Bachelor of Science in Education: Exercise and Sport Science
Doctorate of Physical Therapy (In Progress)

Primary Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer (ACE)
CPR & AED (American Heart Association)

Caroline Correll, Personal Trainer

Bachelor of Arts: Journalism & Mass Communications

Primary Certifications:
Personal Fitness Trainer (AFAA)
CPR & AED (American Red Cross)
Group Exercise Instructor (AFAA)

Fitness Philosophy:
“My dream is for people to listen to their bodies ~ to respect the body's natural flow and needs for movement, rest, nutrition, creativity, fun, spirit, and work. I love helping others to regain a zest for living from the inside-out!  Every day is different, and every body is different, so aim to discover movement and fitness you love.

For the past nine years, while teaching fitness and working professionally in various media roles, I have honed in on my communications skills, expanded my love for music/movement, and deepened my desire to help others thrive in their own skin. With the pressure to be and look perfect, the vanity factor thinly ices the cake and if focused on too much can lead to unhealthy patterns and obsessions. If we steer clear of perfection and aim toward listening, we tap into a truly fulfilling physical, mental and spiritual self.

With ongoing studying of the mind-body connection with established mentors and advisors, every day I look forward to helping others realize their full potential.  We all need traditional and core-focused resistance training, stretching, cardiovascular endurance and rest – With one-on-one focus from a trainer who can hear your unique needs as opposed to depending on a generic plan, you sharpen your own mind-body awareness to live fully – to thrive in your body, to notice the messages, to value your strengths, to become compassionate with your softness.  I want you to find what you love and find ways to incorporate that energy into your daily life!”

Colette Marie McCaine, Yoga Instructor

Primary Certifications:
Registered Yoga Teacher (Yoga Alliance)
Registered Reflexology Therapist
Thai Yoga Body Work Level II Certification
Reiki, Level II Certification

Om Shanti - Peace!

Certifications:
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
CPR/AED  Red Cross 

Fitness Philosophy:
"Because of my dance/acting background, I keep my exercise routine well rounded by combining strength training, flexibility training, and cardiovascular conditioning into workouts. I exercise to maintain health and vitality throughout life. I also expect the same of my clients.

Exercise not only feels good but also reduces the risk of developing lifestyle related diseases (stroke, diabetes, heart attack). Regular exercise is also vital to ensuring that our bodies perform their best in all aspects of life.

As a personal trainer, I encourage my clients to make dramatic changes in their lives, be the best that they can be, and take what is learned in a session and incorporate it into daily life. I am a cheerleader for positive change and well-being. I know that YOU can accomplish anything!

With my energy, enthusiasm, creativity, diverse background and knowledge, I can help you achieve your goals!

Bachelor of Science in Sociology:
University of Connecticut

Certifications:
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Expert Rating International Certification
National Endurance Sports Trainers Association (NESTA)
CPR/AED  American  Heart  Association

Fitness Philosophy:
"Personal training goes beyond just getting a client to their fitness goals; it is establishing a trust between the client and trainer. Clients are trained through up tempo workouts that force the body to burn fat faster, thus increasing the client's results. The client must first believe in his/herself that they are capable of accomplishing their goals. I believe that the three keys to success are to be mentally strong, positive, and patient. When this occurs you will then be able to accomplish such a rigorous feat.”

Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer (AFAA)
Certified Group Fitness Instructor (AFAA)
CPR Certified (American Heart Association)
Certified Pilates Instructor (AFAA)  
Certified Keiser Spinning Instructor

Fitness Philosophy:
"I believe in work! It takes effort, discipline, letting go of excuses and self imposed mental limitations. Belief in one’s self is essential to creating the life you desire. Take charge of your health, your life depends on it.

With a positive attitude and upbeat personality, I encourage and motivate my clients to take the limits off and be the best they can be. I educate my clients with a hands on approach and wellness coaching model to ensure each individual success with a "NO Excuses" policy."

Karamie Barksdale, Personal Trainer

Bachelor of Science, International Business, Finance, Spanish: Auburn University

Master of Education, English/Language Arts: Jacksonville State University

Primary Certifications: 
Certified Personal Trainer (ACE)
CPR Certified (American Heart Association)

 Fitness Philosophy:
“Having played sports and been involved in fitness throughout my life and collegiately, I believe that it is essential for a person to make health a habit. As personal trainers, we provide the instruction, but most of all, we provide the encouragement and consistency that is necessary to develop healthy habits. If I can be the catalyst for just one person to make a life changing decision to make health and fitness a priority, then I feel accomplished. Everyone’s needs and interests are different, and as trainers we should strive to provide as much variety and individualized instruction as possible to help our clients establish healthy habits to keep for a lifetime.”

Associates of Occupational Studies:
Paralegal Studies

Primary Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer
Nutritional Specialist

Fitness Philosophy:
“I was once at a point in my life where I absolutely hated exercising.  After being diagnosed with diabetes and almost losing my vision as a side effect of poor diabetes management, my main goal is to help people realize that health should be taken seriously.  I want people to experience the joy of what better health and exercise can bring them…longevity, happiness and youth.  As a trainer, I am dedicated to helping people find happiness through exercise for a better, more enjoyable life."

Bachelor of Arts: Theater Arts

Primary Certifications:
Certified Yoga Instructor (Peachtree Yoga)

Primary Certifications :
Certified Personal Trainer (NESTA)
Certified Fitness Instructor (IFA)
Group Exercise Instructor (AFAA)
Group Exercise Instructor (NESTA)
Kickboxing Instructor (FITour)
Fitness & Nutrition (ICS)
Registered Medical Assistant (AMT)
CPR/AED Certified ( American Heart Association )

Affiliations :
IDEA Health & Fitness 

Fitness Philosophy:
"I have been in the health and fitness field for more than 10yrs, working as a Medical Assistant and Personal Trainer, so health and fitness is very important to me.  It allows me to help people and motivate them in to living a healthier lifestyle through exercise.  We all have a purpose in life, each one of us with our own talents and skills that should be used to help make a positive impact in someone’s life and in the world.  I believe my purpose in life is in fitness, to help people to reach their fitness goals no matter what their age or fitness capabilities are.

Everybody can start exercising, it doesn’t matter what shape you’re in or what age you are, you’re never too old and it’s never too late, fortunately, exercise doesn’t have any size or age limit, so go for it!  There are many medical benefits to exercise; it will reduce your risk for developing  Heart Disease, Diabetes, and High Blood Pressure.  There are also many physical benefits to exercising, such as building lean muscle mass and reducing body fat.  Exercise is not only about looking good on the outside but also how you feel about yourself on the inside.  You have to first love yourself and care enough about your health to want to exercise."

Primary Certifications:
Registered Yoga Teacher (Yoga Alliance) 200RYT 

400 Hours Yoga Instruction Training: Peachtree Yoga (Atlanta, GA) & Sivananda Yoga ()

Reduce Stress and Relax (Yoga): Emory University - Health and Natural Sciences (Atlanta, GA)

Fitness Philosophy:

“My Yogic Journey began in 1996, thanks to a recommendation of a dear friend. Initially I explored yoga as a means of physical fitness for physical perfection. However, I soon began to realize yoga's restorative and introspective nature. Through my yogic practice, I have grown personally and spiritually. For me, yoga is more than a physical exercise or profession; it's a way of life. Teaching yoga offers me joy and a creative outlet of artistic expression. Helping others through the art of yoga is a rewarding experience, a feeling of being connected to something greater. To witness the positive affects of yoga is an awesome gift.

I extend much gratitude and respect for my teachers, namely Graham Fowler & Ursula Nix of Peachtree Yoga and Swami Sadasivananda & Sita Chaitanya of Sivananda Yoga. My other influences include Rodney Yee, Shiva Rea and Steve Ross. My personal yogic education is a work in progress. To keep my teachings fresh and innovative, I regularly attend various Yogic workshops and programs. The range of my teaching style includes Sivananda Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Power Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Partner Yoga, Prana Yoga, Yoga Dance, Pranayama & Meditation. I enjoy weaving/integrating a guided variety of styles and variations, with an emphasis on relaxation and breathing. A snapshot of my lessons/classes would be fun, inspiring and energizing.”

Bachelor of Science: Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design

Certifications:
Certified Fitness Trainer (ISSA)
CPR/AED  American  Heart  Association

Fitness Philosophy:
"As a Fitness Motivator, I feel it is important to help clients reach and maintain their personal fitness goals.  In order to achieve optimal fitness, an individual has to commit to making a lifestyle change.  It’s important to combine good nutrition with a good exercise regime on a daily basis in order to feel good inside and out.  As a Trainer, it’s important to mentally set my clients’ to train their body, not only for the present, but for the future.  After competing in Track and Field for 8 years and having a baby, I still find it important to properly train my body every day to maintain the athletic physique that I have become accustom.  It’s important that I include fitness and nutrition in my life no matter how busy my life as Mom and Trainer gets."

“Look Good, Feel Good, Live Great!”

Cindy Loheide, Personal Trainer

Associates Degree: Radiological Technology

Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer (NCCPT)
Certified Group Fitness Instructor (AFAA)
CPR/AED  Certified (American  Heart  Association)
Children's Fitness Specialist (AFPA) - in process

Fitness Philosophy:
"I committed myself to fitness in 1998 when I decided to join a gym to help get a handle on my life.  When I was 13 I was diagnosed with JRA (juvenile rheumatoid arthritis).  I had a few years of remission during high school and then relapsed while I was in college.  I spent the next several years of my life dependent on many different medications to control the pain and inflammation in my joints. 

After hiring a personal trainer, and a year of working out and eating healthy, my disease went into remission again.  I have had a passion for health and fitness ever since.  I was so thankful to have had someone care enough to help me through that tough time that I decided to become a personal trainer and return the favor to others.

I believe that a regular workout regimen should be a part of everyone's life.  If we don't take care of ourselves, eventually we won't be of much use to anyone else.  So whether it's to start a new life of health and fitness or to take your fitness goals to the next level, I am here to help.

Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer (AAAI/ISMA)

CPR/AED Certified

Fitness Philosophy:
Jennifer's philosophy on fitness is ‘keep it moving’. She says, “People are surprised when they hear that I am in my forties. When they ask me how I maintain my youthful appearance, I say, ‘I just keep it moving’. Whatever you enjoy is your form of fitness. Walk, run, play… .do something.”

Cindi Guthrie, Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer

Primary Certifications:
Pilates Certification – Physical Mind Institute
CPR Certified – American Heart Association

Fitness Philosophy: 
“I came to Pilates with a background in dance and fitness training.  Although I am fond of many different exercise disciplines such as running, weight training, and aerobics, I am passionate about Pilates. It can literally transform your body in only a few sessions. The benefits of this practice can heal and correct any imbalance you may have, leaving you feeling stronger and healthier.  Learning to connect to your body through the use of your mind is equally beneficial. 

It is rewarding to teach Pilates because of the immediate results.  Not only will you see the change in your body, you will experience a change in the way you feel.  I enjoy working with dancers, athletes, those who suffer from pain, and those who just want to stay healthy and fit.  It is a discipline for life and for every age."

Bachelor of Arts & Science: Psychology

Master of Science: Human Performance: Sport & Exercise Psychology

Primary Certifications:
Registered Yoga Teacher (Yoga Alliance)
Personal Trainer (NASM)
Certified Consultant (Association of Applied Sport Psychology)
CPR Certified (Red Cross)

Affiliations:
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Yoga Alliance
Association for Applied Sport Psychology
American Dietetics Association
American Psychological Association

Fitness Philosophy:
Emilie completed her 200-hour, Yoga Alliance approved, teacher training program through the Chakra Flow Yoga School in Miami, FL. She has always been interested in the mental and physical aspects of movement as she was a competitive soccer player for 10 years before turning to yoga to help heal two ACL injuries. In her own practice and as a teacher, Emilie's emphasis is on linking movement with breath, freedom through strength, and a quest for self-awareness. Outside of yoga, she has completed her Masters in Sport & Exercise Psychology, and works as a consultant to those looking to enhance their performance in health & fitness, sport, work, relationships, and life in general. When she is not training or teaching yoga, Emilie is providing consultation services that centralize around performance enhancement, stress & anxiety reduction, nutrition, and body image/weight loss.