Meet Apple's Personal Trainers! (click on trainer's name for more information)

• Amanda Campbell-ACSM; B.S. Exercise Science; Level II Trainer
  
  
  

  Amanda received her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and received her Personal Trainer Certification through the American College of Sports Medicine. She found her passion in total fitness and wellness, specializing in weight management and overall fitness. She enjoys working with people and helping them achieve their fitness goals, increasing their quality of life. When she’s not training, you can find Amanda outside hiking or running.
• Tami Cole-ACE; STOTT PILATES; Level II Trainer
  
  
  

  Tami is a native to southeast Idaho and has been in the fitness industry since 1996. She is a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor through the American Council on Exercise. Tami is also a certified STOTT PILATES instructor, trained in Mat and Reformer. She enjoys running, cycling, strength training, yoga, and all things fitness. If you need help with running your first marathon, losing those unwanted pounds, or anything in between, then Tami is the trainer for you!
• Steve Gardner-ACE; B.S. Dietetics; Level III Trainer
  
  
  

  Steve has a Bachelors degree in Dietetics with a focus in the Health Sciences from Idaho State University.  He graduated in 2000.   He has worked for Apple since 2003 in various positions but in 2008 earned his Personal Trainer Certification from the American Council on Exercise.  Steve scored well on the nationally recognized certification and quickly joined the personal training staff.  Steve can help you improve your level of fitness, lose the unwanted pounds, or make your exercise sessions more productive.  Steve also coaches members through our Beyond Fitness Weight Management Classes and Ultimate Loser Weight Loss Challenge.
• Elaine Lowrance-ACE; M.Ed. Adult Education; Level III Trainer
  
  
  

  Elaine has been a certifies personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise since 1997 and has been certified as a group fitness instructor through A.C.E. since 1987.  Her additional certifications include Spinning, Group Power, and Zumba.  With over 25 years of exercise experience, Elaine specializes in weight management, resistance training and overall fitness.  Whether your goal is to lose weight, improve your body composition or to make a positive change to your general health, Elaine can design a program that will specifically meet your needs and make that goal a reality.
• Diane Lutz-ACSM; M.A. Exercise Physiology; Level III Trainer
  
  
  

  Diane comes to us from Colorado.  She holds a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education and a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology.  Her certification is from the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Test Technologist.  She has worked with people of all ages and is looking forward to helping you meet your goals.
• Lisa Morton-B.S.Exercise Kinesiology; Level II Trainer
  
  
  

  Lisa grew up near Fort Worth, TX and is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor's degree in Excercise Kinesiology.  She was a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and cheered from 2002-2007. She moved from Dallas to Idaho Falls in the summer of 2007.   Lisa has been with Apple Athletic Club since the spring of 2008 and specializes in overall fitness, epecially weight loss and management.   Whether it is losing those last few pounds, or needing a jump start to your exercise routine, Lisa can help you get the results you want.
• Joel Peterson-ACE; Level IV Trainer
  
  
  

  Joel has been a personal trainer since 1997, accumulating more than 9000 client-hours.  He holds the nationally reconizable ACE Certification and is also certified by ISSA and LSPR. Joel specializes in strength and conditioning, endurance training, and weight management. He finds great joy in improving the quality of life of his clients. Joel can help you improve your health and fitness, regain vitality, or prepare for a competition.
• Brandon Reed-ACE; NSCA-C.S.C.S.; B.S. Health Education; Level IV Trainer
  
  
  

  Brandon is a native of Southeast Idaho.  He is a graduate of Idaho State University in Health Education and also played football for the Bengals while there.  Following graduation, he earned his personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise.  Brandon is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He specializes in weight-management and sport specific training.
• Aaron Schow-ACE; NCSA-C.S.C.S.; STOTT PILATES®; B.S. Physical Educaton; Level VI Trainer
  
  

  

  Aaron is a graduate of Idaho State University in physical education/fitness leadership.  He is a certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise, a strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and is dual certified in Pilates through Stott and Physical Mind.  Aaron has been personal training at Apple since 1998, and also is a professional bodybuilder.  He specializes in weight management, sport specific training, total body training and youth and adult sports specific training.
• Janet Service-ACE; Level IV Trainer
  
  

  

  Janet is originally from Weisbaden, Germany. Her family relocated often and she ended up in the U.S. graduating from I.S.U. with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Political Science. After exploring different occupations, Janet found her true passion to be total fitness. Janet is very knowledgeable in Human kinesiology, anatomy, and Physiology. Janet is ACE certified and specializes in Resistance training, Weight Management, and Endurance.
• Mike Taylor-ACE; M. Ed. Health Education; B.S. Health and Physical Education; Level IV Trainer
  
  

  

  Mike is a native of Southeast Idaho. He enjoys playing sports, strength training, and maintaining a healthy life. He graduated with honors from Idaho State University in Health Education and Physical Education. He also worked for the Wellness Center as a Personal Trainer and is currently certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and as a Health Education Specialist through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC). He enjoys developing fitness programs in a one on one setting to help the individual  meet goals and realize his or her potential.
• Brooke Young-B.S.Exercise Science Level;III trainer
  
  

  

  Brooke grew up with a love for fitness and sports and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science specializing in Nutrition. Brooke is an expert in the field of weight management and has exceeded 5,000 personal training client-hours since beginning her career. From weight loss and nutrition to safe motivating workouts, Brooke can do it all
• Josh Reeder-ACE; B.S. Health Education; Pursuing Master's Degree; Level II Trainer
  
  

  

  
  Josh was born and raised right here in Southeast Idaho. Growing up, he found a love for sports and fitness and by high school graduation, knew he wanted to be involved in improving the health of others. Josh holds a Bachelors Degree in Health Education and is pursuing a Masters in Public Health. He also is an ACE certified personal trainer. Josh can help you succeed in sports, fitness and weight management.
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  Sandi Gordon moved to Idaho in December 2009 after 14 years of managing a health club in Fort Meyers, Florida. She also trained and worked in vascular laboratories for 10 years before earning her Personal Trainer Certification through the American Council on Exercise. She specializes in helping seniors live healthier and fitter lives, but can work with anyone wanting to improve fitness. Sandi loves the ocean and traveling with her husband, Ray.

  Sandi Gordon-Personal Trainer Certification through the American Council on Exercise

Apple's Personal Training Levels

Why they are important:

Apple employs six levels of personal trainers to meet your fitness needs and financial abilities.

Each level advances in experience, education, and performance criteria as determined by Apple management. The system recognizes those career-oriented trainers who have put forth the time, effort, and commitment it takes to be a world-class personal trainer.  In this day and age of weekend certifications and with no barrier to entry into the personal training field, this system ensures you'll have a quality professional to help you achieve your goals.

All levels of trainers are qualified to work with a variety of client goals and physical conditions.  Due to high demand on trainers, the level of trainer you work with may be dependent on the time of day you are available.

All trainers, regardless of level, hold either a 4-year Exercise Related Degree and/or one of Four Nationally-Recognized Personal Trainer Certificatons:

• The National Strength and Conditiong Association (NSCA)
• The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
• The American Council on Exercise (ACE)
• The National Academy of Sports Medicine  (NASM)
  
  
  

In addition, Apple Athleteic Club's 24 years of experience has allowed it to develop its own Master Training Regimen each personal trainer must pass.

Level I

-Apple's Personal Trainer Education Program completed

-Degree or certification pending

-Qualified to perform Fitness Consulting, New Member Services, Fitness & Metabolism Testing

Level II

-Certification and more than 250 paid client-hours or

-Degree and more than 100 paid client-hours

*Level II and above trainers are qualifed for all Level I duties and to conduct personal training sessions

Level III

-Certification and more than 2000 paid client-hours or

-Degree and more than 1000 paid client-hours

Level IV

-Certification and more than 6000 paid client-hours or

-Degree and more than 5000 paid client-hours

Level V

-Certification and more than 16,000 paid client-client hours or

-Degree and more than 14,000 paid client-hours

Level VI

-Certification and more than 23,000 paid client-hours

-Degree and more than 20,000 paid client-hours

Credits for trainers holding multiple certifications or advanced exercise-related degree

-NSCA C.S.C.S.; ACSM > HFI; and STOTT PILATES > Level I = 1500 client-hours

-NSCA & ACSM < CPT; STOTT PILATES < Apprentice; ACE; or NASM = 750 client-hours

-Masters Degree = 2000 hours