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Wildcat personal trainers can develop an exercise program specifically for you. Certified trainers and our fitness coaches have the knowledge, skills, and experience to help you achieve your goals. All Wildcat personal trainers have completed a semester long in-house training and either hold or are working towards holding a nationally recognized personal trainer certification. Each trainer can tailor a program to meet your individual needs. Wildcat trainers will follow industry standards and guidelines put forth by nationally recognized fitness organizations.

meet our wildcat personal trainers and fitness coaches

Ali
Fitness Coach

Year in school: junior

Major: athletic training / pre-physical therapy

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: The bst investment you can make is your health!

Special fitness interests: multi-zone body training, biking outdoors (biked across Kansas 5 times), group fitness and dancing.

 

Anna
Personal Trainer

Year in school: senior

Major: Kinesiology and nutrition

Certifications:  AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Fitness is the key to self-confidence and motivation.

Special fitness interests: running, dancing, biking

Brandon
Fitness Coach

Year in school: sophomore

Major: kinesiology and nutrition

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: When one trains, two learn!

Special fitness interests: body building, power lifting, training, BBQing and K-State games!

Briana
Fitness Coach

Year in school: junior

Major: pre/political science/philosophy

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Nothing worthwhile comes easily!

Special fitness interests: exercise, hiking, spending time with brothers and friends.

Brittany
Personal Trainer
Aqua Personal Trainer

Year in school: junior

Major: Public health nutrition and dietetics

Minor: Kinesiology and spanish

Certifications: fitness coach, AFAA primary group exercise, Arthritis Foundation aqua exercise instructor, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: To motivate, inspire, and improve the health, fitness, and well-being of all those I am fortunate enough to work with.

Favorite quote: "Ability is what we are capable of doing. Motivation determines what we do, and attitude determines how well we do it." Unknown

Special fitness interests: variety of cardio, strengthening, flexibility, and all forms of exercise.

 

Cody G.
Personal Trainer

Year in school: junior

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: ACE, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Fitness is the long term strategy for building a stronger, more capable you.

Special fitness interests: Strength training, body building, general fitness

 

Cody H.
Personal Trainer

Year in school: sophomore

Major: Kinesiology, pre-physical therapy

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: "You reap what you sow"...the harder you work, the better the results will be!

Special fitness interests: weight training, interval training, circuit training

Dennis
Fitness Coach

Year in school: junior

Major: kinesiology / pre-med with minors in leadership and biology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Stick with it, the results are worth it!

Special fitness interests: marathon running, weight training, working out, community service, reading & studying.

 

Derek
Personal Trainer

Year in school: freshman

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: You have a personal limit, but chances are it's nowhere near where you think it is!

Special fitness interests: weight lifting, body weight exercises, swimming, general health

Grant
Fitness Coach

Year in school: junior

Major: kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: You get what you put in!

Special fitness interests: weight lifting, body building, HIIT training, watching & playing all sports.

 

Janalee
Personal Trainer

Year in school: junior

Major: Nutrition and exercise

Certifications: ACE, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Physically active for life! Commitment is the first step to achieving your goals.

Special fitness interests: Body toning, core, balance

 

Julia
Personal Trainer

Year in school: Sophomore

Major: Athletic training

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP, CNA

Fitness philosophy: Everyone can find time for fitness and enjoy it.

Special fitness interests: swimming, yoga, running, core

 

Katie
Personal Trainer
Aqua personal trainer

Year in school: senior

Major: Pre-physical therapy, life science

Minor: Leadership studies

Certifications: ACE, Arthritis Foundation aqua exercise instructor, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Of course it's hard. It's supposed to be hard. If it were easy, everyone would do it. Hard is what makes it great!

Special fitness interests: toning, core, stability ball, BOSU, and strength training. Willing to try anything new and fun!

 

Lisa
Personal trainer
Aqua personal trainer

Year in school: Junior

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Even small changes can greatly improve your life.

Special fitness interests: strength training and flexibility

 

Lucas
Personal Trainer

Year in school: sophomore

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: ACE, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Any goal is attainable through hard work and dedication.

Special fitness interests: Strength training, body building, general health

Michael
Personal Trainer

Year in school: 5th year senior

Major: Dietetics

Certifications: ACE, AFAA, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Limits, like fears, are often just an illusion.

Special fitness interests: strength and power training, body building

 

Mitzie
Personal Trainer

Year in school: sophomore

Major: Dietetics

Additional education: BS in kinesiology/exercise science with minor in general business

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: You need to be able to take care of yourself before you can take care of anybody else. So staying healthy by exercising, eating well, and being positive is a lifestyle change that is worth making.

Special fitness interests: sport-related exercises and a variety of exercises using body weight, weights, stability ball, and much more. Stretching is very important!

 

Nicole
Personal Trainer

Year in school: freshman

Major: Kinesiology and nutrition

Certifications: ACE, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: "Fitness -- If it came in a bottle, everybody would have a great body!" Cher

Special fitness interests: core, BOSU, strength training, cardio, general fitness

 

Paul
Personal trainer
Aqua personal trainer

Year in school: sophomore

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: ACE, AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Fitness isn't just about exercising, it's about how you approach your daily activities.

Special fitness interests: core, strength training, toning

Philip
Fitness Coach

Year in school: senior

Major: kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: Fitness is a 24/7/365 commitment!

Special fitness interests: CrossFit, fitness & circuit training, golf, softball & hunting..

Sam
Fitness Coach

Year in school: freshman

Major: kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: It's not meant to be easy!

Special fitness interests: cardio endurance, swimming and running.

Tiffany
Fitness Coach

Year in school: junior

Major: Kinesiology

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy: The best fitness is making it part of your daily life!

Special fitness interests: cardio and body weight exercises plus running with my dogs!

 

Traci
Personal Trainer

Year in school: Senior

Major: Kinesiology and nutrition, pre-physical therapy

Certifications: AED, CPR, first aid, BBP

Fitness philosophy:  No matter what the ailment, exercise is the best medicine. I want each person who I have the pleasure of working with to have a smile and a sense of accomplishment after a fun, yet challenging workout!

Special fitness interests: strength, cardio, endurance, and everything in-between

Certification Key

AAHPERD = American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

AAPAR = American Association of Physical Activity & Recreation

ACE = American Council on Exercise

AED = Automated external defibrillator

AFFA = Aerobics & Fitness Association of America

BBP = bloodborne pathogens

CPR = cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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