Blackberry Farm staff have continued to monitor the weather predicted for our Princess VIP event this Sunday, September 22. Per the safety and enjoyment of our guests, the event is being moved to the Vaughn Athletic Center field house (2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL 60506) from 9-11 a.m. All ticket holders will be given a pass to visit Blackberry Farm valid through October 27. We look forward to seeing all of the princesses and princes on Sunday!
If you like the idea of getting or staying in shape with your own instructor, the Fox Fitness program offers personal training at our Vaughan Athletic Center and our Eola and Prisco Community Centers.
Having a personal trainer contributes to greater health and wellness for people of any age or level of fitness. The diverse benefits of working with one of our certified trainers include:
one-on-one attention for faster, more-efficient results
workouts tailored to your fitness approach and personality
more lean muscle and less body fat
reduced stress and a boost to mental health
enhanced physical health and immune system
proper form and technique for lesser chance of injury
preparation for different sporting activities
motivation in making progress
accountability in maintaining your routine
You also can have your fitness program emphasize a particular goal, such as:
strength training
flexibility
core training
treatment/rehabilitation of neuromuscular disabilities
performance training
staying healthy during pregnancy
functional anatomy training
weight loss
The Fox Fitness program provides nutritional consultation as well.
Commit to Being Fit with Fox Fitness!
Look and feel even better with results both you and others will notice. Get started on a steady, focused fitness program designed especially for you by your own personal trainer.
Contact us at (630) 907-9600 today to discover more about personal training through the Fox Fitness program.
New members of Fox Fitness can receive a free consultation with one of our certified trainers to define your goals, assess your baseline health levels, learn about our cardio and strength equipment, and develop your individual fitness program.
Live skills check for Adult/Child First Aid Certification from the American Red Cross.
Specialties
General fitness & weight loss
Circuit Training
Bodybuilding/hypertrophy
Spinning
Teaching Style
Mike is passionate about fitness and enjoys sharing his enthusiasm with assist clients to help them achieve; weight loss, toning, improved body composition and posture, better body mechanics, flexibility, and bodybuilding.
Mike customizes his strength and conditioning programs for, individuals, couples, and groups. He is known for taking measured risks to enable clients to achieve more strength, and weight loss, and is skilled at helping diverse populations, to safely and effectively improve their health and realize long-term change.
Yesenia Rios-Rubio
Areas of Specialty
Strength Training, Conditioning, and General Fitness
Social Media Accountability & Support Groups
Weight Loss and Toning
Qualifications/Background
Certified Personal Trainer through National Academy of Sports Medicine
Diploma in Fitness & Nutrition from Stratford Career Institute
Certified in 2B Mindset Nutrition Program
Social Media Health and Fitness Coach
CPR Certified
Teaching Style
Combine cardio with weight training to boost your metabolic rate incorporating your favorite workouts.
Teaching a healthy lifestyle while being a busy woman and/or mom.
Teach you how to be consistent, discipline, & accountable.
Teach women of all ages how to live a healthier lifestyle and reach their goals through nutrition and workout programs.
Help reach fitness goals, motivate, and offer dietary advice, including healthy recipes and meal plans.
Going beyond your perceived limitations to help you achieve greater success. I believe fitness should be an integral part of your lifestyle and not feel like a chore.
Joanna Albert
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Northern Illinois University
Certifications
I.S.S.A. Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties
Weight loss and toning
Cardiovascular conditioning
Training for older active adults
Working with people with special needs
Teaching Style
I’m dedicated to having my clients reach their fitness goals. By providing you with a good quality fitness program – combined with my patience and perseverance – you will make noticeable changes in both your health and physical appearance.
Lexy Johnson
Areas of Specialty
Strength Training, Conditioning, and General Fitness
Women’s Health and Fitness
HIIT Training
Low Back Pain and Injury Prevention
Background
Illinois State University, M.A. Spanish Pedagogy
Ten years of teaching experience
NETA Certified Personal Trainer
NETA Certified Group Exercise Instructor
OCB and NGA Natural Bodybuilding Competitor
Teaching Style
My goal is to help you find the right balance of strength, cardiovascular health, flexibility and good nutrition to improve your overall quality of life. I emphasize consistency and learning to find your intrinsic motivation to keep you fit and healthy. I believe in keeping things simple and monitoring progress in a variety of ways.
Timothy Johnson
Areas of Specialty
Strength Training, Conditioning, and General Fitness
Sport and Athletic Training
Power-lifting and Bodybuilding
Boot Camp and CrossFit-style workout
“Lifestyle” Certified Fitness Coaching
Background
Certified Personal Trainer since 2000
Competed in, and worked at the APF/WPC Powerlifting and Bodybuilder Amateur Competitions
Teaching Style
A strong body, a stronger spirit. I believe that a strong body creates a desire for success in other areas of life.
Janice Strock
Certifications
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties
Strength & Endurance Training
Cardiovascular Conditioning
Functional Training
Weight Loss
Experiences/Qualifications
Experience in HIIT, muscle toning, CrossFit, and running
Ryan Thompson
Background
U.S. Army Veteran
Certifications
A. F. A. A. Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties
Strength Training, Conditioning and General Fitness
Cardiovascular Conditioning
Weight Loss
Teaching Style
Fitness is about so much more than exercise. It’s a catalyst for positive change, and it affects every aspect of your life. Temporary pain for long term gain.
Kelly Walter
Education
Continuing education in nutrition
Certifications
American Council on Exercise certified
Specialties
Weight and strength training
Bodybuilding
Nutrition
Prenatal and postpartum training
Experiences/Qualifications
Figure competitor
5k obstacle course races
Kevin Weiss
Background
National Personal Trainer Institute graduate. Continuing education in the field of physical education at Aurora University
Specialties
Strength training, conditioning, and general fitness
Cardiovascular Conditioning
Weight Loss
Cross-fit style of workout
Nutrition and proper dieting
Teaching Style
Setting small goals is not only is beneficial for reaching big goals, but also creates motivation to keep going. Seeing improvement in individual workouts is a strong indication of improvement toward your goals.
Lexy Johnson
