Personal Trainers
Michelle Kuhnen
Owner, PERSONAL TRAINER
With over 13 years of experience as a personal trainer in the Asheville area and former two-sport Division I Athlete (soccer and cross country), I take an individualized approach to fitness by implementing workout programs specific to each person’s goals and needs.
Injury, limitation, or nagging pain? I want to help you make fitness improvements you didn’t know possible. Throughout our time together, I will re-evaluate and adjust workouts to make sure you are constantly challenged and achieving results!
As an Exercise is Medicine® accredited personal trainer I have the knowledge and confidence to work with individuals with common chronic diseases or medical challenges. I also work with competitive athletes of all ages to improve agility, speed, and sport-specific athletic conditioning.
B.S. Degree in Exercise Science
Certified Personal Trainer- ACSM
Exercise is Medicine Level 1- ACSM
TRX Certified Instructor
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Alex Zierhut
PERSONAL TRAINER
A dedicated fitness coach with a profound belief in the power of combining exercise and nutrition to create a lifestyle that fosters not just physical well-being but an overall sense of vitality.
My passion lies in helping you discover the symbiotic relationship between exercise and nutrition, unlocking the full potential of your body and mind.
I don't just focus on lifting weights or counting calories; I tailor programs that address your unique needs. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, my approach is rooted in understanding your goals, lifestyle, and preferences.
Witness not only the physical transformations but also experience increased energy levels, mental clarity, and an enhanced overall quality of life. It's not just about looking good; it's about feeling fantastic from the inside out.
Together let's break barriers, surpass limits, and transform not just bodies but lives.
B.S. Degree in Health Science
Certified Personal Trainer- ACSM
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Zach Kovacs
PERSONAL TRAINER
With my degree in Exercise Science and various certifications, I'm passionate about helping others build a healthy lifestyle while achieving individual fitness goals at the same time. As a Corrective Exercise Specialist, I love seeing others achieve what they didn't know was possible. With each specialized training session, I will help you to reach your goals while enjoying it every step of the way!
I have worked with all ages, including many children and high school athletes inspiring to reach the next level in their sport. I have worked with seniors who want to ditch the walker and canes and move more efficiently. Or if you’re wanting to build muscle mass and decrease body fat, I cannot wait to get started with helping you reach your goals!
B.S. Degree in Exercise Science
Certified Personal Trainer- NASM
Corrective Exercise Specialist- NASM
Certified Silver Sneakers Instructor
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Grace Davies
PERSONAL TRAINER
As a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I am motivated to work with individuals on a personalized level. Every client is unique and every person’s body is different, so I approach fitness with strategy and individualized programming to help clients meet specific goals.
Though my clients come to me with various abilities and fitness goals, my specialty in prenatal and postnatal exercise allows me to help those individuals in a safe and very specific way they might not experience otherwise.
I'll help you master functional movements that will improve your strength and fitness and build a foundation for further gains. We will work together to create healthy habits for you that will make a difference in and out of the gym!
Certified Personal Trainer- ACE
Prenatal and Postnatal Specialist
PiYo Live Certified Instructor
Transform Life Certified Instructor
Mossa Group Power Certified Instructor
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Cliff Hanich
PERSONAL TRAINER
I awakened my passion for fitness through youth sports. I was never the biggest or the fastest, so worked hard to be one of the strongest. I learned to love the weight room. And I want to help you love it too.
There is a type of exercise out there for everyone - one that is beneficial and enjoyable to you Helping people to bring out the best in themselves excites me. Through the proper application of strength training principles, everyone’s quality of life can be improved. Whether it’s on the field, in the gym, or playing with your kids. And when your quality of life improves, your confidence soars.
I’ve mostly trained athletes, but I know how to work with all ages and backgrounds. I want to collaborate with you to create an individualized program that meets your goals. There is no “one size fits all plan” with me.
Let me help you change your life.
Certified Personal Trainer- NASM
Former Division I Rugby Athlete
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Drew Mallonee
PERSONAL TRAINER
As a group fitness instructor, certified personal trainer with a specialization in corrective exercise, and physical therapy technician, I've worked with a multitude of clients of varying fitness levels and goals over the years. The biggest commonality I've encountered is each person's desire to become a stronger, more functional, version of themselves. In that, I can help you succeed.
Whether you're looking to increase your muscle size, lose some weight, or simply strive to move functionally through your daily life, I can help. I believe exercise is the key to aging gracefully and it's never too late to start. If you feel intimidated by the thought of coming into the gym, know that we've all been there before and we all want you to succeed. I'm here to ensure that your transition into a seasoned fitness fanatic is as straightforward and enjoyable as possible!
Certified Personal Trainer- NASM, ACE
Corrective Exercise Specialist- NASM
A.A.S Health & Fitness Science
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Sky Sikkink
PERSONAL TRAINER
From a young age I was introduced to fitness through my dedication to sports. I had always loved the intensity and sense of accomplishment fitness gave me. My career as a personal trainer has included helping aging populations move better and increase their quality of life. Additionally coaching people in class settings through anaerobic, aerobic, strength, and endurance training using a variety of exercise equipment.
I take every client as they are and do my best to appropriately challenge them given their current injuries, exercise status, and goals.
As an olympic weightlifting athlete I am also passionate about helping people develop power and strength through weightlifting---whether this be for a specific sport, desiring to compete in olympic weightlifting, or just looking for something new to add to their exercise routine.
Certified Personal Trainer- NCSF
USA Weightlifting L1
Golds Studio Fit & Burn Certified
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
James Goodlatte
ONLINE PERSONAL TRAINER
As a full-time fitness professional & holistic health coach since 2000, my most powerful offerings have become Pre & Postnatal Fitness and Longevity.
As the education director at Fit For Birth, I have regularly helped pregnant women experience incredibly healthy pregnancies, minimize weight gain, and prepare for the challenging event of childbirth. With postpartum women, I use my insight of thousands of Fit For Birth graduates to help heal diastasis recti, end incontinence, quickly return to core & pelvic floor strength, and return to a body they love.
As a professional longevity researcher, I am super passionate in helping people know exactly what is needed in order to remain active without getting out of breath, end aches & pains without medication (sometimes in the first session), and remain fully independent all the way until we pass away peacefully in our sleep, one day long from now!
B.S. Degree in Kinesiology - UMCP
Certified Personal Trainer - NASM
CHEK Exercise Coach & Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Level 3
Fit For Birth Pre & Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist
Fit For Birth Pre & Postnatal Corrective Flexibility Specialist
Fit For Birth Pre & Postnatal Diastasis and Core Consultant