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Damien Young, C.Ht,CPT,SPn

President and Founder

Stay Young Fitness Corporation is the premier personal training service along the East Coast. The personal trainers on staff currently serve the greater Philadelphia Region, NJ, Delaware, NY, and Fl. The Company was founded by Damien Young, who serves as President and CEO. Stay Young Fitness Corporation is the Industry's leading In-Home Personal Training Company, recruiting only professionals who meet the highest standards of excellence in their respective fields. Each staff member is at the peak of their profession, devoted solely to helping clients in all physical and emotional aspects of their life. Damien, a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified Personal Trainer, Sports Nutritionist, Weight Loss Consultant, martial arts black belt, and former United States Marine, has dedicated his life to helping others. He has helped tens of thousands of men and women get into shape with his dynamic and unique approach to personal training and mind/body conditioning. Damien has to date over 20,000 hours of personal training experience. He is the creator of the infamous Instinctive Weight Loss System and Train Your Brain Audio Products currently sold in 40 Countries Worldwide. Damien served as a professor at the country’s most prestigious personal training school, the National Personal Training Institute in Philadelphia and Delaware. He taught these future personal trainers in the fields of exercise physiology, human anatomy, nutrition, exercise science, human microbiology and weight management. His vast knowledge of nutrition and exercise allowed him to successfully certify hundreds of new personal trainers along the east coast. Damien Young is known across the personal training world as the “Teacher of Trainers.” Damien sits on the Panel for the Advanced Personal Trainer Certification for the National Personal Training Institute. He is helping to raise the bar and awareness of the Personal Training Industry as a whole. Stay Young Fitness Corporation up until now had been a service that only the very wealthy could use. We always have believed in quality over quantity. However, today, we combine the newest technology with over 12 years of experience to deliver the highest quality programs at a cost the average consumer can afford. We make certain that we will make personal fitness training fit into anybody's budget. For more information on our In-Home personal training services... Each personal trainer and staff member of Stay Young Fitness Corporation has been hand selected from an elite list of fitness professionals. Our All Star Personal Training Staff all have different specialties, which provide our clients with many different and exciting exercise routines. We strive to not only make exercise rewarding and enjoyable, but to enable anyone to use a Personal Fitness Trainer. If you live in the Philadelphia, PA region, you must try our services. I guarantee, you will not find a better personal training company that can match our prices, knowledge, and enthusiasm. “I believe that everyone is put on this earth for a reason. Many people live their lives never finding their purpose, Fortunately, I found mine long ago. Nutrition and Exercise fascinated me many years ago. Starting at age 10, I read as many books and articles I could get my hands on. My passion for this extremely complex field has enabled me to help many others live a more satisfying, rewarding way of life. My purpose in life is to help you, and anyone who wants to be helped, in getting the body you want and need, while simplifying the complex issues of weight loss and exercise. Until now, I have charged over $400.00 per hour for my services. Now, with our unprecedented fitness staff of personal trainers, dieticians, personal chefs, and massage therapists, you can work with the best at prices you can afford. Take advantage of this website and all its contents. I look forward to hearing your success stories soon.” Damien Young, C.Ht, CPT, SPn President and Founder Stay Young Fitness Corporation 1-877-438-3484 www.syfitness.com   All-Star Personal Trainers and Fitness Staff     Damien Young, President and Founder, C.Ht,Cpt,Spn   Steve Kushlak, Regional Manager NPTI, AAAI, ISMA   Dot Scaltrito, NPTI, Director-8 Week Physique Damien Young is one of the most sought after personal trainers in the Country. He specializes in Psychosomatic Fitness, Weight Training, Clinical Hypnotherapy, kickboxing, plyometrics and nutrition counseling. With over 15,000 hours of one-on-one personal training experience, he leads the All-Star Team of personal trainers for Stay Young Fitness Corporation. Training with Damien includes a full nutrition evaluation and comprehensive plan.   Steve is a phenomenal trainer with specialties in Core Conditioning, Plyometrics, Weight Training, and Cardio-Circuit Cross Training. Steve has an impressive resume of fitness accolades. Steve's unique approaches to personal training has listed him on the Philadelphia Personal Trainers to Watch list. Steve's motivating attitude and distinct training style has landed him the Senior Personal Trainer Position for Stay Young Fitness Corporation. More info...   Dot Scaltrito is a fully insured Certified Personal Fitness trainer who brings her skills and knowledge of exercise physiology and nutrition directly to you. She studied and received her certification through the prestigious National Personal Training Institute. Dot is in very high demand, as she entertains her clients while pushing them to high levels. More info...             Mariann Hove, Cpt,Spn   Kenny Weister, NPTI   Adam Loadenthal, BA With a combined total of 17 years in the fitness industry, I have gained the knowledge and skills necessary to motivate anyone looking to start their fitness journey's as well as those who have become stagnant in their current routines.  As a Certified Personal Trainer, Sports Nutritionist, and Certified Group Fitness Instructor, I have the diversity and passion needed to ensure my clients will get the results they want without being bored or unmotivated.  My experience is in kickboxing, strength training, interval and circuit training.  As the mother of 4 children, I am very conscious of the importance of getting as much out of a workout under any time constraint. More info...   Ken was graduated at the head of his class at the National Personal Training Institute in 2001.   He has trained clients for 8 years, and run thousands of workouts.  His clients have included people recovering from serious medical conditions to competitive bodybuilders.  Every one of Ken’s clients gets individually tailored workout routines, nutrition advice and atmosphere of encouragement and positive reinforcement. As your personal trainer, Ken offers you the opportunity to test the limits of how good you think you can feel.  Do you want to become more fit, more muscular, or just shed some weight?  Together we can use resistance training, Boxing/Kickboxing, Cardio/Interval training, Boot Camp-style workouts and a host of other techniques that will put you on the path toward feeling (and looking!) better.  In addition to personal training, Ken has himself trained at some of the most prestigious boxing gyms in the area, and holds the 2007 Heavyweight title in the Philadelphia Golden Gloves boxing championship. Read More...   Adam is an extremely motivated individual who is dedicated to improving his clients' health, physique and lifestyle. He has been bodybuilding for 9 years with 7 years of experience in personal training. He has 4 years of education in Kinesiology from West Chester University. Adam has a background in kinesiology, biomechanics, anatomy, exercise physiology, fitness and wellness, nutrition and dietetics. He received his phase 1 and 2 advanced personal training certifications, sports nutrition certification, athletic training, first aid and CPR certifications.               Liz Gilinger, ACE, AFAA   Leslie Hawthorne, AFPA   Greg Privitera, CPT Liz Gilinger, a fitness professional for over 15 years, brings with her many areas of expertise in order to provide noticeable results to her clients. In addition to her unique training technique, Liz provides nutritional guidance, in an effort to provide a comprehensive, well-balanced program to her clients. Liz focuses not only on weight control, but provides the motivation for a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Liz specializes in Functional Training, Pilates, and Children's Fitness, and Nutrition. Liz is an ACE Certified Aerobics Instructor, an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Spinning Instructor, and is well versed in Pilates Mat, Reformer and Chair Training.   Leslie Hawthorne is a certified personal trainer through American Fitness Professionals & Associates.  She has been actively interested in physical fitness for the past 12 years.  She is always looking for new ways to motivate people to stay fit and healthy through new techniques.  Exercise routines should be varied and fun, as well as continually challenging the body to work hard.  she looks forward to working with you and aiming towards getting you the results you are looking for!   Greg Privitera is currently studying biology and functional anatomy. His training style is a successful blend of well-founded science as well as an intuitive and holistic approach to fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Greg is very interested in performance and power development for both the layperson and the athlete. His specialties include hip mobility, spinal health, functional strength, and bodyweight exercise. Don't be surprised if you learn something new during every training session with Greg!               Megan Warren, CSCS/CPT   Jamie-Marie Connolly,BS, NASM   Danielle Borriello, AAAI, SPN Megan Warren is an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from West Chester University. She is currently attending Neumann University for her Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. She has been involved in the health and fitness industry for the past 6 years and was a Division II track and field athlete. Megan has worked with every type of client ranging from the collegiate athlete to the post-rehabilitation client. With her extensive knowledge of the human body and her passion for helping clients reach and exceed their goals, Megan can customize a program tailored to any individual’s needs. With her natural competitive nature and ability to motivate her clients, Megan has excelled in sports performance training. She has trained athletes of all ages and can push any athlete to their maximum potential. She specializes in strength training, plyometric training, speed and agility training, flexibility, and core stability training specific to the athlete’s sport. In addition to sports performance Megan has worked with clients of all ages and fitness levels. She has designed successful programs for weight loss, post rehabilitation, chronic diseases, pre and post natal fitness, core strength and stability, youth fitness, and body sculpting. No matter what your goal, Megan can design a program customary to your individual needs and push you to your potential while making it fun at the same time! “A strong outside creates a strong inside.”   Jamie is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and is a former Division I Track & Field athlete with a B.S. degree in Sport Management. She designs individualized exercise programs to meet her clients goals. Jamie is very dedicated to creating safe workouts that cater to her clients various fitness levels, while always keeping it challenging and fun! She is also a Group Exercise Instructor and specializes in circuit training, weight loss, and total body conditioning with a strong focus on core and balance. "Through hard work and consistent dedication, we can reach your goals together."   Danielle Borriello takes pride in providing the highest quality training for each individual client, regardless of age or goal. She uses various exercises, such as weight training and sports conditioning, muay tai/kickboxing, core conditioning, flexibility, and self defense combined with positive reinforcement to assist clients in building confidence to commit in reaching their fitness goals. Danielle Borriello is an AAAI certified personal trainer with a background in sports specific training and nutrition. She is a 2010 World Tang Soo Do Karate Championship Bronze Medal winner and holds a third degree black belt. She has received several accommodations for outstanding excellence in instruction at training events for adults and children. She also received a certificate in 2010 for completion of seven month Macrobiotic Culinary Course. Danielle is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist.               Christa Contino, NPTI   Jamie Hiegel, CSCS   Meg Solomon, ACE Christa is a national certified personal trainer and nutritional consultant through NPTI.  She is also a special education teacher for the PhiladelphiaSchool District.  She was motivated to enroll at NPTI after her own weight loss success with a personal trainer.  Learning how to eat and workout properly helped her to lose 40lbs and gain motivation to get ceritified to help others reach their goals too.  " With the education I received from NPTI and my unforgettable lessons from my own trainer, I hope I can provide you with the same motivation to reach your goals."   Jamie is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) with over 6 years of experience helping individuals in the professional, amateur and recreational settings meet their fitness goals. Jamie specializes in resistance training, metabolic conditioning, and Muay Thai Kickboxing for promoted weight loss. Jamie believes that every individual is capable of living an active healthy lifestyle and can be a true catalyst in making that happen for you.   Meg is an ACE-certified Personal Trainer and Lifestyle/ Weight Management Counselor. Her passion and expertise revolve around designing programs for her clients that contribute to an overall healthy lifestyle and  accomodate life-changes so that they can remain active and strong as their lives move along and change.    She works with clients to design workouts that fit their needs and provides them with alternatives and new ideas to keep their program  fun and motivating.  Meg incorporates Yoga, Pilates, balance and flexibility into her workout plans in order to balance the entire body. She also incorporates the latest in fitness trends such as bootcamp-type workouts and mult-functional training.  She teaches her clients how to workout in all situations, at the gym, at home, when traveling etc.  One of her specialties is to teach her clients how to maintain a healthy lifestyle even if they are not working directly with a fitness professional. Nutrition is a passion of Megs. As a Lifestyle and Weight Management counselor, she counsels clients on how to live healthier lives and incorporate better nutrition into their busy lifestyles, believing that simple changes can lead to significant results.  Meg helps clients develop food plans, choose healthy recipes, cook, and shop for groceries.                 Lou Christou, NPTI   Jason Praetorius, ACE   Matt Fender, MS, CSCS, USAW Lou Christou is currently pursuing a life-long passion of sharing his enthusiasm for fitness with others. To him, there is no greater reward than that of helping people get fit, and assisting them in making wise choices with respect to their health and physical well-being. Lou is a fully insured personal trainer, and top graduate from the National Personal Training Institute. He is experienced in both in-home and studio settings. His areas of specialty include strength-training, body composition, and increasing overall cardiovascular fitness. With regard to exercise-program design, he places strong emphasis on individual goals, safety, function, and most of all, keeping things fun. In addition, he is also an avid runner, triathlete, and hiker. His passion for fitness is rivaled only by his love of the outdoors. Read More...   Jason is an ACE-certified personal trainer. He has a passion for the fitness industry and wants to guide you to a stronger, leaner, and healthier body. Being a highly motivational trainer he will help you achieve your goals through a well designed and diverse exercise regimen. Jason puts a strong emphasis on core strength and stability, cardio-vascular and strength training.    From Swarthmore, PA Attended Bloomsburg University - BS, MS in Exercise Science Personal/Private training for 5 years Trained athletes & individuals of all ages and fitness levels Experienced in weight training, power training, circuit training, core conditioning, high-intensity training, cardiovascular training, kettlebell training, weight-loss management, etc. NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist USA Weightlifting Performance Coach Certified Passionate and enthusiastic about all training styles and methods; motivated and determined to get people in great shape Can work well with anyone; understands each clients’ goals and needs and designs workouts accordingly     Jen Brango, AAAI/ISMA   Katie Mitchell, NPTI, AAAI/ISMA Kristin Noblette, NPTI, AFPA Jen is an AAAI/ISMA certified personal trainer. Jen found her passion in training when she competed in her first amateur bodybuilding competition in 2004. She takes that passion to her clients, helping them to improve their overall health and well being. She helps guide the client in changing their lifestyle to include exercise and a proper nutrition. Jen is versed in functional training, core and strength training, and plyometrics.   Katie has been involved in the fitness/training industry for 7 years. As a client herself, she worked with multiple trainers for sports training, weight loss & toning, and injury rehab(lower back) She has been actively training a variety of clients for over 2 years. Katie's passion for fitness is on going, she continues working toward new certifications, attending health/fitness clinics, and keeps up to date with current books and fads. Katie stands out as a trainer because she understands what PERSONAL training means. Every client deserves a plan designed for their own individual goals and needs. Her specialties include: weight loss & toning, Core training, improving cardiovascular fitness, improving and preventing back pain, and teaching healthy eating/attitude. She's confident she will provide you with the knowledge and tools to achieve your goals, and keep you setting new ones!     Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kristin. I began in the fitness industry 10 years ago with my own struggles in weight management. It took some time to realize that true fitness was a life style change, not a quick fix diet or group fitness class. I have made health and fitness my lifestyle and my greatest passion. I want to help others reach their own personal fitness goals, in tern, fulfilling my own greatest goal, to put others on their own path to health and wellness. I am NPTI certified in personal training and nutrition, as well as AFPA certified in nutrition and wellness consulting. I have a well rounded background, specializing in everything from sports conditioning, polymerics, callosities, cross-training, weight loss, weight gain, dietary planning, and wellness consulting. Whatever your personal goal may be, I am here to push you beyond your own current expectations, pushing you to become a better you.     Nicole Pressman, BS, NESTA   Dan Faigus, ACE     Kelley Burton, ISMA, AAAI Nicole started her athletic career at age two after she enrolled in gymnastics. After coaching and doing gymnastics for most of her teenage and young adult life, the passion for youth health and fitness influenced her cross over from gymnastics to group fitness and personal training, leading her to obtain her undergraduate degree in Sport and Recreation Management. She currently works full time as a Fitness Director for a local community center where she works with and trains very diverse clientele from youth athletes to older adults. Nicole’s specialty is working one-on-one with individuals that have chronic conditions and disabilities as well as with older adults. She also is enthusiastic about training, instructing, and assisting members in achieving their personal health and fitness goals regardless of age and current athletic level!   Dan is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer specializing in core strength and lean muscle development. He has spent his life in athletics and understands the importance of introducing a well-designed fitness program into your lifestyle. Dan has extensive experience in the fitness industry, including coaching a college club baseball team, instructing 15-minute abdominal workouts, and designing customized personal training programs. He is ready to work with clients with a wide range of abilities and experience levels. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or have never stepped foot in a gym, let Dan be part of building a better you.   Hello everyone! I just want to introduce myself as a new member of the Stay Young fitness team. I began in the fitness field 8 years ago. Like many people beginning a life changing journey, I too had to soul search to find my true mission and potential in life. That is why I became a fitness professional. I want to educate people regardless of their health goals or fitness level and to stop people from falling for the infomercials that push gimmicky machines and 1 hit wonder pills that promise amazing results with very little exercise. Being fit and living healthier is not a fad, but a lifestyle change.  I'm an International Sports Medicine Association certified personal trainer, as well as an American Aerobics Association International group fitness instructor with 30 years of modern dance, jazz and Latin dance experience. I'm currently pursuing my credentials as both a Holistic Health Consultant and a Sports Nutritionist. My background is in anatomy and exercise physiology. My specialties include speed and agility training, strength, isometric and plyometric training, flexibility, and core stability training, circuit training as well as sport specific training, all with an emphasis on joint, back and spinal flexibility and stability. I have experience designing programs for all age groups, from post rehabilitation, pre natal and post natal to chronic diseases. So let's take the first steps toward a new you, a more fulfilling you and ultimately a healthier you.       Sherri Jacquelyn, AAAI   Bettinita Harris, ACSM   Chrissy Nyvelt, BA, ACE Sherri Jacquelyn is a the creator and video artist of Fit-2-Kick, Kickbox-Jam, Criss Cross Cardio, Latin Groove and Street Funk. Sherri has been a fitness educator for the past 20 years.   Her experience includes Cardiovascular Training, Strength Training in dumbbells, kettle bells, resistant tubing, buso ball, TRX Suspension Training, Stability Ball Training and  Medicine Ball Training. Sherri is certified through AAAI as a Personal Trainer and Primary Aerobics, Johnny G. Certification for Spinning, Thomas the Promise for Kickbox, Zumba Certification and 90 Second Fitness Solution. My Motto is: "No boring Workouts"   Bettinita Harris is a certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine, the gold standard of the industry. She works with clients of all fitness levels, from those looking to start an exercise program to experienced athletes looking to fine-tune their training regimen. Her philosophy of training is to meet clients at their level of fitness and take them where they want to go. That journey isn’t always easy or smooth, but her ability to challenge a client’s comfort level is what pushes them beyond their limits. Fitness has long been a part of Bettinita’s life, but it now has become a second career. She previously worked as a reporter and editor at newspapers throughout the country, including the Times Publishing Co. in St. Petersburg, Fla.; The Tampa Tribune; The Commercial Appeal in Memphis, Tenn.; the Star Tribune in Minneapolis and The Philadelphia Inquirer. She has linked her passion for fitness with her writing expertise as a contributing writer for LIVESTRONG.com.   Chrissy is an ACE certified personal trainer and Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant with a BA in Psychology. She has 7 years of personal training experience. She is very passionate about her work because of her own life experiences. She lost 60lbs 18 years ago by making a lifestyle change. Now, she works with clients to help them achieve success in their fitness goals. By giving effective, well-balanced workouts that are fun, creative, and safe, her clients have achieved great results. Body fat loss and functional training are her specialties. She looks forward to helping you reach your fitness goals and a healthier, happier lifestyle.     Rebecca Stogsdill, BS, NSCA   Anthony Galati, NPTI   Phil Nicolaou, NESTA, IFPA Rebecca is a certified personal trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. She completed her degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science in 2009 and is currently completing her Dietetic Internship to become a Registered Dietitian. Rebecca believes that nutrition and exercise go hand and hand to achieve a healthy lifestyle. She enjoys promoting functional exercise routines utilizing body weight and intensity to obtain increased endurance and strength. She has worked with a diverse population of clients to help them achieve their desired goals with individualized routines.  Rebecca continues to stay up-to-date with fitness trends by frequently attending continuing education seminars in the fitness industry. Above all she believes that fitness should be fun and she takes pride in her ability to add variety and enthusiasm to all your workouts. With more than 8 years experience in the fitness industry, she can provide you with the tools you need to build the body and life you desire.     Anthony Galati is an aspiring physical therapist majoring in Kinesiology at Temple University. Graduating from the National Personal Training Institute, Anthony is adept in wight loss, strength training, hypertrophy, and plyometrics with any and all ages. His methods are prevalent through super sets, compound sets, pre-exhaust sets, and complex sets. Also, Anthony utilizes a variety of different circuit style training methods to ensure that his workout regimens are sensational, productive, and at the same time never repeated. Providing inspiration is essential to allow each and every client achieve their fitness goals. "The greater danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it." MICHELANGELO       Phil Nicolaou adds more professionalism to our team of professionals. With over a decade of experience and countless success stories with women ,men, seniors and children alike, he has the unique ability to motivate, support, encourage and get you results! He listens and understands your goals and knows that there is no cookie cutter approach to fitness. Being nationally certified by NESTA and the IFPA as a Master Personal Trainer, Phil has extensive knowledge coupled with a dual masters degree in Fitness Training and Medical Fitness Specialization. He specializes in fat loss, core conditioning, nutrition, flexibility training, strength training and post-rehab training. Let him be your coach bringing to each workout different ideas and variety. Whatever your missing link is in the 10 components of fitness, Phil will find it and bridge the gap with an individual, professionally designed program to fit your exact needs and goals. The concept of "personal training," centers around you, the client. Going from a high school MVP athlete to a sedentary lifestyle in college and back to being healthy, he understands what it takes to get from being unhealthy to being healthy. Let him show you what he's learned through his decade + of experience to make your workouts fun, effective, safe and get you results!       Daniele Hargenrader, NPTI   Cynthia Pena, NPTI     Daniele is an NPTI certified personal trainer, as well as a pre and post natal training specialist whose passion in life is to help empower others to take control of their health. As a type 1 diabetic of over 21 years, Daniele has made it her life’s work to understand how exercise and nutrition affect the human body. With extensive experience in body weight training, sports specific training, injury/surgery/joint replacement rehab training, and training those with special medical needs, her ability to tailor programs to each individual’s needs and goals, no matter the age or fitness level of the client, is her specialty. Daniele’s own personal success in losing 50 pounds is one of her main motivators to get out and share her knowledge with others. Being an experienced personal chef is just another way she is able to pass her healthy lifestyle advice on to clients. Working with clients ranging in age from 10 to 71 years old, Daniele believes that no matter what your age, where there’s a will there’s a way, and she truly loves to help people find their path to optimum health.   Cynthia is a fully insured and certified trainer with a diploma from the elite National Personal Training Institute in 2007. Since her graduation from NPTI, Cynthia has continued to take course work in Nutrition and Exercise Science to ensure that she is providing her clients with the most recent approaches in research to get them optimal results. She is passionate about health and fitness and has her own success story with weight management. After having gone from 150 pounds to a current weight of 117pounds, Cynthia lives the lifestyle that she promotes and teaches to her clients. She is currently in her off season and is gearing up to compete in her first figure competition in the Fall of this year. Cynthia is creative with her in home workouts and ensures that her clients never quit before the hour. Discipline, determination, and focus are qualities she brings to her training sessions and in turn, she helps her clients develop them as well. She specializes in weight loss & toning, core strengthening, functional training, circuit style training and emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition in order to obtain the best possible results.