Dylan Perez

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Dylan is a NFPT certified personal trainer working towards a BA in Integrative Studies with focuses in Theatre, Psychology, and Exercise Science from NKU. He is also a musical theater actor in shows at NKU and the Cincinnati area. Dylan's passion for theater and performance translates into his training style, making fitness both challenging and enjoyable. He also incorporates aspects of psychology into his training approach, understanding the importance of mental health in achieving physical wellness. Overall, Dylan is a knowledgeable and dedicated personal trainer committed to helping his clients achieve their best selves.

Marlene

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Marlene is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with experience working with all ages and ability levels. She enjoys the challenges and rewards of working with people from all backgrounds and fitness levels. She has her master's degree from the University of Kentucky in Kinesiology and Health Promotion. Marlene’s wellness philosophy emphasizes lifelong fitness and having fun while doing it. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her dog and family, reading and playing pickleball!

Gage Ammons

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Gage graduated from Northern Kentucky University with degrees in Organizational Leadership (B.A.) and Industrial-Organizational Psychology (M.S.).  He currently works with the International Coaching Federation and is an adjunct faculty in the Department of Psychological Science here at NKU. Through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), he has certifications and has been training with clients for six years with specializations in weight loss, behavioral change, and stress management. His wellness philosophy revolves around overall health and well-being, mentally and physically!

Julia

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Julia is a certified ACE Group Fitness Instructor, and is also the current Fitness Graduate Assistant at NKU Campus Rec. She loves teaching classes of various formats including HIIT, Strength, and Aquatics. She is currently pursuing her Master’s of Science in Exercise Science as she works to become an Exercise Physiologist. Julia’s wellness philosophy focuses on always listening to your body and finding forms of activity that bring you joy. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, reading and spending time with friends and family!

Isaiah

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Isaiah is an exercise science major at NKU and is aiming to own his own gym one day with his own set of clients. He recently completed the group fitness instructor prep course at NKU Campus Rec this past Spring and He is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and he loves encouraging people to get in the gym and get their sweat on. He teaches a myriad of different strength classes at the Rec, ranging from Core, Upper Body & more! His philosophy when it comes to exercise is “you don’t have to be a body builder to be in shape” and encourages people of all backgrounds that if you stay consistent, the results will come. As a fun fact, Isaiah grew up in Alberta Canada for eight years before eventually making his way to Kentucky.