Exercise Staff
John, A.C.S.M. Exercise Specialist
Qualifications: John is a Professional Member in the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and certified as an ACSM Exercise Specialist. He graduated from the University of Central Michigan in 2002 with a major in health fitness and minor in nutrition. In addition, John is currently working in the Cardiac Rehabilitation department at St. John Hospital & Medical Center and helps assist with exercise training with the Preventive Cardiology Department.
John’s role at St. John Providence Weight Loss is to train adult and pediatric patients on safe and effective exercise techniques as well as, lead groups on topics that include sound exercise advise and education. He also offers individual personal training as desired.
Philosophy: John believes that change occurs in many stages. While doing these changes you should have fun and enjoy yourself. Exercise and diet are key factors to losing weight; however, weight loss needs to start with lifestyle changes. In addition, being around positive support groups will help you with accomplishing your changes, one stage at a time.