The LIVE-FiT Personal Training Team
Simon
Name:
Simon
Where were you born:
Calgary, AB
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2005
What are your certifications/education?
- CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist (PTS)
- CanFitPro Healthy Eating Guidelines
- Active Aging (working with people 60+ years of age)
- First Degree Black Belt - Ninjutsu
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love when people have a breakthrough in their eating habits, movement, or abilities. Helping people move better and feel better is incredibly rewarding for me.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Accomplished. The goal of every session may not be to work to exhaustion or to have sore muscles; every session will have a purpose which will progress you toward your goals.
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
I have developed a passion for bodybuilding in recent years, however I also enjoy martial arts, snowboarding, and skateboarding.
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
I can't say 'No' to peanut butter. I eat it by the spoonful, and I put it on everything. It's also rare that I will turn a cookie away.
Jeff
Name:
Jeff
Where were you born:
Calgary, AB
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2004
What are your certifications/education?
- AFLCA Certified Exercise Specialist
- AFLCA Group Fitness Instructor
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
Being an integral part of someone achieving both their long and short term goals
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
a sense of accomplishment
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
Competing in various sports
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
Wings!
Jen
Name:
Jen
Where were you born?
Richmond, BC
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2006
What are your certifications/education?
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Physiology
- CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP)
- Prenatal and Postnatal Fitness Specialist
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start
personal training?
I love the relationships and trust that I build with my clients and watching them build their confidence in their ability to do challenging things.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
STRONG and CAPABLE – my goal is always to help my clients feel like they can tackle any obstacle that comes their way, whether that’s finishing their first race or making it through the marathon of bedtime with little kids!
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to
experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
I love running, swimming and spending as much time outside as possible (especially in the Summer). I always plan to run a few races each season to push myself. I’m a former triathlete – prior to becoming a mom of 2 boys – and hope to get back into triathlon soon!
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
I’m a 2x Ironman triathlon finisher (in Arizona and Mont Tremblant) and chocolate will win me over every time.
Vanessa
Name:
Vanessa
Where were you born?
Brandon, MB
How long have you been teaching / Personal Training?
Since 2022
What are your certifications/education?
- Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (Mount Royal University)
- CSEP CPT
What is it that you love about teaching group fitness/ Personal training OR Why did you start to teach group fitness/ personal training?
I love to help others in any way I can, so with personal training, it is such a rewarding feeling to be able to help my clients reach their fitness goals. Watching my clients reach their goals and seeing their transformations is also extremely rewarding for me and is one of the reasons I started personal training. I had my own trainers growing up and seeing how much personal training benefited me in my sport performance and helped me reach my own goals, really inspired me to want to help others and watch them achieve their goals!
When you attend one of my classes / training sessions you will leave feeling...
Proud of what you were able to accomplish, and motivated to keep progressing and getting closer to your goals every session!
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?I love snowboarding! I also love doing water activities at the lake in the summer and going hiking and biking!
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?Fun fact: I’m a 3x Ladies Provincial Motocross Champion, and raced at all the Canadian nationals in 2021.
Cheat meal: Sushi or ice cream!
Craig
Name:
Craig
Where were you born:
Calgary, AB
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
I have been Personal Training since 2014
What are your certifications/education?
- CSEP - CPT
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love personal training because I get to help people live better lives by moving better, feeling better, and living longer!
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Feeling empowered, excited, and one step closer to your goal. My goal is to always be one of the most exciting parts of my client's day!
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
I am an avid hunter so from Sept-Jan I am out in the wilderness as many days as I can. I work hard every year to ensure the freezer is full of meat that I have procured.
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
I don't believe in 'Cheat' or 'Treat' meals as we are not dogs and should never punish or reward ourselves with food. I have a huge passion for cooking, so the kitchen is one of my happy places. Don't ask what my go-to dish is because I feel that if someone has a go-to dish, they don't know how to cook.
John Wesley
Name:
John Wesley
Where were you born?
Waterloo, Ontario
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2010
What are your certifications/education?
- Bachelor of Human Kinetics with a specialization in Strength & Conditioning.
- Certifications with Functional Movement Systems (FMS)
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love the process of merging the art and science of coaching and pulling the right tools from my toolbox to give to each client to help them reach their goals. It’s very gratifying to be a part of the process of someone accomplishing their goals!
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling…
Successful. We want you leaving each session with a small win; stacking those wins over time is what creates sustainable and lasting progress! I’m there to help you earn your progress, step by step.
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
The sport of powerlifting is my passion and outlet - I’ve been competing for 12 years and counting!
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
I worked as a college Strength and Conditioning Coach for 7 years in British Columbia!
Rex
Name:
Rex
Where were you born?
San Jose, California
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2019
What are your certifications/education?
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- ISSA Strength and Conditioning
- ISSA Sports Nutrition
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
What is it that you love about being a Personal Trainer OR Why did you start personal training?
I love showing people their potential. The realization that people have when they understand they are stronger than they thought they were is always rewarding and I'm happy to help as many people develop that growth and belief in themselves as possible.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling…
Confident and that you had fun. I want you to feel going to the gym will be rewarding both mentally and physically and that it doesn't have to feel like the grind 100% of the time.
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport and/ or adventure?
Martial Arts has been a life-long passion of mine. Couple that with getting a chance to hike in Calgary and explore all of the beautiful trails.
One fun fact about you OR what is your "go to cheat" treat or meal?
Fun fact, I once had a dance-off in Mexico against the ninja turtles at a wedding… and won.
Dylan
Name:
Dylan
Where were you born?
Burlington Ontario
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2020
What are your certifications/education?
- ACE Certified
- ELA Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma
- Team Aita Strength
- Pain-free Performance specialist
- DTS Kettlebell certified
- KP Movement Therapy
- NCCP Olympic Weightlifting
What is it that you love about Personal Training OR Why did you start Personal Training?
I started personal training to show & teach people it is possible to make a change. I come from a household that didn't exercise nor understand nutrition. We would just eat until there was nothing left... With the help of coaching and education on what I was putting in my body I made a change for myself and it was the best thing I have ever done. I've gone from sport performance training for football to losing 100 lbs and bodybuilding.
Now I train in Olympic weightlifting which is the most technical aspect of training there is. So whether you are looking to lose weight, be pain-free for longevity of a happy life, or want to learn how to Olympic lift, I have you covered!
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling…
Feeling stimulated and happy from a fun session, Learning how to activate muscles properly, walking out better than when you came in, and with a smile on your face!
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favourite way to experience fitness, sport, and/or adventure?
Outside of training, you can find me taking my dogs out to the mountains, walks, and dog park adventures.
I also love anything related to sports, mainly Football and Hockey.
During the Summer, I love to go out golfing, and the winter takes me to the mountains for some snowboarding.
One fun fact about you OR what is your favourite cheat meal?
One fun fact is I own a Bunny!
Mackenzie
Name:
Mackenzie Mountain
Where were you born?:
Olds, Alberta
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?:
Since April, 2024
What are your certifications/education?:
- Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (Elevated Learning Academy)
- ACE CPT
- Holistic Nutrition and Health Coaching Diploma (Nutraphoria)
- Sports Nutrition Certification (Nutraphoria)
Why did I start Personal Training?: I began personal training to help others find the beauty in self development. After undergoing my own transformation both physically and mentally, I fell in love with the grind of reaching for one's full potential. I learned how to change my body through movement and my mindset through discipline. And because we all just want to feel better, my goal is to help others do the same.
When you attend one of my training sessions, you will leave feeling...:
Empowered and capable AF! Despite however your day is going, I want you to leave knowing you’ve put in the work and that every session counts towards the growth you desire.
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favorite way to experience fitness, sport, and/or adventure?:
I fell in love with the sport of bodybuilding during the early stages of my fitness transformation and have never looked back! Prior to that, I was an avid basketball player and still enjoy a good intramural scrimmage. When it comes to summer, you'll always find me at the nearest lake for a swim!
One fun fact about you OR what is your favorite cheat meal?:
One fun fact about me is that I’m a die hard Star Wars nerd.
Firas
Name:
Firas
Where were you born?
Kuwait
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2001
What are your certifications/education?
- Nutritionist
- Personal Trainer
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Online Coach
- CPR-AED
What is it that you love about Personal Training OR Why did you start Personal Training?
I love the ability to positively impact people’s lives through fitness and personal training.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Attendees leave feeling energized, accomplished, and motivated
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favourite way to experience fitness, sport, and/or adventure?
I enjoy exploring different sports and outdoor adventures
One fun fact about you OR what is your favourite cheat meal?
I love my pizzas
Caitlyn
Name:
Caitlyn
Where were you born?
Kitchener - Waterloo, Ontario
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2014
What are your certifications/education?
- CSEP - CPT
- BSc - Kinesiology
- Diploma of Health & Fitness Promotion
- 3000hr Registered Massage Therapist
- Youth Conditioning Specialist (IYCA)
- Pre and Postnatal Exercise Specialization
Why did you start Personal Training?
I have always been involved in high level sport from a young age, therefore human performance & health has always intrigued me. As my journey progressed through high school and university, I spent many hours working in various healthcare settings revolving around rehab, trauma medicine, sports medicine and orthopedics with intentions of pursuing a career in medicine. After my time in the healthcare system, it was obvious to me that I wanted to work with individuals who want to better themselves through exercise and more conservative methods of therapy/rehabilitation rather than jumping to the "quick" fixes of pharmaceutical and/or surgical intervention which often don't provide a long-term solution.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling …
Accomplished that you made the decision to do something positive for your body and brain. Investing in your health will have long-lasting effects that will spread across every aspect of your life.
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favourite way to experience fitness, sport, and/or adventure?
Outside of training you can probably find me with my dogs partaking in outdoor adventures whether it be hiking, camping, walks or splashing around in the river.
One fun fact about you OR what is your favourite cheat meal?
In addition, to my experience in the rehab/general health realm of training. I have an extensive background in strength & conditioning with youth and athletic populations from various sport backgrounds.
Chris
Name:
Chris
Where were you born?
St John’s, NL
How long have you been a Personal Trainer?
Since 2019
What are your certifications/education?
- CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist (PTS)
- Active Aging (working with people 60+ years of age)
- Muscle Intelligence Fat Loss Program Design
What is it that you love about Personal Training OR Why did you start Personal Training?
I love to share my knowledge and experience with others to help them achieve their goals, and I love to see the changes in my client's progress over time. It's immensely rewarding to be able to show people the strength they are capable of achieving, or even to just show them something fun and new.
When you attend one of my training sessions you will leave feeling...
Pumped up and energized!
Outside of the class you teach/coach/train, what is your favourite way to experience fitness, sport, and/or adventure?
I love to spend time in nature, whether it's a calm and relaxing walk through the forest or an intense scramble up the side of a mountain and everything in between.
One fun fact about you OR what is your favourite cheat meal?
I've visited over 30 countries and my favorite cheat meal would have to be pizza!