text:
Presenters ordered by last name:
- About
- Keynote Videos
- Event Highlights
- Inside #IDEAWORLD
- Who Should Attend
- First Time Attendee
- International Attendee
- College Program
- Press
- Sessions
- Travel
Ken Alan
Ken Alan was a presenter at the very first IDEA convention and his career as a teacher, mentor, author and presenter is well documented. Ken has served on the ACE personal trainer and group fitness instructor certification committees, he is a chapter author for ACSM and AFAA certification manuals, and he is the co-star of Time Life's Medical Patient Education Media exercise video series. Ken was also the program designer and choreographer for seven Richard Simmons videos and a former IDEA Instructor of the Year award recipient. Currently, Ken is a lecturer in the department of kinesiology at California State University Fullerton.
Kasper Allison
Kasper Allison is a personal trainer with 20 years of industry experience. Since 1999 he has owned Physical Focus training center in Santa Barbara, CA. He has specific expertise in the area of movement re-education and conditioning with a therapeutic emphasis. In conjunction with owning and operating the training center, Kasper handles all the education and training of the trainers. This role keeps him on the forefront of the latest science and training methods. Kasper is an avid surfer, beach volleyball player and a student of Hapkido martial arts, in which he holds a black belt.
Brian Alman, PhD
Brian Alman, PhD, coaches professional and amateur athletes, fitness trainers, nutritionists and sports psychologists from around the world. His weight loss program is recommended by Kaiser Permanente and Deepak Chopra. His mental fitness program is used by players, coaches and trainers in the NBA, NFL, PGA, LPGA, WTA, the Olympics, MMA, and at gyms across the country. Through his digital messaging company, TruSage, Brian delivers his health and wellness techniques directly to thousands of people to expand their inner resources for achieving outer success.
Trevor Anderson
Trevor Anderson is the owner and founder of Better Every Day®. A renowned performance educator and a multisport performance expert, he coaches young athletes and educates teachers and trainers. He has trained Super Bowl Champions, Heisman Trophy winners, NBA All-Stars, MLB All-Stars, professional golfers, and many of the best athletes in the world. Trevor also writes new training curricula, conducts educational certifications, and delivers functional movement and performance presentations for TRX®, SPRI®, Under Armour® and TriggerPoint™. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Jeffrey Anderson, DC
Jeffrey Anderson, DC, is the founder of The MECA Back Institute and the developer of the MECA Wedge and MECA CORE Program. Through years in clinical practice, paired with years investigating biomechanical research, he has discovered the keys to eliminating back pain. These principles can be effectively applied to any program and to a broad spectrum of clients, from pre- and postsurgical, rehabilitative phases of all joints, to the personal training client and elite athletic performance enhancement and injury prevention. He has designed athletic performance programs for a wide variety of professional athletes with debilitating injuries. Certifications: CSCS, NSCA
Elizabeth Andrews
Elizabeth Andrews is a master trainer for TRX® and DVRT Ultimate Sandbag™, and is a regular online blog contributor for the American Council on Exercise®. During her 27 years as a fitness professional, she was recognized as Atlanta's top spin instructor and served as a fitness expert for regional CBS and NBC affiliates. Elizabeth has trained athletes with the Seattle Seahawks, body building competitors, MMA fighters and weekend warriors. She recently completed her 200 hour, Yoga Alliance certification. As a trainer and coach, Elizabeth helps her clients to stay mentally challenged, overcome obstacles and move better. Certifications: ACE and ACSM
Lenita Anthony, MS
Lenita Anthony, MS, is a veteran industry presenter, author and master educator for Stages® Indoor Cycling. She has over 25 years experience in clinical exercise physiology, program development and fitness education. A former IDEA contributing editor board member, her expertise includes program design for special populations, working with medical professionals, and sports performance. Lenita is a licensed USA Cycling Power Coach, a coach for the Challenged Athlete's Foundation, a former coach for the U.S. Women's Triathlon Series, and she holds multiple USA Cycling State and National Championship titles, as well as an age group world record.
Abbie Appel
Abbie Appel is an international fitness educator and the group fitness manager for Equinox Fitness Clubs® in Miami Beach. As a consultant for Activmotion Bar™, Schwinn® Cycling, SPRI® products and TRX®, she specializes in developing progressive fitness programs. Abbie has published articles in SELF, Shape and Prevention, and has created and starred in numerous videos. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Yoav Avidar
Yoav Avidar is the recipient of the 2012 ECA Best International Presenter and the 2001 Israel's Instructor of the Year awards. He is also a Nike Elite Trainer and co-owner of Hagymnasia, Israel's leading fitness and dance certification institution. Yoav is well known for integrating dance into his aerobics and step classes, as well as his ability to provide cutting edge presentations in other fields such as functional training, stability ball, stretching and core conditioning. Yoav's professional skills, creativity and charisma have brought him to present in more than 25 countries around the globe.
Ilyse Baker
Ilyse Baker is a choreographer and celebrity trainer with a bachelor's degree in dance performance and education from Point Park University. Her award winning choreography is featured in music videos, commercials and films. Ilyse is a lead instructor and choreographer for Weight Watchers® The Ultimate Dance Party Kit, FitnessGlo®, WELLBEATS™ and QiClub. Her Dancinerate® program has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Us Weekly, and American Fitness Magazine.
Travis Barnes
Travis Barnes is a certified personal trainer who grew his six-figure fitness company, Journey Fitness, to three locations in three years. He started over after a decade of incarceration and built his future with an unemployment check while living in a FEMA trailer. He is the co-author of the best-selling book Results Fitness and the author of Journey Fitness, with forward written by Todd Durkin. His company is known for exemplary customer service and business systems.
Steve Barrett
Steve Barrett is an innovative motivational presenter with 30 years of experience in the global fitness industry. His passion to share knowledge ensures his sessions are always educational, memorable and fun. He has presented in over 50 countries and as a trusted global brand ambassador, he specializes in developing fitness products and programs working with brands such as Adidas®, Reebok, Nestlé, Kellogg's®, Matrix Fitness and Escape Fitness®.
Danny Bartlett
Danny Barlett is a senior master instructor for TRX®. He travels around the world, developing the TRX® instructor cadre, delivering educational workshops, training courses and classes for hundreds of fitness professionals, educators and enthusiasts. Danny firmly believes in leading by example and practicing what you preach and that by doing so, you help inspire others to be better.
Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RD
Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RD, is a writer, educator, food enthusiast and award winning journalist. She is a registered dietitian and American College of Sports Medicine certified health and fitness specialist. She is the author of The SuperFoodsRx Diet, a co-author of Eat Clean, Stay Lean, and has contributed to several nutrition books. She has been a frequent nutrition contributor on LIVE With Kelly and Michael, and is a nutrition expert on NBC's TODAY, Access Hollywood, Good Morning America, Fox Business, and Telemundo.
Pam Benchley
Pam Benchley is a master educator with Stages® Indoor Cycling, a national master trainer for BOSU® Hedstrom Fitness, and a provider of many workshops on indoor cycling, BOSU and functional/active aging training. Pam currently serves on the faculty at the State University of New York at Fredonia. She is a member of numerous organizations within the fitness industry such as IHRSA, IDEA and ACSM.
Leslee Bender
Leslee Bender has over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry and has presented in more than 20 countries. She is a graduate of the Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science® and is a Nike Golf 360° certified movement specialist. Leslee has produced over 30 DVDs and is the creator of the Bender Ball™ documented in the Journal of Applied Research to diminish back pain. Leslee was a finalist for the 2010 IDEA Instructor of the Year award and her infomercial was voted the 2007 Best Fitness Short Form infomercial. Certifications: ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM
Brook Benten, MEd
Brook Benten, MEd, is the president of Cardiopump™ Fitness, LLC, and an advisory board member for Hyperwear®, GoFit® and Power Music®. Brook was a 2012 finalist for PFP Personal Trainer of the Year. She is best known for her work with kettlebells, and is a former RKC and current SFG Level II kettlebell instructor. Brook's early career was spent managing university fitness programs and she now brings kettlebell and SandBell® education to campus recreation centers. Brook holds a master's degree in physical education with emphasis in sport and fitness administration. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
John Berardi, PhD
John Berardi, PhD, is the founder of Precision Nutrition and an advisor to Apple, Equinox®, Nike and Titleist. He has columns on Livestrong.com and HuffingtonPost.com, and was recently selected as one of the 20 smartest fitness professionals in the world. To date, John and his Precision Nutrition team have coached over 30,000 trainers and coaches through the renowned Precision Nutrition Level 1 and Level 2 Certification programs.
Cody Bishop, MA
Cody Bishop, MA, is the owner of 181 Fitness in Vista, CA. Early on Cody believed he could provide better whole-person transformations, but needed systems and tools to grow his business. With Net Profit Explosion's (NPE) ACCELERATOR™ program, he turned his business around in just six months then advanced into the VIP PROGRAM™. Now, an NPE educator, Cody helps others build businesses that support their dream lifestyle. Cody holds a master's degree in clinical psychology. Certification: FMS-Level 1 & 2, NASM-CPT
Trish Blackwell
Trish Blackwell is passionate about the transformative power of confidence and she is committed to inspiring others to live with confidence, health and happiness. Bringing hope to those who struggle with negative body image, eating disorders or confidence issues, Trish has become a fitness industry leader on image issues. As a result, she has managed multiple large staffs of personal trainers, launched several multi-million dollar personal training sales teams and consulted for dozens of fitness entrepreneurs in the launch of their own successful fitness businesses. Personal trainer, author, podcaster and app publisher, Trish inspires her community to conquer life with confidence.
Brett Bloom, DPT
Brett Bloom, DPT, is the owner of Longevity Physical Therapy in San Diego. He is a GIFT fellow with the Gray Institute® and has presented workshops and lectures (both nationally and internationally) on their behalf for the past 9 years. Brett holds special expertise in treating the spine, as well as upper and lower extremity disorders. His unique understanding of functional rehabilitation and training has instilled in him a passion to offer innovative physical therapy to patients of all ages. Brett holds a doctorate degree in physical therapy from the University of Southern California.
Mike Bracko, EdD
Mike Bracko, EdD, is a fitness educator, hockey coach, writer, media content expert and strength and conditioning coach. He holds a doctorate degree in exercise science and is a certified strength and conditioning coach (NSCA). He is the author of 32 DVDs and CDs about fitness, sports training and ergonomics. Mike has served on the board of trustees for the American College of Sports Medicine, and he was the chair of ACSM's Health and Fitness Summit planning committee. Certifications: ACSM, NSCA
Douglas Brooks, MS
Douglas Brooks, MS, is an exercise physiologist and the director of programming and education for BOSU® and COREFX. The former-Ironman® triathlete currently directs athlete conditioning for Sugar Bowl Ski Academy where he works with elite junior and professional athletes. Douglas was inducted into the U.S. National Fitness Hall of Fame and has been honored by canfitpro as the International Presenter of the Year. Coach Brooks is the author of numerous fitness education books, and most recently was the recipient of the IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year Award.
Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM
Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM, represents ACE as their chief science officer and international presenter, writer and expert source. He has authored, co-authored or edited more than 30 books and written over 250 articles and columns in fitness trade magazines and peer reviewed exercise science journals. Cedric shares his expertise as a member of the Institute of Medicine's obesity solutions roundtable and he is the vice chair of the physical activity working group of the Arthritis Foundation's Osteoarthritis Action Alliance. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
Kendra Bylsma
Kendra Bylsma is a mom, wife and fitness enthusiast! She owns Allegro Coaching, a boutique fitness studio and wellness company in Michigan, providing corporate wellness programs to over 25 local businesses. Her mission is to transform lives and workplaces through health and fitness. Allegro serves over 150 fabulous members with 25 coaches, trainers and dieticians.
Autumn Calabrese
Autumn Calabrese is a celebrity trainer, best-selling author and working mom who revolutionized the Beachbody® fitness model with her simple approach to portion control. Her breakthrough hit, 21 Day Fix®, and long awaited follow-up, 21 Day Fix EXTREME®, have been Beachbody's top selling programs for the past 2 years, while her cookbook FIXATE™ has sold more than 200,000 copies. In late 2015, she revealed The Master's Hammer and Chisel™, an innovative resistance training system she crafted with seasoned trainer Sagi Kalev. She has held certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Fitness Professionals & Associates (AFPA).
Brent Callaway
Brent Callaway is the international performance director for EXOS®, where he oversees the performance staff for the U.S. national soccer team, the Chinese Olympic Committee, the Los Angeles Galaxy, and a host of other organizations around the world. With 12 years of experience in human performance, strength, speed and multidirectional training, Brent coaches athletes on the intricacies of human movement across a broad spectrum of sports. He has delivered education to sport coaches and other performance coaches in numerous countries worldwide. Brent holds a degree in exercise and sport science.
Jack Canfield
Jack Canfield is an award winning speaker and an internationally recognized leader in personal development and peak performance strategies. For over 40 years, he has been teaching entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and people from all walks of life how to create the life they desire. As the beloved originator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series, he's taught millions of individuals his modernized formula for success, and now certifies trainers to teach his content and methodology all over the world.
Alice Cangas
Alice Cangas is a native Californian who has enjoyed dancing for many years, and as a young adult, was a member of a competitive dance team. Alice integrates her years of experience with her enthusiastic attitude to create a fun, invigorating exercise experience. Alice believes that dance is a true expression of the soul and that we all have our own interpretation of what dance is. Dance with a purpose...to feel fit, free, healthy and happy.
Colin Carriker, PhD
Colin Carriker, PhD, holds a doctorate degree in physical education, sports and exercise science. He is an educator and researcher at Indiana State University and has been published in several health and fitness related journals. Colin shares his enthusiasm for exercise science with his students and encourages them to promote lifetime wellness and physical activity in their communities. His appreciation of exercise as preventive medicine stems from his previous experience working as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor and emergency medical technician. Certification: ACSM
Amy Chang Radosevich
Amy Chang Radosevich, MA, has an extensive background in developing fitness programs and operations management. With more than 20 years in the industry, Amy is a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She holds a master's degree in kinesiology from San Jose State University and a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from the University of Waterloo. Amy is a master trainer for U-JAM Fitness® and has presented at SCW events and the San Jose Fitness Expo. In addition to appearing on U-JAM Fitness home DVD, she is also a 2-time Ironman Triathlon finisher. Certifications: ACE, ACSM, AFAA
Cameron Chinatti
Cameron Chinatti is the director of education and lead developer for Stages™ Indoor Cycling. As an elevate EDUCATION PRO trainer for Sunshine Fitness Resources and an international lecturer, Cameron presents on topics ranging from indoor cycling to career development and successful program implementation. Her recent publishing credits include work for Foundation Fitness and numerous contributions to IDEA Fitness Journal and IDEA Fitness Manager. She is a continuing education provider for ACE and AFAA, and a national master trainer for BOSU®. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Christina Christie, PT
Christina Christie, PT, is a senior physical therapist and women's health manager for Athletico Physical Therapy, and the president of Pelvic Solutions, LLC, in Park Ridge, Illinois. Christina received her degree in physical therapy and is a Fellow of Applied Functional Science® with the Gray Institute®. She specializes in the evaluation and treatment of the female client, including pregnancy, incontinence/pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedics/sports related injuries. She developed the Female Chain Reaction Course for the Gray Institute, is the Inventor of the PelvicorePro and PelvicorePro Training methods and continues to educate internationally for the Gray Institute, APTA, IDEA and SCW Fitness.
Nick Clayton, MS, MBA
Nick Clayton, MS, MBA, is the personal training program manager for the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and has 16 years of experience as a personal trainer, strength coach and fitness director. Notably, Nick started the sport performance program at TMI Sports Medicine (home to the Texas Rangers), managed the fitness programs at the University of Florida, and owned/operated a small corporate fitness business. Nick earned his master's degree in exercise science and his MBA from the University of Florida, and is considered an expert in program design, exercise selection and business development. Certification: NSCA-CPT, CSCS
Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Fabio Comana, MA, MS, is a faculty instructor for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, San Diego State University and UC San Diego. Previously, Fabio was an exercise physiologist and certification manager for the American Council on Exercise where he was the original creator of ACE's Integrated Fitness Training Model™ and the primary developer of all live personal training educational workshops. As a national and international presenter, he is frequently featured on television, radio and the Internet, and in print publications. Certifications: ACE, NASM, NSCA
Declan Condron, MS
Declan Condron, MS, has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry as a trainer, coach, teacher, gym manager and fitness business owner. He is currently the director of brand strategy and education for Hyperwear Inc., as well as the owner of Condron Fitness. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Gregg Cook
Gregg Cook is a group fitness instructor and educator for Equinox® in New York City, and a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling and ShockWave. In addition to being known as an indoor cycling specialist, Gregg delivers outstanding circuit training programs. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Candice Copeland-Brooks
Candice Copeland-Brooks is an internationally known fitness expert and a past IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year. She has authored four fitness books and has been featured in more than 25 DVDs. As director of programming for the BOSU® brand, she creates innovative workshop and leads the global master trainer teams. Candice, with her husband Douglas, directs year-round athlete conditioning programs on top of a mountain at Sugar Bowl Ski Academy.
Marc Coronel
Marc Coronel is a senior TriggerPoint™ master trainer based in Las Vegas. He trains a diverse clientele of A-list actors, executives, music moguls, models, Olympic athletes and fitness novices. Marc believes in the power of the human form, not equipment, to provide resistance, and build strength and endurance. The innovative training approaches Marc teaches his clients not only transforms their bodies, but also inspires new confidence. He holds a bachelor's degree in sports medicine and is a competitive skateboarder, and amateur boxer and kickboxer.
Rachel Cosgrove
Rachel Cosgrove co-owns and operates Results Fitness, a training company located in Southern California. She has authored two best-selling books, The Female Body Breakthrough and Drop Two Sizes, and created the Drop Two Sizes DVD set. She lectures nationally and internationally on topics such as strength training, fat loss, business and nutrition. A consultant for Nike, Rachel is also on the advisory board and is a columnist for Women's Health and has been featured in almost every fitness magazine on the market. She is the recipient of the 2012 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year award.
Kathryn Coyle
Kathryn Coyle is a Peak Pilates® senior master instructor and mentor with over 15 years of experience teaching mind-body movement for prehabilitation, rehabilitation and performance enhancement. As the Pilates coordinator at Life Time Athletic℠ in Reston, Virginia, Kathryn manages one of the top three Pilates studios in the company. She has been featured multiple times in Pilates Style and has written articles for several magazines on Pilates. In addition to her comprehensive Pilates certifications through Pilates Systems and Peak Pilates, she is a certified nutritionist and a Jivamukti™ certified yoga instructor.
Heather Crosby
Heather Crosby currently manages Cape Cod Fitness Center in Hyannis, Massachusetts, where she trains clients and teaches a wide variety of group fitness classes. She is certified in personal training, group fitness, sports nutrition, Pilates and MECA CORE. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she merged easily with the MECA CORE Program in 2008, which then became her primary focus with clients, delivering amazing results with remarkable core strength and improved back health. Certifications: AFAA, AAAI-ISMA
Josh Crosby
Josh Crosby is a former professional ultra-endurance athlete, Ironman® World Championship competitor and world champion rower. As a fitness entrepreneur, he has transitioned to become a celebrated international presenter, program/product consultant and co-creator of the well-known group fitness programs Indo-Row® and ShockWave, programs that have been launched in over 400 locations worldwide. His indoor rowing workout videos have been seen by half a million people. Josh is a key advisor to Orange Theory Fitness. Certifications: ACE
Tahneetra Crosby
Tahneetra Crosby is a presenter, group fitness instructor and personal trainer with over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is a Schwinn® Indoor Cycling and ShockWave master trainer, a presenter for Power Music|Group RX, a Ryka® brand ambassador, and a senior course instructor for TRX® Suspension Training®. Tahneetra is also on the WELLBEATS™ Elements team and has created a strength and cardio program as the featured trainer for SELF magazine's March 2010 SELF Challenge issue. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Mike Curry
Mike Curry is a certified personal trainer in West Los Angeles and has more than 20 years of experience delivering top notch training results. He takes pride in generating quick, long-term results to his clientele, which includes professional athletes, Hollywood celebrities and renowned physicians. Curry is the co-owner of StrongHold Fitness, LLC, and the creator of StrongBoard Balance. His products employ balance techniques to strengthen the core, build stronger stabilizing muscles and increase neuropathic communication. Mike is also an expert in nutrition and behavior change. Certification: ACE
Michol Dalcourt
Michol Dalcourt is an educator, author, inventor and industry leader in the areas of human movement and performance training. He has served as an instructor at the NAIT College School of Health Sciences, and as an adjunct faculty member at the University of San Francisco in the sports science department. Currently the director of the Institute of Motion, Michol is also the creator of ViPR™ and the co-founder of PTA Global.
Lashuan Dale, MPH
Lashaun Dale, MPH, has held many leadership positions in the fitness industry. She is the former senior manager of group fitness programming at Equinox Fitness Clubs®, and is now the vice president of content and programming for 24-Hour Fitness®. Lashaun is a certified yoga teacher, reiki practitioner and fitness coach, and she holds credentials and certificates specializing in holistic lifestyle management, yoga, core strength, flexibility training and mindset training. She has degrees in international relations, philosophy and applied anthropology, as well as a master's degree from the School of Public Health at Columbia University.
Nicole De Anda
Nicole De Anda is the national barre manager for Equinox Fitness Clubs® where she creates and implements signature barre formats internationally. She holds several national certifications, including a comprehensive certification from Body Arts and Science International (BASI™). With over 12 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, along with an extensive background in dance, Nicole is recognized as an industry leader in barre. She has developed barre workshops, continuing education courses and facilitated barre teacher trainings on an international scale. She is known for her unique choreography, precise cuing and motivational coaching.
Benjamin Degenhardt
Benjamin Degenhardt is the creator of 360° Pilates, an education program designed to bring the original teachings of Joseph Pilates to life today. He has been involved in the world of movement education for over 15 years and presents his work at conferences and training facilities around the world. Additionally, Benjamin is the mastermind behind March MATness, an annual global social media campaign celebrating Pilates mat work.
Dino Del Mastro, DC
Dino Del Mastro, DC, is a master instructor for NASM. While he studied health and physical education at Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania, Dino was also training and competing on the national level in the sport of judo. His career in judo was sidelined by numerous injuries, including three ACL tears, that forced him into retirement. Dino then devoted himself to learning as much as he could about injury prevention, rehabilitation and fitness by studying for his doctorate in chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, California.
Paul Diedrich, MBA
Paul Diedrich, MBA, is the national physical activity director for Optum®, a leading health services company. Paul and his team oversee personal and small-group training in worksite wellness programs for 300 high profile and Fortune 500 companies across the country. Paul is certified by the American Council on Exercise as a personal trainer and health coach, and he earned his bachelor degree in kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, and his master's degree in business administration from Keller Graduate School. Certifications: ACE
Natalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, FAACP
Natalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, RDN, is a board-certified pediatrician and obesity medicine physician, registered dietitian and health coach. Dr. Muth is the author of five books, including Eat Your Vegetables! and Other Mistakes Parents Make: Redefining How to Raise Healthy Eaters, Sports Nutrition for Health Professionals, Coaching Behavior Change, ACE Fitness Nutrition Manual, and the upcoming Picky Eater Project to be published by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 2016. She practices general pediatrics with a focus on healthy family routines, nutrition, physical activity, and behavior change in North County San Diego.
Melissa diLeonardo
Melissa diLeonardo incorporates her background in physical fitness, health coaching, yoga, meditation and nutrition to help foster culture change and better health for Life Fitness Corporation. Voted the Best Personal Trainer by the Chicago Reader (2013) and a Top Ten Global finalist, by Life Fitness Personal Trainers to Watch (2013), Melissa teaches a variety of group fitness classes in Chicago. Certifications: ACE
Christa DiPaolo and Team Equinox
Christa DiPaolo is a fitness professional, international presenter and athlete. She is a "petite powerhouse" in the fitness world who, with over 15 years of fitness boxing experience and a lifetime of dance, has helped countless individuals "unleash their fighter spirit." Christa originally discovered her love of boxing while training under various fitness elites, including Tae Bo® legend, Billy Blanks. She resides in Miami and is the creator of THE CUT presented by Equinox®.
Amy Dixon
Amy Dixon is a master trainer for FitnessGlo®, Gatorade®, Schwinn® Cycling, BOSU® and ShockWave. She is the national creative manager for Equinox® and was recently named IDEA's 2015 Fitness Instructor of the Year. Her many television and media appearances include Oprah's OWN Show, the Today show, Women's Health, Shape and the Los Angeles Times. A former world competitive power tumbler and coach, Amy applies her energy and athleticism to her many award winning workout DVDs and online programs. She holds multiple fitness certifications and a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology.
Lisa Druxman, MA
Lisa Druxman, MA, is the founder of FIT4MOM®, the company that created Fit4Baby®, Stroller Strides® and Body Back®. She is the author of Lean Mommy and the creator of the Mama Wants Her Body Back DVD series. Lisa's master's degree is in psychology, with a specialization in lifestyle weight management. Lisa has appeared numerous times on television shows such as the Today Show and Good Morning America, and she is a proud recipient of the IDEA Program Director of the Year award.
Dennis Dumas
Dennis Dumas is a dedicated and focused leader and entrepreneur who thrives on team development and accelerated growth. He has a history of helping clients and companies achieve significant long lasting success, both physically and financially. Dennis builds his teams around three pillars of success: sales training, motivation and education. His passion lies in leading and supporting people's personal development and accomplishments. As a speaker, presenter and coach, Dennis hopes to motivate and inspire others through his unique experiences of overcoming challenges and obstacles to achieve success. Certification: NAFC
Shane Duncan
Shane Duncan is a RealRyder® Indoor Cycling master trainer who leads education programs throughout the United States. A former professional Australian footballer with a lifelong involvement in sports, health education, fitness and coaching, Shane holds a degree in sports science and has been coaching athletics and teaching group Fitness Classes for 20 years. His business experience includes education, marketing and business development for consumer health products, as well as launching a highly-successful boutique RealRyder Cycling Studio.
Todd Durkin, MA
Todd Durkin, MA, owns Fitness Quest 10 and Todd Durkin Enterprises in San Diego. He is a human performance specialist, bodyworker, author and motivational speaker who trains dozens of elite, high profile NFL and MLB athletes, including two Super Bowl MVPs, Olympic gold medalists, and Heisman Trophy winners. Todd is a past recipient of the IDEA and ACE Personal Trainer of the Year awards. Certifications: ACE, NSCA
Ross Earthorne
Ross Eathorne is a senior master instructor for TRX® and Level 4 C.H.E.K® Practitioner. A former gymnast, Ross is currently a rugby player and ultramarathoner. Ross is the author of the soon to be released book, Movement as Medicine, as well as the companion app, Five Animal Mobility, which blends western science with eastern wisdom to increase mobility and fluidity in all fascial lines and movement patterns. Based in Hong Kong, Ross is a master trainer for Life Fitness Corporation and Pavigym™.
Chris Ecklund, MA
Chris Ecklund, MA, is the owner of Prevail Conditioning Performance Center, as well as the director of performance and fitness at La Cumbre Country Club in Santa Barbara, California. He has worked in all facets of the industry, including big box health clubs as a trainer and in management; secondary education, developing and implementing curriculum; and strength and conditioning at the collegiate level. Chris is an adjunct faculty member of Westmont College, a master trainer and instructor for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and an adjunct instructor at UC Santa Barbara. Certification: NASM, NSCA
David M. Eisenberg, MD
David M. Eisenberg, MD, is the founding co-director of the "Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives" educational conference co-sponsored by the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health and the Culinary Institute of America. He is currently an adjunct associate professor of nutrition at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. He has served as the Bernard Osher Distinguished Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and chief of the division for research and education in complementary and integrative medical therapies. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Eisenberg completed research fellowships in both general internal medicine and behavioral medicine and is board certified in internal medicine.
Nick Ekbatani
Nick Ekbatani, played football for the UCLA Bruins and learned exactly what it takes to compete at an elite level as an athlete, a student, and a professional. He began his own personal fitness journey shortly after his football career ended, utilizing proper nutrition and heart rate interval training to lose over 100 pounds in just a year. In 2012, he tragically lost his left leg in a catastrophic auto accident. Undeterred from the amputation of his leg, he journeys forward with the various lessons he has learned while on his path and seeks to inspire and motivate people. As a fitness professional, he teaches indoor cycling at Cyclepathic Fitness in Santa Monica, CA.
Jeremiah Evans
Jeremiah Evans is a U.S. national trainer for LES MILLS GRIT™, BODYPUMP™, CXWORX™, LES MILLS SPRINT™, BODYATTACK™ and RPM™. He has spent over a decade working in the fitness industry in personal training, group fitness teaching, group fitness management, sales and fitness management. Jeremiah is currently the vice president of fitness for a chain of health clubs. He also holds specialty certifications with TRX® and CrossFit, Level 1. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Shannon Fable
Shannon Fable, the 2013 IDEA and 2006 ACE Instructor of the Year, is the director of exercise programming for the Anytime Fitness franchise. She is a 19 year fitness veteran, freelance writer and international presenter for Schwinn® and BOSU®. Shannon is also a member of the ACE board of directors, has co-authored portions of the ACE and ACSM group fitness manuals, and is a certified Book Yourself Solid® business coach. She also owns both Balletone® and GroupEx Pro®. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Mike Fantigrassi
Mike Fantigrassi, MS, is the director of professional services at the National Academy of Sports Medicine® and a NASM master instructor. He is a 20+ year veteran of the fitness industry and has worked as a fitness manager, personal trainer and nutrition coach. Mike oversees NASM's master trainer program, live education events and online instructor led programs, and is a frequent subject matter expert for magazines, books and articles. He holds a bachelor's degree in food and nutrition and a master's degree in exercise science. Certification: NASM-CPT
Michelle Felzmann
Michelle Felzmann has nearly 25 years of experience in the fitness industry. During this time, she has delved into all aspects of fitness with a major focus on core training, instructor training and choreography development. Michelle is Bender Ball master trainer, TRX® master instructor and holds 10 years of experience in fitness programming and presenting. With experience in fitness competitions, television and exercise videos, Michelle is the total package! Certifications: AFLCA
Mark Fisher
Mark Fisher is a co-owner of Mark Fisher Fitness, the fitness home of choice for the Broadway community and #312 on the 2015 Inc 500 list of fastest growing companies in America. Mark and MFF have been featured in Forbes, the New York Times, the Huffington Post, Men's Health and the Wall Street Journal, among others. He is the proud co-founder of The Uprising NYC. In his free time, Mark speaks around the country on fitness, business and personal development.
Susan Fowler
Susan Fowler is widely known as one of the foremost experts on personal empowerment. Her extensive experience and knowledge gained through 15 years of advertising, sales, production and marketing across the United States has fueled her quest to help individuals achieve their highest levels of success. Susan is a catalyst for CHANGE through compelling evidence, humor, accelerated learning, next steps, global perspective and emotional connections. She is the co-author of more than six books, including Why Motivation Doesn't Work...and What Does, Situational Self Leadership and The One Minute Manager with Ken Blanchard and Laurie Hawkins.
Chris Frankel, PhD
Chris Frankel, MS, PhD(c), draws from over 35 years of experience as an educator, lecturer, and strength and conditioning coach. As head of human performance for TRX, he directs the research and development of products, educational content and training methodologies delivered worldwide. Chris has consulted with all branches of the U.S. military, as well as professional and collegiate sports teams. He is currently completing his doctorate in health, exercise and sports science at the University of New Mexico.
Yoni Freedhoff, MD
Yoni Freedhoff, MD, is the medical director of the Bariatric Medical Institute, and was the third physician in Canada to receive board certification in bariatric medicine from the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM). He is an assistant professor of family medicine at the University of Ottawa and his advocacy efforts in both obesity and nutrition policy make him a popular speaker at conferences and meetings worldwide. Dr. Freedhoff is quoted regularly in the national and international press, he writes an award winning blog, and his first book for the public, The Diet Fix: Why Diets Fail and How to Make Yours Work, is a #1 National Canadian bestseller.
Linda Freeman-Webster
Linda Freeman-Webster is a three time finalist for IDEA's Fitness Instructor of the Year award. With more than 25 years of experience in the fitness industry, Linda has been an active educator and presenter at numerous conferences. She holds specialty certifications with STOTT PILATES®, Titleist Performance Institute, Kettlebell Concepts and many more. Linda is a national trainer for Keiser®, a mind-body spokesperson and author for IDEA Health & Fitness Association, and the owner of Guru Fitness®, LLC, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, RYT-500
Chris Freytag
Chris Freytag is a health and fitness guru, blogger, author and motivational speaker. She has been teaching fitness classes, writing books and creating DVDs for over 20 years. Chris has built a reputation as a nationally known fitness expert among the viewers who watch her weekly TV segments, as well as those members who pack her classes. Her website, GetHealthyU.com, is a women's fitness and lifestyle site filled with free workouts, advice and recipes. Her latest endeavor, GetHealthyUTV.com, is a membership-based workout website allowing women to access her workouts anywhere, anytime on any device.
Cathe Friedrich
Cathe Friedrich is a long time fitness professional, gym owner and leading innovator in the home exercise video industry. As founder of Cathe.com, one of the most visited fitness websites, Cathe has created and produced over 300 workout videos. Her award winning workouts have been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Fox Business News, Shape, Oxygen, and SELF, just to name a few. Cathe remains cutting edge through her website and Cathe Live streaming channel. She was inducted into the Fitness Hall of Fame in 2011. Certification: ACE
Sonja Friend-Uhl
Sonja Friend-Uhl is a world class athlete and skilled fitness programmer. She has over 17 years of experience in the fitness industry and holds several certifications, including USATF and AFAA specialty certifications in youth, senior and prenatal fitness. Sonja is also a professional runner and holds multiple records. Certifications: ACE, ACSM, AFAA
Jules Fultz
Jules Fultz is the program director for POP Pilates®. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, she has a passion for educating group fitness instructors and participants. She led a team of fitness professionals as a former group exercise manager at 24-Hour Fitness®, managing instructors and programs throughout Texas. With a background in assessment from LES MILLS, Jules is dedicated to developing instructors who are committed to providing safe, fun and effective classes. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Brent Gallagher, MSS
Brent Gallagher, MSS, is the owner of Avenu Fit and a co-founder of iNside the Box Fitness Consulting. He has created a one of a kind, unorthodox, 30 minute approach to training, nutrition and life that's an unexpected experience from the typical workout. Brent invests his time coaching high performing leaders and challenging fitness businesses to come to blows with the status quo by redefining what's possible for the communities they serve. He's on a mission to change the fitness industry from the iNside out. @brentgallagher Certifications: ACSM, NSCA-CSCS
Lizbeth Garcia
Lizbeth Garcia, owner of Tilcia Pilates Studios in San Diego, has been teaching group exercise and Pilates for more than 18 years. She has gained wide recognition for her DVD workout titles, including Shape Magazine's Pilates Firm Up From Head to Toe and Makeover Your Abs, Butt and Thighs—FAST! In 2006, Fair Winds Press published her first book titled, 101 Ways to Burn Fat on the Ball. Lizbeth currently works with private clients and is a faculty instructor for several Balanced Body® teacher training programs. Certification: PMA-Gold
Anja Garcia, MS
Anja Garcia, MS, has been teaching and bringing her passion for health and sweat to her classes for more than a decade. With an undergraduate degree in public health, and a master's degree in nursing, Anja fuses her knowledge of health prevention and disease treatment to motivate and coach her students to live and achieve their healthiest lives. She is an elite trainer for Dailyburn.com and a national presenter for Power Music®. This year Anja was nominated as the Group Fitness Instructor of the Year for the West Coast at Equinox® and is a Nike NTC trainer making athletes stronger one day at a time.
Christopher Gardner, PhD
Christopher Gardner, PhD, is a professor of medicine at Stanford University. He has served on numerous committees, including the nutrition committee of the American Heart Association, and is currently on the scientific advisory board of the Culinary Institute of America. Christopher has conducted more than a dozen human nutrition trials, primarily funded by the NIH, involving more than 1,700 research participants. His most recent study is an NIH funded weight loss trial among 609 overweight and obese adults, that will try to determine if insulin resistance, genotype and microbial diversity predict differential weight loss on different diets. He holds a doctorate in nutrition science.
John Garey, MS
John Garey, MS, is the creator of John Garey TV, an online instructor resource for fitness and Pilates programming, and the program director for John Garey Fitness and Pilates in Long Beach, California. John is also a master instructor trainer for MERRITHEW™, specializing in STOTT PILATES®, and has starred in hundreds of fitness and Pilates DVDs. John holds a master's degree in physical education from New York University. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Debbie Gleeson
Debbie Gleeson is an International presenter/master trainer for Lebert Fitness, for which she was named the 2014 and 2015 master trainer of the year. She has more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. Debbie started teaching group exercise, and in the last 10 years she had expanded her reach by adding personal and group training to her fitness tool belt. She is an educator and presenter for several companies, including Savvier Fitness, Lebert Training Systems™ and the upcoming new DNCEfitness program. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Rob Glick
Rob Glick is the senior director of group fitness, yoga and cycle at Life Time. He holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science and continues to bring cutting edge education and programming to the fitness community. Rob was named the 2006 International Presenter of the Year by canfitpro and the 2005 Best Male Presenter by ECA He is a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling and a co-creator of EMPOWER!
Nico Gonzalez
Nico Gonzalez is an international fitness educator with over 25 years of teaching experience. As a faculty trainer for Balanced Body®, he conducts trainings worldwide. Nico is the owner of Fitness Physiques in Blue Ash, Ohio, and he is the former director of fitness for a regional hospital-based wellness facility where he created their Pilates program from the ground up. Nico was a contributing creative editor for the following Pilates instructor manuals: EXO® Chair, Pilates Arc®, and the Mat With Toys workshop.
Toni Gonzalez
Toni Gonzalez is a certified group fitness instructor who began teaching in 2010 at the La Costa Jazzercise® Fitness Center in Carlsbad, California. Toni was featured on the instructor routine DVD taping team, and appeared on the Latin Live and Burlesque by Jazzercise DVDs. She has traveled to teach classes at district meetings, and has performed with Jazzercise at "Jazz on the Strip," "Tropic Heat," "Fitness Fiesta," and "Dallas Live" events. Toni has a bachelor's degree in theatre.
Gina Grant
Gina Grant is a professional dancer and choreographer and has more than 15 years of dance and fitness experience. She is a master of various genres, including tap, jazz, hip-hop, Hawaiian, Tahitian and musical theatre. Gina has been recognized as a leading fitness expert, gracing magazine covers internationally, presenting on NBC's Today Show, CBS' Early Show, Extra and Access Hollywood. She has also made special appearances on stage with major recording artists that include Pitbull and Wyclef Jean.
Valerie Grant
Valerie Grant has been in the fitness industry for more than 25 years. In 2010, she was named Best Posture Coach by Philadelphia Magazine. Valerie specializes in taking the elusive tenets of the Feldenkrais Method® to the fitness world and sharing practical tips for both group fitness and personal trainers to use in every session. She also programs and leads mind-body retreats worldwide. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, PMA
Trina Gray
Trina Gray is national presenter, writer and business coach in the fitness industry. She inspires leaders to dream big, and her focus has always been to celebrate members and create a party. Trina draws her experience from owning the award winning Bay Athletic Club for 10 years, creating the Corporate Fit Challenge wellness program and being one of the top coaches in Team Beachbody®, integrating online training and nutrition within fitness businesses and health clubs.
Sean Greeley
Sean Greeley has an unrelenting passion for helping people grow. Over the last 10 years, he's developed Net Profit Explosion into the only global fitness community that empowers entrepreneurs at every stage of business growth and development. NPE now serves over 21,500 fitness business owners in 95 countries. With offices in the U.S., UK and Australia, the company has been listed six times on the Inc. 500/5000 list of fastest growing, privately owned U.S. corporations.
MaDonna Grimes
MaDonna Grimes, also known as the Queen of Dance, has taught, choreographed and performed across the globe. MaDonna was not only a cover girl for Flex, Her, Glamour, Allure and many other magazines, she held the titles of Miss Fitness America and Miss Fitness International. She was also the honored recipient of the NAACP Best Choreography Theater Award. MaDonna has hosted for ESPN, BET and many other networks, and was most recently seen on Fit TV. Owner of the MaDonna Grimes Dance Fitness Studio in Hollywood, and author of Work It Out, MaDonna has 22 dance and fitness videos on the market.
Tandy Gutierrez
Tandy Gutierrez is the co-founder of Mat & Kitchen, an online fitness and wellness community. She has over 19 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry, wearing several hats, including teacher trainer, programmer and manager. Tandy's diverse background include Pilates Unlimited full apparatus certification, Power Pilates® mat certification, innumerable strength and conditioning, group fitness and yoga format certifications, plus a dance background. Tandy is known for her unparalleled cuing, fresh core-centric choreography, clarity, and down to earth teaching that results in both healing and strength. Certification: NSCA
Carrie Haines
Carrie Haines is a fitness educator, program director, personal trainer and group fitness instructor from Mill Valley, California. She earned her bachelor's degree in dramatic arts from the University of Southern California. Carrie has been creating, managing, and coordinating group fitness and personal training programs for more than 16 years. In addition, she is a master trainer for Tabata Bootcamp™, Barre Above™, BOSU® and ActivMotion® Bar. Carrie has presented workshops and certification courses throughout the United States and is a contributing staff writer for GX United. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
John Heringer
John Heringer is the founder and chief motivator of Fast Action Training, a boot camp and personal training studio in San Jose, California. John has been managing and leading in the fitness industry for over 11 years and loves everything about leadership, marketing and building an incredible team. Since early 2010 John has built Fast Action Training to be a seven-figure business with over 300 clients and an amazing team of eight individuals dedicated to changing the world one person at a time.
Randy Hetrick
Randy Hetrick is the founder of TRX® and the creator of Suspension Training®, the innovative approach to physical conditioning that has become a global fitness phenomenon. Over the past three decades, Randy built a record of unique accomplishments, including: collegiate athlete, 14-year Navy SEAL officer, bootstrap entrepreneur, multi-patented inventor, and growth company CEO whose company earned multiple placements on the rosters of the Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Companies and Outside Magazine's Best Places to Work. He holds a master's degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California and an MBA from Stanford University's Graduate School of Business.
Jeff Higuera
Jeff Higuera is head performance coach and program engineer for Competitor Gym in Orlando, FL. He has earned a reputation as one of the nation's top trainers and has a long track record of producing tremendous results for high-performing athletes, including MLB all-stars, World Series champions, NFL Pro-Bowl players and Super Bowl champions, and NBA stars and world champions. Jeff holds a degree in kinesiology from the University of Northern Colorado, where he played basketball. A lifetime student of the science and psychology of elite performance, Jeff has been featured as an author on strength and conditioning websites and various national TV programs, and he continues to help reshape and redefine the fitness and performance industry through his passion and creativity.
Cassey Ho
Cassey Ho is an award winning fitness instructor, entrepreneur and online personality. She is the creator of Blogilates, the #1 female fitness channel on YouTube with over 300 million video views and 3 million subscribers. In a revolutionary partnership, Cassey's unique format, POP Pilates®, which launched on YouTube in 2009, has become a live class that can be taken at every 24-Hour Fitness® facility in the U.S. She's the author of the best-selling book, Hot Body Year Round and is the designer of her own active wear line, POPFLEX.
Kendell Hogan
Kendell Hogan brought surf, sand and step to television daily as one of the hosts of ESPN's longest running worldwide fitness program BodyShaping. He is a national and international workshop presenter and has more than 20 exercise DVDs to his name. In addition to being a regional group fitness director for Crunch Fitness, he is also the head master trainer for Jillian Michaels' new fitness program BODYSHRED™. Kendell lends his services as a fitness consultant on numerous celebrity fitness DVD projects, including Biggest Loser's Jillian Michaels, ABC's Extreme Weight Loss' Chris Powell, Dancing With the Stars Brooke Burke and celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak, just to name a few.
Kristen Horler, MS
Kristen Horler, MS, is the founder and CEO of Baby Boot Camp® and Karna Fitness™ franchise programs, and the author of Baby Boot Camp: The New Moms 9-Minute Fitness Solution. She is a continuing education provider and has authored over a dozen fitness program manuals and training guides. Kristen also developed Core9 Birth Recovery to assist new moms during the first 9 weeks of motherhood through essential movements, whole food nutrition and community support. Kristen holds an A.O.S. degree from Le Cordon Bleu (California Culinary Academy) in San Francisco and a master's degree in applied nutrition with an emphasis in sports and fitness nutrition. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Tony Horton
Tony Horton is the wildly popular creator of the best-selling fitness series: P90X®, P90X2®, P90X3®, and Ten Minute Trainer®. He is a world class motivational speaker and the author of the top-selling books Bring It! and Crush It!, and his latest motivational book, The Big Picture: 11 Laws That Will Change Your Life. He has appeared on countless television programs as a fitness and lifestyle expert to promote healthy living through exercise and proper nutrition. Tony believes that real and lasting change can happen when we commit to health as a lifestyle.
Beverly Hosford, MA
Beverly Hosford, MA, is a successful entrepreneur and author. She holds degrees in exercise science and kinesiology, and teaches personal trainers, massage therapists, Pilates instructors, health coaches and yoga teachers. Bev guides her audience to go deeper with body awareness, anatomy and career mindfulness.
Lewis Howes
Lewis Howes is a New York Times best-selling author of The School of Greatness. He is a lifestyle entrepreneur, high-performance business coach and keynote speaker. A former professional football player and two-sport All-American, he is currently a USA Men's National Handball Team athlete. He was recognized by The White House and President Obama as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs in the country under 30. He is also a contributing writer for Entrepreneur magazine and Yahoo Health and has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Men's Health, and on the Today show and other major media outlets. Learn more at www.LewisHowes.com.
Adrian Hutber, PhD
Adrian Hutber, PhD, is the vice president of Exercise Is Medicine® at the American College of Sports Medicine. He has served as the vice president of a fitness corporation and as the director of the distance education division for the world's largest physical activity publisher, Human Kinetics. Adrian has published numerous studies in physiology and sports medicine scientific journals, authored the Pre-Exercise Health Screening course, is a board member of the U.S. National Advisory Council for Cancer and Exercise, and continues to serve on editorial boards as a reviewer for medical journals.
Amy Impellizzeri
Amy Impellizzeri is the co-developer of AYfit and its lead trainer. Continuously inspired to train larger and more diverse audiences, Amy has taken AYfit to global locales such as Kenya, Thailand, Australia, Europe and the United States. She is an AcroYoga® Level II teacher, a core conditioning teacher, a respected vinyasa yoga instructor and a certified personal trainer. Amy has taught dance for 26 years and presents regularly at Yoga Journal Conferences and festivals in her nurturing, challenging and fun style.
Keith Irace
Keith Irace is the senior director for group fitness for Equinox® with oversight of 80 locations and a team of over 2,400 instructors. A 25 year veteran of the fitness industry, he has been certified by ACE, AFAA, and Schwinn® Cycling, along with specialty training in ViPR™, BOSU®, Total Gym®, Step360™, Pilates mat, Indo-Row® and kettlebells, among others. Combining his passion for fitness, music and humor, Keith's classes are challenging, creative and positively driven by great beats and much laughter.
Alex Isaly
Alex Isaly has spent the last 20+ years as an elite athlete, celebrity and master trainer/coach, international fitness program developer/presenter, public speaker, certified nutritionist and author. He has had an impact on thousands of lives through his national and global fitness programs such as NBC's Radius, KettleWorX® and R.I.P.P.E.D.—The One Stop Body Shock. In addition, Alex has appeared on NBC Sports Network, the TODAY Show, Discovery Channel, The Talk, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and CNN News. He has also been a fitness contributor to several national publications such as, Shape, Men's Fitness, Oxygen and American Fitness. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Rina Jakubowicz
Rina Jakubowicz founded and owns two Rina Yoga studios in the Miami area. She is known for her vibrant and uplifting approach to yoga and is an international bilingual yoga teacher, reiki practitioner, author and TV show host. She has been a teacher of teachers for over 10 years, presenting at Kripalu Center, Wanderlust, Yoga Journal Conferences, Himalayan Institute, Omega Institute, Santa Fe Yoga Festival, as well as in countries across the globe. Rina is one of Gaiam TV's featured teachers, she is the yoga expert on Univision's Tu Desayuno Alegre, and she is a regular contributing writer for Yoga Journal Online, My Yoga Online, ElephantJournal.com and MindBodyGreen.com.
Skip Jennings
Skip Jennings is the author of The Lotus Kitchen and Spirit Explosions, a motivational speaker, trusted transformational coach, fitness instructor for SpiroFit.com, master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling, BOSU® and Water Rower, and owner of Mind, Body, Spirit Solutions LLC. Skip's presentations have been featured at IDEA and other industry conventions such as SCW, Crunch Conventions, canfitpro and IRHSA.
Stephanie Jennings
Stephanie Jennings drives MINDBODY®'s sales operations and strategies worldwide. Her understanding of appointment-based and member-based businesses comes from years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, group fitness instructor and personal trainer. Prior to joining MINDBODY in 2008, Stephanie worked in technology sales in the Internet and telephone communications industry. MINDBODY is a leading provider of business management software for the wellness services industry.
Natalie Jill
Natalie Jill is a licensed master sports nutritionist and functional fitness trainer. She has helped millions of people worldwide get in shape and be their best selves with her body weight only workout style. Her best-selling DVD, Rev4™, has been voted as a Top 10 DVD by Fitness Magazine, and she received a greatest.com award for the Best Free Workout Videos on YouTube. She is the creator of the 7 Day Jump Start Program book and DVDs.
Andrew Jones
Andrew Jones and Ruckus McKinley (a.k.a. The Brutez™) are international fitness dance presenters from Los Angeles. They have traveled the world making their mark as the dancing body builders and The Official Men of Zumba®. Their pumped urban dance classes will help you learn how to implement the cutting edge fitness variations and unique movements that you can apply to your classes to expand your creativity.
Lee Jordan
Lee Jordan spent much of his life at a healthy weight, however, Lee began steadily gaining weight and eventually found myself over 450 pounds, barely able to walk and tethered to an oxygen tank. After being inspired by his friend, a certified personal trainer, he began his journey to health and fitness by walking 30 seconds every morning. Now nearly 300 pounds lighter and healthy, he works as an ACE certified health coach helping people struggling with obesity rediscover a life of freedom through his physician endorsed wellness program, 30 Seconds to Victory.
Greg Justice, MA
Greg Justice, MA, is a best-selling author, speaker and CEO of the National Corporate Fitness Institute. He owns AYC Health & Fitness, Kansas City's original personal training center, established in 1986, and has been actively involved in the fitness industry for more than three decades as a club manager, owner, personal fitness trainer, and corporate wellness supervisor. Greg is the author of numerous books and writes for several industry publications.
June Kahn
June Kahn is the recipient of the 2009 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year award, the founder of June Kahn's Bodyworks, LLC, and is a Pilates rehabilitation specialist in Boulder, Colorado. Best known for bridging the gap between classical Pilates and the fitness industry, June is a special consultant to Curves International and the creator of their new dance and tone program. A published author and IDEA media spokesperson for Pilates, she's a subject expert writer for the ACE exam and an affiliate to the PhysicalMind Institute.
Paul Katami
Paul Katami has been teaching and presenting fitness internationally for over two decades and is the founder of several fitness programs. His class programs have gained popularity in the top fitness clubs across the country and abroad. Paul also stars in over 20 in-home workouts that have consistently been on top 10 lists and covered in the media. As a fitness expert, Paul has worked for Crunch and Equinox®, and is currently the director of programming for Beachbody® LIVE. Certification: ACE
Doug Katona, MS
Doug Katona, MS, is an internationally recognized strength coach and educator with over 20 years of experience as both an athlete and coach. As the head coach and co-founder of the High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Institute, Doug is responsible for programming athletes and populations such as SWAT/LEO, CrossFit athletes, gyms, firefighters and army ranger candidates. He developed the CrossFusion concept for health clubs and consults with many clubs/gyms on both instructor development and business planning. Doug is a certified coach with USATF and USAW, and holds several industry certifications. He has a master's degree in coaching and athletic administration.
David L. Katz, MD, MPH
David L. Katz, MD, MPH, is the founding director of Yale University's Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, and the current president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He earned a bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College, an MD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and an MPH from the Yale University School of Public Health. Dr. Katz completed sequential residency training in internal medicine and preventive medicine/public health. He is a two-time diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and a board-certified specialist in preventive medicine and public health. Recognized globally for expertise in nutrition, weight management and the prevention of chronic disease, he has a social media following of well over half a million. In 2015, Dr. Katz established the True Health Initiative to help convert what we know about lifestyle as medicine into what we do about it, in the service of adding years to lives and life to years around the globe.
Mark Kelly, PhD
Mark Kelly, PhD, is the chief science officer of the Medical Fitness Network and Baraka Community Wellness. He has been actively involved in the fitness industry for 30 years as a teacher of exercise physiology at academic institutions, an exercise physiologist for the American Council on Exercise, a corporate wellness director, and a master fitness trainer. In addition, Mark was a nationally ranked duathlete and collegiate bowler, and is still a competitive trail and mud runner. Currently on the board of directors for the Functional Aging Institute, Mark produces content for the Medical Fitness Network, and teaches kinesiology at Santa Ana Community College.
Judy King
Judy King is owner of Judy King Fitness, and is a TRX® senior master instructor with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is a trainer, presenter and coach, whose purpose is to inspire and ignite others with her energy, passion and knowledge. Judy is also a Les Mills International master trainer and DVD presenter, Life Fitness master trainer and most recently, a proud Mom! Certification: AFAC
Patricia Kirk, MS
Patricia Kirk, MS, has been in the fitness industry for 25 years and is currently an executive at East Bank Club. Her expertise is in managing large scope, multi-service, luxurious fitness club sites within urban settings. Patricia focuses on cultivating "high-vibration, high hospitality" club cultures. She has been a personal trainer for over 15 years, and as a student of meditation, she teaches Body-Meditation™, a unique body-centric technique.
Brett Klika
Brett Klika, CEO of SPIDERfit Kids (www.spiderfitkids.com) and an IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year, is a personal trainer, author and international motivational speaker inspiring men, women and children around the world to create a culture of wellness in their home and live the best version of their life.
Petra Kolber
Petra Kolber is a happiness expert, keynote speaker and movement motivator with 25 years' experience presenting around the world. Petra has spoken at TEDx and consulted for many companies, including Reebok, Gatorade®, California Walnuts and Health Magazine. Her mission is to inspire people to move more and fear less so that they can stretch their dreams, strengthen their courage muscle and build an inspired life, full of joy and gratitude.
Tatiana Kolovou, MBA
Tatiana Kolovou, MBA, has over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry as a national presenter and educator. Today, Tatiana coaches business students and corporate executives as a faculty member of a top ranked business school, and owns Team Performance, a training and professional development company. She has a bachelor's degree in exercise science and a master's degree in business administration. She is certified by ACE and ACSM, and is a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling Education.
Kim Kraushar
Kim has built an impressive reputation as an expert and leader in the health and wellness industry. She is a MERRITHEW™ Master Instructor Trainer and an integral member of the programming/education team, representing STOTT PILATES®, ZEN∙GA®, CORE™ Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training™ and Total Barre™ programming. Kim is the proud owner of one of the first STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Centers in Canada.
Stacey Lei Krauss
Stacey Lei Krauss is the creator of the barefoot fusion program The willPower Method® and the lead fitness advisor for Vibram FiveFingers®, specializing in foot fitness since 2000. Recipient of the 2014 ECA Best Female Presenter award, she is also the mindful music advisor for Power Music® and an advisory board member for NAFC. Stacey Lei has worked as a master trainer for BOSU®, Schwinn® Cycling and Peak Pilates®. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
Len Kravitz, PhD
Len Kravitz, PhD, is the program coordinator of exercise science and a researcher at the University of New Mexico where he received the Outstanding Teacher of the Year award. He was honored with the 2009 canfitpro Specialty Presenter of the Year award and chosen as the 2006 ACE Fitness Educator of the Year. Len holds a doctorate degree in exercise science and health promotion. Certifications: ACSM, NSCA
Shigeru Kusano
Shigeru Kusano is known for his joyful approach to teaching. He is one of four Club Spotlight presenters who will be introducing their popular original program, J-POP Dance. In Japan, his classes are filled by more than 100 people at any given time. His students walk away with smiles on their faces and a bounce in their step. Come join Shigeru and the Holiday Sports Club presenters for J-POP!
Vito La Fata
Vito La Fata is the founder of Fitness Profit Systems, the creator of the Fitnesspreneur's Life Podcast, a high performance business and marketing coach and a fitness coach. Vito helps fitness professionals launch their business, income and lifestyle so they can create a brand that matches their dreams. As an internationally recognized speaker, he has presented at industry events, including IDEA World Fitness Convention, IHRSA World Conference, MindBody Conference, Australian Fitness Health Expo, canfitpro, Fitness Business Summit, and Club Industry. Certifications: NASM
Ryan Lee
Ryan Lee is widely considered to be the most influential "lifestyle entrepreneur" in the fitness industry and has revolutionized the way fitness professionals create income. He started his first fitness website in 1999 and since then, Ryan and his clients have generated over $500 million in sales. He is a contributor to Entrepreneur, has been featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal, and is the founder of Freedym University (FreedymU.com), the world's largest lifestyle entrepreneurship training resource for fitness professionals.
Irene Lewis-McCormick, MS
Irene Lewis-McCormick, MS, is an award winning fitness expert with 30 years of training experience. She is the education director for Octane Fitness®, faculty at Drake University, and the author of A Woman's Guide to Muscle & Strength and The HIIT Advantage for Women. Irene is an American Council on Exercise subject matter expert and has presented for TRX®, Tabata Bootcamp™, Barre Above™, JumpSport® and Octane CROSS CiRCUIT.
Anna Lowery
Anna Lowery has been working in the fitness industry for 11 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in health and exercise from the University Of Oklahoma, and she is a LES MILLS trainer and presenter for BODYJAM™, SH'BAM™, RPM™, BODYCOMBAT™, CXWORX™ and BORN TO MOVE™. She had the privilege of being featured as a DVD presenter on RPM 68. She is passionate about performance and fun in fitness.
Angie Lustrick
Angie Lustrick is a certified nutritionist, C.H.E.K Instute holistic lifestyle coach, practitioner, and faculty member, as well as an author and in-demand public speaker with numerous appearances in print and live media. She has run her successful personal training and nutrition company, Angie's World, for over 15 years. In addition, Angie holds a certification in energy medicine and is a graduate of the Nine Gates Mystery School and the Advanced Training 3 Year Shamanic Program offered through the Foundation for Shamanic Studies.
Buddy Macuha
Buddy Macuha is the group fitness manager for Equinox® Pine Street, and a Northern California Cycling and Keiser International master trainer. Buddy has appeared as a fitness expert for numerous television shows and magazines and has presented at several IDEA and canfitpro conventions. He is a dynamic teacher who believes that you can do anything you set your mind to. Buddy holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology with specialization in exercise science. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Fabrizio Mancini, DC
Fabrizio Mancini, DC, is America's #1 Healthy Living Media Expert, a world renowned chiropractor, the best-selling author of The Power of Self-Healing and Chicken Soup for the Chiropractic Soul. An internationally acclaimed educator, business leader, speaker and president emeritus of Parker University, he has been featured on Dr. Phil, The Doctors, Fox News, CNN, CBS, ABC, NBC and others. Dr. Mancini has been interviewed for various documentaries and is the recipient of several awards such as Heroes for Humanity, Humanitarian of the Year, and CEO of the Year. He was also inducted into the Wellness Revolutionaries' Hall of Fame.
Tracy Martins
Tracy Martins is the owner of The Studio RYT, and as a co-trainer working with celebrity trainer Dolvett Quince, won three seasons of NBC's The Biggest Loser. A leader in health and wellness for over 25 years, Tracy is a certified group fitness instructor, personal trainer, yoga teacher, wellness coach and RealRyder® Indoor Cycle master trainer. Prior to his full-time fitness career, Tracy was a professional drummer and spent 10 years touring and recording with Gary Richrath's REO Speedwagon. Today, Tracy combines his significant drumming skills with his passion for cycling and fitness.
Tommy Matthews
Tommy Matthews is the head of education and programming for Escape Fitness®. A personal trainer for more than 12 years, Tommy has enjoyed developing curricula and educating others. In 2005 he launched his own education business, which led the way in product-based education and programming. Now working exclusively with Escape Fitness, Tommy and his team conduct education courses across Europe, the U.S. and Australia. In addition, they provide programming options and online learning.
Jessica Matthews, MS
Jessica Matthews, MS, is an assistant professor of health and exercise science at Miramar College, as well as an associate kinesiology faculty member at MiraCosta College. She serves as a senior advisor for health and fitness education for the American Council on Exercise, a contributing editor for Shape, and is a featured fitness expert and guest host on OWN TV's web-based series #OWNSHOW. A speaker and author specializing in developing and delivering educational content, Jessica is a respected go-to media resource, contributing to numerous publications and media outlets as a wellness expert and health coach. Certification: E-RYT 500
Rick Mayo
Rick Mayo is the founder and CEO of North Point Fitness (est. 1992) and Alloy Personal Training Solutions. Alloy services clubs worldwide in markets as remote as Tasmania and Poland. Rick is an industry board advisor for ACE, a think tank advisor for Gold's Gym®, and an advisor for the Association of Fitness Studios, the Atlanta School of Fitness, Georgia State University and Kennesaw University. He also contributes to national publications such as Men's Health.
Pete McCall, MA
Pete McCall, MA, is a personal trainer and fitness educator in San Diego. He has authored numerous articles, online blogs and textbook chapters. Currently, Pete is the science officer for the Institute of Motion and a freelance consultant working with certification organizations, apparel manufacturers and health insurance companies. He holds a master's degree in exercise science, is a fellow of Applied Functional Science®, and is certified as a personal trainer and strength and conditioning specialist. Certifications: ACE, NSCA-CSCS
Jeremy McCann
Jeremy McCann is the owner of Range of Motion Fitness, a corrective exercise facility in Riverside, California. He is a pain relief expert who is dedicated to helping people overcome chronic aches and pains so they can return to the activities they love. Jeremy holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science and several specialized certifications with The BioMechanics Method, Gray Institute® and Functional Movement Screen. Certifications: NASM, PTA Global
Stacy McCarthy
Stacy McCarthy is a nationally recognized wellness expert, a kinesiology professor specializing in health, nutrition and yoga studies, and a content developer, author and yoga educator. A 25 year yoga and fitness industry veteran, Stacy is also the founder of Yoga Namastacy, a company that offers world class yoga that integrates mind, body and spirit. Stacy was a finalist for the 2012 IDEA Instructor of the Year award. She holds a bachelor's degree in physical education.
Dana McCaw, MPH
Dana McCaw, MPH, is the group fitness manager of the Santa Monica Equinox® and brings close to 15 years of experience in the collegiate, private and corporate fitness and wellness sector. She holds a bachelor's degree in health promotion and a master's degree in public health. Dana is a certified health fitness specialist and thrives as both a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor for a variety of formats at Equinox. Certification: ACSM
James J. McCormick, MS
James J. McCormick, MS, is completing his doctoral degree in exercise science at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. His research interests include human performance, molecular and cellular adaptations of exercise in clinical and aging populations, as well as therapeutic interventions in diabetic and HIV+ patients.
Art McDermott
Art McDermott is the co-founder and COO for the National Corporate Fitness Institute in Prairie Road, Kansas. Art has owned several training facilities specializing in personal training, nutrition, and Boomer and older adult fitness. In addition, he has extensive experience conducting corporate trainings, boot camp sessions, and creating customized fitness programs for clients and companies in the corporate wellness arena. He works with large and small businesses, helping them to manage the issues revealed by an aging workforce. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Dan McDonogh
Dan McDonogh is based in Portland, OR and is the senior manager of performance training for Under Armour®. He has also played leading roles in other global fitness brands, including TRX® and Les Mills™. In 2012, Dan was named the IDEA® Fitness Instructor of the Year and was one of three finalists for the 2015 IDEA® Program Director of the Year. Certifications: CanFitPro
Erin McGill, MA
Erin McGill, MA, is the senior director of product development for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, where she oversees a team that is dedicated to the education and the career success of personal trainers and fitness professionals. She is a national presenter, specializing in topics on corrective exercise and behavior modification, and continues to train clients and teach group fitness in her spare time. She has 16 years of experience in the fitness industry and is dedicated to improving standards for quality education and deliveries for professionals and clients alike.
Ruckus McKinley
Andrew Jones and Ruckus McKinley (a.k.a. The Brutez™) are international fitness dance presenters from Los Angeles. They have traveled the world making their mark as the dancing body builders and The Official Men of Zumba®. Their pumped urban dance classes will help you learn how to implement the cutting edge fitness variations and unique movements that you can apply to your classes to expand your creativity.
Alex McLean
Alex McLean is a senior course instructor for TRX®, a featured instructor for FitnessGlo.com, and a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling, Jillian Michaels' BODYSHRED™ and ShockWave by IndoRow®. With 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Alex has appeared in multiple video and print fitness projects. A Los Angeles-based professional dancer and acrobat, he has performed with LeeAnn Rimes, Nike Culture Shock, the Reebok Performance Team, Disney and the NBA/WNBA. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Sherri McMillan, MSc
Sherri McMillan, MSc, has been inspiring the world to fitness for almost 25 years. She has received numerous industry awards, including the 2010 canfitpro International Fitness Presenter of the Year, the 2006 IDEA Fitness Director of the Year and the 1998 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year. As a fitness trainer, fitness columnist, and author of five books, Sherri is also a featured presenter in various fitness DVDs, and is a spokesperson for Nike, Schwinn® and PowerBar®. Sherri holds a master's degree in exercise science.
Minal Mehta, MBA
Minal Mehta, MBA, is the co-founder and president of BollyX®. With an MBA in general management from Harvard Business School, Minal has leveraged her expertise in marketing and strategy to drive BollyX's brand and build a vibrant community around healthy living. As a master trainer and choreographer for BollyX, she leads instructor certifications across the United States and teaches regularly in New York City. Minal has a fitness background in competitive synchronized swimming and water polo, and an artistic background in various styles of dance, including Bollywood, kathak, jazz and hip-hop. Certification: AFAA
Moira Merrithew
Moira Merrithew, together with president and CEO of MERRITHEW™, Lindsay G. Merrithew, has spent over two decades promoting the benefits of responsible exercise through their branded programming, including their premier Pilates brand, STOTT PILATES®. Moira certified as a Pilates instructor under the tutelage of Romana Kryzanowska at the original studio founded by Joseph H. Pilates. In addition to overseeing MERRITHEW's education department, Moira is a published author and media personality, presenting at numerous fitness industry events around the globe.
Jillian Michaels
Jillian Michaels is a best-selling author, Daytime Emmy nominated television personality, entrepreneur, and one of the nation's leading health and wellness experts. Considered one of the most inspiring people on television through her role as trainer, wellness expert and life coach on her hit TV shows and regular TV appearances, Michaels has created a brand name for herself. Before becoming a big media success, Jillian struggled with her own weight. She was determined to reach her goals, and through dedication and hard work, she did. Come and meet Jillian and her team of elite BODYSHRED™ trainers in her master class at this years' event!
Mike Michels
Mike Michels is the owner of M2 Live Fit LLC in Los Angeles, a health, fitness and sport-specific coaching company. He has been a product spokesperson and program creator for Schwinn®, Star Trac®, FreeMotion® and Matrix Fitness. Mike has presented at every major fitness conference and trade show around the world and been the lead instructor in over 20 fitness DVDs. He is on the board of directors for Metabolic Rx Therapy™ and develops the exercise prescriptions for their physical therapy software. He has competed for over 20 years in triathlons, mountain bike races and adventure races. Certification: NASM
Marty Miller, DHSc
Marty Miller, DHSc, is a National Academy of Sports Medicine health and fitness educator with more than 17 years experience in sports medicine, performance enhancement and injury prevention. Marty holds a master's degree in exercise science and injury prevention and a doctorate in health sciences. His advanced research project studied exercise causality orientations in order to determine if individuals had different beliefs and attitudes toward exercise. He was able to research how to motivate nonexercisers to become exercisers, and motivate traditional exercisers to maintain this healthy behavior. Certifications: NATA, NASM
Angie Miller, MS
Angie Miller, MS, is a health and fitness specialist, university educator and licensed professional counselor. A veteran to the fitness industry for over 20 years, Angie's mission to influence future leader brought her to Northern Illinois University, where she is a faculty instructor in the department of kinesiology and physical education. In addition, Angie presents at fitness conventions worldwide and trains industry professionals. She is a master instructor for NASM and Kettlebell® Concepts, and a certification specialist for AFAA. Angie writes for fitness journals and digital communities, and publishes a weekly blog for CollageVideo.com Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM
Shanna Missett Nelson
Kara Mohr, PhD, FACSM
Kara Mohr, PhD, FACSM, is co-owner of Mohr Results, Inc., in Louisville, Kentucky. She is an internationally known presenter in the area of mindset, weight loss and behavior change. Kara is also a contributor for ReebokONE. She holds a bachelor's of science degree in psychology from Pennsylvania State University, and a master's of science degree and a doctorate degree in exercise physiology from the University of Pittsburgh.
Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD
Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD, is the co-owner of Mohr Results, Inc., in Louisville, Kentucky. He is a nutrition spokesperson and consultant to a variety of companies; some current and recent partners include General Mills Bell Institute of Health, Nestlé, Clif Bar®, the Almond Board of California, the National Cattleman's Beef Association, Reebok, Nordic Naturals® and the Cincinnati Bengals. Chris is a registered dietitian and holds a master's degree in nutrition and a doctoral degree in exercise physiology.
Margaret Moore, MBA
Margaret Moore, MBA, is a 17 year veteran of the biotechnology industry and founder of the Wellcoaches School of Coaching for health professionals. She is also a co-founder and co-director of the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, and faculty at the Harvard University Extension School, where she teaches coaching psychology. She co-founded the National Consortium for Credentialing Health and Wellness Coaches, which is developing national standards and certification. Margaret and a colleague are currently writing the first coaching textbook on health care, The Coaching Psychology Manual, and a Harvard health book, entitled Organize Your Mind, Organize Your Life.
Teri Mosey, PhD
Teri Mosey, PhD, has 18 years experience as a consultant, educator and exercise physiologist. Her knowledge and expertise has developed over the years to include studies of Eastern and Western philosophies, energy medicine, and culinary exploration. Teri strives to assist others to discover their personal path to wellness. She holds a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, as master's degree in exercise physiology, a doctorate in holistic nutrition, and is a graduate of culinary studies.
Luciano Mottola
Luciano Mottola is a sought after international fitness presenter known for his unique approach to dance and step choreography, as well as his body sculpt and functional training classes. Luciano has presented his techniques in 35 countries around the globe. A student of physiotherapy, Luciano is also the coordinator for the Italian Fitness Association, one of the most popular fitness schools in Italy.
Charlotte Munn
Charlotte Munn is living proof that yoga can change your life. She came to yoga to combat the aches and pains of being a coach potato turned workout enthusiast and what she found was astounding positive transformation of her whole self. It was a natural path for her to become a teacher and teacher trainer. Today, Charlotte oversees CorePower Yoga's yoga sculpt format nationwide. She has been designing and leading teacher trainings and bootcamp programs since 2010 and serves as the Los Angeles/Orange County regional manager for CorePower Yoga. Certification: E-RYT
Tricia Murphy-Madden
Tricia Murphy-Madden is a group fitness veteran of 22 years, a fitness director for two health clubs in Seattle, and a program creator for Savvier. In addition to co-creating Barre Above™, she has developed many highly acclaimed programs for the industry, including Urban Striptease Aerobics, My Best Friends Workout, a fitness program designed for pet owners to get in shape while walking their pet, and now the ABC's of Exercise, a children's book that provides 10–20 minutes of exercise for kids ages 3–6 years old.
Mindy Mylrea
Mindy Mylrea is a respected presenter who has inspired and motivated fitness professionals worldwide. She is a recipient of the IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year, and the canfitpro and ECA Presenter of the Year awards. Mindy is the creator and lead talent behind Tabata Bootcamp™ and Gliding™, and she is a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling, Body Bar®, BOSU® and Flirty Girl Fitness®. The owner of FitFlix Productions, Mindy has starred in over 400 instructional videos and authored numerous articles. She is currently the host of Orbitrek Elite and 6 Minutes to Slim It infomercials.
Stacy Nelson, EdD
Stacy Nelson, EdD, brings more than 30 years of experience in leadership development to the VitalSmarts® faculty. A recipient of the Zapara award for excellence in teaching, Stacy consistently receives accolades for his charismatic presentation style and highly effective training design. Serving as a personal coach to many hospitals, educational institutions and corporate executives, Stacy is frequently invited to deliver keynote speeches at local and national conventions. Stacy has become a trusted leader in corporate training and organizational performance. He helps teams and companies increase organizational effectiveness, achieve bottom-line results, and become measurably more vital.
Jason Nemer
Jason Nemer is the co-founder of AcroYoga®. During his teenage years he trained with some of the top Russian and Bulgarian acrobatic masters. In 1991, Jason represented the U.S. at the World Championships of Sports Acrobatics in Beijing. In 1996, he performed acrobatics at the Olympic games. Jason is an acrobatic coach that builds systems and trains teachers. AYFit is his latest offering designed to bring acrobatics to the mainstream.
Emily Newlands
Emily Newlands is a certified Jazzercise instructor at the premier Jazzercise center in Carlsbad, CA. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, in global studies and French and is currently working toward a master's degree in human clinical nutrition from the Maryland University of Integrative Health. Emily is a BASI-certified Pilates instructor and teaches yoga, Pilates, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, ballroom and musical theatre. In addition to teaching Jazzercise classes, she is an instructor development and training specialist for Jazzercise Inc. She has performed at Jazzercise conventions, led elite instructor trainings and taught at the Beach Fitness Festival in Bibione, Italy.
Takako Niimi
Takako Niimi is a star presenter with Holiday Sports Club, Japan. She is one of four dynamic Club Spotlight presenters who will be introducing their popular original program, J-POP Dance. Takako is known for her graceful style and magnetic personality, always turning out a superior performance. Come join Takako and the Holiday Sports Club presenters for J-POP!
Brian Nunez
Brian Nunez runs a successful training center in San Jose, CA. He speaks around the country as an industry leader and motivates coaches on how to deliver results to their clients. Brian is also a TEAM SPRI board member, SPRI master instructor and IGNITE360 master trainer and presenter. Brian prides himself on not just coaching athletes but being one as well. He has run in 20+ half marathons, two marathons which include Boston and Big Sur completing the Boston to Big Sur challenge, an Ironman, and GORUCK Tough challenge, and taking first place in the IDEA "I Will" Challenge which was a national fitness challenge. Brian holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology from San Jose State University. He is a certified personal trainer and performance enhancement specialist. Additionally Brian holds certifications with TRX®, and is a holistic lifestyle coach through the C.H.E.K Institute. Certification: NASM
Tony Nuñez
Tony Nuñez, MS, is a doctoral student in exercise science at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. His specific interests include metabolic conditioning and disease prevention, sports performance, and exercise nutrition for the general population. Tony holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and a master's degree in exercise science. He also holds an Exercise Is Medicine certificate from the American College of Sports Medicine. Tony enjoys surfing, golfing, team sports and resistance training. Certifications: ACSM, NSCA
Robin O' Grady
Robin O'Grady owns the Mindset Performance Center in Alberta, Canada. She is a passionate group fitness instructor and has been dedicated to teaching health and fitness for more than a decade. Robin runs an annual apprenticeship program, where she mentors new instructors for the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA). She is also a regular presenter and educator at facilities and conferences across North America and is proud to be a certified mindset coach, master trainer for Lebert Fitness and Bender Ball and assistant trainer for the AFLCA. A dedicated educator, Robin is known for consistently delivering workshops that are uplifting and inspiring!
Ingrid Owen
Ingrid Owen started her career in fitness over 30 years ago as an instructor and personal trainer. She has managed and led fitness programming in numerous health club chains before taking her current role at In-Shape Health Clubs as the senior vice president of fitness. In this role, she oversees all aspects of the member experience, including personal training, small-group training, group fitness, and additional member programming like tennis, racquetball and swimming. She maintains her passion for teaching by coaching and training instructors to be the best at delivering a high quality experience in every class they teach.
Bernadette O'Brien, MA, MA
Bernadette O'Brien, MA, MA, teaches fitness classes for all populations and she has acquired the nickname Super Betty for her unmatched dynamism. Bernadette was voted the Most Energized, Amazing Woman in America by Centrum®, winning over applicants in their 50s, 60s and 70s. At 85, Bernadette not only teaches, but inspires by doing charity work and helping the world rethink what "teaching seniors" really means today. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
PJ O'Clair
MERRITHEW™ Master Instructor Trainer PJ O'Clair has been a leader and consultant in the fitness industry for more than 25 years. A valuable member of the programming team, PJ specializes in STOTT PILATES®, Total Barre® and ZEN∙GA™ Mindful Movement and is the owner, president and educational director of New England-based Northeast Pilates, a STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Center. She is a featured performer and instructor in numerous fitness videos, including over 30 titles with MERRITHEW.
Portia Page
Portia Page has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years as a teacher, program director, international presenter and author. She is the education project manager for Balanced Body® and a U.S. national trainer for LES MILLS BODYFLOW™ and CXWORX™. Portia holds a bachelor's degree in cognitive science from UC San Diego and is the author of Pilates Illustrated (over 10,000 copies sold). Certifications: ACE, AFAA, PMA
Lenny Parracino
Lenny Parracino is a faculty member for the Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science® and has spent over 20 years serving the health industry as a soft tissue therapist and international lecturer. Formerly an instructor and clinician for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Lenny has written educational materials and consulted for various medical organizations around the world. He holds a degree in health science and has a license to practice soft tissue therapy in the state of California.
Eric Paskel
Eric Paskel is known for his rock 'n roll personality in the quiet world of yoga. He is an international yoga teacher, a marriage-family and child counselor, and a motivational speaker. Eric has been a teacher of teachers for over 16 years, presenting at Yoga Journal Conferences, Kripalu Center, Bhakti Yoga Fest, Wanderlust, Telluride Yoga Festival and the Southeast Yoga Festival. He is one of Gaiam TV's featured teachers, and has contributed articles to many publications. Eric is also a brand ambassador for Ahnu® Shoes, Breathe In Detroit, Violet Love, Vega, Spiritual Gangster and Belatees. Eric's latest creation is his greatest masterpiece, Electric Soul Yoga.
Shahil Patel
Shahil Patel is the co-founder and CEO of BollyX®. Prior to BollyX, he served as the president, CEO and artistic director of Ishaara Dance Company, the first ever Bollywood group to make the semifinals of NBC's America's Got Talent! He has choreographed, produced and led over 200 Bollywood performances for private clients nationwide, and performed alongside celebrity superstars including Gloria Estefan, Jamie Foxx and Diana Ross. With a rare blend of Indian heritage, American upbringing and years of experience in the entertainment industry, Shahil is a leading expert in the art of integrating Bollywood and Hollywood. Certification: AFAA
Kylan Pimley
Kylan Pimley owns Baby Boot Camp® and Karna Fitness™ in Beaverton, Oregon, where she also works as a Core9 birth recovery master trainer for Baby Boot Camp. She earned her bachelor's degree in business and sports marketing from Eastern Washington University, after which she worked in the global sports marketing division at Nike World Headquarters in athlete hospitality, supporting the 2008 Beijing Olympics and World Track & Field Championships in Japan and Berlin. Certification: ACE
Chris Plourde
Chris Plourde is a personal fitness trainer, coach and consultant with over 18 years of experience. Based in Santa Monica, California, Chris runs group fitness camps, YogaCross, private training and an online coaching business for endurance athletes. He also provides continuing education and lectures on the physical and mental aspects of fitness for the Indoor Cycling Group (ICG). Chris continues to mentor and consult with fitness professionals, gyms, studios, colleges and universities with his formula workshop series for professional development. Chris holds a bachelor's degree in business marketing and exercise science. Certification: NASM
Charles Poliquin
Charles R. Poliquin is recognized as one of the world's most accomplished strength coaches. He attributes his success to his quest for the "magical training program", which has led him to produce hundreds of medals, wins and personal bests for many elite athletes in over 17 different sports including athletes from the summer and winter Olympics, the NHL, and NFL. As the creator of Poliquin Performance Center, Charles dedicates his time to educating strength coaches from around the world so they can produce world class athletes.
Krista Popowych
Krista Popowych has been inspiring fitness leaders, trainers and managers for over two decades with her motivating, creative and practical sessions. As the 2014 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year and a two-time canfitpro Canadian Fitness Presenter of the Year, Krista is a highly sought after educator and speaker. As a TV personality, education director and international trainer for Keiser® and JumpSport®, and an Adidas sponsored 3-stripe team member, Krista's goal has always been to inspire others through movement and education.
Kirsten Potenza
Kirsten Potenza is the CEO and co-founder of the groundbreaking fitness program, POUND—Rockout.Workout™. Kirsten, a former division 1 athlete at UCLA and multimodal artist, contributes her business and sociology background to POUND. Fusing their love of music, creativity and innovation to the fields of fitness and business, Kirsten and Cristina invented Ripstix®, weighted drumsticks specifically engineered to intensify the POUND workout.
Fraser Quelch
Fraser Quelch is an internationally renowned fitness expert and a founding member of the revolutionary training company, TRX®. He is an award winning presenter who's been featured at conferences and events all over the world, including an appearance on the TEDx stage. Fraser combines an animated, entertaining style with his knowledge and gift to motivate and inspire. His provocative presentations have been known to stretch the minds of his audiences and provide practical, relevant and effective training solutions.
Erika Quest
Erika Quest is the owner of Studio Q Pilates Conditioning in Laguna Beach, California. She is part of the Balanced Body® faculty and the BOSU® development team, and she is a Body Arts & Science International® graduate. Erika is also a regular instructor for the prestigious Pilates Anytime, Inc., a premier presenter at many national and international fitness conventions and a passionate published freelance writer. Certification: PMA
Michelle Ratcliffe, PhD
Michelle Ratcliffe, PhD, is the vice president of sales and marketing at Truitt Family Foods®, where she directs activities to get shelf-stable, plant-based protein products to the K–12, health care, and college and university markets. With over 20 years experience, Michelle researched ways to make it easier to get local foods on our tables, and then advocated for policies that do just that. In 2014, her work received the North American Agricultural Marketing Excellence Award. Michelle holds a doctorate degree in agriculture, food and the environment and a master of environmental law and policy degree from Vermont Law School.
Scott Rawcliffe
Scott Rawcliffe is the owner/operator of Revera Health & Fitness in Queensland, Australia, and a popular educator, having presented at some of the top gyms and conferences worldwide. He is also a leading authority on social media for fitness professionals and consults for numerous industry experts. Scott's unique ability to make technical information easy to understand, along with this passion and enthusiasm for enabling people to move and live better, is what makes his presentations enjoyable and engaging. Scott holds a bachelor's degree in physical education from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario.
Gabby Reece
Gabby Reece, professional volleyball player, actress, model and author, is also the host of NBC's transformation competition series STRONG. Known to be one of the best professional women volleyball players in the world, Gabby has long been an instrumental voice in the fitness industry. As a fitness expert, she has written for Yahoo Health, the Huffington Post and the Los Angeles Times Magazine, as well as serving as host on the Fit TV series Insider Trading, where she discusses training and conditioning techniques with professional athletes.
Adam Reid
Adam Reid is the lead master trainer for RealRyder® International. Recognized as one of the leading indoor cycling instructors in Los Angeles, Adam certifies RealRyder® instructors and promotes the brand at top fitness industry conferences worldwide. His teaching passion is driven by 16 years of cycling through heavy traffic and inclement weather in Manchester, London, San Francisco and New York City. Adam holds certifications with AFAA, NASM, Schwinn®, Spinning® and Keiser® Indoor Cycling.
Rick Richey, MS
Rick Richey, MS, is an international speaker who provides solid evidence-based education for personal fitness trainers in the areas of client assessment, injury prevention and performance enhancement. He is a master instructor for NASM, adjunct faculty at the California University of Pennsylvania, and the owner of a personal training studio called Independent Training Spot in New York City. Rick has worked with numerous film and television personalities, professional athletes and traditional clients to help them reach their goals. He holds a master's degree in exercise science. Certifications: NASM, NSCA
Dan Ritchie, PhD
Dan Ritchie, PhD, has a broad background in the fitness industry, including training and management in commercial and university/hospital-based fitness facilities. His primary areas of expertise are in personal training for special populations: athletes, pregnancy, blind, stroke recovery, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, fibromyalgia, and Alzheimer's. He has worked with Division I athletes, some of whom have been professionally drafted. He has also worked on state funded research on exercise for severe dementia Alzheimer's type. He regularly presents at national and regional conferences and has been active on committees for the American College of Sports Medicine.
Keli Roberts
Keli Roberts is the recipient of the 2003 IDEA International Fitness Instructor of the Year award, and was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame. In 2012, Keli was awarded Presenter of the Year for Empower! Conventions. As an ACE master trainer and continuing education provider, Keli is known for her acclaimed workshops worldwide. Her award winning DVDs demonstrate her exceptional teaching skills. She holds several industry certifications as well as one from Precision Nutrition. Additionally, Keli is an SCW faculty member, a BOSU® developmental team member and a Schwinn® master trainer. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
Mike Z. Robinson
Mike Z. Robinson is a well known personal trainer, fitness entrepreneur, and business coach, and the owner of MZR Fitness and Mike Z. Robinson Enterprises in San Luis Obispo, California. He is the recipient of the 2015 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year award and is a media spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise. Mike is a graduate of Sonoma State University. Certification: ACE
Jonathan Ross
Jonathan Ross is a two-time Personal Trainer of the Year award winner (ACE and IDEA), brain fitness expert and blogger for ACE and Discovery Fit and Health, as well as a master trainer for ACE, SPRI®, and Tabata Bootcamp™. His "800 pounds of parents" directly inspired Jonathan's prolific fitness career. His book, Abs Revealed, delivers a modern, intelligent approach to abdominal training. A former astronomer, Jonathan used to study stellar bodies…now he builds them!
Janis Saffell
Janis Saffell has over 25 years of experience as a fitness leader, presenter, and health advocate. Her journey has taken her from being a classically trained ballet dancer to a gymnast, martial artist, and national and world aerobic champion. As the president and CEO of Fitness Express International, Janis has created top notch educational programs such as FIERCE4® Fitness. With over 70 fitness videos to her name, she is a sought after expert for magazines such as SELF and Muscle & Fitness. Janis continues to work globally as a fitness consultant, branding coach and presenter. Certifications: AAAI/ISMA, ACE, AFAA, NASM
Robert E. Sallis, MD, FACSM
Robert E. Sallis, MD, FACSM, is a family physician practicing at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Fontana, California, where he also serves as co-director of their sports medicine fellowship program. He is a past president of the American College of Sports Medicine and currently sits as chair of the Exercise Is Medicine® program. Dr. Sallis is the physician spokesperson for the Every Body Walk! campaign and is board certified in family medicine. He also holds a certificate of added qualifications in sports medicine.
Phil Sanchez
Phil Sanchez is a seasoned professional who has been working passionately in the fitness industry since 1991. He holds a bachelor's of science degree in exercise science and has been managing and coaching group fitness instructors since 1998. Currently, Phil is the group fitness director for Bay Club Carmel Valley in San Diego. Phil is excited to share his experience and knowledge with our new generation of fitness professionals. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
Kathleen Sand
Kathleen Sand received her PhD in biomechanics from the University of Southern California in 2004 and has worked in the sport performance enhancement arena as a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee Sport Science Team (2000, 2004, 2006 Olympic Games); in the injury biomechanics arena as an injury consultant for litigation; and as a university professor. Kathleen began a consistent yoga practice in 2008 and was inspired to modify her career path to combine biomechanics and yoga. Currently, Kathleen serves as yoga teacher, movement educator, and Southern California director of operations for CorePower Yoga.
Krystal Say
Krystal is an advocate for Total Wellness and truly believes one never stops learning. Earning her bachelor's degree in Exercise Science she has expanded her knowledge base to become a certified Health Coach through IIN, a Senior Course Instructor with TRX and continues her journey as a registered Power Yoga Teacher. As her Journey through Wellness continues she aligns herself and her teachings with the TRX brand and philosophy communicating a clear vision to merge her two passions and introduce the ultimate TRX Yoga experience.
Jeffrey Scott
Jeffrey Scott is the senior national group fitness manager of cycling for Equinox Fitness Clubs®, an international fitness presenter, and the lead master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling. With more than 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Jeffrey has conducted instructor training workshops in over 15 countries around the world and is recognized as a top fitness educator, instructor and personal trainer who is known for his creative program development and motivational teaching. Certification: ACE, AFAA
Ashley Selman
Ashley Selman is the founder of Evolution Trainers, a 14,000 square foot elite personal training and small-group training studio. She has assembled a world class team of over 40 top health and fitness professionals and is generating over $4,000,000 in revenue per year within her facility alone! She is now expanding her reach outside of Evolution Trainers as a national presenter and studio start-up coach to help fitness entrepreneurs around the country achieve the business of their dreams. Ashley holds a master's degree in sports psychology. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Chris Severs
Chris Severs has been an equipment designer, educator and trainer since 2008. In 2013, Chris developed The Art of Anchor Point Training. His designs are being used in physio clinics, universities, martial arts facilities, ballet schools, commercial gyms and boot camps. Chris has presented at the Functional Aging Summit, the Fit Body Boot Camp World Congress and the NOR-CAL Fitness Summit. He will be presenting and training again at these three events and others in 2016.
Robert Sherman
Robert Sherman is the general manager of Bridges Fitness and Yoga and owner of Robert Sherman Fitness LLC. He is a master instructor for SPRI®, Schwinn® Cycling, and ActivMotion® Bar. With 34 years in the health industry, he is a well known speaker, trainer and program consultant for studios, clubs, wellness facilities and conventions throughout the United States and internationally. He holds a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Maryland, and is a gold certified personal trainer and fitness instructor with ACE, AFAA and ACSM.
Aileen Sheron
Aileen Sheron has been an innovator and fitness entrepreneur since 1979. She has starred in over 30 exercise videos and has been featured on TV, radio, and in print as a fitness expert. She is the inventor of the patented OmniBall®, as well as other products. An international presenter and continuing education provider, Aileen also consults on product and program development. She teaches at Renaissance ClubSport, UCI, and Breakthru Fitness. Certification: ACE
Jeremy Shore
Jeremy Shore is the group education director at Matrix Fitness and a master trainer for TriggerPoint™ and Dynamax medicine balls. With more than 18 years experience in the fitness industry, Jeremy has made appearances on The Doctors and The Rachael Ray Show, and is an expert contributor for ReebokONE and Livestrong.com. Jeremy is the founder of StrengthToServe.com, an organization whose purpose is to mobilize the global fitness industry to serve local nonprofits. Certifications: NASM, NSCA-CSCS
Cody Sipe, PhD
Cody Sipe, PhD, is a co-founder of the Functional Aging Institute. His mission is to teach fitness professionals how to train older clients through innovative, evidence-based education programs such as the Functional Aging Specialist Certification, as well as how to grow their business with the largely underserved population of mature adults. Regarded as one of the industry's foremost authorities on fitness and aging, Cody has over 20 years of experience as a researcher, educator, trainer and business owner.
Lynne Skilton-Hayes
Lynne Skilton-Hayes is the fitness program supervisor at the University of Guelph where she is responsible for hundreds of programs for students, faculty, staff and the community. She holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science and brings over 20 years of education and experience to the fitness industry. Lynne is an international fitness presenter/educator and a canfitpro ProTrainer, and has done work for television, print and online DVD curricula. Certifications: ACE, canfitpro
Mark Snow, MA
Mark Snow, MA, is a co-owner of CrossFit Solaria where he and his wife Nikki offer kettlebell and CrossFit-based group fitness classes. A certified athletic trainer, he is also a Functional Movement Screen instructor for Functional Movement Systems. Mark authored the e-book, Using the FMS in Your Fitness Business Setting. Currently, he is a co-coordinator of the human performance major at Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska. Certifications: NASM, NSCA-CSCS
Kimberly Spreen-Glick
Kimberly Spreen-Glick is the senior director of group fitness programming for Life Time, a premier "healthy way of life" company that operates over 115 centers across the U.S. and Canada. She is the 2015 IDEA Program Director of the Year, a member of the IDEA program director committee and the star of several exercise videos. Kimberly is also the co-creator of 5 Star Development Training and co-producer of EMPOWER! Events. Known for her passion, enthusiasm and humor, Kimberly travels the world as a presenter, motivational speaker and continuing education provider. Certifications: ACE, RYT-200
Nora St. John, MS
Nora St. John, MS, is the education program director for Balanced Body®, where she creates instructor training programs for Pilates, MOTR®, Bodhi Suspension System®, CoreAlign®, Balanced Body Barre® and Anatomy in Three Dimensions™. She has been a Pilates teacher since 1988 with an emphasis on using movement science to create learning experiences that are innovative, enlightening and effective. She holds degrees in biology, dance and traditional Chinese medicine, and is the author of 15 teacher training manuals and magazine articles.
Jason Stella
Jason Stella has been in the fitness industry for 20 years. He is the former vice president of the fitness division at 24-Hour Fitness®, as well as the former director of education at Life Time Fitness, where he developed a multimillion dollar brand called Alpha Training. His education courses have helped thousands of trainers build a successful career in health and fitness. Jason holds a bachelor's degree in biology and is certified as a Muscle Activation Techniques® specialist, a C.H.E.K Institute golf biomechanic and a holistic life coach. Certification: NASM
Nadine Stewart
Nadine Stewart is an AFAA certified personal trainer and ACE certified group fitness instructor. She is a master instructor for the Spinning®, Ugi®, and Bodyblade® programs. She currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Kyle Stull, MS
Kyle Stull, MS, is the senior master trainer for TriggerPoint™, where he collaborates with universities and professionals to develop evidence-based programming. Kyle is also an instructor for NASM's fitness and corrective exercise workshops. He holds a master's degree in rehabilitation and is a licensed massage therapist with more than 12 years of experience. Kyle is presently completing his doctoral degree, and is a member of the Fascia Research Society and the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine.
Casey Stutzman
Casey Stutzman is the owner of The Performance Locker in Alpena, Michigan, where he shares his passion and knowledge for functional and movement-based training with the community. He is a master trainer for TRX®, BOSU®, Surge™ and RealRyder®, and conducts seminars and workshops to help other fitness professionals expand their knowledge base and skill set. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Jin Suzuki
Jin Suzuki is known for his fast and agile movement. An 11 year karate master, Jin combines karate and traditional fitness to create a special fitness experience. He is one of four Club Spotlight presenters who will be introducing their popular original program J-POP Dance. Come join Jin and the Holiday Sports Club presenters for J-POP!
Corey Taylor
Corey Taylor owns Corey Taylor Sports Performance in Louisville, Kentucky. He is a nationally recognized performance coach, powerful motivator, personal trainer, speaker and author who works with professional athletes in the NFL, MLS and MMA. In 2014, Corey was the first recipient of the International Youth Conditioning Association Coach of Distinction award and was selected as the head performance coach of the College Gridiron Showcase all-star game in 2015. Corey holds a bachelor's degree in communications and pre-law. Certification: USAW.
Doris Thews
Doris Thews is a 30 year fitness veteran who consults with and represents several fitness brands. She is the program director for Indo-Row® and ShockWave, a senior master trainer and global mentor for Schwinn® Cycling, an international development master trainer team member for BOSU®, an advisory board member for Power Music®, and the lead Ryka® fit-pro ambassador. Doris is also a former divisional director for a large U.S. health club chain and now owns a fitness consulting business. Certifications: ACE, AFAA
Jesse Thomas, MS
Jesse Thomas, MS, is a master trainer and national presenter for the Indoor Cycling Group (ICG) of North America. With over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Jesse has applied his well rounded and diverse background to his coaching. A competitive multisport athlete and mixed martial arts practitioner, Jesse has been a strength and conditioning coach to collegiate and professional athletes. He has vast experience managing multiple corporate and commercial health clubs, and is a national course presenter for the NAFC and a continuing education provider for ACE, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, and NAFC. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Walter R. Thompson, PhD, FACSM
Walter R. Thompson, PhD, FACSM, is the associate dean of graduate studies and research, as well as a tenured regents' professor of kinesiology and health within the College of Education and Human Development and School of Public Health at Georgia State University. Thompson has been the chairman of the ACSM committee on certification and education, the ACSM American Fitness Index™, the ACSM publications committee, and the founding chairman of the committee on accreditation for the exercise sciences for the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
Zoey Trap, MSc
Zoey Trap, MSc, has over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry and holds a master's degree in exercise science with a research focus on alternative therapy and the spine. She is a Peak Pilates® master trainer and senior program specialist, co-author of the Peak Pilates instructor education program, and co-owner of Pilates Solutions. Zoey has studied extensively with Mary Bowen and Lolita San Miguel and has been featured in multiple DVDs and on Pilates Anytime. Zoey is also a Jivamukti™ certified instructor.
Steven Trotter, MS
Steven Trotter, MS, is the assistant director for fitness programs at Virginia Tech. He holds a master's degree in health and physical education and a bachelor's degree in exercise science. Steven holds several specialty certifications with LES MILLS, including BODYPUMP™, BODYJAM™, BODYCOMBAT™, BODYSTEP™, and BODYATTACK™. He has presented at state, regional and national conferences in addition to serving as the past NIRSA fitness committee chair, the 2013 NIRSA fitness/wellness triventure chair, and a 2016 NIRSA creative excellence committee member. A subject matter expert, Steven has previously served on the industry advisory panel for ACE. Certifications: ACE, ACSM
Neil Troutman
Neil Troutman has been teaching indoor cycling for 20 years and now brings his expertise Stages™ Cycling as a master educator. He is also founder of the International Velocity Indoor Cycling program. While presenting and delivering education globally to new and experienced instructors, Neil can still be found on the lead bike teaching for numerous boutique cycling studios around London, UK.
Fen Tung
Fen Tung is the product director and master trainer at BollyX®. She has been working in the fitness industry for more than 12 years and holds numerous certifications. Fen began as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor and then became a master trainer for both ISCA and BollyX. Fen's expertise is in educating fitness instructors on effective teaching methodologies, with emphasis on pre-cuing and proper technique and alignment. Fen leads the regional training team at BollyX and is based in Boston, where BollyX's largest community thrives. Fen's passion is education and inspiring others to lead healthy and fit lives. Certifications: AFAA, NASM
Peter Twist, MSc
Peter Twist, MSc, is the president and CEO of Twist Sport Conditioning™ (TSC). He is an exercise physiologist with a specialization in coaching science and a consultant to international sport governments. TSC operates franchised functional training gyms and trainer certifications globally. Peter has received awards from the NSCA and canfitpro, and is the recipient of the 2010 IDEA Program Director of the Year award and the 2013 IDEA Fitness Inspiration Award. Peter is a passionate motivational speaker at corporate keynotes and in Vancouver mentorship retreats, helping people unlock their potential. Certification: NSCA
Craig Valency, MA
Craig Valency, MA, president and co-founder of SPIDERfit, has been a personal trainer for 11 years. Currently working at Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, Craig specializes in youth strength and conditioning programs that promote physical literacy, injury prevention and optimal performance. In addition to his work with elite young athletes, Craig implemented the SPIDERfit program and taught physical education for underprivileged schools in South San Diego. Craig holds a master's degree in kinesiology from San Diego State University. Certification: NSCA-CSCS
Louis van Amstel
Louis van Amstel is a grand slam three-time World Latin Dance Champion. He is best known for his nine stunning turns on Dancing With the Stars with celebrities such as Kelly Osbourne, Priscilla Presley, Niecy Nash and Sabrina Bryan. Louis is an Emmy nominated choreographer and regularly choreographs for So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing With the Stars. Louis now focuses on his fast growing dance fitness program, LaBlast® Fitness and his activewear clothing line LVA Lifestyle.
Sandra Van Gilder, DPT
Sandra Van Gilder, DPT, has been a physical therapist and trainer in the San Diego area for more than 13 years and is a co-founder of Longevity Physical Therapy. She has a passion for teaching her patients and clients functional movements to restore health, prevent injuries and enhance performance. Her most recent project is to bring a fresh, new therapeutic approach to small-group and group exercise classes, a program that empowers group instructors to treat and prevent injuries, as well as enhance the health of their class participants.
Helen Vanderburg
Helen Vanderburg is the owner of Heavens Elevated Fitness and Fusion Fitness Training™. With over 30 years of experience in club management, program development and motivational speaking, she brings a wealth of experience to her presentations worldwide. She is the recipient of many industry awards, including the 2005 IDEA Instructor of the Year and the 2015 Canadian Presenter of the Year, an elite athlete as a former World Champion synchronized swimmer, and an honored member of the Sports Hall of Fame. She is an education developer and master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling, BOSU® and Total Gym®. Certifications: ACE, E-RYT
Shana Verstegen
Shana (Martin) Verstegen is the fitness director at Supreme Health and Fitness in Madison, WI. A master instructor for TRX® and the American Council on Exercise®, Shana is also a six-time world champion lumberjack athlete and holds records as a collegiate pole vaulter and is a nationally ranked fitness competitor. Shana holds a degree in kinesiology/exercise science from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and is a prenatal fitness expert with ACE®. An energetic and personable speaker, Shana is the national spokesperson for the Huntington's Disease Society of America. Certifications: ACE, NASM, NFPT
Diane Vives, MS
Diane Vives, MS, is the owner and director of Vives Training Systems and Fit4Austin in Austin, Texas. She is an internationally recognized presenter who focuses on providing integration strategies based on science and experience. Her focus is on creating a smart and progressive approach to both fitness and sports performance. Diane also serves as the director of education for Functional Movement Systems and has served on the NSCA board of directors and the Under Armour® performance training council. Elevating the level of performance training applications for the fitness and sports performance professional drives her experiences. Certifications: NSCA-CPT, CSCS
Amanda Vogel, MA
Amanda Vogel, MA, is a fitness instructor and the owner of ActiveVoice.ca, a writing, editing and consulting service for the fitness industry. In addition to being a social media manager and consultant for major fitness brands and public figures, Amanda blogs at FitnessTestDrive.com and writes for IDEA Fitness Journal, ACE ProSource, Oxygen, SELF and Reader's Digest. Her blog was a finalist in the Best Health Magazine Blog Awards. Amanda holds a master's degree in human kinetics.
Brandon Wagner
Brandon Wagner owns and operates his own personal training business, FIT Specialists in Tucson. He has been in the fitness industry for 19 years and is a senior master trainer for TRX®, where he develops programs and helps design and fine-tune their wide range of certification courses. He has extensive experience in TRX military education courses and proprietary team training, and is essential in the enrichment of the TRX cadre, leading instructor courses and evaluations for new TRX instructors and team members. He was the first ever winner of a TRX FACEUP award and is also a senior master trainer for TriggerPoint™. Certifications: AFAA, NASM
Lucy Waite, MS
Lucy Waite, MS, is an assistant instructional professor of health and kinesiology at Texas A&M University. With nearly a decade in the industry, Lucy shares her passion and knowledge for fitness as a national presenter for Schwinn® and BOSU®. She holds a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, and a master's degree in health education. Certifications: AFAA, NSCA-CPT
Anthony Wall, MS
Anthony Wall, MS, is the director of professional education for the American Council on Exercise. With more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Anthony currently oversees all of ACE's continuing education courseware development including live events, webinars and online courses. Wall's strategic leadership sets the course for ACE professional education. He is often consulted as an expert by a variety of respected national media outlets, including the Washington Post, The Good Life, Real Health, Women's Health and more. Prior to joining ACE, he served as the national director for personal training with Les Mills New Zealand.
Joie Walsh
Joie Walsh is an award winning master trainer and presenter for Beachbody®, including Top 5 Trainer and the 2013 Beachbody Master Trainer of the Year. She has conducted numerous instructor trainings for the Turbo Kick® LIVE, PiYo® LIVE, INSANITY® LIVE and CIZE LIVE programs. In addition to appearing in several instructor videos, Joie is also the head master trainer for Turbo Kick and CIZE LIVE. Alongside a talented group of lead trainers, Joie manages and trains Beachbody LIVE master trainers across the country.
Ken Weichert (aka SGT Ken®)
Ken Weichert (aka SGT Ken®) is an award winning international speaker, six-time U.S. Army Soldier of the Year, Master Resilience Trainer, Counterintelligence Agent and decorated combat veteran. He has trained over 500,000 service members and civilians through Operation Fit to Fight, has written over 100 articles for GX®, Backpacker®, Outside® and Health. Ken is the recipient of the canfitpro 2011 Best New Presenter of the Year award and the EMPOWER Fitness 2013 Male Presenter of the Year award, and has been featured numerous times on ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox News.
Joseph Weiss, MD
Joseph Weiss, MD, is a clinical professor of medicine (gastroenterology) at UC San Diego. He has published numerous articles in national and international medical journals and is a popular public speaker, humorist and author of informative and entertaining books on digestive issues, including, To 'Air' Is Human, Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Intestinal Gas; The Scoop on Poop! Flush With Knowledge; Artsy Fartsy, Cultural History of the Fart; and How Do You Doo? Everybody Poops!
Jamie Wheal and Team24
Jamie Wheal is the executive director of the Flow Genome Project, and is an expert in the neuro-biology of high performance leadership and training. He trained in surf, mountain and swift water rescue, served on ski and beach patrols, and was a Wilderness EMT and mountain guide in the Rockies, Sierras and Himalayas. He advises global organizations dedicated to leadership and performance, including Red Bull, Google, The Naval War College, Young Presidents' Organization, Nike and Deloitte. He is the co-author of the forthcoming Stealing Fire: The Secret Revolution in Human Possibility.
Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA
Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA, has taught fitness to more than 40,000 participants on four continents in four languages. A fitness instructor for 35 years, Kymberly's career spans land, sea and airwaves. She is a former faculty member at UC Santa Barbara where she taught in the departments of exercise and sports studies, and English. Kymberly now co-writes the Baby Boomer advice blog, Fun and Fit: Active Aging Answers for Boom Chicka Boomers (http://Funandfit.org).
Andia Winslow
Andia Winslow is a professional golfer, certified fitness professional and sports performance coach. She is the founder of The Fit Cycle, a SPRI® master trainer, and a TV personality. Her innovative fitness and wellness efforts have been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, Cosmopolitan and Forbes. Andia trained with USA Track Coaches Hall of Fame coach, Brooks Johnson, and was invited to join the USA Bobsled and Skeleton Federation in preparation for the 2014 Winter Olympics. Heralded as one of the "Top Trainers in New York City," she has helped to launch highly acclaimed fitness studios and has been recognized as a wellness industry thought leader.
Chuck Wolf, MS
Chuck Wolf, MS, is the director of Human Motion Associates and the biomechanics director of the Gait and Motion Analysis Lab at the Neurospine Institute in Orlando, Florida. He is known for his expertise in functional anatomy, movement analysis, function and advanced program design. Chuck teaches workshops, presents at conferences and conducts seminars with fitness professionals and elite athletes from a wide array of sports. He holds a master's degree in exercise physiology and is a fellow of Applied Functional Science® with the Gray Institute®.
Jenna Wolfe
Jenna Wolfe is a certified personal trainer, health and wellness expert, and mom to two little girls. Most recently, she was the first ever lifestyle and fitness correspondent on NBC's TODAY show. Prior to joining NBC News in 2007, the self-proclaimed daredevil and thrill seeker spent 12 years as a sportscaster. When she's not running (and squatting and lunging and bear-crawling) a million miles an hour in one direction, she's usually (and happily) doing it in another. Jenna lives in New York City with her partner Stephanie Gosk.
Dahrio Wonder
Dahrio Wonder is a dancer, choreographer and instructor. He has performed and worked with Britney Spears, Madonna, Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, Ying Yang Twins, Wisin, An'gela Winbush, and the late salsa legend Celia Cruz. Dahrio has performed on various television programs including the American Music Awards, the Latin Grammy Awards, NFL Kickoff and MTV. In 2012, Wonder joined the Gina & Tanya Zumba® tour as the featured music artist, touring cities throughout the U.S. and Canada. Most recently, Wonder has teamed up with Zumba Fitness to write and perform many of Zumba Fitness' biggest records for their DVD volumes, marketing campaigns and annual conventions.
Kari Woodall
Kari Woodall, a former U.S. National Team swimmer and collegiate swim coach, has trained at the highest levels and coaches others to do the same. She uses her knowledge about the power of the body, physical training and mental toughness to help fitness enthusiasts perform as athletes. Kari is a senior instructor for TRX® and a volunteer firefighter, and she owns Woodall Training, a group training and boot camp studio in Middleton, Wisconsin.
Holly Wyatt, MD
Holly Wyatt, MD, is an associate professor in the department of medicine and division of endocrinology, metabolism and diabetes, at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. She is a practicing physician and clinical researcher at the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center and is the medical director for the wellness clinic. With more than 18 years of clinical experience in weight reduction, Dr. Wyatt became the medical director for seasons four and five of ABC's TV show, Extreme Weight Loss. Dr. Wyatt has spent much of her career following more than 10,000 "successful losers" to investigate what makes people successful during their weight loss journey. She shares much of what she has learned in her new book, State of Slim, co-authored by James O. Hill, PhD.
Shun Yoshinaga
Shun Yoshinaga is an exciting presenter with Holiday Sports Club, Japan. He is known for his exciting and fun approach to dance. Shun will introduce you to Yosakoi dance, a blend of Japanese culture with traditional dance movement that is a one of a kind experience. Come join Shun and the Holiday Sports Club presenters for J-POP!