 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Paige Backenstose
Swimming since age 5, Paige has been moving and grooving since she was a youngster. When she moved to Minneapolis in '94, the year The Mighty Ducks was released, she was inspired by Emilio Estevez and his crew and decided to try ice-hockey for a season. She didn't score a single goal the whole year, and soon traded her skates for a pair of Asics. She hasn't stopped running since, although cold winters provided the opportunity to take up nordic skiing in the off-season. Today, she incorporates teaching and fitness components into her life in a variety of outlets, including coaching cross country at Albemarle High School, teaching Group Exercise classes, and training for marathons. When she isn't outside moving around, she pursues her affinity for cooking, and loves to share recipes and ideas for preparing in-season, local foods. She is also aware that there is more to fitness than physical components, and she is very interested in keeping the mind and heart in shape as well.
Dan Bayliss
Dan is currently enrolled in the Clinical Nurse Leader program at the UVA School of Nursing. Dan has a BS in medical biology and a MS in clinical exercise physiology and is a Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine. Dan's specialties are designing intro level exercise programs including basic training for introductory runners and triathletes as well as training programs for individuals with chronic disease conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease. A former smoker himself, Dan has moved to a life of physical activity which includes 11 marathons, 5 triathlons, and many more 5 and 10 K races.
Lia Bradley
Lia is an AFAA certified personal trainer. She been a trainer at the AFC since the fall of 2007 and has had the opportunity to work with a diverse group of clientele, from novice exercisers to seasoned athletes. A former competitive gymnast turned marathon runner, Lia enjoys participating in many different exercise disciplines and believes that variety helps keep physical activity fun and enjoyable.
Claire Brady
Claire is currently a fourth year majoring in Exercise Physiology. She is an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and is interested in cardiac rehabilitation. Claire has been a trainer since 2007 and is enthusiastic and passionate about healthy lifestyles and fitness! In her spare time, Claire plays on UVA's Club ultimate Frisbee team and enjoys biking and yoga.
Dylan Duffy
Dylan is a third year personal trainer and group exercise instructor. He has taken classes in anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, nutrition, personal training, and group exercise. He aims to teach, motivate, and monitor clients' progression in their pursuit of personal fitness and a healthier lifestyle. Using strength, endurance, cardio, and core training exercises his training sessions will introduce or build upon previous fitness knowledge. Personable and accommodating, he has built long relationships with numerous clients, students, and business professionals alike.
Sofia Gaskins
Sofia is an undergraduate from Fredericksburg, VA studying Kinesiology and Psychology. She is an AFAA certified personal trainer, and has always been passionate about fitness. She loves to mix up programming with different exercises to keep it exciting. She also is on Virginia Competitive Cheerleading here at the university.
Katie Haney
Katie is a 2008 UVA graduate and is currently working on her Masters in Spanish Literature. She is an AFAA certified personal trainer as well as an AFAA certified group exercise instructor. She teaches cycling classes as well as deep water running classes aside from working one-on-one with clients. Katie enjoys salsa dancing, playing music, and doing anything outside.
Seth Hutchinson
Seth is an experienced fitness specialist whose emphasis on training for endurance events makes him ideal for runners looking to complete anything from a local 5k to a major marathon. Formerly a top division 1 distance runner for Kent State University in Ohio, he continues to race as a post-collegiate and is looking to help both athletes and non-athletes accomplish their fitness goals. Seth is an ACSM certified personal trainer with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and a desire to see others succeed.
Moriah Lowdermilk
After growing up watching several close family members struggle with
severe obesity and subsequent health problems, I made a commitment
to myself to be fit for life. I knew that fitness didn't mean being
stick thin, but in making lifestyle habits out of regular exercise,
healthy portion control, stress management, and other factors of overall
well-being. For me, implementing these things permanently means I will
be at a level of health that will allow me to live a long, active lifestyle
relatively free of many of the complications unhealthy lifestyles can
lead to.
As a personal trainer I stress the importance of fitness as a lifestyle--not as a mere aesthetic. Together we'll create exercise routines that fit your lifestyle, motivate you to reach your personal fitness goals, and embrace all components of healthy living, both in and outside of the gym.
Chris Maslaney
Chris is an excellent personal trainer. His expertise stems from a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology and many years of functional sports performance training. If your goal is to gain muscle mass, decrease body fat, increase cardiovascular health, or simply to challenge yourself, contact Chris.
Ebe Nelson
Ebe is born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He is a Varsity Wrestler here at the University and enjoys biking, recreational basketball and martial arts. He has lead the Healthy Hoo’s Challenge in the past as well. In his free time he likes to play video games. Ebe is expected to get a degree in 2012 in Kinesiology and specializes working with athletes.
Laurel Noe
Laurel is a graduate student in the Nursing School, as part of a second-degree nursing program. She graduated from UVA in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Medicine. She has been involved in exercise and rehabilitation as a physical therapy aid in an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic. She really enjoys running and training for different races. She has participated in several half-marathons and one full marathon.
Jessica Rainey
Jessica is a fourth year neuroscience major who plans on attending medical school upon graduation. As an AFAA certified Personal Trainer Jessica believes personal fitness is an integral part of a person’s total well being, both physically and mentally. Jessica enjoys a variety of sports and also enjoys traveling, cooking, and the outdoors.
Monica Scott
Monica is currently a fourth year undergraduate student in the School of Nursing. Through the school of nursing Monica has taken a multitude of classes that can enhance Personal Training. She has taught Group Exercise classes for over three years and has trained a variety of clients for over two years. She holds certifications in AFAA Primary Group Exercise, AFAA Kickboxing and AFAA Personal Training. Monica loves working out indoors, outdoors, on land or in the water!
Laurie Stewart
Laurie has been working in the fitness industry for over 20 years. She started personal training at UVA in 2001. She’s learned over the years that exercise is not everyone’s favorite activity—imagine that! Her desire is to help clients find ways to make exercise an enjoyable, regular part of their lives. Laurie loves to play guitar, volunteer, walk, and is currently writing a novel.
Bethany Dannelly
Bethany is currently enrolled to receive her Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology. She is a trainer who holds special interests in the areas of sports conditioning, cycling, and water fitness. She loves working out, playing basketball and competing in triathlons!
Sarah Otey
Sarah is a certified ACSM Certified Personal Trainer. She loves coaching and partakes in youth sports and development. Sarah is currently studying to receive her Master’s in Exercise Physiology. In her spare time, she loves triathlons, basketball and running.
John McCall
John McCall is the Assistant Director for Outdoor Recreation at UVA and holds a masters degree in Sport and Exercise Science. He enjoys helping others develop and maintain healthy and fit lifestyles in ways that keep physical activity fun and exciting. On a personal level, John enjoys trail running, rock/mountain climbing, and skiing and has a passion for endurance events. Whether you are looking to just get off the couch or want to run your first marathon, John can help you get there!