Favorite Workout: With a group, TRX and Boxing are a lot of fun. For cardio, it has to be a Brick Biking Class. For strength exercise I stick to the old-school H.I.S.T. to M.M.T. (High Intensity Strength Training to Momentary Muscle Failure!). Swimming is an awesome workout too, but I notice I start sinking after a few laps!!
Favorite Quote: ”Success is peace of mind, which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to do your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” –John Wooden
Hobbies/Special Interests: Spending time with friends and family. Can’t go wrong playing a game of pickup basketball, playing the guitar, going mountain biking, or dabbling in art.
Advice for New Members: Stay motivated, stay positive, and enjoy yourself! Attitude is everything! When you can, find someone in the club you can work out with or with whom you can take classes. It also helps to bring in a friend or family member to help you stay committed and it makes it more fun!
Angela Ware
Personal Training Team Leader
Angela.Ware [at] BrickBodies.com
410-547-0053
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
- AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor
Experience
- 18 Years of Fitness Experiance
- 15 Years Strength and Conditioning
- Group Ex. Instructor since 1992
Specialties
- Small and Large Group Training
- Weight Loss and Weight Management
- Core Strength and Stability Training
“No second thoughts, just do it!”
Favorite Workout: Strength Training
Favorite Quote: “The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.” Walter Ragehot
Hobbies/Special Interests: Playing basketball w/ friends, taking my dog for a walk, going to Orioles games
Advice for New Members: Find a work-out partner to keep you motivated.
Suzanne Miranda
Membership Counselor
Suzanne.Miranda [at] BrickBodies.com
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownFavorite Workout: TRX, Pure Power, and anything on the BOSU!!!
Favorite Quote: “What doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger.”
Hobbies/Special Interests: Working out, Dancing, Reading, Fashion
Advice for New Members: Variety, Variety, Variety!
Bennie Goode
Personal Trainer
Bennie.Goode [at] BrickBodies.com
443-414-3687
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- NSPA Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
- Competitive Amateur Body Builder
Experience
- 12 Years Personal Training Experience
- 8 Years Competitive Body Building Experience
- 30 Years Exercise Experience
Specialties
- Weight Loss
- Nutritional Advice
- General health and fitness
- Motivation
- Fitness Coaching
“Exercise is like life. You get out of it what you put into it.”
Matt Ortel
Personal Trainer
Matt.Ortel [at] brickbodies.com
410-703-1614
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
- Certified TRX Trainer
Experience
- Personal Trainer since 2011
- Exercise Experience since 2000
Specialties
- TRX Suspension Training
- Sports Specific Training
- Core Endurance and Strength Training
- Weight Loss
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
-Lao Tzu
McKenzie Bedra
Personal Trainer
McKenzie.Bedra [at] BrickBodies.com
(419)-308-2430
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- MPH in Epidemiology
- BS in Exercise Physiology
- ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Experience
- Division I College Athlete
- Personal Trainer since 2008
- Experience with clinical populations
- Working with athletes since 2003
Specialties
- Building Muscle
- Interval Training
- Muscle Toning
- Circuit Training
- Training Athletes
“Commit to be fit!”
Robert Snyder
Personal Trainer
Robert.Snyder [at] BrickBodies.com
410-430-5428
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- B.S. in Physical Education
- NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
- Heartsaver/AED Certified
Experience
- Fitness and Sport Coaching since 2005
- Competitive runner since 2000
- Triathlete since 2004
Specialties
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss & Weight Management
- Endurance Training & Nutrition Coaching
- Small and Large Group Training
- TRX – Suspension Training
“Obstacles are stepping stones.”
Russell Reeves
Personal Trainer
Russell.Reeves [at] BrickBodies.com
570-561-3870
Locations:
Brick Bodies DowntownQualifications
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
- B.S. in Biology from Johns Hopkins
Experience
- Group training instructor since 2009
- Personal Trainer since 2009
Specialties
- Strength and Conditioning
- Athletic Performance Training
- General Fitness and Motivation
“Take one step forward each day toward your goals in health, well-being and fitness.”
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