Emily Wester

I grew up in team sports, mostly volleyball and track. After college I became a 911 dispatcher and EMT, then a paramedic. Carrying patients and equipment showed me I was not strong enough for the job. I tried a friend's program and saw strength gains, but confidence and body composition still lagged.

Paramedic school stress and long shifts took fitness off the table until my wedding photos became the tipping point. I knew I needed a real change. I fell back in love with training, chased mud runs, a half marathon, and weightlifting goals, and wanted to help people proactively instead of reactively on an ambulance.

Mike and I opened Legendary to give our community space and practical fitness education. I help members find where to start and keep going.