George Bender

Education

• Master's in Education, Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, University of Pittsburgh
• B.A. in Psychology, Pennsylvania State University
• Post graduate work at Duquesne University & Catholic Theological Union

Professional Certifications

• ACE Certified Personal Trainer since August of 2006
• Personal Trainer in the AARP collaborative program with ACE
• Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) Certification through YogaFit and Yoga Alliance

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me at Shadyside Hospital, a Yoga studio, with my family or working out. I believe the major benefit of PT is providing support, encouragement and motivation to engage in safe, effective, efficient and goal directed exercise. My JCC clients would best describe me as caring, invested and motivating. I love exercise because it makes me feel great and helps to keep healthy and vital. My favorite activity is Yoga, boot camp strength training, hiking and working my core.

Lisa Bialowas

Education

• BSN, University of Pittsburgh

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• NFPT Personal Training Consultation
• ACE Personal Training Consultation
• CPR Certified
• Board Certified Registered Nurse

Beth Bradley

Education

• CCAC (South Campus), Associates in Applied Science Medical Technology, specialized in Human Biochemistry

Professional Certifications

• ACE Personal Trainer
• NABF Personal Trainer
• NABF Nutrition Technician
• BTS Group Power

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me regardless of where I am, you can call my cell phone, you have the number, if I don't answer leave a message and I will call you back. I believe the major benefit of PT is the life changing experience. My JCC clients would best describe me as intense, animal, tough, loud, funny, too many adjectives to list! My favorite activity; love kickboxing! My favorite body parts to work are shoulders. My favorite piece of equipment in the gym is the "big boy" leg press.

Menachem Brodie

Education

• University of Pittsburgh, B.S. in Excercise Science
• Minor in Coaching

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• National Strength & Conditioning Association- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
• USA Cycling Level 2 coach & USA Cycling Official
• PA Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor/First Aid
• National Strength & Conditioning Association
• American College of Sports Medicine
• National Athletic Trainer Association
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
• USA Triathlon
• IDEA Health & Fitness Association

Nicholas Cenname

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Education

• B.A. Duquesne University (History)

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Training
• American Heart Association (CPR)

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me reading a book! I believe the major benefit of PT is structure. My JCC clients would best describe me as reasonable, knowledgeable and accommodating. I love exercise because it makes me feel great. My favorite activity coaching athletics.

Doreen Costello

Education

• B.S. Health & Physical Education

• ACE Certified Personal Trainer
• CPR & AED

Joe DeAntonis

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One of only four certified specialists in Pennsylvania for Muscle Activation Techniques, a unique and practical approach to evaluating and treating neuromuscular imbalances that may contribute to pain or injury. A personal trainer since 1994. Is an educator in exercise mechanics.

Julius Eggleston

Education

• Currently enrolled in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at the University of Pittsburgh
• B.S. Health & Physical Activity with a specialization in Exercise Science

• B.S. Health & Physical Science
• CPR/AED

Shayne Fletcher

Education

• B.S. Exercise Science, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
• M.S. Sports Business Management, California University of Pennsylvania

• American College of Sports Medicine Health
• Fitness Specialist
• CPR/AED

Michael Greenlee

Education

• Associates Degree Criminal Justice

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• AFAA Certified
• NTC Basic Instructor (National Training Center)
• Certified EMT
• Police Fitness Instructor

Mark Haffner

Education

• University of Maryland Bachelor Degree of General Studies
• Career Training Academy Massage Therapist
• NLP Life Coach of California
• Certified BLP Life Coach

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• AFAA Personal Trainer, 12 years
• NLP Life Coach- International Coach Federation
• USPTR Tennis Professional, 12 years
• In Line Skating Instructor
• Certified Senior Group Fitness Instructor
• Licensed Pennsylvania Massage Therapist

Beth Henke

Education

• International Culinary Academy, Associates in Culinary Arts
• University of Pittsburgh, B.A. in Business Management

• Ace Personal Training, Spinning, BTS Group Power, Group Kick, Group Centergy, SilverSneakers, MS ROM, Yoga Stretch

Kamden Hoffman

Education

• BS in Biology/Environmental Studies Tufts University
• MA in International Development and Master of Public Health George Washington University

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• AFAA certified Personal Trainer
• AED/CPR certification
• Currently pursuing her Level I Triathlon Coach Certification (USAT)

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me working out or in class to exercise my brain. I believe the major benefit of PT is improved mental and physical outcomes, leading to a better quality of life. My JCC clients would best describe me as passionate and dedicated to their specific needs and goals, energizer bunny! I love exercise because it makes me feel complete, and ready to take on anything life brings to me. My favorite activity triathlon.

Chris Howard

Education

• University of Pittsburgh, B.S. in Exercise Science

• ACSM Health Fitness Specialist
• ACE Personal Trainer
• ACE Advanced Health Fitness Specialist
• AHA AED/CPR/First Aid

Kevin Hutchinson

Education

• B.S. Sports Management / Exercise Physiology

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• Powerline Personal Training Certification
• CPR/AED
• Professional Liability Insurance

Marsha Mullen

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Education

• M.S. in Sports Medicine/ Exercise Physiology
• BSE in Physical Education with Minor Athletic Training

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• NATA, National Athletic Training Association
• BLS, Basic Life Support
• Spinning
• BTS, Body Training Systems, Group Power certification

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me at home with my family. I believe the major benefit of PT is finding out how hard you can push yourself. My JCC clients would best describe me as a task master with a big heart. I love exercise because of how I feel after the workouts. My favorite activity is gardening, playing with son, cycling.

Matt Proskin

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Education

• BS in Movement Science with specialization in Exercise Science: University of Pittsburgh
• MS in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with Concentration in Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention: Califonia University of Pennsylivia

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• National Strength and Conditioning Association: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• National Acedemy of Sports Medicine: Performacne enhancement Specialist

Jeff Purcell

Education

• B.S. in Sports Management from Robert Morrris University.

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• AFAA certified Personal Trainer

Dan Rossi

Education

• Robert Morris University - Masters in Science/Non-profit Management
• Carnegie Mellon University - B.S. Administration & Management Science

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• Member of the National Strength & Conditioning Assocation
• CPR/First Aid
• Aerobic & Fitness Association of America

Will Smith

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• NASM certified Personal Trainer

Beau Troutman

Education

• Currently enrolled in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the University of Pittsburgh
• BS Degree in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• CPR/AED Certified

• When I am not at the JCC you will most likely find me in class or studying to become a physical therapist having someone there to motivate you on days where you just don't feel up to it. I believe the major benefit of PT is organized and dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, it provides a break from the hectic nature of life in today's society.  My favorite activity push-ups and pull-ups.

Craig Wilson

Education

• LaRoche College

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• ACE Certified Personal Trainer

Laurie Wood

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Education

• M.S. in Exercise Physiology, University of Pittsburgh
• B.S. in Exercise Science, University of Pittsburgh

Professional Certifications and Affiliations

• NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
• Certified Spinning Instructor
• BTS, Body Training Systems, Group Power/Group Kick/Group Centergy certifications
• Physical Mind Institute Mat Pilates