OUR TEAM OF PERSONAL TRAINERS IN Northern Kentucky

Kevin

Kevin believes in bringing clients friendly and positive attitudes while working to achieve goals. He believes every person needs a custom approach because everyone has different areas they need to work around or improve for long term success and longevity.

Marquis

Marquis Brookins is a former Division I track and field athlete at UC who is committed to improving the wellbeing of others. With 8 years of experience as a certified personal trainer, he specializes in strength and conditioning and overall fitness. He also has extensive experience working with youth clients on speed and agility training for various sports. He is a Cincinnati firefighter and a wellness coach for Mental Health America and Northkey of Northern Kentucky. His outgoing personality will keep you motivated and his caring nature will help you through any bumps in the way of living your best life.

Shanda

A well rounded personal trainer, yoga,and nutrition certified trainer who encompasses positivity into everything she does.

Jerry

Jerry Strange is a dedicated personal trainer and NPC physique competitor with over a decade of experience in fitness and strength training. Jerry combines a strong foundation in science with a passion for helping others achieve their goals. Specializing in tailoring programs for clients of all levels, Jerry leverages his extensive knowledge and personal experience as a competitor to deliver resultsdriven, customized fitness plans. His journey in fitness began in 2009, and since then, he has not only transformed his own physique but also empowered countless clients to become stronger, healthier, and more confident versions of themselves.

Dennis

Dennis Cornell has over 23 years as a doctorallevel psychotherapist helping folks make changes to become better versions of themselves. His work as a Certified Personal TrainerNutrition Coach (NASM) has provided the foundation for his understanding of clientcentered fitness, motivation, and performance metrics. As a former instructor for the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), and later as a Certified Level II Grader for the revised version, Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), he has 8 years of experience leading Soldiers in reaching their fitness goals to pass the test for Army readiness. He is driving by helping clients fulfill their personal fitness goals.

Julian

Hi, I’m Julian Stinson, a NASMCertified Personal Trainer with a focus on strength training, functional fitness, sports performance, and general health and wellness. I bring four years of experience coaching athletes in strength, conditioning, and skill development. I have worked handson with individuals across different sports and ages groups.My coaching style is supportive, structured, and centered around helping clients build strength, and confidence through solid technique and balanced training. I’m passionate about creating an environment where people feel safe, confident, capable, and motivated to push past what they thought they could do. Whether someone is training for sport or simply looking to feel stronger in everyday life, I’m committed to helping them reach their full potential.

Joe

PT Manager

Joseph is a dedicated and enthusiastic Personal Trainer with over a decade of experience in the fitness industry, shaped significantly by his ten years of distinguished military service. His unique background provides him with a disciplined approach to fitness, emphasizing not only physical strength but also mental resilience and a steadfast commitment to personal growth. After serving his country, Joseph discovered his true passion lay in empowering individuals to achieve their fitness goals. This realization propelled him into a career as a Personal Trainer, where he combines his military discipline with an infectious energy that motivates clients to push beyond their limits. Through his dynamic training methods, he inspires individuals from all walks of life to take charge of their health and embark on transformative journeys.

Rugen

Trainer

Rugen is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NASMCPT) with advanced credentials including NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), NASM Nutrition Coach, and NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES). With a strong foundation in movement science and performance training, Rugen specializes in building customized programs to help clients reach their goals. He believes in the use of strength training for all ages and combining that with a sensible nutrition program can increase functional output and energy levels.His educational background with corrective strategies gives him a leg up to understand the movements each person should be doing and avoiding. This is important because consistency in any workout routine is paramount to reaching any goals you set forth.

Rachel

Trainer

Rachel has worked in multiple capacities as a fitness trainer including at Orangetheory group classes and with personal training clients who love her motivation techniques.

Richard

Trainer

Experienced/certified fitness trainer. First aid/CPR/AED emergency responder. Early retirement (31 yrs.) corporate executive (P and G). Magna Cum Laude Mechanical Engineering, University of Puerto Rico. Motion Mechanics, Math and Behavioral Psychology academic minor. Stanford University Design Thinking executive education. Amazon published book author, Scatterbrains:Teams Find Innovation by Thinking Differently, Harvard Business Review Article Oct 2022 Edition. Fitness training specialty areas include Strength Training, Dance and Healthy Mobility for quality of entire lifespan. Married with 16 year old boy/girl twins. Ohio West Chester resident;. English/Spanish fluent. Italian/Portuguese proficient. Training Principles: 1. Humans (mind amp; body) were made to move, moderately.; 2. Your only competitor is your yesterday self. 3. Best fitness plan is customized and sustainable for your life in the real world. 4. Good and Done is better than perfect. 5.Cardiovascular is the Engine, Nutrition is Fuel, Muscles are your body’s Armor. Balanced attention is key.

Darbi

Trainer

Darbi grew up in Ohio and was a multisport athlete from 2nd grade on up. She excelled at cross country and received a crosscountry scholarship to Wright State University and continued running half marathons afterward. Darbi accomplished finishing as the top female finisher and 6th overall in one of the half marathons. She volunteered with Girls on the Run, led a group of Hiking Mamas in Montana, and over the past 10 years, has been an avid weightlifter. Since 2018, Darbi has been bodybuilding and competed three times and finished in the top 3 of her competitions. She holds a personal training license through NASM. Physical health is her passion, and has the belief that with the right diet and attitude, you can achieve your desired results!

Krissy

Trainer

Krissy’s personal training journey took a bit of a different path. She started out graduating with a BS in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Reading Education. She found that teaching in the schools was not for her, but she did have a desire to still teach. She was an inhome nanny for several years before deciding she wanted to have children. Now she cares for hers and her husband’s two boys (10 and 8). She developed her passion for helping others achieve their fitness and health goals while she was a member at Orangetheory Fitness. During her time working with the coaches at OTF, she did several 5Ks and halfmarathons in the Greater Cincinnati Area. She also volunteered her time with several mothers that were part of a local special needs family group called PAUSE. She did weekly training sessions and monthly challenges with them. She is currently working with a strength and conditioning specialist to improve her back strength. She had scoliosis and had two 18 titanium rods surgically attached to her spine (T3L2) at the age of 24 and over time they have decreased her overall mobility and back health. She is well versed in adapting to the needs of her clients because she has to be constantly cognizant of what she needs to adapt on a daily basis.

Vicki

Trainer

Vicki Dixon is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. As a former NPC Figure competitor, she knows how to sculpt, strengthen, and achieve real results. Specializing in strength training and weight loss, Vicki helps clients of all ages and fitness levels push past limits and feel their best. With personalized plans, expert guidance, and unwavering support, shersquo;ll help you build strength, shed weight, and step into your power. Ready to take charge of your health? Let’s make it happen!