Fitness
Meet the Personal Trainers

Matt
Degree/Major:
Exercise Science
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Heavy Squat
Training Philosophy: My training philosophy is simple, and it is that training is simply a small piece of a big puzzle. In order to maximize performance and truly get the most out of the training session, the multiple aspects of recovery & overall wellness need to be addressed and focused on. Therefore, the goal of training specifically is to maximize that one small piece of the big puzzle.
Fun Fact About Me: I love powerlifting! I also was in my past a big video game nerd, and still have that in me. I also enjoy the overall concept of achieving "wellness".

Hsin
Degree/Major:
Master of Science/Finance
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Running
Training Philosophy: The foundation of a happy life is fitness, which brings mental and physical health, the basic key for success.
Fun Fact About Me: Owns over 30 plants, Very spiritual (can help with meditation & stress control), love water activities, animals, plants and crystals.

Paige
Degree/Major:
Exercise Science
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Squats
Training Philosophy: I believe in creating a positive workout environment for everyone. I want to help each client achieve their own individual goals by tailoring to their specific needs and wants. I hope to encourage and motivate my clients to keep working towards their goals while having a positive mindset throughout the process. If you believe in yourself and enjoy the process, anything is possible.
Fun Fact About Me: Im a big Chicago Cubs fan, I love to watch The Office and Gilmore Girls, and I love dogs!

Darien
Degree/Major:
Electrical Engineering
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Seated Leg Press
Training Philosophy: I truly believe that any goal can be met with the right mindset, patience, and dedication. Making sure that the fitness and training environment remains exciting, positive, and challenging is one of the most important things to me as a trainer. Sharing knowledge and empowering experiences with each person that I work with is what I strive to accomplish. Creating a program based on your personal goals, preferences and enjoyment is incredibly important to me. Having an enjoyable experience while working towards your goals is so important because success is most definitely a journey, not a destination!
Fun Fact About Me: I've been playing soccer for 18 years, I have a sneaker shopping addiction, and I have an obsession with trying new coffee!

Koki
Degree/Major:
Exercise Science
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Power Clean & Dunk
Training Philosophy: Posture is important at every level of trainees to prevent injury and improve performance. Seeking small details of exercise will make a big difference. Adherence is the most important thing, so I'll bring enjoyment to the training session in many ways.
Fun Fact About Me: I love dunking and improving my athleticism!

Joelle
Degree/Major:
Pre-Medicine
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Power Clean/Squat Clean
Training Philosophy: With discipline there is a next alternative. A hectic lifestyle can set a person back from prioritizing wellness. As a trainer, it is my focus to make sure the client understands that they can have time for themselves despite feeling they can’t or do not want to. To execute discipline, the client and I remind ourselves of what we are thankful for today.
Fun Fact About Me: I a Dominican who enjoys dancing, breakfast, and traveling!

Isabel
Degree/Major:
Coming Soon!
Certification: Coming Soon!
Favorite Exercise: Coming Soon!
Training Philosophy: Coming Soon!
Fun Fact About Me: Coming Soon!

Sophia
Degree/Major:
Biological Health Sciences (Major) & Nutrition (Minor)
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Lunges
Training Philosophy: I believe fitness is restoring to both the mind and body! My goal is for my clients to reach their health and fitness goals with an optimistic mindset so they can gain a new confidence. I ensure my clients never feel judged; I push my clients in the most uplifting and encouraging way possible!
Fun Fact About Me: I love stand up paddleboarding (which I offer lessons for too!), the beach, and I play both the cello and the ukulele!

Suhayb A.
Degree/Major:
Health Sciences
Certification: ACE CPT
Favorite Exercise: Clean and Jerk
Training Philosophy: My philosophy revolves around training your primary movements efficiently, effectively, and safely and nothing short of that.
Fun Fact About Me: My philosophy revolves around training your primary movements efficiently, effectively, and safely and nothing short of that.

McKenna
Degree/Major:
Health Sciences (BS)
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Leg Press
Training Philosophy: My training philosophy is that whatever you are doing, it should be enjoyable for you. If you are participating in a form of exercise that you enjoy doing, it will be much easier to continue doing it.
Fun Fact About Me: I like to paint my nails, read, try out new forms of exercise (I have recently gotten into boxing!), and of course spend time with my dogs!

Kayleigh
Degree/Major:
Psychology (Major) & Entrepreneurship (Minor)
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Clean and Jerk
Training Philosophy: I want to introduce clients to concepts like consistency, discipline, and patience when training that not only apply in the gym, but in life. After working with me, my clients will be able to effectively train on their own with confidence and without it feeling like a chore!
Fun Fact About Me: I did cheerleading, olympic lifting, and pole vaulting. I have two dogs, and I love reality shows!

Marco
Degree/Major:
Biomedical Sciences
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Heavy Deadlift
Training Philosophy: I believe that one of the most important aspects to training is the results that follow. There are many factors that come into play when it comes to seeing progress or getting results. As a trainer, my goal is to make sure the training aspect for a client's goals is maximized and taken care of.
Fun Fact About Me: I did weightlifting in high school, and now I am a powerlifter! I also used to play competitive table tennis and I love playing/watching soccer!

Lance
Degree/Major:
Communications
Certification: NASM CPT
Favorite Exercise: Bench Press
Training Philosophy: Gym training that is purposeful will always be consistent and employ the concept of progressive overload, as well as adequate nutrition and recovery.
Fun Fact About Me: Before I got into lifting weights, I loved playing basketball!