Lakeshore is proud to congratulate member Abbey Carney who was recently granted US citizenship! Read a letter from Abbey about her experience.

Dear All,
As you all know by now, I was born and raised in Ethiopia, a country located in the North Eastern part of Africa. I came to the U.S. as a foreign student and later became a permanent resident. About three months ago I made an important decision to pursue U.S citizenship, and on Wednesday, December 14th, 2011, the great privilege and responsibility of U.S. Citizenship was granted to me. For that I am very grateful to God the Father and to Christ Jesus my Lord who designed this as part of the plan for my life. I am also very grateful to this awesome country that has been nothing but graciously welcoming to me and also to my loving and very supportive husband, Clif, who has taught me so much about the history, the culture; the language and most importantly the law of the land (if you get in trouble with the law, call your 5th and call me.

Right after the very special and moving naturalization ceremony, my true American husband could not pass the opportunity to take me to a burger joint and baptize me in the name of “American burger & fries” which I must say made me feel complete, not lacking anything as a rookie US citizen. Now I look forward to exercising the two important rights as an American citizen: to participate in the voting process for the first time in my life and to maybe run for office in the distance future (that’s just a scary thought!). I am also looking forward to periodically reminding my husband of my right to bear arms (that should make him think twice), to exercise my freedom to eat French Fries and to cheer for the Broncos – Go Broncos! Go Tebow!

May God bless America, the country I now call my home, sweet home.
Your Fellow U.S. Citizen in Christ,

~Abby

More Member Happenings

Lakeshore would also like to recognize member Matt Russell, who was recently promoted to head of Player Personnel for the Denver Broncos. Congratulations to member Chris Nicholson who won his division at the Masters Track and Field competition in September. His numbers earned him 4th in the world in his class.

Pilates Coordinator

Education:
B.S. Exercise Civil Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder

Certifications:
ACE Group Fitness
Power Pilates Teacher Trainer (current)

Experience:
Pilates of Boulder
The Donna McLean Studio
20 years group exercise instruction experience
10 years Pilates instruction experience

Areas of Specialty:

• Injury rehabilitation
• Pre/post natal exercise
• Group Instruction

Availability:
Monday, Wednesday through Saturday by appointment

Phone: (303) 588-1596
Email: mwalter@powerwellness.com

“When I first met Melanie, I couldn‟t even bend over to pick up a tennis ball because of my back pain. After trying everything, one of my students suggested I see Melanie and the rest, as they say, is history. The training included specific stretching techniques to help alleviate my back issues and the inherent Pilates core work…”
-R.B.

Pilates Instructor

Certifications:
Titleist Performance Institute
Ron Fletcher Pilates
Barbara Huttner Pilates
Polestar Pilates

Experience:
The Donna McLean Studio
20 years Pilates instruction experience
30 years Martial Arts and athletic teaching experience

Areas of Specialty:

• Injury rehabilitation
• Golf conditioning
• Beginners

Availability:
By appointment

Phone: (720) 684-8179
Email: menos@powerwellness.com

Pilates Instructor

Certifications:
Nationally Certified Muscular Therapist
Power Pilates Certified

Experience:
Massage practice since 2004
Pilates instruction since 2005

Areas of Specialty:

• Injury rehabilitation
• Pilates for Athletes
• Special population

Availability:
Monday through Saturday by appointment

“Taylor was able to adapt to my specific needs and over the last two years has aided in creating an entire transformation of my body. Slowly, she taught me how to move my body very specifically from the inside out using control and fluidity. She taught me that the journey my body was making was more important than the destination, meaning that doing the exercises correctly is more important than having it look a certain way”
-John High

Pilates Instructor

“I believe movement, dance, fitness, and personal expression are essential to living a healthy, balanced life.”

Education:
Dance Therapy, Goddard College School of Life, Goddard, VT

Certifications:
ACE Group Fitness
Holistic Fitness Coach
Certified Nia Black Belt

Experience:
Former Nia Teacher Trainer
Personal Trainer
Yoga and Ballet Instructor
Nia studio owner
Leader of fitness and personal growth retreats

Areas of Specialty:

• Beginner Pilates
• Holistic Fitness and Wellness
• Women’s Empowerment

Availability:
Group and private sessions by appointment

Phone: (303) 517-0391

“I have been working out with Carolyne for 14 years and find her to be an incredibly skillful and inspiring teacher. She has the ability to combine excellent instruction, depth of heart, a great workout and fun in one class. I recommend her heartily.”
-Renee Rosario

Pilates Instructor

“Pilates has fundamentally changed how I approach movement, especially athletic movement. From weight lifting, to running, skiing, and walking up and down stairs, it has brought my awareness to center – physically, mentally, even emotionally – as I believe these aspects of ourselves are intimately connected….”

Education:
B.A. Music, Fort Lewis College

Certifications:
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Michael Miller Studio Pilates Certification
Pilates Institute of Boulder Certification

Areas of Specialty:

• Rehabilitation
• Athletic training through Pilates
• Private and group instruction

Availability:
By appointment

Tony Carson is has been a professional racquet ball player since 2007. He is currently ranked #12 in the world.

2008 Singles and Doubles Collegiate National Champion
2009 Doubles Collegiate National Champion
2011 U.S. National Team Member, silver medal in Doubles

Personal Training and Medical Integration Coordinator

“Nothing gives me more personal satisfaction than helping someone make health and fitness their number one priority. Let me help you get into the best shape of your life!”

Education:
B.S. Exercise Science, The Ohio State University
M.A. Sports Management, Ohio State University

Certifications:
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Titleist Performance Institute – Fitness Professional Level 1

Experience:
Two-time Finalist, IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year
Founder, Five Star Fitness Boot Camps – Chicago, IL and Columbus, OH
Featured in Shape, HERS Muscle & Fitness, and Cosmo Magazines

Areas of Specialty:

• Strength training for weight loss and muscle hypertrophy
• Fitness Boot Camps
• Golf and Ski Conditioning

Availability
By appointment

Contact Information
Phone – (312) 714-0522
Email – smclain@powerwellness.com

Personal Trainer

“I advocate overall performance and well-being and develop programs designed specifically for the individual.”

Education:
B.S. Exercise Science

Certifications:
ACSM Certified Personal trainer
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (pending)
AFFA Group Fitness Instructor

Experience:
Completed Practicum at the Blanchard Valley Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center
Completed Internship at Lakeshore Athletic Club

Areas of Specialty:

• Proper Exercise Techniques, Injury Prevention
• Weight Loss/Management
• Sport Specific Training

Availability
By appointment

Contact Information
Phone – (419) 348 6790
Email – pbenjamin@powerwellness.com

“Peter is both professional and knowledgeable, catering to the questions and issues I have come across by providing me detailed instruction for the numerous exercises he is capable of teaching and demonstrating. If you are looking for a Personal Trainer who is capable of helping you succeed in reaching your fitness goals, I definitely recommend Peter.”
-A.S.

Personal Trainer

“My goal is to work people hard in both an appropriate and safe manner. And more importantly, to make working out fun!”

Education:
B.S. General Science Degree, University of Wisconsin
Collegiate Athletics

Certifications:
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
A.S.E.P. Coaching Philosophy
Various Soccer Coaching Licenses

Experience:
8 Years of Coaching Experience School-Age to Adult
10 Years in Various Sport Facilities
4 Years Division I Collegiate Soccer at University of Wisconsin
Competitive Athlete in Various Sports

Areas of Specialty:

• Teen and Pre-Teen Training
• Sport Specific Training (Tennis, Soccer, Hockey)
• Weight Loss

Availability
By appointment

Contact Information
Phone – (608) 217-6902
Email – jjurkowski@powerwellness.com