Sarah Hannah Gomez

Location

Tucson, AZ

School

University of Arizona, Simmons University

Expertise

Fitness, wellness, media

Hannah has been a group fitness instructor since 2015 and has more than ten certifications in myriad modalities including Pilates, indoor cycling, and TRX.
Hannah is a chameleon, comfortable working and communicating in a variety of environments, from low- and high-income communities, formal and informal education, with people aged 6 months to 106 years, and in fields including family development, crime diversion, antiracism training, retail, book publishing, and more.
Hannah reads more than 120 books a year across genres, including science, history, fantasy, thriller, art, poetry, romance, and more.

Experience

Sarah Hannah Gómez is a Tucson-based writer and editor. Never one for team sports, she was a swimmer and ballet folklórico (traditional Mexican dance) dancer growing up. In her twenties, she discovered group fitness and never looked back. An avid reader, she received an MA in history and critical theory of children's literature in 2013 and is close to completing a doctorate in the same.

Education

Hannah has a master's degree in library and information science, making her an expert at search strategies and analysis of research. Pilates certification alone was a 500-hour intensive process involving formal anatomy and body mechanics education in addition to practical work, and her other certifications make up another 100+ hours of education.

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Stories By Sarah Hannah Gomez

Health

Health Sarah Hannah Gomez

What Is Keratosis Pilaris, And Can You Get Rid Of It?

Ever gotten the goosebumps when it's not cold outside? You may have keratosis pilaris, commonly known as chicken skin. What exactly is keratosis pilaris?
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Dietary Essentials

Dietary Essentials Sarah Hannah Gomez

The Big Difference Between Table And Sea Salt

Too much salt can make you thirsty, while too little can leave a dish lacking in flavor. What looks like a generic pile of granules is anything but simple.
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Swimming

Swimming Sarah Hannah Gomez

Everything You Need To Know About Swim-In-Place Pools

What's the deal with swim-in-place, or stationary, pools? Dive in and find out
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Fitness

Fitness Sarah Hannah Gomez

Mistakes You're Making With Resistance Bands

There are ways you can misuse a resistance band. And just like with a machine at the gym, proper usage is key to avoid injury and to get the best results.
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Health

Health Sarah Hannah Gomez

Is It Possible To Sweat Your Toxins Out?

Many fitness and wellness fads invoke the buzzword "toxins," but can you really sweat out the harmful stuff in your body?
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Health

Health Sarah Hannah Gomez

Never Share Your Earbuds With Someone Else. Here's Why

Setting aside the impracticality of sharing a single pair of earbuds, this is an unsanitary practice that you should not engage in anymore. Here's why.
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Sleep

Sleep Sarah Hannah Gomez

When You Sleep With The Light On, Here's What Happens To Your Body

Can't imagine sleeping without a nightlight or at least some sort of illumination? Here's a look at why you may want to reconsider.
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