Mind. Body. Balance.
Build strength, find balance, and quiet your mind with integrated training that treats body and mind as one—not separate entities.
What I Offer
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Meditation to Quiet the Mind
Find calm in the chaos and learn to be present without the struggle. Through practical, accessible meditation techniques tailored to your needs, you'll develop tools for stress relief, better sleep, improved focus, and emotional regulation—no woo-woo rituals, just guided practices that actually fit into your daily life.
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Breathwork to Still the Soul
Manage anxiety, release tension, and tap into your body's natural ability to self-regulate through targeted breathing techniques. You'll learn powerful practices designed for your specific needs—calming your nervous system, improving sleep quality, building mental clarity, or processing stored emotions—with tools you can use anytime, anywhere.
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Personal Training to Hone the Body
Build functional strength and move with confidence through personalized programs that work with your body, not against it. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a health condition, or simply want to feel more capable in daily life, you'll get training that integrates mind-body awareness with evidence-based exercise—so you build resilience that lasts beyond the gym.
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Balance Training to Steel Your Foundation
Reduce fall risk and enhance athletic performance through specialized balance work that goes beyond basic exercises. Using clinical-grade assessments and targeted training, I help you improve stability, strengthen weak points, and move with precision and control—whether you're an athlete optimizing performance, an active adult maintaining edge, or navigating age-related changes and wanting to move through life with confidence.
About Me
I'm Ri, and I believe true wellness happens when we stop treating body and mind as separate projects. As an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer with 13+ years of experience and certifications in meditation and breathwork coaching, I've worked with everyone from healthy, active adults to clients facing cancer, Parkinson's, ALS, and mental health challenges. My approach integrates strength training, balance work, breathwork, and meditation—meeting you where you are and building sustainable practices that support your whole life. I am proud to serve Maryville, TN and the greater Knoxville area!
Services
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🧘♀️ MEDITATION
Meditation doesn't have to be complicated or mystical. I offer practical meditation techniques that you can actually fit into your daily life. Whether you're brand new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, we'll explore different styles together and find what resonates with you.
Packages Available:
4-Session Pack
6-Session Pack
🫁 BREATHWORK
Your breath is the most powerful tool you have for managing stress, regulating emotions, and shifting your energy—and you carry it with you everywhere. In our breathwork sessions, you'll learn evidence-based breathing techniques designed to calm anxiety, improve focus, boost energy, or support better sleep. Whether you're dealing with chronic stress, preparing for a big moment, or simply want to feel more grounded in daily life, this practice gives you practical skills you can use anytime, anywhere. Sessions are personalized to your needs.
Packages:
4-Session Pack
6-Session Pack
8-Session Complete Foundation
💪 PERSONAL TRAINING
Movement is medicine, and every body has different needs. Personal training sessions are designed around you—your goals, your challenges, your life. Whether you're recovering from injury, managing a chronic condition, training for something specific, or just want to feel stronger and more capable in your everyday life, you'll get a customized program that meets you where you are. Sessions combine functional strength training, mobility work, and mind-body connection to help you move better, feel better, and build lasting confidence in what your body can do.
Packages:
4-Session Pack
6-Session Pack
Rather work out with friend? Buddy Training is also available.
⚖️ BALANCE ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING
Balance is about confidence, independence, and quality of life. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a neurological condition, or simply noticing that stability isn't what it used to be, specialized balance training can make a real difference. Each session begins with a comprehensive assessment using evidence-based tests to identify your specific needs, then builds a personalized program integrating strength, coordination, and mind-body awareness. This is targeted work designed to help you move through life with greater ease and less fear.
Packages:
4-Session Pack
6-Session Pack
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Want to attend sessions from home? No problem. Meditation, breathwork and personal training sessions are available virtually via Zoom. Whether you’re traveling or prefer the comfort of your own space, you’ll get the same personalized guidance and support as in-person sessions.
*Stable internet connection required for virtual sessions.
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*Special Offers for in-person sessions only.
🎉 New Client Intro
Try everything at a discounted rate!
2 Personal Training Sessions
1 Meditation Session
1 Breathwork Session
1 Quick Balance Screen & Consultation
⭐ Founding Member Special (First 25 Clients)
Lock in $50/session rate for 12 months
8-Session Package: $400
Priority booking forever
Limited time offer
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🌱 Wellness starter
Includes:
3 Personal Training Sessions
2 Meditation Sessions
1 Quick Balance Screen
💪 Mind & Body Foundation
Includes:
4 Personal Training Sessions
2 Meditation Sessions
2 Breathwork Sessions
💚Mind-Body Reset
Includes:
6 Personal Training Sessions
4 Meditation or Breathwork Sessions
✨Total Wellness
Includes:
8 Personal Training Sessions
4 Meditation Sessions
4 Breathwork Sessions
👥Buddy Wellness
Includes:
6 Personal Training Sessions
2 Buddy Meditation or Breathwork sessions
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🧘 Meditation Foundations Program (Guided Course)-
This comprehensive course gives you 40+ meditation practices across 9 different categories, from foundational mindfulness techniques to specialized practices for anxiety, sleep, emotional healing, and more. Whether you're brand new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, you'll find exactly what you need for whatever you're facing.
What’s Included:
40+ meditation practices across 9 different categories
Comprehensive PDF guide with detailed practices and instructions
Techniques for anxiety, sleep focus, emotional healing, and more
8 guided video meditation exercises
Bonus techniques for Kids
Simple Practice Checklist to guide your sessions
21-Day meditation tracker to build the habit
Quick Solutions Cheat Sheet giving you at-a-glance meditation recommendations for specific goals or problems
Bonus Mudra Guide
🌬️ Breathwork Foundations Program(Guided Course)-
Breathwork is one of the most powerful, scientifically-proven tools for managing stress, improving sleep, and regulating your nervous system. Unlike other wellness practices that require equipment, appointments, or significant time investment, breathwork is always available to you. It works immediately, costs nothing, and can be practiced anywhere—whether you're lying in bed wide awake, sitting at your desk feeling overwhelmed, or navigating a difficult life moment.
What’s Included:
8 foundational breathwork techniques
Techniques to influence your nervous system, reduce blood pressure, manage stress and anxiety, sleep better, and enhance focus
8 guided video breathwork exercises
Complete PDF guide with detailed practices and instructions
Simple Practice Checklist to guide your breathing sessions
21-day breathwork tracker to build the habit
Quick Solutions Cheat Sheet giving you at-a-glance exercise recommendations for specific goals
Bonus Mudra Guide
DIGITAL BALANCE TRAINING GUIDES:
Choose Your Program:
💪 DYNAMIC BALANCE (Ages 20-60) Performance, injury prevention, sport-specific training | 15 exercises | 4 training programs | Reduce injury risk | Prevent ACL tears & ankle sprains | Stretching exercises | Includes photo + video demonstrations + exercise program tracker & journal
❤️ BALANCE CONFIDENCE (Ages 60+) Fall prevention, home safety, 12-week progressive program 18 exercises | Build confidence | Maintain independence | Plus stretching exercises Includes photo + video demonstrations + exercise program tracker & journal
🤸 YOUTH BALANCE TRAINING (Ages 6-18) Building strong, confident movers for life | 15 exercises | Progressive difficulty | Foundation through advanced challenges | Fun and engaging Includes photo + video demonstrations + exercise program tracker & journal
🌟 COMPLETE COLLECTION (All Ages) Lifetime balance health for the whole family Dynamic Balance (20-60) | Balance Confidence (60+) | Youth Balance Training (6-18) Three comprehensive guides | Every age covered | All include photo + video demonstrations + exercise trackers/journals
*Financial hardship shouldn't be a barrier to wellness for anyone. If you're experiencing economic challenges, sliding scale pricing may be available. Let's talk about what works for you.
Self-Paced Digital Programs
Mind & Breath
Build a sustainable meditation practice and harness the power of your breath. These guided courses teach you practical techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, sleep better, and cultivate inner calm—even as a beginner.
Body & Balance
Improve stability, prevent falls, and move with confidence at any age. These comprehensive balance training program eBooks combine evidence-based assessments with progressive exercises designed for your specific life stage—from young athletes to active seniors.
Your Questions, Answered
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Meditation and breathwork give you practical tools to manage stress, improve sleep, regulate emotions, and build mental clarity. Breathwork directly influences your nervous system—helping you calm anxiety, release tension, or boost energy depending on the technique. Meditation trains your mind to be present, reducing rumination and building resilience against daily stressors. Together, they create a foundation for better physical and mental health that you can access anytime, anywhere.
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Nope—everyone starts somewhere, and beginner-friendly is built into how I teach. I'll guide you step-by-step through techniques that match your needs and experience level. No prior knowledge required. Just practical exercises that make sense for your life right now.
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No. While meditation has roots in various spiritual traditions, the practices I teach are secular and evidence-based. You don't need to adopt any belief system or philosophy—just show up and learn practical techniques for calming your mind and regulating your nervous system. Meditation is a tool, not a religion. That being said, you can certainly use meditation as a religious or spiritual practice if you wish!
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Mind wandering IS meditation. EVERYONE's mind wanders, even experienced meditators. Noticing distraction is one of the main goals of the practice. Each time you notice distraction is a win and a sign that you’re progressing.
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Book a consultation and we'll figure it out together. I'll ask about your goals, current challenges, and what drew you to seek support. From there, I can recommend whether you'd benefit most from targeted work (like balance training or breathwork), an introductory package to sample everything, or a comprehensive program. If you're still unsure after our conversation, you can always start with single sessions before committing to a package.
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Your first session starts with conversation. We'll talk about your goals, any health concerns or limitations, and what brought you in. Then we'll ease into the work—whether that's movement, breathwork, or meditation—at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I'll explain what we're doing and why, answer questions, and make adjustments based on how your body responds. You'll leave with a clear sense of how we'll work together and what to expect moving forward.
What People Are Saying
"[Rebecca] came to our house twice a week for one-hour sessions for what would be more than three and a half years, until a month before [my husband] Horace [who had been diagnosed with ALS] passed. During the first two years after beginning coaching, Horace gained weight and muscle. Our experience with having Rebecca assist Horace with maximizing his strength, range-of-motion and balance was an overwhelmingly positive one. We were very thankful that Rebecca was the person who became Horace's coach. Rebecca is professional in her coaching, positive, reflective and compassionate in her approach. She is watchful of the physical training of her clients, vigilant of safety for her clients, but also sensitive to the emotional and spiritual state of her clients."
-Carolyn King (wife of the late Horace King)
“Always active as an adult and with regular exercise habits most of my life, I never thought I was at risk for [falls]. I did have a couple of falls that I thought were simply from rushing around too much or not being careful… Boy was I shocked after I had my balance assessment by Rebecca McGhee. After going over my results with her, I signed up for a six-session training course dedicated to balance, but incorporating unique exercises to accommodate my particular issues of a bad left knee and some visual issues. What a difference it has made in my life! I had no idea how far I gradually slipped over time. I feel stronger and much steadier, although I never appreciated that I was unsteady before. I now get up from a sitting position without using my arms and I easily pop up out of bed. I am much more confident going down stairs. Prior to these classes, I had not really noticed that these had become issues. As a bonus, my knee feels incredibly improved in my daily activities due to muscle strengthening and an improved sense of balance. My back never bothers me. Importantly, my ongoing balance program only takes me 7-8 minutes a day!”
-Dr. Alan Smuckler, MD
Rooted In Community
As a member of the Community Yoga Center Board of Directors, Ri is deeply invested in building a space where movement, mindfulness, and community come together under one roof. The CYC is a gathering place for those who believe that wellness is for everyone.
It doesn’t matter if you're just beginning your wellness journey or if you've been on this path for years. If you’re in Maryville, TN or the Knoxville area, the CYC is a place where you belong.
Community Yoga Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers donation-based wellness classes and services to the wonderful people of East Tennessee.
Listen to R&R with Ri
Need a moment to breathe? R&R with Ri is a weekly guided meditation podcast designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect wherever you are. Each episode offers a space to quiet the noise and come back to yourself.
Available on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music & more
