Silver Springs

Name and Nick name (if you have one):
Jeff M

Where were you born:
Calgary, AB

How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2011

What are your certifications/education?

• Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Lethbridge

What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love watching people embrace both the power and process of movement & exercise. Being just a small part of that profoundly life-changing experience makes it really easy for me to get out of bed every morning. 

When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Like you're 1% better than the last time.

Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
I love where my legs can take me; Hiking, skiing, trail-running and completing the odd ultra-marathon.

One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
Cinnamon toast crunch is the best cereal ever made and calling it a cheat meal is blasphemous!

Name and Nick name (if you have one):
 Murray or Murr

Where were you born?
Calgary, AB

How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2016

What are your certifications/education?

• CSEP-CPT

• MRU Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma

What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I started personal training because of my background in sports and the feeling I felt when I originally accomplished my first fitness goals back when I was 16.

When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Like you have accomplished something new, learned something new, or feel better than when you walked in.

Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
The way I train myself is a combination of strength training and athletic conditioning. I always want to remain strong and lift impressive heavy weights, but I also like to be able to apply that strength and combine it with athleticism. My favourite way to experience fitness outside of the gym is skiing in the winter and playing various sports like football and basketball with friends during the summer.

One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
It’s a popular myth in the fitness industry that personal trainers always eat skinless chicken breast, brown rice and kale. While I do eat mostly nutritious foods, I will enjoy cheat meals from time to time. Its hard to pick what my favourite is but some popular choices of mine would be cheeseburgers, perogies, or my biggest weakness ice cream.

Name and Nick name (if you have one):
Nikolas

Where were you born? 
Calgary, AB 

How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2020

What are your certifications/education?

• CSEP Certified Trainer, Graduated from MRU

What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love helping people improve and live better lives. I started to help someone I know improve their health and found a love for it

When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Like you are leaving a little bit closer to who you want to see in the mirror.

Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and / or adventure?
I like to do loads of weight training and climbing! Climbing is the sport I train for so that I can eventually compete.

One fun fact about you or your favorite cheat meal?
Any burger super-sized…. Delicious

Name and Nick name (if you have one):
Alicia

Where were you born?
Brandon, MB

How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2022

What are your certifications/education?

• BSc. in Kinesiology at the University of Lethbridge

What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I really enjoy being able to be a part of someones exercise journey and celebrating their achievements and accomplishments along side them! Seeing people embrace their fitness journey is something I love to see.

When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Encouraged, accomplished, and looking forward to the next session!

Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
You can find me outside going for hikes, playing a round of golf or disc golf, and canoeing when I am able to get out to a lake. In the winter I am in the mountains snowboarding or out on the ice skating!

One fun fact about you or your favorite cheat meal?
I don't personally have a specific cheat meal, but I can never say no to twizzlers!

Name and Nick name (if you have one):
Vanessa

Where were you born?
Calgary AB

How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2006

What are your certifications/education?
PFT (Personal Fitness Trainer) at Mount Royal University

What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I started personal training because of the positive results that I saw when I started working with a personal trainer at age 19. Now, I am able to show others the benefits of being active, mobile, and healthy. I love working with all ages and fitness levels. Anything from  the teenage athlete, to the senior who just wants to keep moving.

When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling... 
Like you were just in your happy place. My goal is to make sure you get a great workout, and be functional for whatever you do in life, all the while having fun doing it, no matter how you  felt before you came in here. I want to give you a great workout that will make you so excited about it, that you will be telling your friends, family, and coworkers, about it for the next few days, or even weeks!

Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
I personally try to do something active every day. Whether it’s a crushing workout in the gym, a run in a park somewhere, some light yoga/mobility, or a fun home workout on my front porch with my two cats hanging out with me.

One fun fact about you or favorite cheat meal?
I went to a two week Muay Thai training camp in Thailand in 2015, and also have various other martial arts background. As well, I was in the Calgary Army Reserves for approximately 3 years. Favourite cheat meal is cheeseburgers, or I will also settle for a hotdog, or both….