Margaret Lamothe
Margaret Lamothe is a dedicated golf fitness professional specializing in performance training, strength and conditioning, and injury prevention. With a master’s degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology from the University of Florida, she honed her skills as an Olympic strength sports intern, working with nearly all UF sports teams. Her academic foundation, combined with hands-on experience in biomechanics and movement analysis, has positioned her as an expert in enhancing athletic performance through tailored training programs.
Margaret’s career journey is marked by a commitment to applying sports science in both athletic and real-world settings. She began as a wellness specialist at Volkswagen of America, where she focused on ergonomics, injury prevention, and employee wellness. Her pre-shift warm-up program reduced workplace injury rates by approximately 64% and was adopted by multiple manufacturing facilities. She later transitioned to golf-specific training, serving as a TPI Level 1-certified specialist at the Chattanooga Golf and Country Club, where she worked with golfers of all ages to improve swing mechanics, mobility, and overall fitness.
Currently based in Seattle, Margaret operates as a self-employed golf fitness trainer, creating individualized programs informed by biomechanical swing analysis and movement assessments. She is passionate about making golf fitness accessible beyond elite athletes, emphasizing longevity, coordination, and preventive health so clients can enjoy golf and physical activity well into later life. Her philosophy combines scientific rigor with practical, real-world application, ensuring that performance improvement is both safe and sustainable.
• Personal Trainer Certification
• TPI Level 1
• University of Florida - M.S.
• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)
• WISE (Women in Sports and Events)
• Volkswagen of America
• Arise Center for Athletic Development
• Chattanooga Golf and Country Club
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to continuous, practical learning and hands-on experience. Internships, applying principles from sports training to new areas like ergonomics, and maintaining a focus on measurable, impactful outcomes have all been key to my growth and achievements.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering the industry to be persistent and proactive in seeking exposure and mentorship. Careers in sports and sports performance are attainable for people from diverse backgrounds, and the absence of a clear precedent should never deter you from pursuing your goals.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field right now is increasing exposure and representation for women in sports performance, as well as expanding preventive and longevity-focused programming for both athletes and recreational players. The biggest challenge, however, is the lack of visibility and access for many potential participants and professionals, particularly women and women of color.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me are exposure, representation, and longevity. I want women of all backgrounds to know they can pursue careers in sports, even if no one before them has. I’ve often been the only woman—or only woman of color—in my programs and conferences, which drives me to create visibility and opportunities for others.
I also believe strongly in preventative health and longevity. Working with older clients to maintain endurance, coordination, and balance allows them to stay active and competitive in sports like golf well into their later years. For me, it’s about empowering people to stay engaged in physical activity for life.
Locations
Private Company
Seattle, WA 98127