Trainer Profiles

5 Benefits of Hiring a Personal Trainer:

We all need a little help when it comes to exercising. Whether we’ve been working out for a long time or just starting out, a personal trainer can assist you in taking your health to the next level.

1. You Don’t Know Where To Start:
Knowing how to set up a complete exercise program that includes all the activities you need to do – cardio, weight training and flexibility – can be overwhelming. Add the time and knowledge it takes to choose exercises, weights, reps and sets and you may quit before you even start.

2. You Are Bored With the Same Old Workouts:
If you’re an experienced exerciser, maybe you haven’t considered working with a personal trainer. However, it can be a great choice if you need some variety in your workouts. A trainer can bring a fresh perspective and new ideas to challenge both your body and your mind. Even if you just do a few sessions or meet every few weeks, you’ll find it refreshing to have new workouts and new equipment pieces to use.

3. You Need Motivation and Accountability:
Trainers come with built-in motivation! Not only are you investing money into your exercise program…you’re investing time as well. There’s nothing like a standing appointment to get you to your workout! Also, a trainer provides accountability so, even when you don’t have a session, you know your trainer will be asking if you did your planned workouts. Just knowing that may make it harder to skip your workouts.

4. You Have a Specific Illness, Injury or Condition:
If you have any specific issues like arthritis, heart disease, old injuries, etc., working with an experienced trainer can help you find a program to help heal injuries and avoid any further problems. You and your trainer’s goal is to achieve a safe, effective workout to keep you healthy and fit.

5. You Want to Learn How to Exercise on Your Own:
Even if your goal is to create your own workouts and exercise by yourself, hiring a trainer for a few sessions can be a great benefit for learning the right way to exercise. This is especially true if you want to learn more about the muscles in your body, the exercises that target those muscles, and how to do those exercises with great form. Just a few sessions can teach you a lot about your body, how it works and how to train it in the most effective way.

 

BARRIE HUFFORD – Group Exercise Coordinator and Performance Trainer

  • B.S. in Psychology, Bates College
  • Student Athletic Trainer
  • New England Championship Swimmer
  • Personal Trainer since 1997
  • USA Certified Triathlon Coach, Level 2
  • NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) Certified
  • ACE (American Council of Exercise) Certified
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications
  • Resist-a-ball certification
  • Spinning Instructor
  • TRX Suspension Trainer Certified
  • Director of Pre-natal and Post-natal program
  • Director of Kids Swimming program
  • Completed 2 Ironman distance triathlons (2001, 2005)

MICHAEL MARINO – Head Performance Trainer

  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist
  • Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • TRX Suspension Trainer Certified

Mike has 15 years of training experience/fitness management. He loves helping people get the most out of their workout routine, whether a performance athlete or a regular gym goer who just wants to stay in shape. Mike specializes in weight loss and corrective programming, including pain management and stretching to alleviate pain. Mike enjoys Syracuse Sports and Michigan Football.

LINDSEY HADER-HOLLAND – Performance Trainer

  • International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
  •  Certified Fitness Trainer
  • Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
  • Group Exercise Certification
  • BOSU Ball Certified
  • TRX Suspension Trainer Certified
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified

Lindsey’s 7 years of experience in the fitness industry has gained her a large following amongst our members.  In addition to being a Performance Trainer, she teaches numerous classes at FORZA.  Lindsey likes to challenge her clients by creating unique workouts that truly push them to reach their fitness goals.  She loves to be outdoors; running, hiking, backpacking, and snowboarding are just a few of her hobbies!

MICHAEL “RUSTY” NALE – Performance Trainer

  • Bachelor of Science in Health Physical Education and Sport
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist
  • Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) – Certified Personal Trainer
  • TRX suspension Trainer Course

Rusty has a passion for taking your athletic performance to another level through implementing sport-specific movements. Everyone has an inner athlete and Rusty can help unleash it by keeping you focused and motivated. Rusty enjoys hiking and snowboarding.

SARAH TIMPE – Performance Trainer

  • International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) – Certified Personal Trainer
  • TRX Suspension Trainer Certified
  • TRX Group Suspension Trainer Certified
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified

Living in the mountains before moving to Denver, Sarah had developed a love for the outdoors and a respect for the body.  For the past 4 years, she has worked with clients of all ages and physical abilities. Sarah is known for her innovative and challenging workouts, which are specific to the goals of the person she is training.  Sarah is a champion when it comes to realizing the importance of training workouts that build an essential foundation of fitness for optimal performance, injury prevention and overall health and well being.  Sarah enjoys skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking, hiking, tennis, and completing a challenging workout of her own!

FELIPE EICHENBERGER – Performance Trainer

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Sports Science
  • National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) – Certified Personal Trainer
  • TRX Certified Instructor

Felipe was born and raised in Brazil, where he gained a passion for fitness and athletics. He first came to the US on a full-ride basketball scholarship.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in Health and Sports Science and began working as a personal trainer immediately following graduation.  Felipe has worked with NBA players and with the rehabilitation of athletes, and has a broad knowledge of diverse, unique workout programs.  Felipe believes that success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.

CHRIS SULLIVAN – Performance Trainer

  • Masters of Science in Education and Health & Human Performance
  • National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Chris’ experience as a college athlete sparked his career in the fitness industry.  He played football and ran track at Washington & Lee University, graduating with multiple school records, and was a finalist for the Gagliardi Trophy, the NCAA DIII equivalent of the Heisman Trophy.  His coaching experience ranges from high school to professional athletes, and includes three years in the NBA as an Assistant Strength Coach for the San Antonio Spurs, including their 2007 Championship season.  Chris emphasizes functional training specific to an individual’s goals and believes the key to exercise is to take yourself out of your comfort zone.  He enjoys skiing and triathlons and spending time with his wife, Demetra.

JODI PETERSON- Performance Trainer

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine, South Dakota State University
  • Collegiate Track and Field/Heptathlon
  • NASM – National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • NCSF – National Council of Strength and Fitness
  • FMS – Functional Movement Screening Certified
  • CPR, AED, First Aid Certified
  • RIPCORE Certified
  • NIKE – Running Coach for the Lance Armstrong Races

Jodi has been working as a personal trainer for 11 years.  Jodi’s own athletic experiences, including competing as a collegiate athlete and going to school as an athletic trainer, have given her the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients ranging from the recreational member, to rehabilitation patients, to professional athletes.  Her motto is “BE DETERMINED AND YOU WILL GET RESULTS.”  Jodi’s interests include running half marathons and 10ks, snowshoe races, hiking 14ers, playing soccer, golfing and snowboarding.

JON IBARLUCEA – Performance Trainer

  •  American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) – Certified Personal Trainer
  • TRX Suspension Trainer
  • Cycling Instructor
  • Sports Conditioning Trainer

Jon’s philosophy is that becoming an athlete is as much a mindset as a skill set, and that once a person trains in athletic movement and thought, transferring those abilities and skills into other sports becomes second nature. His training style is movement specific, since sports performance and a person’s health, along with injury prevention, are all directly linked to movement and ability.

 

STEVE KRAMER – Performance Trainer

  • -Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from Pennsylvania State University
  • -National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
  • -National Academy of Sports Medicine Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • -National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist
  • -TRX Certified Trainer
  • -Trigger Point Certified

Steve has 17 years of experience in the fitness field. After beginning his career in the Northeast, running corporate gyms for MasterCard and General Electric, Steve has had the opportunity to work with thousands of people with all different abilities and goals. Taking these experiences to Colorado, Steve enjoys the everyday challenge to motivate and educate his clients. He believes “that your life will always be filled with challenges and that it is best to admit this to yourself and decide that today is the day to start being happy. Remember, happiness is a journey, not a destination.” Steve’s hobbies include cooking, football, golf and basketball.