Personal Training

Andrew Nash- Personal Training Coordinator

Andrew earned his personal training certification through NASM. He was previously certified through ISSA. Andrew earned his associate’s degree in Nutrition Science from Northeast State Community College. He works with a wide variety of clients but specializes in sports specific exercises to improve client performance in such activities as golfing and tennis.

Specialties: Wellness Consultations, Fitness Assessments, Member – Trainer Pairing, Sport Specific Exercises, Golfing Performance, Tennis Performance

Cierra Mikaelson

Cierra earned her CPT certification through NASM and is currently working on getting her nutrition certification through NASM. Cierra works with individuals of all fitness levels and provides guidance on proper form through strength training.

Specialties: Beginner Fitness, Weight Loss, Strength Training, and Nutrition

Mersiha Mustafic

Mersiha majored in child and family studies with a focus on human nutrition and holds a CPT certification through ISSA. She is working on her Pilates Certification and enjoys helping people with their overall wellness and fitness goals.

Specialties: Beginner Fitness, Sports Training, Powerlifting

Julia Compton

Julia earned her Bachelor's in Exercise Science from Elon University where she ran track for 4 years and holds a CPT certification from ACSM. She loves working with all ages and enjoys sport specific training.

Fun Fact: When she is not keeping everyone in shape, she is a Special Education teacher, and a Medic in the Army Reserves.

Specialties: Weight Loss, Functional Training, Athletic Training

Blake Ward

Blake earned his personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise. His continuing education focuses on helping older adults regain strength and independence. His primary area of interest is working with busy adults and seniors to deliver safe, efficient, and progressive resistance training for health and longevity.

Specialties: Senior Fitness, Weight Loss, Post-Rehabilitation Exercise, Body Composition, Strength Training

Will Ashley

Will earned his degree in Kinesiology from ETSU. He is also a NASM certified personal trainer. He enjoys helping people achieve
their strength and cardiovascular fitness goals.

Specialties: Strength Training, Senior Fitness, Balance Training, Endurance Training, General Fitness

Evan Teaster

Evan has Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of Virginia's College at Wise and he obtained his Training Certification through ACE. He worked in rehabilitation hospital and has been personal training for one year. He helps others to (re)gain strength, mobility, and endurance to improve their quality of life.

Specialties: Strength Training, Hypertrophy Training, Mobility Training, Balance

Ariel Devault

Ariel received her personal training certification through ISSA and she’s currently continuing her education in pre & post-natal fitness. She enjoys working with all ages and strives to help others gain muscle, improve endurance, and increase mobility. Her goal is to help others feel confident in the gym and learn to love their body and push themselves to achieve their goals.

Specialties: Beginner Fitness, General Fitness, Hypertrophy Training, Mobility Training, Injury Prevention, Posture Correction

Personal Training

PERSONAL TRAINING

*We are only allowing Kingsport YMCA members to register for personal training session. Friends of The Y personal training session will be provided at a later date.

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