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Certifications
Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) Group Exercise Instructor
Whether it’s the latest interactive workout, a basic aerobic dance class or the new fitness craze, group aerobic exercise can be fun and effective. Join me to experience a energized low impact session in a fun group settings. With group exercise you are motivated to stay with the fitness program and it gives an opportunity to build relationships with others who have similar fitness goals.
I do live and virtual classes to meet client need.
ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer
It’s no secret – fitness training has been proven to prevent disease, strengthen your health and improve your confidence and outlook on life. As a certified fitness trainer, I’m deeply trained in everything from muscle mechanics to flexibility and cardiovascular dynamics. So if you want to live a stronger and more confident life, I’ve got the training and the expertise to help you every step of the way.
American College of Sports Medicine(ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer
As an ACSM personal trainer, I have met the gold standard of the industry. I work with a variety of populations (eg. youth, seniors, diabetics, ckd, heart disease, arthritis) who are considered to be healthy or have stable health challenges. My specialty is in promoting muscular and bone strength and maintaining functional mobility in active adults over 50. I am known to emphasis a health related approach to physical activity, providing exercise design as a prescription that is easily applied in daily living. Appropriate inventories and assessments are incorporated in my training to provide and administer individualized programs designed to promote health and selfcare.
Functional Aging Institute Specialist
A certification as a FAI Functional Aging Exercise Specialist validates an expert in functional aging and training of older adults. As trainer, I have been trained and achieved in-depth training on functional training strategies and movements; how to create and develop effective group exercise programs; and the critical skills to be an effective group exercise professional with this client base. Clients can be assured they will be safe and secure when working with a GUAM trainer. Helping older adults gain/maintain strength, balance and power are some of the key elements learned from an FAI certification.
ISSA Certified Nutritionist
Whether you want to gain muscle, lose fat, or live healthily, your limiting factor usually lies beyond exercise. Poor nutrition is what holds people back. As a certified specialist in this area, I can help you dispel the common myths about nutrition, and then work with you to design a “real world” nutrition plan that you can actually stick with and enjoy.
ISSA Corrective Exercise Specialist
Whether you sit for long periods of time, are a weekend warrior, or fall somewhere in-between, it is quite likely that you may have a movement deficiency that is causing suboptimal physical performance and increased physical pain. As a specialist certified in corrective exercise, I can perform movement assessments, make referrals to medical professionals when necessary, and incorporate appropriate strategies into your training program to help you correct movement dysfunctions and muscle imbalances. Ultimately, this will lead to improved physical performance and reduced physical pain.
ISSA Elite Trainer
The ISSA Elite Trainer credential is awarded to accomplished ISSA Certified Trainers who have proven their competence in personal training and developed expertise in two additional areas of specialization. With scientific backing and practical application in the areas clients need help with the most, this credential proves that extensive education equals results.
CPR
CPR and AED certification through American Red Cross