At the age of 31, Lamán Ben-Trahoret, finds his home in Arlington, Virginia. Having faced numerous personal mental health challenges, Lamán has leveraged this journey as a stepping stone towards his path as a dedicated wellness trainer and coach. His primary area of expertise lies in the realm of assisted stretch therapy, where his skills benefit his clients in achieving optimal mobility and wellness.
Lamán utilizes a diverse bouquet of techniques, from Thai massage to tailored mobility exercises, which provide his clients with the ability to maximize their physical potential. His approach goes beyond the physical, connecting fitness with lifestyle adjustments and mindset reconstructions to reinforce the establishment of positive behaviors. As an individual, Lamán’s insights are shaped by his own lived experiences coupled with an astute sense of cultural recognition.
Being an African-American wellness practitioner and an active participant in the queer community, Lamán’s philosophy puts emphasis on the belief that fitness is a universal right. For him, an ideal client does not adhere to any stereotypes and it is purely anyone possessing a body willing to embrace fitness.
True Bey, a 46-year-old integrative health and nutrition coach, hails from Fords, New Jersey. His clientele is primarily composed of professional men seeking a healthier lifestyle. True’s mission is to encourage sustainable weight loss, elevate the understanding of preventable diseases, and develop strength-building strategies that align with his client’s specific goals.
Sunny Choi, 36, lives in Queens, New York, where she ardently advocates for the equilibrium necessary for the sustenance of a healthy lifestyle, both mentally and physically. Her beliefs manifest through her pioneering role in breakdancing. As a personal fitness coach, Sunny leverages the principles of this art form to promote wholistic wellness.
Being a 43-year-old Chicago, Illinois resident, Thomas Dellotta’s love for sports performance unites with his passion for mentoring the younger generation. With a decade and a half spent in teaching high school students, Thomas has also been serving as the head strength and conditioning coach at his school for the past five years.
Thomas aspires to inspire people to maintain an active lifestyle, evade injuries, and rekindle their fitness spirit. Through sporting activities he has impactfully engaged with the teenage demographic achieving not only his personal fulfillment but also shaping healthier futures.
Kristen Feemster, a 36-year-old from Charlotte, North Carolina, skilfully combines her vocational expertise as a certified trainer and licensed therapist. Her unique approach holds therapeutic insights and practical wellness tools at its core. She is passionately dedicated to help women maintain consistency, enhance their physical activity, and uplift their overall quality of life.
Ray ‘Munchie’ Muskeyvalley, from Mount Clemens, Michigan, is a 40-year-old professional whose journey has taken him from the basketball court to the biomedical engineering lab. After a successful period as a college basketball player, Munchie transitioned into a role as a federal program manager, overseeing intricate systems for the Department of Defense for fifteen years.
Stephanie Pantoja, a 29-year-old wellness pioneer, is based in Atlanta, Georgia. She is the brain behind the virtual coaching brand ‘Thick & Fit’, through which, she empowers women across the globe to evolve into the strongest versions of themselves—a true example of leveraging technology for global wellness reach.
31-year-old Jessi Perna-Elias, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has an impressive résumé being a certified Pilates, barre, and dance instructor. With over 15 years imparting her knowledge properly and passionately; Jessi’s teaching methods have been impactful, transforming lives through the art of movement.
Finally, there’s Gina Pomponio, a 51-year-old fitness enthusiast from Scarsdale, New York. Gina believes in making each workout unique, blending multiple training styles to craft regimens focused on intentional movement and efficiency. Firm faith in the impact of a well-designed 30-minute workout defines Gina’s approach, setting her apart in individualized fitness training.