Maria Armstead

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: http://www.phenomenalfitness.com

Coming soon.

Sean Armstead

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: http://www.phenomenalfitness.com

Sean is a graduate of the University of Illinois, United States Marine Corps Infantry Officer (captain) and Persian Gulf War veteran/volunteer. He is a student of a variety of martial arts including Muai Thai, Savate, Degerberg Blend and stick fighting. Sean holds multiple strength/fitness related certifications and especially loves training in kettlebell lifting. He owns his own training facility (see above) and is married with three kids.

Terry Young

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: http://www.tsendojo.com

“Terry Sensei”, as he is often called by many of his students and friends in the martial arts community is the head instructor and founder of TSen Dojo. He currently holds the rank of 4th Degree Black Belt in Shuri-Ryu Karate.

His personal commitment to fitness is evidenced in that he trains and teaches fitness and martial arts classes five to six days a week.

As a complement to his Martial Arts background, Terry is a Certified Kettlebell Teacher (CKT) with the IKFF.

Doug Sides

Location: Rockford, IL

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Website: http://www.rockfordkettlebells.com
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IKFF Level I CKT

Doug recently became certified as an IKFF Level I CKT. Doug, however is not a novice when it comes to kettlebell training, he is also certified as an RKC (Russian Kettlebell Certified) and AKC (American Kettlebell Coach).

Doug is a retired Marine teaching kettlebells and strength training in the Rockford area. Doug is available for individual coaching and small groups. Doug also works with the newly signed military recruits to prepare them for basic training and beyond. He currently has one student in Special Forces Q-School and one student in Ranger School.

Bob Garon

Location: St. Charles & Aurora, IL

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Synergy Kettlebell Training classes: http://SynergyKettlebellTraining.com
Bob's Kettlebell Fitness & Nutrition Blog: http://BobGaronTraining.com

Personally I am a Kettlebell Sport competitive athlete and Coach. I own and operate 2 Kettlebell Training gyms in St. Charles & Aurora, IL called Synergy Kettlebell Training. Essentially our focus is helping people get fit, stay fit and live longer, healthier lives through Kettlebell fitness piggybacked by clean, solid eating habits.

For over 13 years I’ve been professionally training and have experienced great reward in my ongoing client relationships. They are all amazing people and the reason why I do what I do.

Formerly a U.S. Naval fireman, I decided that health and fitness is my passion.  I have been given the privilege of becoming a Certified Kettlebell Coach, mentored under Steve Cotter & Ken Blackburn, through the International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation (IKFF), through the American Kettlebell Club (AKC) under Valery Fedorenko, World Champion in Kettlebell Lifting and Master of Sport with over 22 years experience, and also through the International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy (IKSFA) under the most decorated Kettlebell coaches worldwide Sergey Rudnev & Sergey Rachinskiy.

Beyond my Kettlebell Coaching credentials, I also am certified through the International Sports and Science Association as a Professional Fitness Trainer.

My Philosophy: I believe that the body should be trained as one, as a unit, because that is how we use it in life.  Life is constantly changing and so I do the exact same in my training style having no set style at all with every day, every client, and every workout providing a challenge in itself to be different than the last in order to never allow the body or mind to plateau.

Final Thoughts: It’s not easy to get in shape… if it was more people would already be there, but when we work together real results are not only possible- they’re guaranteed.

Ray and Wendy Johnson – Iron Fitness Extremes

Location: Burr Ridge, Illinois

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Website: www.ironfitnessextremes.com

My name is Ray Johnson and along with my wife Wendy Johnson we are the proud owners of IRON Fitness Extremes which is located in Burr Ridge Illinois. We are CKT, RKC and also certified as an Underground Strength Coach.  Iron is a gym that empowers its members to achieve their own “Fitness Extremes.”  Whether you are an athlete looking physically to dominate the competition or an average person looking to achieve the best shape of your life, “Iron Style” training allows the athlete within all of us to be unleashed. We specialize in both small group fitness and personal training. All of Iron’s training sessions are “boot camp” style.  The objective of Iron Fitness Extremes is genuine fitness, not the appearance of fitness.

Iron guarantees “double the results in half the time” with methodical training methods, explosive movement, and consistent training schedules. Iron's foundation is built around core training principles, positive affirmations, and awakening of the human spirit. Iron’s methods are executed with tough love but, the uncanny results that will be achieved with training consistency will dominate any other training program.

Diane Dungca

Location: Northwest/West Suburbs of Illinois

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Telephone: (630) 244-5654

I am a level 1 kettlebell certified instructor with a comprehensive background in weight training, body mechanics, and nutrition.  I've always loved working out and battled being overweight since I was young and started training with instructors at 12 years old.  My passion for fitness and anything related to it has grown since, however I never believed you had to be a gym rat or life fitness professional to be fit, crazy strong, or healthy.  This goes to prove that anyone could be self-taught with a little direction and drive which is how I essentially started kettlebells and inquired so much about it that I knew I had to share it with others, even outside my teaching career!  I'm here to make kettlebell training as casual, fun, bittersweet, hellified, and addictive as you want it to be.  Reach me at 630.244.5654

Mike Vogel

Location: North West Suburbs, Illinois

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Telephone: (847)-648-6453

I am a level 1 CKT Kettlebell instructor and a national accredited personal trainer. I studied nutrition and sports nutrition at Western Illinois University. I take pride in training and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I am passionate about my clients’ goals and successes. Whether your goal is fat loss, core stability, flexibility, power, strength or athletic performance, all can be achieved with hard work, determination, and a few heavy kettelbells.

David Ramsey

Location: Naperville and St. Charles, Illinois

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Website: chirofitness.com
Telephone: 630-479-8944

I'm David Ramsey. My background as it relates to health is 110 years of family medical practice going back to my great grandfather who graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical school in 1901. I studied Molecular and Cellular Biology at U.C. Berkeley. Having 7 medical doctors in my family has lead me to absorb and process a tremendous about of information related to medical research and first hand practice and application of treatment as related to diseases, injuries, and all manner of conditioning and rehabbing the human body.  My own experience includes playing and conditioning for my favorite sport of baseball for many years, and as a personal trainer I have seen a multitude of clients, and learned the instincts of finding what works best for them.  To do this an educational background and deep understanding of biochemistry and hormone and dietary science is incredibly important.  Exercise is Medicine in itself but just like drug treatment  it must be chosen and dosed or cycled or progressed precisely.  Orgnaized medicine, the food and drug adinistration, and the pharmaceutical and food industries have lead to many diseases, and problems with health in todays society.  There is an inherent conflict of interest in that they are profitting from their products and services while advertising and marketing in an effort to tell you what to believe and do with your body.  Good unbiased research which is done not to sell or promote anything but to find accurate information is very tough to come by.  I've studied medical and exercise information for 20 years and with my experience in sports and exercise I've learned how to help individuals seeking to improve their health without all the conventional politically popular aproaches which in many cases are ineffective. 

     After picking up a kettlebell and learning the training techniques and incorporating them into my clients workouts as well as my own I've seen acceleration in progress in a variety of fitness aspects such as coordination, flexibility, strength, endurance, and of course loss of body fat.  I'm very enthusiastic about having the opportunity to work with people and educate them.  Seeing changes in the lives and physical health of people I work with is the great reward and motivation of my training.  Please contact me regarding personal training needs.  I am available for personal training at x-sport in Naperville 7 days per week.  Call me directly at 630-479-8944 or contact x-sport for questions at 630-548-9400.

Patti Zikmund

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: www.diettrifecta.com

Patti is a triathlete and an avid runner who has competed and placed in multiple marathons, road races and multiport events as well as pole dance competitions.  Patti got into Kettlebells about 2 years ago and quickly realized that she wanted to continue on this path of fitness for a very long time - and wanted to share her love for the sport to others. Hence, her IKFF CKT1 certification.

In addition to her IKFF CKT1 certification, she is also certified as a Spinning® Instructor and an ACE Group Fitness Coach and Lifestyle and Weight Management Coach. She currently teaches at the CAC clubs in Chicago, Illinois.

Julie Speck

Location:  Chicago, IL

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Telephone: 312-804-3124 

Julie is a group exercise instructor at Chicago Athletic Clubs in Chicago, Illinois holding certifications for group exercise with AFAA and Mad Dog Athletics in addition to IKFF CKT1.  Julie placed first in the IKFF 2011 Invitational Kettlebell Championship long cycle competition.  Julie also enjoys competing in marathons and triathlons.  Julie lives in Chicago with her husband and two sons.

Linda Heap

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: www.evolutionchicago.com

Being active all her life, Linda has been surrounded by competitive sport, fitness, and clean nutrition. A former competitive swimmer and avid runner, she brings her skills and experience here at Evolution as a personal trainer and group instructor.

Linda educates her clients about the importance of nutrition and clean eating. She is proof that women can utilize different forms of weight and resistance training to tone and shape the female figure.

Michael Salazar

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: www.evolutionchicago.com

Michael has been helping clients achieve a higher level of fitness since 2004. As one of the highest revenue generating trainers for a large heath club, Michael realized that there is more to life than the bottom line. He decided to move away from the arena of the "big box" gym to build a facility devoted to working with individuals. He opened Evolution Personal Training April 2009.

Discipline, drive, and determination are the cornerstones of his exercise philosophy. Sessions with Michael include strength training, cardio conditioning, power movements, and functional training.

Jeff Delgado

Location: Chicago IL

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Website: chicagokickbox.com

Chicago Kick Box is an independently owned and operated personal training company in Chicago, Illinois serving the surrounding communities. At our exclusive personal training facility, our personal training and fitness specialists help individuals achieve their ultimate fitness goals. Providing our clients with the best services in our unique fitness environment is the main objective.
Do you want to get your body back in shape? Want to be able to defend yourself? Allow our fitness experts to assist you with self awareness training, weight loss techniques, defense methods, and more. Our fitness experts are highly experienced, we will provide our clients with the fitness equipment and advice that is needed for their specific body conditioning or training requirements.

Jeff Delgado's  focus and drive is to empower individuals so that they may better themselves through a healthier way of life.Individuality is very important to me when it comes to creating a program. whether it be through kettle bell training martial arts dynamic breathing and movement etc.

For over 15 years I've been training in traditional martial arts, boxing, kickboxing,unconventional strength training methods.
-owner of Chicago Kickbox INC
-president of the Jung Do Boxing Association.
-Technical Pad Training specialist for Boxing coaches, Personal trainers.
-CKT level 1

Rock Cox

Location: Chicago, IL

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Website: www.rockfit.org
Website: www.rockfit.co

Rock has always been involved in sports and training to make himself better his whole life.  He played football and wrestled at Loras College.  Then back in 1999 he found a new love and that was rugby, although he is semi-retired he still plays games with his current team the Chicago Griffins.  Rock also likes competing in obstacle races one of his favorites is the ToughMudder.  Rock loves training with kettlebells and teaching others how to correctly use them.  Along with his IKFF CKT level 1 certification Rock also has certifications from NASM and USAW. 

Julian D. Gomez

Location: Homewood, Illinois

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I am a father of four, former Marine and competitive cyclist, who believes that good physical fitness can lead to positive things in every part of your life. Good health is an important entry point to feeling stronger and more powerful in all that you do. My goal and mission is to bring physical fitness to as many people as I can.