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Kathy Smith

b. 1951

American exercise instructor

Personal trainer
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About Kathy Smith

Born 1951. Kathy Smith is an American personal trainer.

Kathy Smith (born December 11, 1951) is an American personal trainer who became well known for her workout videos during the late 1980s and 1990s. She has sold over 16 million workout videos since 1980. Her exercise and nutrition program Project:You! Type 2 was created in association with the American Diabetes Association as a complete lifestyle system to help manage Type 2 diabetes.

Early life Smith was born in Arizona.

Smith's fitness videos made her a multi-millionaire by her mid-thirties. She is an inductee to the Video Hall of Fame. In 1993, Kathy Smith moved her videos from Media Home Entertainment to A*Vision Entertainment's startup label BodyVision.

Personal life Smith has two daughters, Perrie and Kate. Kate is a professional runner who made the final in the 800-metre event at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.

Videography

Personal Trainer: Total Body Workout (DVD, 1999, )

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People in Kathy Smith's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kathy Smith?

American exercise instructor

When was Kathy Smith born?

Kathy Smith was born on 11 December 1951 in Arizona.

What is Kathy Smith's occupation?

Kathy Smith is a personal trainer.

What nationality is Kathy Smith?

Kathy Smith is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kathy Smith

· Wikidata: Q6377305

· DBpedia: Kathy Smith (fitness personality)

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