The Iron's Edge

Ashley Horner is a fitness model, celebrity, hybrid athlete, and trainer whose reach and influence extend globally. Through the vast reach of her social media platform, she is a strong proponent of women’s empowerment. Ashley encourages women all around the world to live boldly, love fiercely, and push every boundary. Her career has seen her establish a strong influence working with military personnel, as Ashley has helped train American SWAT teams as well as personnel at the United States Embassy in France. In addition to her involvement with the Military, Special Forces, and First Responder community, she continues to work with groups and individuals locally in her home city of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Ashley’s entrepreneurial endeavors are as diverse as her fitness interests. She owns a training facility, American Sled Dogs. She developed the WERV apparel company that stands for, WE ARE VICTORIOUS. In 2016 she opened Virginia Beach’s exclusive coffee and whiskey bar, and restaurant, The American Brew. Ashley continues to be a leading trainer and professional in the fitness industry, always pushing those who she works with to train like they expect to perform. She knows that having a strong mindset is a key factor when it comes to accomplishing what you set out to do, and it is this kind of disciplined attitude that has allowed Ashley to complete many mind-grueling feats of her own. Ashley is also very involved with humanitarian work at the Maison Fortune Orphanage in Hinche, Haiti. She has developed a special bond with the children and staff over the last several years, and they are the primary beneficiary of her charitable efforts. As well as her deep love and involvement with the K9 community and non-profits like SpikesK9. Her motto, “I stand for the broken,” describes the strength of her commitment to those in need.