By Kendra Hall
Across the country, more women are seeking practical guidance on navigating midlife health, hormonal changes, and sustainable wellness habits. Community-driven fitness and education experiences are stepping in to meet that need, led by professionals who combine science, movement, and lifestyle coaching into accessible support.
One of those leaders is Andrea Berlin Schwartz, a certified integrative health coach and founder of A.B.S. Wellness, who continues to expand her impact through community wellness events and movement-centered programming designed for women at every stage of life.
On March 7, 2026, Schwartz will bring her expertise to the Leadership and Awards Brunch Experience in Philadelphia, where she will be recognized for her work advancing women’s wellness and community health. The event, hosted by Droppin’ Jewelz LLC in support of Jewelz Foundation Inc., brings together leaders across industries to celebrate impact while supporting youth leadership and emotional literacy initiatives.
With more than three decades in the fitness and wellness field, Schwartz has built a reputation for helping women strengthen their bodies, regulate energy, and create routines that support long-term health. Her work focuses on a holistic model that blends physical movement, mindset development, nutrition awareness, and sustainable daily habits.
Andrea Berlin Schwartz, a certified integrative health coach and founder of A.B.S. Wellness
“Women often feel like they have to start over when their bodies change,” Schwartz says. “In reality, they need guidance that honors where they are and supports where they want to go.”
A.B.S. Wellness was created as a lifestyle platform to support women through midlife transitions, with emphasis on strength training, metabolism support, hormone awareness, and functional movement. The approach is grounded in practical, evidence-based strategies designed to fit into real schedules and real lives.
Schwartz holds multiple professional certifications, including Certified Integrative Health Coach, ACE Certified Health Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutrition Specialist, Group Fitness Instructor, and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200). Her programming reflects a layered approach that integrates structured fitness, mindful movement, and lifestyle coaching to help individuals build habits they can sustain.
Her expertise has been featured in national and digital publications including Oxygen Magazine, Fitness Magazine, and Best Holistic Life Magazine, where her work contributes to broader conversations around aging, strength, prevention, and women’s health.
Beyond media recognition, Schwartz remains active in community wellness initiatives. She regularly leads fitness warm-ups, movement sessions, and educational experiences at local gatherings where participants can learn practical tools for improving energy, confidence, and physical resilience.
“These spaces matter,” Schwartz explains. “When movement happens in community, people feel supported. They feel seen. That changes how they show up for themselves.”
At the March Leadership and Awards Brunch Experience, guests will engage in a three-course plated brunch, leadership recognition, and curated networking designed to connect purpose-driven professionals. Schwartz’s presence reflects the event’s emphasis on leaders whose work strengthens families, communities, and future generations.
The programming mirrors a broader shift in the wellness industry. Instead of short-term fitness goals, more professionals are emphasizing long-term functionality, mental clarity, and daily lifestyle habits that improve quality of life.
Community-based health leaders note that many women navigating midlife face gaps in support, particularly when it comes to understanding hormone shifts, strength training needs, and stress management. Accessible programming led by trained professionals helps close that gap.
Schwartz’s work also centers mentorship and intergenerational impact. As a mother of three and long-time wellness advocate, she integrates education, role modeling, and self-care principles into her outreach. Her goal is to equip women with tools they can carry into their families, workplaces, and communities.
“Strength isn’t just physical,” she says. “It’s how we think, how we care for ourselves, and how we guide the next generation.”
Her mission continues to focus on helping women feel energized, capable, and confident in their bodies. Through A.B.S. Wellness and ongoing community engagement, Schwartz remains committed to expanding access to practical health education and movement-based support.
The Leadership and Awards Brunch Experience on March 7 serves as both celebration and catalyst — recognizing leaders like Schwartz while raising funds to support youth programming through Jewelz Foundation Inc.
For women seeking structured guidance, supportive environments, and meaningful connection, events like these create space for leadership, wellness, and community to meet.
“People don’t need perfection,” Schwartz says. “They need support, knowledge, and a space where they can start moving forward.”
