Dawn McCormick graduated from Cornell College in 2002 with a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, with a fitness emphasis, and a minor in Biology. She holds certifications though the National Strength & Conditioning Association (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist), the American College of Sports Medicine (Health/Fitness Specialist), is a Balanced Body Pilates Reformer & Mat Instructor, and is YogaFit Level 1 trained. She is actively pursuing additional education and training all the time as she believes research regarding our knowledge of the human body and how it works is constantly evolving. She is currently pursuing a second degree, in the Kirkwood Community College Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

Dawn is married, and has two very active Australian Shepherd dogs. She is a Natural Pro Bodybuilder through the International Fitness & Physique Association, runs in area road races and is an active equestrian, competing in and organizing area barrel racing events.