Meet Our Personal Trainers and Fitness Staff in Philadelphia

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Damien Young, Cht,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 thousands of men and women get into shape with his dynamic and unique approach to personal training. Damien has to date over 15,000 hours of one-on-one personal training experience. Damien was 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 now offer programs from as little as $200.00/month to as much as $4000.00/month. 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, Cht, 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, Cht,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. Damien is no longer accepting new clients until further notice.   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   Rob Licata, AAAI/ISMA   Kenny Weister, NPTI 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...   Rob is an AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer. He is currently completing his final year at Temple University where he is pursuing a degree in Sport and Recreation Management and was also a member of the baseball team for four years. During his time as a collegiate athlete, Rob found his passion which is helping people achieve their health and fitness goals. Rob specializes in circuit training and core conditioning while always placing an emphasis on proper technique to ensure that your maximum potential is achieved. 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...               Jen Brango, AAAI/ISMA   Liz Gilinger, ACE, AFAA   Greg Privitera, CPT 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.   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.     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!               Donna Young, Office Manager   Jamie-Marie Connolly,BS, NASM   Leslie Hawthorne, AFPA Donna Young is the Office Manager of Stay Young Fitness Corporation. She is a Certified Personal Trainer as well. Donna is in charge of the Company's billing and bookeeping. She has been with the Company for over 7 years.   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."   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!                 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   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     Adam Loadenthal, BA   Katie Mitchell, NPTI, AAAI/ISMA Suzanne Lobron, ACE 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.   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!     Suzanne Lobron holds a CPR/AED certification, a TRX suspension instructor certification and is currently studying for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification. She is in the process of applying to various colleges in the Philadelphia region to pursue her M.A. in Health and Wellness. A life-long exercise devotee, Suzanne has a strong background in mat and equipment pilates, TRX suspension training and circuit training. In addition, she has personally worked with various personal trainers in the area over the last decade learning cutting edge techniques. Suzanne possess suburb communication skills and the ability to handle herself with the most diverse and discriminating clients.         Nicole Pressman, BS, NESTA         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!