Born in Lancaster, PA, attended University in Pittsburgh, PA and have been living here for 5+ years.
Took a leave from recent coaching job in Pittsburgh to follow my dream of traveling cross country. I've worked as the Head Trainer and Assistant Wellness Coordinator for the University of Pittsburgh as well as a strength and nutrition coach at a local powerlifting gym in the North Side of Pittsburgh. Along the way I plan to do some professional networking but more than anything this is a trip for self discovery, soul searching, and connecting with people across the country.

I've been an athlete my whole life and competitive in many sports such as swimming, running, and powerlifting. I'm a complete nature lover and being active and outdoors is what feeds my soul. Some of my favorite hobbies and activities are hiking, podcasting, meditating, kayaking, rock climbing, drinking coffee.

I'm a free spirited thrill seeker that loves to live a life of adventure.

I don't drink or party much and enjoy peace and quiet.

I love learning about and meeting new people who are open minded and willing to share their life experiences.

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/elizabethbethanybeth/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Initially for my first cross country road trip (Jan-April 2018) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-Illinois- Nebraska- Colorado- Utah- Arizona- California- Oregon- Washington.

Lived in San Diego, California until October 2018 when I moved to Seattle, Washington permanently

Missing this travel experience 15months after I stationed myself here and looking for more fun and adventures!

Interests

• running
• meditation
• powerlifting
• podcasts
• hiking
• kayaking
• mindfulness
• meeting new people
• drinking coffee
• marathon running

Music, Movies, and Books

Where to begin... it varies so much! I love finding and sharing new music and I'm always looking to discover new bands and artists.
https://open.spotify.com/user/bethholmes37

I've been using Audible for long drives but recent reads have been:
Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl
A Curious Mind - Brian Grazer
The Wisdom of Insecurity- Alan Watt
Nietzsche- Rudiger Safranski
Aristotles Physics - Joe Sachs
The Alchemist- Paulo Coelho
Conscious Coaching-Brett Bartholemew

Mad Men

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Skydiving
Moved across the country

Teach, Learn, Share

CAN I BLOG HERE?!

Monday Jan 15, 2018
Wow, today has been a whirlwind. This morning I was able to get out of my lease- no penalty, thank god- in Pittsburgh leaving me with zero ties or responsibility to come back, allowing me much more freedom on this trip. Thank you all to the people on Couchsurfing for you advice, kind words, support, and hospitality in the planning of this journey. I’ll be leaving on Friday for Chicago where I’ll be seeing Liz Cooper & the Stampede at Lincoln Hall on Saturday night. Sunday I plan to train at Rockwell Barbell and meet up with a competitive powerlifter who will (hopefully be showing me some cool stuff in the area). Fingers crossed all goes to plan, but regardless, this trip is about to be an epic ride.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Passion for health and fitness
Adventure
A clean space

Countries I’ve Visited

United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States