Elite Trainers
Elite Trainers hold nationally recognized certifications, a minimum of a four-year degree, and typically have more than 2 years personal training experience.
JUSTIN K.
He is certified through the American Council on Exercise, TRX and holds an B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati. Justin studied personal training and gained experience in Las Vegas, Nevada after he graduated college.
Fit Facts: Justin enjoys competing in half-marathons, marathons, triathlons and Time Trial cycling. Specialty: TRX, Running mechanics, Chi running technique and minimalist running. Justin's goal as a trainer is to help you overcome your personal barriers by not only focusing on physical training, but the psychological training as well. Availability: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings and any time on Saturdays and Sundays.
PAIGE
Paige is a certified trainer through the American Council on Exercise and has been training for nearly three years in Campus Recreation. She also holds certifications in TRX, Spinning, and YogaFit. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Health Promotion and Education from the University of Cincinnati.
Fit Facts: Paige specializes in stabilaztion, stretching, yoga, fitness fundamentals and exercises for all ages. She has worked with clients both individually and in groups from ages 18 - 96.
Availability: Paige is available mornings, afternoons, evenings and on the weekends as well.
ROBIN
She is certified through the American Council on Exercise for Personal Training and Group Fitness. Robin also holds a certification from the Aquatic Exercise Association and enjoys working with clients in the pool, which offers non-impact resistance training solutions to clients limited by various physical conditions.Fit Facts: Robin has been a fitness professional for over 15 years. She also teaches group fitness, from Spinning to HydroKick in the pool. Specialty: TRX suspension training, Spinning, Aquatic Training, and working with fitness beginners and/or deconditioned clients. Robin's goal as a trainer is to help make everyone feel comfortable with their own level of fitness and strive for improvements where needed.Availability: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
VIC
Vic is a certified Personal Trainer through the National Council on Strength and Fitness. He is a past collegiate football player with a B.S. in Health Science at the University of Cincinnati. He is looking to further his education by obtaining a doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Vic’s past training experiences range from children to professional athletes with an assortment of fitness goals. He specializes in beginner fitness levels, high intensity training, as well as speed and acceleration development.
Vic’s training philosophy is based around hard work and dedication, and will be that extra motivational factor for you to reach your fitness goals.
Availability: Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
iTraining Trainers
iTraining Trainers hold nationally recognized certifications, are working towards a degree in the field and typically have 2 years or less of personal training experience.
Each trainer will be sensitive to your needs and motivated towards your fitness goals.
ADAM
Adam is a certified personal trainer through AFAA, and also works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator at the CRC. Adam is currently attending UC for Criminal Justice and would like to earn his masters degree to get into the FBI. Adam serves as a Combat Medic in the Ohio Army National Guard and has a strong urge to motivate others to succeed as the Army did for him. Adam's focus as a trainer is to motivate clients into reaching goals in a safe and effective way while helping them achieve success. Adam will provide you with the knowledge and skills to help you with your fitness goals and reach a healthier you. Adam is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from the afternoon until the evenings, and anytime on Tuesday, Thursday or select weekends.
ASHLEY
Ashley is a Certified Personal Trainer through AFAA and is currently a second-year pursuing a career in Nursing at the University of Cincinnati. Ashley also works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator at the Campus Recreation Center and is currently an active member of the Club Swim Team. Ashley competed at the state level in swimming and track and has experience teaching swim lessons. She enjoys working out and loves using fitness as her stress reliever. Her favorite way of training involves various activities to challenge her body physically and mentally. Her main focus as a trainer is to help clients keep a positive attitude about fitness and gain confidence in the gym to further help them live a long and healthy life. Availability: Ashley is available at various times during the week and weekends.
GREG
Greg is certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and has a B.S. in Health Promotions with an emphasis in health and fitness from the University of Cincinnati. He is a former high school athlete, competing in cross-country, wrestling, and track. Greg also has college athletic experience in crew (rowing) for two years at UC.
Greg is also a part-time firefighter/EMT for the Central Joint Fire/EMS District and enjoys the physical demands of the job, which helps keep him motivated to stay in shape. He looks forward to helping clients achieve their fitness goals and live healthy lifestyles through encouragement and structured training sessions.
Availability: Daytime, evenings and weekends.
HANNAH
Hannah is a certified Personal Trainer through The National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA), and is currently a third year Food/Nutrition and Exercise Science student at the University of Cincinnati.
Hannah also teaches Group Fitness classes at the UC Recreation Center as well as works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator.
Hannah enjoys staying fit through all sorts of activities from running and biking, to rock-climbing and wakeboarding. She also has a strong background in dance.
Her main focus as a trainer is to help clients reach their personal fitness goals and gain a positive attitude towards physical fitness.
Availability: Hannah is available at various times during the week and weekends.
JOE
Joe is an American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer and is currently pursuing a Pre-Physical Therapy undergraduate degree at the University of Cincinnati. Joe enjoys sports, outdoor activities, working out and working with his clients. Joe loves coaching clients to reach their fitness goals through building functional strength for a healthy, active lifestyle.
Availability: Joe is available to take clients on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from morning to mid-afternoon and Saturday mornings.
KELLEY
Kelley is a Certified Personal Trainer through AFAA, and has also completed the TRX Suspension Training Course. She is currently a third-year Health Promotion Exercise and Fitness student at the University of Cincinnati.
Kelley also works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator and Group Fitness Instructor at the Campus Recreation Center.
Kelley competed at the state level in swimming and has experience teaching swim lessons. She enjoys attending various group fitness classes and learning new exercises. Her favorite training style is circuit or interval training to keep up the intensity! Kelley’s specialty is helping clients stay committed to their goals by providing clients with the knowledge and skills to maintain their success in the future.
Availability: Kelley is available at various times during the week and weekends
KOLIN
Kolin is a certified personal trainer through the National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA).
He is an undergraduate student at the University of Cincinnati and has also completed the UC CRC Personal Trainer Education Program. Kolin also works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator at the Campus Recreation Center.
He enjoys working out and is passionate about sharing his excitement and knowledge about fitness.
Kolin's specialty is working with clients that need that "extra push" to reach their fitness goals and considers himself an excellent motivator!
RICK
Rick is certified through the International Sports Science Association and is currently working towards his Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion and Education with an emphasis in Exercise and Fitness. In addition to personal training, Rick also works as a Fitness Floor Coordinator.
Rick loves crossfit style workouts and played varsity tennis in high school.
He enjoys fitness of any kind and relies on his faith and passion for fitness as his primary motvators. He encourages everyone to pursue their dreams and to never say "never".
Rick is available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings to mid-afternoon, Friday evenings and weekend afternoons.