keeping up with the changing landscape of the industry. Prior to the pandemic, most workouts took place in studios or gyms, but the shift to remote workouts has been a major shift for instructors to navigate. Now, we are in a hybrid situation where people can work out from anywhere, but this can be difficult for instructors to adapt to. It’s a great opportunity for clients to have more flexibility, but it’s also a new challenge for instructors to manage.

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?
Fitness has always been a love and NECESSITY of mine, but what I truly love is helping people change their lives. There is no better feeling than seeing my clients and subscribers test themselves mentally and emotionally and to witness their growth daily. But, what I feel the fitness industry is still lacking is the belief that growth starts within oneself rather than from the physicality.

As my brand also grows, I am determining that there is space in the wellness community that may not include so much of fitness as much as mindfulness, which is why I am expanding BodyByBina to Beyond.

What is Beyond?
We’re taking health & wellness BEYOND the body.

Your virtual subscription box of health and wellness goodies that you can access anywhere.

Membership includes:
Workout sessions (ON DEMAND or LIVE or BOTH) depending on the purchased package.

Monthly Deliverables:
Meditations, recipes, beverage & meal recipes, webinars & workshops led by Health & Wellness Experts, and exclusive community access to connect with other like-minded health & wellness individuals.

Contact Info:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: bodybybina

Image Credits
@ryllecreative