About The Founder,
Dr. Christina Collins
Dr. Christina Collins is the Founder and Franchisor of NeverStopMoving365, an educator, professor, keynote speaker, and nationally recognized advocate for youth physical activity. A proud boy mom of two, firefighter wife, vegetarian, and ultra-endurance athlete, Dr. Collins leads both personally and professionally by promoting healthy, active lifestyles.
Dr. Collins earned her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Manhattanville University, where her research explored elementary physical education teachers' perceptions of light physical activity and its role in fostering physical literacy. She also holds a Master of Sports Science from the United States Sports Academy with a concentration in Personal Training, completed more than 60 graduate credits in Psychology with an emphasis on behavior change and growth mindset, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a minor in Psychology and a Health Education endorsement while competing as a collegiate volleyball player.
As the Founder and Franchisor of NeverStopMoving365, Dr. Collins has developed a nationally expanding youth fitness franchise dedicated to empowering children and families through movement-based programming. She also serves as a professor in the MAT Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy program at Manhattanville University and is a board member of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit The Race Collective, Inc., which creates youth-only endurance events that encourage healthy, active lifestyles and build confidence through sport.
A lifelong learner and movement professional, Dr. Collins has been an American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Group Fitness Instructor for more than a decade. She is also a certified Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Running Coach, certified Life Coach, Schwinn Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor, SurfSet Fitness Trainer, and Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Certified Instructor. Her diverse credentials reflect her commitment to making movement accessible, enjoyable, and impactful for individuals of all ages.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Collins enjoys ultramarathons, marathons, triathlons and Half-Ironman races, obstacle course racing, weightlifting and athletic conditioning, cycling, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing (Belay Certified), yoga, reading, and spending time outdoors with her family. She believes movement is one of life's greatest gifts and strives to lead by example through an active, purpose-driven lifestyle.
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Whether teaching in the classroom, presenting on national stages, mentoring future educators, or growing NeverStopMoving365 across the country, Dr. Collins remains committed to one mission: helping children build confidence through movement while creating healthier communities for generations to come.