TRAINER: MARCO SANCHEZ
Marco Sanchez graduated Episcopal H.S and studied Kinesiology at Austin College. Marco’s diverse clientele ranges from high school and college athletes to retired senior citizen fitness. His 23 years of experience covers all areas of fitness, from strength and conditioning to mobility and functional training. Marco has an unparalleled ability to meet clients where they are in their journey and profoundly improve their total wellness by incorporating movements to build strength, stamina, and flexibility. His main goal is to motivate you to improve your health in a fun, positive and comfortable manner.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Louisiana University, Degree in Kinesiology
Certified Personal Trainer
CONTACT
[t] 281/ 685-0019
TRAINER/FASCIAL STRETCH THERAPIST:
RUSSELL REEVES
Now entering his 25th year as a personal trainer/fascial stretch therapist in the Houston area, Russell has a conditioning-based training style based on solid technique and mobility. His goal is to get you in shape and have fun doing it! In addition to personal training he is also a Level 3 Fascial Stretch Specialist.
Fascial Stretch Therapy is a table based form of assisted stretching utilizing traction of the joint to increase mobility and decrease pain in injuries. You can learn more at StretchHouston.com.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
B.S. in Kinesiology, Texas A&M
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Certified Level 3, Fascial Stretch Specialist
CONTACT
[t] 713/ 417-2990
[e] russr33@gmail.com
[w] StretchHouston.com
TRAINER: MATT MONTELONGO
Matt began working out at the age of ten and first competed in bodybuilding as a teenager. Since then, Matt has had a love for the fitness industry and has never lost his enthusiasm. His personal training career began in 2001 at Balley’s and later with Lifetime fitness. He has been with Fit Pro since it’s inception. and is a key member of the team. Matt is an NASM certified personal trainer who works with a wide range of clients and is dedicated to helping them achieve their goals!
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 525-6626
[e] Montemuscles@yahoo.com
TRAINER: AKSHAY RAJU
Akshay is a long-time fitness enthusiast and lifelong soccer player. He employs a combination of functional exercises and performance movements to help unleash your inner athlete--all while burning fat and building lean muscle!
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Kinesiology/Exercise-Sci B.S.
ISSA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
ISSA Corrective Exercise Specialist
CONTACT
[e] caveman.fitness@yahoo.com
[Instagram] @_caveman_fitness
TRAINER: KATHLEEN MORUA
Kathleen is a kinesiologist, certified trainer of 15 years and the owner of 'Shape Your Life', a holisitic health and fitness business. She is a pro at designing fitness and nutrition programs that maintain healthy body weights, build muscle, and increase cardiovascular fitness--which studies show reduces generalized feelings of stress. Kathleen knows how to target problem areas or weaknesses by alternating isometric exercises, weight training, yoga postures and cardio. She has built a solid reputation with her long-term clients as a innovative trainer who keeps sessions fresh with new challenges that make for a total body work-out for all abilities and ages.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Louisiana University, Degree in Kinesiology
Certified Personal Trainer
CONTACT
[t] 713/ 398.2526
TRAINER: SUE CURRAN
In her over 20 years as a personal trainer, Sue Curran has developed a client base focused on the over 40 population. After relocating from Boston to Texas to pursue a career in the fitness industry, Sue spent five years as the Assistant Fitness Director at one of the largest Bally Total Fitness locations in the nation. It was at this time that she realized her passion for working with older adults. Her fitness programs focus on core strength, weight loss, flexibility and balance.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
NCSF Personal Trainer
ISSA Rehabilitation Specialist
Specialty Certification in Senior Fitness
CONTACT
[t] 713/ 398-2526
TRAINER: NICK RUSSO
As owner of 'Russo Life Fitness', Nick offers a strength training program will enable you to lose those unwanted pounds, gain muscle tone, and improve your overall health and appearance. With Nick's program, you will change your perceptions and attitude about exercise, fitness, and health. He will show you correct physical exercise techniques and help inspire you to maintain exercise determination and motivation. Breaking bad habits is one of the most challenging things that one can face. As Nick's client, he will help you replace bad habits with good ones. You will develop habits that uplift your spirit and bring you happiness through fitness, good health, and mental clarity.
Nick helps clients set goals and reach them. He doesn't just show you how to do an exercise; he educates his clients in the areas of strength training, cardiovascular endurance, and proper nutrition.
SPECIALTIES:
• Assess your physical condition and track changes
• Set goals
• Make a nutritional plan and learn better eating habits
• Learn proper strength training technique
• Improve endurance
• Find motivation
• Improve your appearance
• Feel better
• Improve your health
• Gain muscle and lose fat
• Tone your muscles
• Improve mental alertness
• Reach your goals
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, University of Houston-Victoria
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Trainer
Certified Nutrition Specialist
CONTACT
[t] 281/ 660-3335
[e] Nicholas@RussoLifeFitness.com
TRAINER: : KEITH GACRAMA
Keith is a strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer with a background ranging from athletics--basketball and track--and strength sports, to street dance and martial arts--capoeira, muay thai, and boxing.
Keith specializes in strength training, athletic development, and general fitness. Using his diverse background in movement, he has helped clients ranging from professional athletes to people who just want the ability to live their daily lives without aches and pains.
Keith emphasizes high quality movement as the key to results and longevity.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
National Association of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer
Functional Range Systems Movement Specialist
Bioforce Conditioning
Catalyst Athletics
Weightlifting
TRX Certified
Bachelor of Science/Computer Science, University of Houston
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 466-3254
[e] strengthcoachkg@gmail.com
TRAINER: TERRENCE COOKS
Hailing from New Orleans, Terrence is a former elite athlete who played football at Nichols State University before being drafted into the NFL to assume the position of linebacker with the New England Patriots. He then continued his football career in Texas playing for the WLAFs San Antonio Riders. Terrence has been a professional trainer for the last fifteen years. He offers private and group sessions for a clientele that ranges from aspiring teen athletes to energetic senior citizens.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Certified Athletic Trainer
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 725-7900
[e] tcooks58@gmail.com
TRAINER: JOE SHAUGHNESSY
Joe is a comprehensive trainer and athlete. His background in both baseball and football--and as a marathon and triathlon competitor--provides him with an intimate understanding of how the human body responds to different training methods and levels of intensity. Joe uses this experience to custom-fit workouts that respond to a wide range of client needs. Whether it's to build muscle, lose weight or gain agility, Joe's steady focus helps guide his clients to meet their individual fitness goals.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Louisiana State University, Kinesiology
Cooper Institute, Trainer Certification
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 969-6631
TRAINER: PAUL ARP
Paul has been a personal trainer for seven years. In that time he has helped his clients lose weight, get stronger, and increase flexibility and functional mobility to better perform daily tasks. His philosophy is to always emphasize client progress, which he tracks and monitors, so that his trainees get the results they’re looking for.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Trinity University
Certified Professional Trainer
CONTACT
[t] 713/ 795.5968
[e] PaulArp@sbcglobal.net
TRAINER: MIGUEL CUEVAS
Miguel has been a tri-lingual (English/French/Spanish) personal trainer for the last 30 years. As a former competitive body builder who has experienced physical challenges post-career, he understands how limitations can impact fitness and motivation--and he knows how to propel his clients towards their fitness goals. Miguel enjoys building long-term client relationships and uses his extensive experience to train clients of all ages.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Professional fitness instructor training PFIT
Rehabilitative exercise specialist RES
American council on exercise ACE
National Academy of sports medicine NASM
Cooper institute Dallas biomechanics
Aerobics & fitness association of America AFAA
National Council on strength and fitness NCSF
Neuro-Core Kinetics pilates reformer NCK
Baylor sports medicine institute BSMI
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 454.ann66344
[e] michael.c.galan@gmail
TRAINER: MELISSA SERRA
With over 30 years of physical fitness experience, owner of Metamorphocise Personal Training and former owner of Metamorphocise Midtown Urban Spa and Fitness Melissa Serra, has helped countless people reach their ideal fitness and wellness goals.
Today, Melissa continues to create new and innovative ways to encourage people toward healthy lifestyles. She has recently received a trademark on her new brand 'NO SWEAT', an online training program designed for those that are not able to meet with a trainer one-on-one.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
University of Houston, B.S. in Kinesiology & Exercise Science with minors in Health and Chemistry
CONTACT
[e] metamorphocise@aol.com
TRAINER: LISA MICHELE
Lisa provides comprehensive training through body, mind, and spirit transformation. Pilates principles, resistance training, and other methods are utilized and tailored for individual success. She specializes in balance, core, functional & aerobic fitness, and nutrition
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Bachelor of science. Nutrition.
CPT, CES, USATF L1, TRX III, Reformer
CONTACT
[t] 713/ 806.9808
[e] Livebetterfitness3@gmail.com
TRAINER: DAVE OOI
Dave has been a professional fitness trainer for over 14 years and carries a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science from the University of Houston. He knows that every individual can carry issues such as shoulder impingements or hip and knee replacements, all which need to be considered for safe resistance training programming. Keeping such issues in mind, Dave trains individuals from a practical perspective, focusing on realistic goals set by the client.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIALTIES
Bachelors of Arts, Kinesiology Exercise Science, University of Houston.
CONTACT
[t] 832/ 466-3254
[e] dsofitness@gmail.com
[w] www.dsofitness.com
