Anna Kate Bires

B. S. in Exercise Science

ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist

Anna Kate is a second year Masters student in Exercise Physiology.  This is her second year working as a Graduate Assistant at the Recreation center.  Her hobbies include outdoor bicycling, kayaking, hiking, Yoga and running.  Anna Kate enjoys helping clients adapt their lifestyle in a way that will positively impact their health, self confidence and energy levels.  She specializes in interval training, muscular strength, and flexibility. 

Tyler Hall

B.A.  Health and Human Kinetics

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Elizabeth Kitchens

B.S. Exercise Physiology

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Josh Lawrence

Josh is a sophomore Health and Fitness Specialist major at ECU.  He joined the Personal Training team in the spring of 2012.  His hobbies include hiking, mountain biking, running, weightlifting and kayaking.  Josh enjoys watching clients progress and gain knowledge about fitness and health.  His specialty areas include nutrition, losing weight and increasing lean muscle mass. 

Nicholas Leahy

Nick is a junior Health and Fitness Specialist major and Business minor at ECU.  He joined the Personal Training team in the spring of 2012.  His hobbies include playing soccer, running and snowboarding.  Nick enjoys helping people improve their confidence and self-image.  His specialty areas include running and core training. 

Juliana Lindner

Juliana is a junior Health and Fitness Specialist major at ECU.  She joined the Personal Training team in the summer of 2012.  Her hobbies include lifting, kayaking and cooking.  She enjoys creating an atmosphere that clients like to return to as well as teaching clients new things and seeing their body transform.  Her specialty areas include MMA cardio. 

Christopher Mygrant

Chris is a senior Health and Fitness Specialist major at ECU.  He joined the Personal Training team in the summer of 2012.  His hobbies include sports of all kinds, exercising, as well as cooking and dining with family and friends.  Chris enjoys being a mentor and friend that assists clients in lifestyle changes that ultimately lead to overall health and a fulfilling life.  His specialty areas include explosive, powerful  muscle enhancement, which is derived form a lifelong love for baseball and football performance. 

Drew Nutter

B.S. Exercise Physiology

NCSA, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

ACE Certified Personal Trainer

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Jon Powell

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Jon is a senior at ECU and is an Exercise Physiology major and a Biology minor.  He joined the Personal Training team in the fall of 2011.  Jon enjoys seeing client results and knowing that he has made a difference in his client’s lives.  He specializes in strength training and conditioning, decreasing body fat and increasing lean body mass.  Jon enjoys weight lifting as a hobby, and he plans to attend dental school after graduation.  He looks forward to helping clients achieve their personal fitness goals. 

Olivia Ratcliff

BS Degree in Exercise Physiology

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Olivia is in her second year of the DPT program at ECU and has been working with the Student Recreation since the fall of 2008.  She is certified by the ACSM and her hobbies include running, weight lifting, circuit training, and outdoor workouts.  She enjoys personal training because it provides her with the opportunity to help others make lifestyle changes.  Through her coursework in PT school, Olivia has developed knowledge on musculoskeletal deficits/weaknesses and how to maximize proper form and technique. 

Ashley Reece

Ashley is a senior Exercise Physiology major at ECU.  She joined the Personal Training team in the spring of 2012.  Her hobbies include working out, playing sports, and being involved with the community.  She enjoys helping others accomplish their own personal goals.  She loves to encourage and motivate others, lifting their spirits and helping them realize that they can do anything they set their mind to.  Her specialty areas include body weight training, plyometric/compound training, and free weights.  She believes that true happiness begins with being comfortable in your own skin. 

Greta Stouffer

B.A. Dance Performance

NSCA Certified Sports Performance Coach

ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist

Pilates Matlevel, Physical Mind

Greta is a second year Masters student in Exercise Physiology.  She joined the Personal Training team in the summer of 2012.  Her hobbies include group fitness, gardening, and ballroom dancing.  She enjoys seeing client’s confidence increase as they improve their fitness level.  Her specialty areas include military high intensity interval training, and training around injuries and physical limitations.  She has experience with TRX, Yoga, Pilates, dance, kettle bells, barbells, and stability balls. 

How do I register for Personal Training?

To register you will need to stop by the SRC Main Office to complete a Personal Training Request Form and pay for your package.  A trainer will then contact you within 2 - 3 business days to set up your first appointment.

How long do personal training sessions last?

CRW has a variety of package options including 30 minute sessions up to 1 hour sessions.

If I want a Fitness Assessment, do I need to purchase the Fitness Assessment separately from my Personal Training package?

No, you can use one of your Personal Training Sessions to have a Fitness Assessment completed.  In fact, it is encouraged that you have some type of assessment completed during your 1^st session so you have baseline information on your current health and fitness status.

Can I get a refund for my Personal Training Sessions?

Refunds are only given in the event of a medical emergency.  Documentation from your physician is required indicating the reasons you can no longer participate in your personal training sessions.

How long do I have to complete my personal training package?

Packages expire 60 days from the date of purchase.  Exceptions include those who are placed on a waiting list and packages bought immediately prior to the December winter break and the week of Spring Break.

Can I request a specific trainer?

Yes, if you know the name of the trainer that you would like to work with, you can list their name on top of your Personal Trainer request form.  If we cannot place you with your requested trainer we will call you and offer recommendations of other trainers.

Can I specifically request a male or female trainer?

Yes, when you complete your Personal Trainer request form you can write “prefer male/female trainer” on the top of the form.  Please note that you may be placed on a waiting list if we can not immediately accommodate your request.

What if I need to cancel my appointment with my trainer?

You will need to contact your trainer directly by phone and give them 4 hours notice if you need to cancel your session.  If 4 hours notice is not given, you will forfeit your session.

What if I cannot reach my trainer by phone? 

If you cannot reach your trainer by phone, leave them a message and then call the CRW Main Office at 328-6387 and we will arrange to get the message relayed to your trainer.  However always make all reasonable effort to contact your trainer directly before calling the office.

What if I am late for my personal training appointment?

If you are late for your session, you will forfeit the time that you are late.  So if your appointment is from 4-5pm and you arrive at 4:15pm, your trainer will meet with you until 5pm and the 15 minute that you missed will be forfeited.

What if my trainer is late to our Personal Training appointment?

If your trainer is late to your scheduled appointment they are obligated to make up that time to you either in that session or on a future session.

What do I do if ECU implements the inclement weather policy? 

The Student Recreation Center may still be open even if the University is closed or on a delayed schedule.  In the event of inclement weather, please call the SRC Hotline (328-6443) if you are unsure if the SRC is closed.  You, the client, is responsible for calling your trainer at least 4 hours prior to your appointment if you are unable to keep your appointment due to inclement weather.

How do I find my trainer for my 1^st appointment?

You and your trainer should communicate on where you will meet for your initial session when you set up your first appointment.  All trainers should be wearing a black shirt with “Personal Trainer” written in gold on the back of the shirt.  If you have difficulty finding your trainer, a Customer Service staff member should be able to assist you.

What should I wear to my Personal Training sessions?

You should come dressed to exercise for all sessions (even your 1^st one).  Proper dress includes: athletic shirt/t-shirt, exercise pants, capris, or shorts (preferably shorts that go to mid-thigh or knee), sports bra (for women), athletic shoes, etc.

Are there specific things I should or should not do prior to my fitness assessment?

Yes, when coming in for a fitness assessment:

• You should wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes.
• Drink plenty of fluids over the 24 hours prior to your assessment to ensure normal hydration
• Avoid food, alcohol, and tobacco 3 hours prior to your assessment
• Avoid exercise or strenuous activity the day of your assessment
• Get an adequate amount of sleep (6-8 hours) the night before your test.

Should I eat prior to my training session?

YES – while it is not recommend that you eat immediately before you work out – unless it is a light snack, you should make sure that you have at least eaten something within 4 hours prior to your session.  Food is fuel and is needed to sustain you through your workout.

What is your policy on clients with certain health issues?

Campus Recreation and Wellness (CRW) is not a medically supervised facility and we are not equipped to handle certain high risk clients.  Therefore, CRW reserves the right to refuse service to individuals who fall under the “High Risk” classification established by the American College of Sports Medicine.

Individuals who fall into this risk classification are at high risk for cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or metabolic diseases and will need medical clearance prior to engaging in exercise testing and programming and may need medical supervision to participate in an exercise test or program.  For more information please refer to the American college of Sports Medicine Risk Stratification Protocols.

Who are the CRW Personal Trainers?

All of our trainers are ECU students.  Many of them are Exercise and Sport Science majors, however any student with an expressed interest in becoming a CRW Personal Trainer can apply.

How do I become a CRW Personal Trainer?

You would complete a CRW Student Employment application and turn it into the CRW Main Office.  If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by phone to schedule the interview.

Do I need to be certified to become a CRW Personal Trainer?

You do not need to be certified to become a CRW Personal Trainer as you will go through an extensive training process, however obtaining a nationally recognized certification (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, AFAA, etc.)  is highly recommended.

What is the training process for CRW Personal Trainers?

CRW Personal Trainers go through 18-20 hours of classroom instruction and are required to complete practice training sessions, fitness assessments, and observation hours.  After completion of these activities, trainers go through a practical test to demonstrate skills and knowledge.  All CRW Personal Trainers are strongly encouraged to obtain a nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification within 6 months of employment.