Exercise ETC. Faculty

All of our instructors have a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Exercise, Physiology, Wellness or a related field. All have one or more national certifications or licensures, and all work full time in their respective fields. All Exercise ETC. instructors are carefully trained and screened to provide you with a high-quality, enjoyable learning experience. Included below are biographies for our faculty.

Guy Andrews, MA, CSCS

Guy is the Executive Director of Exercise ETC. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through NSCA and a Performance Enhancement Specialist through NASM. He has worked in the fitness field since 1983 as a boot camp instructor, group fitness instructor, group fitness director, personal trainer, fitness director and health club general manager. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL and holds multiple fitness certifications. Over the years, Guy has worked with many population groups, especially the older adult population, and has worked in a variety of environments including corporate fitness, hospital-based wellness centers, municipal and community centers and major health clubs. Guy has authored a book on Aerobics Training for the American Council on Exercise as well as numerous continuing education articles and programs.

Laura Abbott, MS, LMT

Laura Abbott is an NCTMB certified and Georgia licensed massage therapist having graduated from Academy of Somatic Healing Arts in Atlanta, GA. She earned her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and her Master's Degree in Sports Medicine from Georgia State University, and she interned in the Emory University Cardiac Rehabilitation Department and at the Georgia Institute of Technology Athletic Department. Laura worked with Federal Occupational Health training and educating Federal Law Enforcement officers and traveled around the country presenting continuing education programs for many years. She has been quoted in Ladies Home and was a featured speaker for the Speaking of Women's Health Expo for 2 consecutive years and she has presented at the National American College of Sports Medicine conference. Laura currently teaches in the Kinesiology and Health department at Georgia State University and is a guest speaker at Atlanta area massage schools and at the Georgia State University Physical Therapy department. Since 1991 she has owned and operated Premier Performance, Inc. in Atlanta, specializing in exercise and massage therapy. She is the author of the book, Massage Therapy Review: Passing the NCETMB and NCETM published by McGraw-Hill and available on Amazon.com.

Steve Bannerot, MS, CSCS

Steve has been immersed in the fitness industry since 1988 when he retired from his 12 year athletic career in springboard diving. He earned his MA in psychology from Seattle University and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist as well as an ACE certified personal trainer and group exercise leader and an AIFE certified Older Adult Trainer. Steve is experienced in working with a variety of population groups from children to older adults to the overweight/obese population and he enjoys motivating and educating clients in a variety of environments. A former aerobics competitor, Steve is now a Family and Child Therapist who incorporates fitness, wellness and athletics as mechanisms for healing.

April Boulter, MS

April has a diverse background in personal training, aquatics, group fitness and yoga. With a Master’s Degree in Sports Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology, both from the University of Arkansas, April has a passion for using fitness and proper eating habits as the foundation for sustainable lifestyle change. As the Fitness and Aquatics Center Coordinator at Loyola University in Chicago, IL, April works with a mix of students and faculty as well as community residents to design and implement effective training programs in a variety of land and water-based applications. At Loyola, one of April’s main responsibilities is to plan and organize the annual "Welcome Week Event" for over 2000 Freshmen per year, to emphasize proper nutrition and consistent activity to overcome the dreaded "Freshman Fifteen." April is certified by ACSM, ACE, AFAA, and YogaFit and is also a certified Lifeguard and CPR Instructor.

Heather Clawson, MD, CSCS

Heather is a Doctor of Internal Medicine who began her fitness career at the age of two when she began training in gymnastics; by the age of fourteen she reached her goal of joining the U.S. women’s gymnastic team. Her love of health and fitness inspired her to become a certified group exercise instructor and personal trainer during her undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona, where she obtained a BS in Microbiology & Immunology. Heather has spent the past nine years incorporating her medical experience into a fitness career, while simultaneously educating other physicians on how to correctly teach patients to exercise. Heather is highly experienced in group fitness, weight training, and proper nutrition; she is an ACE certified personal trainer, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Mike Deibler, MS, CSCS

Mike is the owner of San Diego Premier Training, a private personal training studio located in San Diego, CA. He is also the founder of “My Workout Creator” an online exercise programming system. Mike is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS) with a BS in Kinesiology from the University of Connecticut and an MS in Exercise and Sport Sciences from the University of Florida at Gainesville. A former All American in Track and Field for the University of Connecticut, Mike uses his success in the athletic world combined with his extensive education to become an elite fitness consultant and mentor for newly certified personal trainers. As a personal trainer and Boot Camp leader, Mike has helped hundreds of individuals reach their full fitness potential. Specializing in program design for athletes, functional training, and fat loss training for busy executives, Mike is also a certified personal trainer through ACE and NASM.

Lisa Garrity, MA, CSCS

When Lisa teaches a seminar or workshop her passion and commitment for fitness shine through. With over 20 years of experience she has served as a group fitness instructor and administrator, personal trainer and consumer advocate. Her current program mix features kickboxing, aquatics, interval training, weight management, older adult fitness and more, and she has presented fitness education programs nationally and internationally. As the Professional Development Administrator for the American Council on Exercise, Lisa was instrumental in the creation and development of the ACE Practical Training Program.

Jill Hamilton, MS, CSCS

Jill is a fitness supervisor for the Hennepin County, MN (Minneapolis) where she supervises a fitness staff of over 50 employees who provide fitness and wellness services and programs for the 10,000 Community Recreation Center members. She also serves on the City’s Health Management Steering Committee which is charged with developing a health management plan in response to growing health care costs for Hennepin County's full-time employees and their spouses. For the past three years, she has organized over 65 wellness programs and educational services for county employees. Jill is a certified Worksite Wellness Coordinator, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a certified Stott Pilates instructor. Jill has a Master’s Degree in Health Promotion and Exercise Physiology from the University of Cincinnati and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Randy Kaiser, M Ed

Randy is the owner of Eleet Fitness, a unique online fitness consulting company and private personal training facility in the metro Houston, TX area. Randy has a Masters of Education Degree in Exercise Science from Texas State University, San Marcos, TX and he brings with him advanced experience in the fitness industry including positions such as fitness director, college instructor, and strength and conditioning coach. With extensive knowledge in the fields of weight training, strength and conditioning, post-rehab training, flexibility and energy systems training, Randy strives to help his clients accomplish all of their fitness goals. He is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as a Health & Fitness Specialist and has worked as a physical therapy aide, Human Performance Lab Instructor, personal trainer and university research assistant. Randy lives in Sugar Land, TX with his wife Kristi, a physical therapist, and their son.

Donna Kauchak, MS, CSCS

With a MS in organic chemistry, and another in exercise physiology, Donna is currently in private practice in the metro New York City area. A former Strength and Conditioning Professional for New York University's woman's basketball team , Donna is also the Assistant Cycling Coach for the Southern New Jersey chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. A former NPC competitive bodybuilder, Donna holds certifications through ACE and AFAA in addition to her NSCA-CSCS credential. She also holds an NASM certification as a Performance Enhancement Specialist as well as specialty certifications in Pre & Post Natal Exercise, Pilates, Yoga and Mat Science and is a state licensed EMT. Donna is passionate about dedication and perseverance as a means towards achieving one's goals.

Carol Kutik, MS

Carol received her Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Alabama, Birmingham and she is certified by ACE as a personal trainer and by ACSM as a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer As Director of Fitness and Health Promotion for the Lakeshore Foundation in Birmingham, AL, Carol is responsible for the oversight and development of all fitness and personal training programs for individuals with long term disabilities that result from accident, injury or aging. She is also responsible for creating and implementing health promotion activities related to nutrition, exercise, and health education. Carol has almost 25 year's experience in the fitness and wellness industry; prior to her position at the Lakeshore Foundation, she worked with Sportsfirst. in Birmingham as the Corporate Director of Fitness and Group Exercise. You can also see Carol on the Fox 6 "Good Day Alabama" show every 3rd Monday of the month providing exercise tips and encouraging all viewers to function at their personal best. Carol also travels the country to provide continuing education to fitness professionals in working with older adults and those with physical disability and chronic medical conditions.

Eric Lemkin, MS, CSCS

Eric has over 16 years experience in the fitness industry, with extensive clinical experience in cardiac, pulmonary, and cancer rehabilitation at a hospital-based wellness center. With a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Eastern Michigan University, he has also managed corporate fitness centers for companies such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Mutual of Omaha and other Fortune 500 companies. Currently a personal trainer at Urban Active Fitness outside of Toledo, OH, Eric has been a lecturer at both the University of Toledo and Owens Community College. Eric is credentialed as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and as a Master Trainer through National Health Educator, as well as by ACSM; his fitness passions include older adult fitness, sport-specific training and sports nutrition.

Chris Marino, MS, CSCS

Chris is a strength and conditioning specialist in private practice in the metro Philadelphia area. With almost 10 years experience in all aspects of fitness Chris specializes in training clients with chronic orthopedic conditions and those who have been released from physical therapy following joint replacement, surgery or injury. Chris is the owner of "Marino’s Body Shop," a personal training management company located in southeastern PA specializing in Boot Camps for different fitness levels. Chris is certified by the NSCA, ACSM, and ACE and is experienced in functional training, core conditioning and advanced exercise techniques for athletes and recreational athletes.

Trish Muse, MPT, CSCS

Trish Muse is a master’s level physical therapist, veteran pharmaceutical representative and published author who practices in Washington DC. Frequently featured as a contributor in magazines such as Essence, Heart and Soul, and Self, Trish presents continuing education programs for fitness professionals and physical therapists both domestically and internationally. Currently completing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Trish is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through NSCA and holds certifications through ACSM, ACE, AFAA and other organizations. She is also a licensed Wellness Coach and Polestar certified Pilate’s instructor. Trish owns Body Productions, Inc. where she has produced and starred in several popular exercise videos, including “Ab Attack,”“Body Management,”“The Workstation Workout” and others.

Ginger Patterson, Ph D, RD

Ginger Patterson, Ph.D., R.D. has worked in the field of wellness in Ft. Myers for the past 20 years. She has 7 years experience as an adjunct professor of nutrition. Currently she maintains an office at Fitness On The Move where she does weight management and general nutrition counseling. Her newspaper column, Daily Dose, can be read on Tuesdays in the News-Press. Her extensive media background has earned her the unofficial title of "nutrition guru of Ft. Myers."

Kevin Reiseck, MS, ATC, CSCS

Kevin is the owner of ARCH Fitness in the metro St. Louis area. He has a BA in Athletic Training from California State University Northridge and a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from Illinois State University. Kevin is also a certified athletic trainer (ATC), and a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) with extensive experience as a Boot Camp instructor. He also trains individuals, teams and youth organizations in the St. Louis area and he has worked as a strength and conditioning specialist and athletic trainer with multiple professional teams, universities, and youth organizations. Kevin is also an adjunct instructor of exercise science at Lewis and Clark Community College in East Alton, IL.

Irv Rubenstein, Ph D, CSCS

Dr. Irv Rubenstein, exercise physiologist, is co-founder and president of S.T.E.P.S., Inc., Nashville’s first personal training center. He is a certified personal trainer (ACSM-H/FI, NSCA-CSCS, ACE, AAHFP-Post-Rehab Specialist) and national presenter of continuing education seminars. He is the co-producer of an instructional video on the use of exercise tubes for Exercise Etc. Dr. Irv (as he is called on the speaking circuit) has co-authored chapters for several personal training textbooks and has published and been featured in fitness articles in Professional Personal Trainer magazine, NSCA’s on-line magazine, Vogue magazine, and local publications. He created a dynamic medicine ball and stability ball routine called “Rock, Roll ‘n Reggae”™. In Nashville, Dr. Irv has served on the board of the Nashville Arthritis Foundation and co-chairs the education committee of the Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee.

John Stroffolino, MS, CSCS

With over 10 years of fitness industry experience, John has a diversified background in corporate, commercial, collegiate, and hospital-based fitness. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Physical Education at Germanna Community College in Locust Grove, VA. He earned his BS degree in Physical Education from East Stroudsburg University in Pennsylvania, with emphasis in Gerontology. As an undergrad, John was captain of the Track and Field Team as well as a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Scholar-Athlete. Later, John attended the University of Delaware, earning a Master of Science degree in Physical Education with a focus in Exercise Physiology. John is currently completing his doctorate in Kinesiology at the University of Virginia. A warm and engaging speaker, John is certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

Kelly Velotta, MS, RD

Kelly is the Nutrition Manager for the Duke University Health Systems Employee Wellness program in Raleigh, NC, where she oversees the nutrition programs for over 30,000 employees. She is a Registered Dietitian and she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Arizona State University and a Master’s Degree in Nutrition from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA. She has worked in the fitness and dietetics industry for over 10 years. Over the years, Kelly has worked with hundreds of clients, from infants to the elderly, specializing in preventive nutrition and fitness for specific medical conditions. She is also the owner of WholeBody Nutrition & Fitness, LLC where she provides nutrition counseling and personal training. Kelly is a Gold Certified Health and Fitness Specialist though the American Council on Exercise.

Sandy Wright, MS, NSCA-CPT

Sandy is Exercise ETC's Correspondence Education Course Developer. She has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Georgia State University and is currently a personal trainer specializing in working with the "baby boomer" population and is also a part-time instructor at Georgia Perimeter College in Atlanta. Sandy has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years; she has worked as a group fitness instructor and an exercise physiologist in a hospital based wellness center. Sandy is certified as a Health/Fitness Instructor by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and as a personal trainer by both the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

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