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recoving from long illness2/7/2011
  Q: I was very ill for 2 years and spent the majority of that time sitting, but could walk to the ...
  A: Congratulations to you for your recovery and for wanting to get fit and strong again. I am certain ...
Training for Cricket3/18/2010
  Q: I am a 21 year old fitness enthusiast living in India. One of my friends is a 17 year old high ...
  A: You're correct, strength training is beneficial for everyone, especially athletes who want to ...
Knees3/17/2010
  Q: I have been exercising for the past 4-5 weeks. Just about 1-2 weeks ago my knees are getting weak. ...
  A: Bennie, It's a little hard to guess what might be causing your weakness in the knees without knowing ...
help...2/22/2010
  Q: So I am dumbfounded 14 and I am trying to start working on building muscle. Right now I am like 105. ...
  A: Wow, this is a fully loaded question! And much too involved for me to answer in one paragraph, but ...
leg exercise2/1/2010
  Q: I have two dumbells at home each weighing 25lb. Which is the better exercise for legs, ie squat or ...
  A: The question of whether a squat or a lunge is the better exercise is a tough one! They are both ...
Uneven biceps1/8/2010
  Q: I am 24 6'5 and right handed but my problem from what i can tell is opposite of other peoples my ...
  A: I also have the same problem, so I couldn't wait to answer your question! I am right-handed yet my ...
working out8/5/2008
  Q: I am 36, weigh 220 lbs (when started exercising 2 months ago) and I have 2 children. 3 weeks ago, I ...
  A: Nora, My first thought is that perhaps your shoes may need replacing. I would go to a running shoe ...
fit pregnancy6/1/2008
  Q: I am currently 3 months pregnant and ready to get back to my workout routine after a 3 month "don't ...
  A: Congratulations to you! I just had a baby 2 months ago, and am happy to report I successfully ...
Power training5/26/2008
  Q: what sort of diet and training routine would i need in ordered to dynamically increase my over ...
  A: Nicholas, you most definitely need to be focused on sports-specific training, whichever sport that ...
hernia5/25/2008
  Q: is it safe to still weight train if you have a hernia
  A: You most definitely need to talk to your Doctor about this one. They may advise you to only lift ...
Added some gut5/5/2008
  Q: Been lifting now for almost two years, and have made good progress. But I changed my routine for a ...
  A: Not knowing your current weight, it's hard to definitively tell you exactly how much protein you ...

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I can answer any general fitness questions related to weight loss, strength training, lifestyle and weight management, and pre- and post-natal fitness. I also have experience working with post-rehab patients on recovering shoulder, knee and back injuries, and work with senior citizens to improve balance, strength, coordination and prevent falls. I have worked with osteoporosis/osteopenia patients and other special cases directly referred to me from local area Doctors.

Experience

ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer, training since 2005. Co-founder of Studio One to One in Alpharetta, GA.

Organizations
IDEA Fitness Member, American Council on Exercise.

Publications
Around Town Magazine, Milton Herald

Education/Credentials
ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, AHA Heartsaver CPR & AED Certified. Continuing education in Pre- and Post-Natal Fitness, and Lifestyle & Weight Management.

Awards and Honors
2008 Readers' Choice Award for Best Health/Fitness Center - Around Town Magazine.

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