How I Got Here
My Mission
When that voice creeps back into my head, there’s one thought that always keeps me going. It’s when I remember WHY I started on this journey. You know what that “why” is for me?
It’s you.
My mission is to help that little voice in your head fade away too. For you to whisper to yourself when you are on the verge of giving up, “Actually, I can.”
This is the moment that you will discover that the person you thought you were is no match for the person you actually are, & not even close to the person you are about to become.
I believe that we are all capable of extraordinary things. I am committed to supporting & empowering people of all walks of life to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Through my training programs, fitness challenges & meal plans, my goal is to unlock your true potential, so that you can achieve the body & goals of your dreams.
I’m not here to just change the scale…I’m here to help change your life!
The biggest challenge isn’t the ache in your lungs or the burning in your legs. It’s the voice in your head telling you, “I can’t.”
My Story
Athletics have been the biggest part of my life since I can remember. I grew up playing soccer, basketball & track. I eventually went on to compete as a D1 hurdler & heptathlete for the University of Oregon.
Unfortunately, my experience as a collegiate athlete was incredibly disappointing. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy, but I didn’t expect it to destroy my self esteem & love for my sport.
For the first time in my life, I dreaded going to practice. I was treated like I wasn’t enough, so I started to believe I wasn’t enough…I wasn’t fast enough, I wasn’t strong enough, I wasn’t small enough, I wasn’t good enough. After being told by my coach that I needed to lose weight without given any guidance on how to do so in a healthy way, I developed an eating disorder & I eventually quit the team.
Still to this day, it was probably the hardest decision I have ever made because it completely changed the trajectory of my life. Even though I was at my rock bottom, I still respected myself enough to walk away from something that was no longer serving me. I am proud of myself for that.
It felt like I had lost my identity when I hung up my spikes for good. I had dedicated my entire life to my sport & it all ended so abruptly & horribly. I was convinced that the only way for me to move on was to lose my identity as an athlete entirely. I was ashamed & I wanted to lose the obvious symbol that defined me as an athlete…my muscles.
When I started to feel my body change & my muscles weaken, my strength in every part of me began to fade, too. I was losing my confidence, my excitement for life…my joy. I was diminishing with every meal I flushed down the toilet.
The moment I picked up a heavy weight again was the moment I knew that fitness, for me, was about SO much more that just working out & looking or performing a certain way. With every rep that day, I literally felt myself come back to me. I knew, right then, that it was my calling to help others overcome their own battles with their bodies.
Looking back, I am 100% certain that it was all meant to be. I will forever be grateful for my unfortunate experience as a collegiate athlete.
If it wasn’t for it, I would have never discovered that my true passion is not for winning races, but for helping others win the best version of themselves through health & fitness.
As a senior in college, I began to showcase my healthy lifestyle on social media to help motivate & educate others on how to create healthier relationships with food & fitness. As a full time student, while working 2 jobs, I became a personal trainer & launched my online health & fitness business. CPT Fit co. was just a little passion project. At the time, I had zero intentions of turning it into my career. I graduated with a degree in Advertising, moved across the country by myself for my first big gig, & created online training programs as a side hustle.
One thing lead to another & less than a year later I did what I never thought possible & quit my corporate job to pursue CPT Fit co. as my full-time career. Since then, I have launched my CPT Fit App, my apparel brand, my Waffly Fit Cookbook, & my nutrition coaching business.
It’s easy in life to blame others or obstacles for our lack of success. However, in reality, no one else is responsible for your success, your failures or your happiness other than yourself. YOU are in control. My favorite quote by William Ernest Henly says, “We are the masters of our own fate & the captains of our souls.” You can sit in your little boat & let the currents of life aimlessly push you, or you can choose to take action, set your sights on what you really want, plot your course towards it & attain your goals. Figure out what truly ignites your fire & set sail fearlessly towards it.
I hope that you choose to go after what you truly want in this life. I hope that you are not here on my website now because you want to look a certain way for someone else. Being healthy is NOT just about looking physically fit. It’s about being emotionally & mentally healthy, too. This is your unique journey & YOU must learn to love the reflection in the mirror before you can fully love anyone else.
If you are reading this now, I cannot thank you enough for being here. If you are struggling & need some guidance when it comes to your health & fitness journey, you are not alone. I see you & I’ve got you! Learn more about how I can help you with my CPT Fit App today!
What Fuels Me
Besides waffles, whipped cream & protein coffee of course…
The Great Outdoors
Skiing, hiking, trail running, chasing waterfalls & basically anything that will reward me with an amazing view with no cell reception is my jam! I grew up in the Oregon mountains & they will always feel like home.
Cooking
Food is meant to fuel your body, but it should be fun & fantastic tasting too! I love creating nutritious & delicious recipes that make it easy to live a healthy lifestyle & enjoy it, too! Check out my Recipe, Macro & Nutrition Guides HERE!
Traveling
I lived & travelled in my van for almost 3 years because I am set on experiencing as much of this breathtaking world as I possibly can. There are SO many places left on my list & I’m going to attempt to see them all!
Why “CPT?”
It’s a cool coincidence that my initials, “CPT” (Claire Pamela Thomas) also stand for “Certified Personal Trainer.” However, I like to call it fate that these initials are also the abbreviation for the word, “Captain.” This is the reason I named my business CPT Fit co.
To be captain is no easy task. It’s not about how much talent or skill you have — it’s about how hard you’re willing to work. A captain leads by example, treats others with respect and expects nothing in return. A captain demands the absolute best because a captain never settles. Never makes excuses. Never cuts corners. Never asks “Why me?” To be captain means to be tough. To be disciplined. To be confident. A captain does not fear failure, but learns, grows and becomes stronger because of it. A captain shows up early and stays late. A captain sees every obstacle as a new opportunity. A captain rises by lifting others.
Growing up as an athlete, I worked incredibly hard to become the Captain of each of my teams. I strived to be a positive example and a strong leader — always. Letting my teammates down was never an option for me, and I will continue to carry that mentality with me for the rest of my life.
I no longer play sports, but I still view my life as a game or race. I prepare & practice so that I can perform my best in everything I do. I see you as my teammate. We’re in this big, scary, exciting game of life together! You win, I win. You lose I lose. You support me. I support you. I want us all be our very best, because when we are, this world is a better place.
Let me help guide you through your fitness journey. Learn more about everything I offer in my CPT Fit App today!
