Kathy Smith (born December 11, 1951)[2] is an American personal trainer who became well known for her workout videos during the late 1980s and 1990s.
[1] She is the daughter of an Air Force pilot, and grew up in Brazil, Alabama, Hawaii, Texas and Illinois.
Following the loss of her parents, Smith began exercising to combat depression.
Smith enrolled at the University of Hawaii, and graduated with a degree in business administration.
[8] Kate is a professional runner who made the final in the 800-metre event at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.