Certifications: BODYATTACK, BODYJAM, BODYPUMP Major: Linguistics
Agnes
Fitness Philosophy: “Everything is hard before it gets easy. Then make it harder.”
Certifications: BODYATTACK & BODYJAM Major: Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Affairs and the Advisor to the Black Greek Council and United Greek Council.
Alex
Fitness Philosophy: “Group fitness is all about the experience; whether it is the people, music or workout, there’s always something you can gain from challenging yourself to do something new. So dig deep and enjoy the experience!”
Certifications: BODYPUMP, BODYFLOW, Cycle Major: Kinesiology PhD
Annmarie
Fitness Philosophy: “Mens sana in corpore sano” – A sound mind in a sound body.
Certifications: Yoga Alliance Major: Journalism
Billie
Fitness Philosophy: “A healthy life starts with a healthy body”
Certifications: POUND, BODYPUMP Major: English PhD
Christine
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness should be fun and rewarding! I believe in working out for self-empowerment. If you choose fitness activities that make you feel strong and confident, fitness will become a stress-releasing habit, not a burden.”
Certifications: ACE Group Fitness, RIPPED, BODYPUMP Major: MBA
Courtney
Fitness Philosophy: “Strive to be better today than you were yesterday”
Certifications: Les Mills, ACE, AFFA, NASM Major: Employed
Dan
Fitness Philosophy: “Let’s just move!”
Certifications: Iyengar Yoga Instructor Major: Medicine/Community Health MD/PhD
Gwendolyn
Fitness Philosophy: “Physical health is not a commodity to be bargained for, nor can it be swallowed in the form of drugs and pills – it has to be earned through sweat. It is something that we must build up”
Certifications: Aqua Fit Major: Retired
Jeanne
Fitness Philosophy: “My fitness philosophy is all about ageless movement and feeling confident about exercise. Aqua fit exercise gives participants support and friendship which gives incentive to return to class week after week.”
Certifications: Spinning, BODYPUMP, TRX Major: Neuroscience PhD
Kelsey
Fitness Philosophy: “Being physically active is one of the most important gifts you can give to yourself, so find activities you love and create a routine that works for you!”
Certifications: BODYFLOW, PulsePointe BARRE Major: Psychology PhD
Lauren
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness should be fun, so you will stick with it and get stronger and healthier.”
Certifications: AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, BODY ATTACK, BODY JAM, RIPPED Major: Business Administration/Event Planning
Lesa
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness and wellness should be a lifetime commitment. We get fit for life not just for special occasions. Please don’t pick on yourself, take it one day at a time, make realistic goals and remember to HAVE FUN! It’s all good!”
Certification: Aqua Fit Major: Retired
Lila
Fitness Philosophy: “Find what works for you, keep moving, and have fun! Don’t let yourself get overwhelmed & give up, every little bit helps.”
Certifications: BODYPUMP, BODYJAM, BODYFLOW, CXWORX, SH'BAM Major: Graduated from EIU with a Major in General Studies, Minor in Psychology
Maria
Fitness Philosophy: “Working out should be FUN and CHALLENGING! At the end of every session, you should feel PROUD of all you’ve accomplished!”
Certifications: 200hr RYT (Eight Limbed Path of Ashtanga Yoga including Hatha and Vinyasa Flow) Major: Special Education
Marissa
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness goes far beyond making you look good, it improves your health and well being, quality of life and self esteem.”
Certifications: BODYPUMP Major: MD/PhD Candidate in Neuroscience
Marta
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness is a journey, not a destination.”
Certifications: Zumba Basic Steps Level 1, POUND Major: Germanic Language and Literature
Nadia
Fitness Philosophy: “Workout because you love your body, not because you hate it!”
Certifications: ZUMBA Major: Animal Science with a Concentration in Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Nicole
Fitness Philosophy: “Let go of your worries and do everything with drive and happiness.”
Certifications: BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT, Spinning Major: Linguistics PhD
Nyssa
Fitness Philosophy: “Fitness is personal, and there’s diversity in what “healthy” means to different people; find a workout that you love and exercising will become an act of wellness, something that enhances the quality of everything else you do in your life.”
Certifications: Zumba Basic 1 Major: Computer Science
Pedro
Fitness Philosophy: “Let the party be your workout”
Certifications: ACE Group Fitness, BODYCOMBAT, Zumba Major: Community Health PhD
Sarah
Fitness Philosophy: “The essence of life is living well. Have fun with your workouts; push yourself, but know your limits; keep an open mind, and be kind to yourself. Fitness is a journey. Embrace it!”
Certifications: BODYATTACK Major: Marketing & Supply Chain Management
Sasha
Fitness Philosophy: “Motivated people find a way!”
Certifications: Spinning, BARRE Major: Kinesiology
Tiffany Habbal
Fitness Philosophy: “When everything seems like an uphill struggle, just think of the view from the top.”