Meet Vanessa Hampton

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Vanessa Hampton. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Vanessa , really happy you were able to join us today and we’re looking forward to sharing your story and insights with our readers. Let’s start with the heart of it all – purpose. How did you find your purpose?

Until I was 35, I worked in the corporate world, struggling with being overweight, deeply insecure, and married to an alcoholic. I had no understanding of passion or true happiness. At my lowest point, I made the decision to take control of my eating habits. I didn’t get everything right at first, but the one thing I did right was start making choices for myself. I began going to the gym, discovering newfound determination and strength within myself. Over time, this gave me the courage to leave a toxic relationship.

As I continued focusing on my health, I lost a significant amount of weight and realized I could help others who were facing similar challenges. I obtained my personal training certification and started training clients before and after my office job. At first, I never intended to pursue personal training full time, but the gratification I felt was so fulfilling that I realized the corporate world wasn’t where I belonged.

I left my office job, sacrificing a good salary to follow my newfound passion. I worked part-time at a physical therapy clinic for a year while building my personal training business, eventually leaving the clinic as my client load grew. As my business expanded, I had to hire another trainer to help, as I couldn’t bear turning away clients. Over time, my team grew, and my belief in holistic health led me to pursue a massage therapy license, which I earned five years ago while going to night school. I expanded my team to include massage therapists as well.

In 2024, I opened B2 Wellness Suites, a community of small business wellness professionals, continuing my mission to help others. Looking back, it was through the most difficult time of my life that I found my true purpose.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I am involved in various areas of Fitness and Wellness. My primary business is BodyWell, which offers Fitness, Wellness, and Massage services. At BodyWell, we have a dedicated team of fitness professionals and massage therapists with locations in Brentwood and Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. We cater to diverse communities by offering a wide range of fitness and wellness services. Additionally, I collaborate with Magic Fit, a company that delivers fitness and wellness programs to Conference & Convention attendees as well as Corporate groups.

My latest venture is B2 Wellness Suites, located in Brentwood, Tennessee. B2 is a unique space that fosters a community for small business wellness professionals. I provide office space for wellness businesses and offer day rental meeting and classroom spaces. All our amenities are designed with wellness in mind. B2 is not just office space, but a community where we host tenant socials, promotional events, and networking opportunities. It’s also beneficial to clients and patients, as they can access a variety of trusted wellness professionals all in one location.

The B2 location in Brentwood is just the first of many, and as I continue to grow, I am learning as I go. My goal is to meet the needs of wellness professionals and support their mission while expanding to additional locations.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

I believe the key factors that helped me make significant changes in my life and pursue my passion were not letting fear control me and not allowing money to be my primary motivator. I trusted my instincts and followed what I deeply believed to be my purpose, taking the leap despite the uncertainties. I’ve remained open to adjusting what isn’t working, embracing new opportunities as they arise, and showing empathy to everyone—whether they are clients or colleagues.

Over time, I’ve learned to face challenges head-on instead of avoiding or hiding from them, always striving to be honest, even when it’s uncomfortable. As I’ve grown into who I am, I find that I can see the path ahead more clearly, recognizing what will work and what won’t.

I make it a point to learn from my mistakes and am never afraid to put in hard work, even if it means long hours. At the same time, I’m continuously working to find balance between my personal and professional life, which can be challenging when you work for yourself. I’ve come to understand that this balance looks different at various stages of the journey, and there’s strength in accepting that.

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

I am always looking for opportunities in collaboration with other health and wellness professionals. I believe we are stronger together and that if you keep an open mind, you can accomplish amazing things together that you might not have otherwise thought of. If someone is interested in connecting they can connect with me through one of my email addresses: vanessa@bodywelltn.com or b2suites@gmail.com. They can also find me on social (Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn) at bodywelltn or b2suites.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.b2suites.com; www.bodywelltn.com; www.magicfitusa.com
• Instagram: @b2suites; @bodywelltn1
• Facebook: BodyWell, B2 Wellness Suites
• Linkedin: Vanessa Hampton