Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Wedding, Your Fitness Journey - Start Here
At Bells and Barbells, we specialize in creating transformative fitness and nutrition experiences tailored specifically for brides, wives, and mothers. Since 2015, our Dallas-based team has prioritized personalized workout regimens and custom meal plans that adapt to each client's unique goals, timelines, and lifestyles. Our approach emphasizes long-term wellness over quick fixes, focusing on proper form, progressive overload, and balanced nutrition to ensure sustainable results. Under the leadership of founder Katherine Bahlburg, we integrate mental well-being resources and community support through private groups, fostering accountability and motivation.Recognizing the importance of giving back, we donate $2-$3 monthly per membership to Genesis Womens Shelter, aligning our mission with social impact. Our digital platform offers global accessibility while maintaining the personal touch of one-on-one coaching and educational content, empowering women to achieve their strongest selves for life's milestones and beyond.
Services
Personalized Workout Plans
Custom Meal Plans
Online Fitness Community
Nutrition Coaching
Private Training
Wedding Timeline Programs
Postnatal Fitness
In-Person Consultations
Meditation Sessions
Mobility Training
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We create personalized fitness and nutrition plans tailored to wedding timelines and life milestones.
- Our programs emphasize proper form, injury prevention, and sustainable lifestyle changes over quick fixes.
- Clients receive 24/7 online support and access to a community of like-minded individuals.
- We integrate mental well-being resources and educational content on nutrition and mobility.
- $2$3 monthly from each membership supports Genesis Womens Shelter, aiding domestic violence survivors.
What people say
Amazing results
Supportive community
Personalized plans
Sustainable changes
Philanthropy focus
Services
Personalized Workout Plans
Tailored fitness programs designed for individual goals, wedding timelines, or life stages. Incorporates strength training, mobility exercises, and form guidance. Ideal for brides, postnatal women, or those seeking long-term wellness. Available for home or gym settings.
Custom Meal Plans
Dietary programs adapted to dietary restrictions, preferences, and goals. Includes grocery lists, restaurant substitutions, and allergy-friendly options. Supports balanced nutrition for fat loss, muscle building, or postpartum recovery.
Online Fitness Community
Private groups for motivation, progress tracking, and shared experiences. Features live Q&A sessions, mental wellness resources, and peer support. Enhances accountability through weekly check-ins and communal challenges.
Nutrition Coaching
One-on-one guidance to refine eating habits, manage cravings, and optimize meal timing. Coaches provide monthly updates to meal plans based on progress and lifestyle changes.
Postnatal Fitness
Specialized programs for postpartum recovery and strength building. Focuses on core rehabilitation, posture correction, and adapting workouts for busy mothers' schedules.
People
Katherine Bahlburg
Owner & Founder
Katherine founded Bells and Barbells in 2015, specializing in bridal fitness and postnatal wellness. A former collegiate athlete and single mother, she combines personal experience with professional expertise to empower women through health transformations.
Questions
Do you offer programs for non-brides?
Yes! Our services cater to wives, mothers, and women at any life stage seeking fitness guidance or postnatal recovery.
Can I access programs without gym equipment?
Our workouts adapt to home settings using minimal equipment like dumbbells or resistance bands.
How does the 14-day guarantee work?
Contact us within 14 days of purchase for a full refund, minus any donations processed to Genesis Women’s Shelter.
Are meal plans vegetarian or vegan-friendly?
Yes! We offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options tailored to dietary preferences.
Do you provide workout videos?
All programs include step-by-step video demonstrations and written instructions for each exercise.
How are donations to Genesis Women’s Shelter calculated?
$2–$3 from each monthly membership directly supports Genesis Women’s Shelter for domestic violence survivors.
Reviews (6)
Jilian Grooms
May 22, 2021
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I started with B&B 8 months prior to my wedding and enjoyed the time leading up to the big day. While I didn’t hit the size 8 goal I mentally planned for, I was able to confidently try on dresses after just 3 short months, find my perfect dress and ordered a size smaller then recommended! Like most people, I had some financial struggles due to… Covid but B&B own Kat was able to work with me so I didn’t have to leave the gym and could continue my workouts. Eric was an awesome trainer and worked with my schedule and scheduling difficulties I had as we got closer to the
Alison Strain
Feb 19, 2021
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I was hesitant to sign up for a personal trainer, mostly out of fear of wasting money/not getting results - but Bells & Barbells exceeded all expectations! I've worked with Eric for the past 6 months, and my body has changed SO much since day 1. I really leaned on B&B to hold me accountable with workouts and eating healthy through the stress of wedding planning + quarantine, and they did NOT let me down. B&B helped me feel like an athlete again, gain confidence, and helped me develop healthy habits that I'll take with me even AFTER the wedding. I can't recommend B&B enough!
Kyman Caviness
Jun 26, 2019
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PERSONAL TRAINERS PLEASE AVOID :
I was recently hired and went through the on boarding process with Bells and Barbells. The job posting was for a part time position but at the interview Kat the owner said she needed someone full time and was not considering part time positions and needed someone to start immediately. Kat also told me that I could… not work elsewhere because they needed me full time, but gave me no specifics on specific hours said it could take up to 1 additional month to get to full time hours. I agreed to these terms and quit my job to give them the availability they requested
I was recently hired and went through the on boarding process with Bells and Barbells. The job posting was for a part time position but at the interview Kat the owner said she needed someone full time and was not considering part time positions and needed someone to start immediately. Kat also told me that I could… not work elsewhere because they needed me full time, but gave me no specifics on specific hours said it could take up to 1 additional month to get to full time hours. I agreed to these terms and quit my job to give them the availability they requested
Noelle Butcher
Oct 27, 2018
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Absolutely loved Bells and Barbells! The team there is absolutely amazing and took one more thing off of my plate (desperately needed) while I was busy wedding planning. Even if you know how to work out and are in shape, you can use this team. They will work you out and keep you motivated and accountable, all without having to think twice. It will be the best decision you make for yourself!
Nicole W.
Sep 11, 2018
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There is no way that I could be any happier with a personal trainer. Kat is seriously the BEST!! She really listened to my goals and helped me achieve what I wanted for my wedding day. I've never felt more beautiful! Very happy with my results and I know that there is no way I could have gotten there by myself. The program I chose with Kat was very affordable and totally worth it. Kat noted some posture issues and really helped to correct those issues and give me the tools/stretches I need to continue to always work on my posture issues. I had a previous foot injury that caused me a lot of pain
Hayley Stenger
Sep 05, 2018
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I worked out at Bells & Barbells for about 2.5 months before my wedding, and I do not regret it. I am not much for working out, but Kat and all of the trainers were always there for me. I loved working out with Monica, Daniel, and Ryan. They know their stuff and helped me so much with proper technique. Each trainer was patient and understood that I was new to everything and was working hard to learn. I have toned up like I could never have done on my own, and I cant thank B&B enough. I definitely recommend them!
