Education & Work Experience
MajkenDK

 

 

Education:

2006:  L.I.S.T. Inc. Education  /  L.I.S.T. Fundamentals: 

Myofascial Release, Proper Breathing Techniques, Sequence Core and Peripheral Stability Components.

2000:  Future Fit  /  CPT: 

Personal Training incl. Anatomy, Physiology, Kinetics, Nutrition.

1995-96:  Fyn's School of Massage Therapy, Denmark  /  Physiotherapeutic Massage Therapist: 

Anatomy, Osteology, Physiology, Deep Tissue Massage Therapy incl. accute sports injuries (R.I.C.E.).

1990-93:  Aarhus Koebmandsskole, Denmark  /  E.F.G. + H.H. Graduate: 

Business & Economy incl. 3 languages.

1980-90:  Bakkeskolen, Denmark  /  Elementary + High school Graduate.

 

Groups and Associations:

2008 - current:  DABGO 

2007 - current:  Team VRC: NOW-MS Society

2005 - current:  The Stunt Players Directory

2004 - current:  Casting Networks, Los Angeles 

2002 - current:  Screen Actors Guild 

 

Work Experience:

Personal Training:

1997-current:  Independent Personal Trainer.

2005-06:  Independent and In-House Personal Trainer at "SKY SPORT & SPA", Beverly Hills, CA.

2000-04:  Independent and In-House Personal Trainer at "House of Fitness", Corona del Mar, CA.

2001-01:  Consultant and Personal Trainer at SATS, Aarhus, Denmark.

Since 1997 Majken has worked as a Personal Trainer.  She started her training career in Laguna Beach, CA.  In 2004 she left the O.C. and moved to L.A.  In 2001 she also helped launch the Personal Training service at SATS, Aarhus, Denmark, one of the leading fitness chains in the country!  She was ranked one of the Top 5 leading Personal Trainers in Denmark!  

"To push yourself physically and mentally":  With Majken's experiences and history of body transformations, from bodybuilding to fashion modeling and back to being an athlete, she is equipped with a deep understanding and knowledge of how to push the body to the extreme, and how to push through it mentally... 

Clients: Novices to Athletes:  From Majken's line of work, where appearance is so important, she knows only too well the associated pressures and sacrifices required.  This has given her a deep compassion for those with low self esteem due to their appearance.  As a result, in her training sessions with clients, she emphasizes heavily on the importance of health and balance along with always pushing her clients to their individual limits, taking into consideration their age, fitness level, goals, life style, past and/or present injuries.  Her clients range from Novices to Athletes, Models to Elders.  Her training programs can be long-term or short-term depending on individual goals.

For further information:  Please click Personal Training.

 

Modeling: 

1997-current:  Representation:

  • LA Models/Talent, LA
  • DIVA models, Denmark.

Past:  Representation:

  • KSA models - print & sports L.A.
  • San Diego Model Management
  • CLICK models, L.A.
  • BRAND models, O.C.

As a Model, Majken has landed numerous national/international print ad campaigns like NIKE, CHAMPION, MIZUNO, AVIA, EAS and KAZUO KAWASAKI. She has appeared in fashion and sports editorials all over the world and as of today graced the covers of nine Magazines.  With three TV commercials currently (2008) airing in 4 countries overseas, Majken's athletic ability and different looks have been used for national/international commercials like NIKE, AQUAFINA, CENTRUM, BUD-LIGHT, COORS-LIGHT, MICHELOB-ULTRA, AXE, VERIZON WIRELESS, CHECKERS, KHOL'S and more.

Majken is a current member of The Screen Actors Guild, S.A.G.

Portfolio_I  sports & fitness;  Portfolio_II  beauty & fashion

 

Stunts:

2005-current:  Independent Stunt Performer.

As a Stunt Performer Majken can be seen taking hits, falls, reactions etc. in e.g.: 

  • OCEAN'S 13
  • JUSTICE
  • CSI Miami
  • HOUSE
  • CHARMED
  • National/International TV Commercials 

Majken has worked with Stunt Coordinators like Jim Vickers, Noon Orsatti, Eddie Braun, John Robotham, Brent Fletcher, Tim Storms and more.

She can be found in the 7th Anniversary Edition of the Stunt Players Directory "SPD 2008", hard-copy, (incl. SPD 2006 + 2007).

Please click: Stunt - Reel to watch clips of her work.

 

Fitness Consulting: 

2007- current:  Fitness Consultant.

2007- current:  Product Testing.

Due to Majken's vast backgrounds in the fitness industry, she offers recommendations based on "real" world experiences.  Her opinions are honest and direct.  Likewise Majken is available for product testings on/off camera.  She has been approached by local as well as European companies. 

For further information:  Please click "Fitness Consulting".

 

Correspondence/Writing:

2006-07:  L.A. Correspondent to the Danish fitness magazine "Workout & Fitness, published by "Mediactive Aps", Denmark.

In 2006 Majken became the L.A. Correspondent to the Danish fitness magazine "Workout & Fitness" (now "Energia").  She delivered monthly news, tips and information from the fitness industry in L.A., incl. additional articles on fitness and training.

 

Presenter/Speaker:

2006:  Head speaker at the Danish fitness convention "Feel Good", Herning, Denmark + similar events.

Fall of 2006 Majken was invited to appear as one of the head speakers at the Danish fitness convention "Feel Good" in Herning, Denmark.  That year she took the place of world known fitness expert Paul Chek.

During Majken's 75 minute long presentation she introduced the audience to:

  • L.I.S.T. Integrated Systematic Training", by Karl List, including myofascial release, proper breathing techniques, sequence core and peripheral stability components, functions and disfunction in major joint complexes, with demonstrations.

Furthermore she discussed the subject:

  • "Personal Training in L.A.", and how to conduct business as an Independent Trainer versus an In-House Trainer on payroll.  Plus how to survive in a highly competitive business, one that can be very lucrative for the few, who get it right.  

 

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 majken@majkendk.com          Majken Poulsen          US phone 310.339.2733          DK phone +45.2769.1371          www.MajkenDK.com