Merritt Athletic Clubs personal trainers are here to help you meet your fitness challenges and goals. Your personal trainer will design your workouts and be there with you every step of the way, keeping you motivated and focused.
Sail Abdullah |
Education:
BS - Business Management; University of Baltimore
Certifications:
NSPA Certified Personal Trainer
GRAVITY Certified Trainer
World Instructor Training School 8 years
Training Philosophy
A person has to come out of their comfort zone to get results. All you need is a plan, how to achieve this plan, and patience. |
Becky Conti |
Education
B.A. Communications Towson University
Certifications
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Accomplishments
Fitness/Figure Competitor for 3 years
Varsity Track and Field for 10 years
Training Specialties
I like to combine cardio and strength training with my clients. This way we accomplish two things at once: large multi-joint movements are key, and paying attention to quality not quantity. Consistency and diet should be your main focus. |
Jordan Sterner |
Education
B.S. Kinesiology University of Maryland School of Public Health
Certifications
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer
Training Specialties
Jordan follows balanced workouts and includes both resistance and cardio training. His workouts are usually multi-joint, low rest, and high intensity. Along with traditional workouts, Jordan also provides training specifically for runners. With the knowledge of exercise physiology and diverse running experience, Jordan will help you attain your goals for any length race. |
Ryan Ahmed |
Education
B.S. Kinesiological Sciences
Certifications
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer
Training Philosophy
In order to make changes to your body that you will maintain over a lifetime, it is important to take small steps in your lifestyle intervention through progressive goal setting. If you have a strong commitment to changing yourself, you can reach your health and fitness goals with patience, hard work in the gym, and discipline in your diet. |
Emily Cooper |
Education
B.S. Psychology Towson University
Masters in Public Health, Epidemiology University of Maryland
Background
Epidemiologic research via clinical trials of safety and effectiveness of
complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and the incorporation of CAM
with mainstream medical approaches.
Fitness Philosophy
My physical fitness philosophies have evolved from my training as an Epidemiologist and research with University of Maryland’s Center for Integrative Medicine. The bottom line is that we need and seek balance. My training sessions incorporate high intensity circuit weight training as a method of strength building that simultaneously serves as cardiovascular training. Rather than monotonously programmed weight lifting and hours on the treadmill, my clients observe rapid change in overall body structure and fat index through supervised circuit weight lifting sessions during which the trainee maintains a nearly constant high heart rate. Equal emphasis is placed on core stability and balance which translates into higher capacity for upper and lower body strength and stability. Additionally, I strongly encourage the incorporation of holistic methods of wellness. Clinical trials have demonstrated that attention to emotional and mental aspects of health result in an increase in physical fitness levels. To the comfort of the client, I encourage that we couple the high intensity strength training described above with an increased knowledge base and practice of holistic techniques for overall wellness to promote, a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness that aligns with each individuals’ needs. |
Kathleen Moxey |
Education
B.S. Kinesiological Sciences from University of Maryland
Certifications
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
ACE Lifestyle Weight Management Consultant
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Fitness Philosophy
Utilizing my educational background, I create a workout that fits a clients individual needs, fitness level, ability and goals. Introducing a client to new fitness equipment (toys) and exercises keeping them interested, working on consistency and FUNctional training. |
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