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Davida Pantuso
Fit After Pink Founder
In 2017, Davida Pantuso, the founder of Fit After Pink, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Before her diagnosis, she was an active person who loved to run, hike, bike, and practice yoga. When faced with treatment, she wondered how it would affect her fitness routine. Thankfully, her doctor encouraged her to keep exercising with the words, “Exercise is Medicine.”
However, after reaching out to a yoga studio for help, Davida was shocked to learn that she was told she could not attend due to the perceived toxicity of her treatment. This moment was heartbreaking, but it planted the seed for what would become Fit After Pink—a fitness company specifically designed for breast cancer survivors.
Through countless conversations with survivors, Davida realized there was a huge gap in fitness programs specifically catered to the needs of those recovering from cancer treatments.
Fit After Pink is on a mission to fill this gap by providing tailored fitness programs, expert instructors, and a strong sense of community for survivors.
During our first year, we will offer three types of fitness programs: a strength program, a Nordic walking club, and a running club. Our goal is to expand our offerings so each breast cancer survivor can find an activity that interests them. Stay tuned for future programs!
If you are a breast cancer survivor, we welcome you to join our community!
Fit After Pink is proud that each of our trainers has gone above and beyond. In addition to holding traditional certifications, our trainers all have their Cancer Exercise Trainer Certification! This certification was developed by the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Cancer Society. As a result of having this training, our instructors understand the toll that cancer treatment has on the body, and they are able to modify exercises to meet the needs for each individual. At Fit After Pink, we know that each person has a different definition for fit. The Cancer Exercise Trainer Certification allows our instructors to help each member to ‘Find Their Fit’!
Running Coach and Nordic Walking Instructor
Certified UESCA & RRCA Level I Running Coach
Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist, CETI
Certified Urban Poling Instructor
Physical activity was a big part of Davida’s life prior to her breast cancer diagnosis, and it was an important part of her recovery. She was shocked to learn that, despite the numerous benefits that regular physical activity has for breast cancer survivors, survivors are less likely to be active compared to the general population. Davida is on a mission to change this. She founded Fit After Pink so breast cancer survivors in the Akron area would have access to fitness programs that are safe, engaging, and empowering. A key component to Fit After Pink is building a community where survivors thrive and flourish.
Running Coach
Certified RRCA Level I Running Coach
Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist, ACSM
In my practice, I’ve worked with many women who struggle to return to exercise after treatment. I’ve seen firsthand how challenging that transition can be, but I also know the immense benefits that movement and exercise have on overall health- both physically and mentally.
As someone who loves running and exercise, I feel it has helped me in countless ways, from improving my physical health to providing a sense of joy, accomplishment, and clarity. Fit After Pink’s mission aligns perfectly with this, and I’m excited to support women on their journey back to strength and confidence.
Running Coach
Certified RRCA Level I Running Coach
As a 7-year breast cancer survivor, I now want give back to the breast cancer community and help other survivors get their fitness back after cancer or even to help them begin a fitness journey if there wasn’t one before their diagnosis. I want to support other women to feel good about themselves, and being a part of Fit After Pink will do it! I’m so excited for it!
Phase I Strength After Breast Cancer® Provider
Physical Therapist
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Certified Strength After Breast Cancer Instructor ®
Certified Urban Poling Instructor
Phase I of our Strength After Breast Cancer ® program is led by Ellen Walker. Ellen is a ten-year breast cancer survivor who has 30+ years of experience as a physical therapist.
When Ellen isn’t busy helping breast cancer survivors you can find her running or practicing Hapkido, a Korean martial art focused on self-defense and self-discipline.
By creating a safe space, using the most current exercise science, and tailoring activities, survivors gain confidence and skills to live an active life.
Classes taught by instructors who have the Cancer Exercise Trainer Certification
Fitness classes designed specifically for breast cancer survivors
Opportunities to connect with survivors on social media, coaching services, and more
We’re excited to announce that our founder, Davida, and certified Strength After Breast Cancer Instructor, Ellen, are featured on episodes of Second Base Podcast, where they discuss how Fit After Pink is transforming lives through movement and community support for breast cancer patients and survivors.
Community partnerships are vital to ensuring that Fit After Pink members reach their fitness, health, and wellness goals. We invite you to become a valued partner in our mission, and together, we can create a stronger, more resilient community.
Community partnerships are vital to ensuring that Fit After Pink members reach their fitness, health, and wellness goals. We invite you to become a valued partner in our mission, and together, we can create a stronger, more resilient community.
