Fitness Professionals

Kris Geier
Master Trainer
Fitness Director

Education
• BS Exercise Science, San Francisco State University

Specializations
•Pre and Post Orthopedic Surgery Rehabilitation
• Spinal Stabilization and Core Training
• Reactive Neuromuscular Training
• Cardiovascular/Respiratory Endurance training
• Weight Management
• Sport Specific Program Design

Certifications
• ACSM – Certified Health/Fitness Specialist
• ACE – Advanced Health/Fitness Specialist
• USCF – Cycling Coach

Hobbies
• Road & Mountain Biking
• Triathlon
• Hiking & Climbing
• Snowboarding

Testimonial

Amber says:

“Kris is the best trainer I have ever had as he really knows how my 50 year old body works and how to maximize a workout even if I have injuries.  On any given day there is one part of my body that hurts. Today my hamstrings were really tight and my shoulders sore from tennis.  I was dreading working out.  But amazingly, after my training session I felt loose and relaxed. Instead of compounding my stiffness with a strenuous workout, Kris achieved just the opposite.  I feel great.  Better than a massage! Thanks Kris!”


Joanne Tierney Marr
Master Trainer

Education
• BS Marketing, Boston College

Specializations
• Core Conditioning
• Strength and Toning
• Women’s fitness,
• Post rehab exercise, Healthy Living

Certifications
• ACE Personal Trainer, ACE Advanced Fitness Specialist, NASM
• Personal Trainer, Power Pilates Beginner and Intermediate Mat, Body Pump,
• Madd Dog Spinning

Hobbies
• Golf, Tennis, Bridge, Volunteer Work


Robert DeCrescenzo
Master Trainer

Education
• Bachelors in History and Liberal Arts, College of the Holy Cross

Specializations
Low Back Problems, Flexibility, Sports Specific Training, Weight Management

Certifications
• ACE Certified Personal Trainer
• ACE Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Hobbies
• Model Ship Building and Pottery

Testimonial

Samir says

“The best way to get and remain fit is to work out with a knowledgeable trainer. There are many trainers who are okay, some are good, and a few are really exceptional. Bob’s as good as they come.”


Joe Mattera  
Master Trainer

Education
Ithaca College, M.S. Exercise Physiology
• James Madison University, B.S. Kinesiology

Specializations
Chronic Diseases
• Cancer Survivors
• Core Strengthening

Certifications
CES – Cancer Exercise Specialist

Hobbies
Baseball, Financial Planning, Music, Weightlifting, Cooking



Linda Parentice
Master Trainer

Education
• Liberal Arts / General Studies Louisiana State University
• NCAA Division 1 Scholarship Athlete/Diving

Specializations
Cross-Fit Conditioning
• Core Development
• Strength Training
• Athletic / Sport Conditioning
•TRX Total Core Development
• Tri-Athlete Conditioning

Certifications
• AFFA Certified Personal Trainer
• AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer
• TRX Certified Personal Trainer

Hobbies
• Running, Biking, Swimming
• Hiking
• Skiing (Snow/Water)
• Yoga / Pilates
• Travel
• Epicurean


Joe Miller
Premier Trainer
Smart Start Staff

Education
• Eastern Connecticut State University
• B.S. Degree Biology Norwalk Community College
• A.D. Registered Nursing
(Currently Attending)

Specializations
• Functional Training
• Flexibility
• Core Development
• Injury Rehabilitation
• Injury/ Disease prevention, health and wellness related to exercise

Certification
• National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer

Hobbies
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Mixed Martial Arts


SPS AshlyAshly Hevesy
Premier Trainer
Smart Start Staff

Education
• B.A. in Communication

Specializations
• Integrated Stretching & Flexibility Certified
• Institute of Integrative Nutrition:  Certified Holistic Health Counsel
• Kinesis
• Weight Management
• Holistic Nutrition
• Core Strength

Certifications
• ACE Certified Personal Trainer CPR/AED Certified
• ACE Certified Lifestyles & Weight Management Consultant

Hobbies
•Nutrition, Mountain Biking, Skiing, and Hiking.


Annabelle Lemes
Professional Trainer
Smart Start Staff

Specializations
Boot Camp and Small Group Training
Core Strengthening
Weight Management
Kinesis

Certifications
AAAI /ISMA Certified Personal Trainer
• TRX Certified Group Instructor
• Kettlebell Instructor

Hobbies
SCUBA Diving
Fishing
Tennis
• Biking


Natalie Gianesello
Professional Trainer
Smart Start Staff

Education
• A.S. Degree Early Childhood Education

Specializations
• Weight Management
• Core Development
• Kinesis

Certifications
• AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer
• Licensed Insurance Agent

Hobbies
• Travel
• Fitness