Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling in her office with coaching certifications in the background.

Meet Carol

My personal journey took a bold new turn in 2021. Building on over 35 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, I followed a calling to become a small business owner, determined to share one vital message: Wellness Matters.


Since the beginning, I've believed that how you show up for yourself starts with intention. Every year, I choose one word to guide how I move through my business and my life — Take-Charge, Expansion, Growth, Grateful, Focus, Strong. Each word has been a stepping stone, and together they tell the story of someone who has lived this journey, not just talked about it.


I share this with you because every day I'm reminded that we all begin from our own starting point. Whether you're moving through a new season, reclaiming your balance, making your health and wellness a priority, or finding your voice again, I want you to know: you are not alone.


I know true progress starts with clarity. This is your moment to clear the noise and move your well-being to the top of the list — no quick fixes, no perfect plan, just honest steps forward.



Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling in her office with coaching certifications in the background.

Meet Carol

My personal journey took a bold new turn in 2021. Building on over 35 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, I followed a calling to become a small business owner, determined to share one vital message: Wellness Matters.


Since the beginning, I've believed that how you show up for yourself starts with intention. Every year, I choose one word to guide how I move through my business and my life — Take-Charge, Expansion, Growth, Grateful, Focus, Strong. Each word has been a stepping stone, and together they tell the story of someone who has lived this journey, not just talked about it.


I share this with you because every day I'm reminded that we all begin from our own starting point. Whether you're moving through a new season, reclaiming your balance, making your health and wellness a priority, or finding your voice again, I want you to know: you are not alone.


I know true progress starts with clarity. This is your moment to clear the noise and move your well-being to the top of the list — no quick fixes, no perfect plan, just honest steps forward.



Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling in her office with coaching certifications in the background.

Meet Carol

My personal journey took a bold new turn in 2021. Building on over 35 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, I followed a calling to become a small business owner, determined to share one vital message: Wellness Matters.


Since the beginning, I've believed that how you show up for yourself starts with intention. Every year, I choose one word to guide how I move through my business and my life — Take-Charge, Expansion, Growth, Grateful, Focus, Strong. Each word has been a stepping stone, and together they tell the story of someone who has lived this journey, not just talked about it.


I share this with you because every day I'm reminded that we all begin from our own starting point. Whether you're moving through a new season, reclaiming your balance, making your health and wellness a priority, or finding your voice again, I want you to know: you are not alone.


I know true progress starts with clarity. This is your moment to clear the noise and move your well-being to the top of the list — no quick fixes, no perfect plan, just honest steps forward.



Thirty-Five Years of Real Experience

After 35 years, I've learned one thing above everything else: real change happens when it's grounded in what is true for you, not in what the industry says should work. I've spent my career moving past trends and shortcuts to help you build something that actually lasts.


My work isn't about a one-size-fits-all approach. It's about helping you build a life that feels honest, grounded, and completely yours — one real, intentional step at a time.

Thirty-Five Years of Real Experience

After 35 years, I've learned one thing above everything else: real change happens when it's grounded in what is true for you, not in what the industry says should work. I've spent my career moving past trends and shortcuts to help you build something that actually lasts.


My work isn't about a one-size-fits-all approach. It's about helping you build a life that feels honest, grounded, and completely yours — one real, intentional step at a time.

Thirty-Five Years of Real Experience

After 35 years, I've learned one thing above everything else: real change happens when it's grounded in what is true for you, not in what the industry says should work. I've spent my career moving past trends and shortcuts to help you build something that actually lasts.


My work isn't about a one-size-fits-all approach. It's about helping you build a life that feels honest, grounded, and completely yours — one real, intentional step at a time.

Certifications

My work is rooted in:

Certified Life Coach

Certified Life Coach Institute

  • CLCI Master Certified Life Coach

International Coaching Federation

  • Associate Certified Coach (ACC) - In Progress

  • ICF Member

Certified Instructor

PHI Pilates

  • Pilates Reformer

  • Pilates Mat I & II

Tai Chi Education

  • Dr. Paul Lam, Tai Chi for Health

Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Stretching & Flexibility Coach

American Council on Exercise

  • Personal Training

  • Functional Training Specialist

Certifications

My work is rooted in:

Certified Life Coach

Certified Life Coach Institute

  • CLCI Master Certified Life Coach

International Coaching Federation

  • Associate Certified Coach (ACC) - In Progress

  • ICF Member

Certified Instructor

PHI Pilates

  • Pilates Reformer

  • Pilates Mat I & II

Tai Chi Education

  • Dr. Paul Lam, Tai Chi for Health

Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Stretching & Flexibility Coach

American Council on Exercise

  • Personal Training

  • Functional Training Specialist

Certifications

My work is rooted in:

Certified Life Coach

Certified Life Coach Institute

  • CLCI Master Certified Life Coach

International Coaching Federation

  • Associate Certified Coach (ACC) - In Progress

  • ICF Member

Certified Instructor

PHI Pilates

  • Pilates Reformer

  • Pilates Mat I & II

Tai Chi Education

  • Dr. Paul Lam, Tai Chi for Health

Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Stretching & Flexibility Coach

American Council on Exercise

  • Personal Training

  • Functional Training Specialist

My Philosophy on Health & Wellness

MOVE. THRIVE. LIVE WELL.

Move

A Whole-Body Approach to Living

Thrive

Growing, Shifting and Becoming More

Live well

Embracing Where You Are Right Now

My Philosophy on Health & Wellness

MOVE. THRIVE. LIVE WELL.

Move

A Whole-Body Approach to Living

Thrive

Growing, Shifting and Becoming More

Live well

Embracing Where You Are Right Now

My Philosophy on Health & Wellness

MOVE. THRIVE. LIVE WELL.

Move

A Whole-Body Approach to Living

Thrive

Growing, Shifting and Becoming More

Live well

Embracing Where You Are Right Now

A Little More About Me

Outside of Wellness Matters, I enjoy spending quality time with my family. You'll often find me gardening or simply relaxing on my front porch, watching the creek flow by — it's where I find my best thinking.

I live what I share. That looks like drinking plenty of water, moving my body in ways that feel good, Tai Chi, active movement, and light strength work.

At 73 keeping myself strong and balanced isn't a goal, it's a commitment, and so is listening to my inner voice, allowing myself to rest, breathe, and relax without guilt. That is my starting point, my path, my way.

Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling while hiking on a scenic trail, embracing wellness and balance.

A Little More About Me

Outside of Wellness Matters, I enjoy spending quality time with my family. You'll often find me gardening or simply relaxing on my front porch, watching the creek flow by — it's where I find my best thinking.

I live what I share. That looks like drinking plenty of water, moving my body in ways that feel good, Tai Chi, active movement, and light strength work.

At 73 keeping myself strong and balanced isn't a goal, it's a commitment, and so is listening to my inner voice, allowing myself to rest, breathe, and relax without guilt. That is my starting point, my path, my way.

Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling while hiking on a scenic trail, embracing wellness and balance.

A Little More About Me

Outside of Wellness Matters, I enjoy spending quality time with my family. You'll often find me gardening or simply relaxing on my front porch, watching the creek flow by — it's where I find my best thinking.

I live what I share. That looks like drinking plenty of water, moving my body in ways that feel good, Tai Chi, active movement, and light strength work.

At 73 keeping myself strong and balanced isn't a goal, it's a commitment, and so is listening to my inner voice, allowing myself to rest, breathe, and relax without guilt. That is my starting point, my path, my way.

Carol Bruce, founder of Wellness Matters, smiling while hiking on a scenic trail, embracing wellness and balance.

This is your starting point.

This is your starting point.

This is your starting point.