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Lindy Andersen
Health Technician
Offutt Air Force Base
2501 Capehart Road, Suite 1105
Offutt AFB, NE 68113-2160
Work phone: (402)294-5977
Email: lindy.Andersen@offutt.af.mil
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. Wayne Stage College/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Chuck Arnold
Executive Director
The Center
714 S. Main St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Work phone: (515) 323-5995
Email: carnold@cbiowa.com
Professional experience: 36 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Alabama/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Alabama/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Group Instructor/American College of Sports Medicine
Scott Atkins
Exercise Physiologist
Alegent Health Lakeside Wellness Center
16940 Lakeside Hills Plaza
Omaha, NE 68130-2925
Work phone: (402)758-5719
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Exercise Science
M.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Exercise Physiology
Ami Baas
Administrative Assistant/Exercise Specialist
Alegent Health Lakeside Wellness Center
16940 Lakeside Hills Plaza
Omaha, NE 68130
Work phone: (402)758-5708
Email: ah13050@navix.net
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. Iowa State University/Exercise Science
Tom Baechle
Professor/Chair
Creighton University
2500 California Avenue
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone: (402) 280-2485
Email: nsca-cc.org
Professional experience: 32 years
Credentials
B.S. Eastern Kentucky University/Physical Education & Health Education
Med University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Education & Physical Education
EdD University of South Dakota/Adult & Higher Education
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Exercise Test Technologist - American College of Sports Medicine
Rosemary W. Barta
K-12 Curriculum Facilitator
Millard Public Schools
Don Stroh Administration Bldg.
5606 South 147th Street
Omaha, NE 68137
Work phone: (402)895-8414
Email: rbarta@mpsomaha.org
Professional experience: 25 years
Credentials
B.A. Doane College/K-12 Physical Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Physical Education
Certifications
K-12 Physical Education Instructor - State of Nebraska
Dan Barton
Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
Creighton Preparatory High School
7400 Western Avenue
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)548-3841
Email: Dan-Barton@Creightonprep.creighton.edu
Professional experience: 15 years
Credentials
B.S. Dana College/Education
Pursuing M.A. Oregon State University/Creighton University/Education
Certifications
CSCS National Strength and Conditioning Association
USWF United States Weightlifting Federation
Dr. Kris Berg
Professor School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2670
Email: kberg@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 35 years
Credentials
B.S.University of Kansas/Physical Education/Biology(minor)
M.S. University of Kansas/Physical Education
Ed.D. University of Missouri/Exercise Physiology
Todd Berner
Personal Trainer/Wrestling Coach
Prairie Life Center/Lincoln Christian High School
8525 Q Street
Omaha, NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Email: nebhuskers@excite.com
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska Lincoln/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist National Strength & Conditioning Association
Kim Birkel
Program Director
Sarpy Community YMCA
1111 E. First Street
Papillion, NE 68046
Work phone: (402) 339-9861
Email: kbirkel@metroymca.org
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S.University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Certifications
Health and Fitness Instructor/American College of Sports Medicine
Lifeguard/YMCA of the USA
Amy Blackman
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Alegent Health-Immanuel Medical Center
6901 N. 72nd Street
Omaha, NE 68122
Work phone: (402) 572-2198
Email: ablackma@alegent.org
Professional experience: 1.5 years
Credentials
B.S.University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.S.(Working towards) University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health and Fitness Instructor/American College of Sports Medicine
Advanced Care Life Support/American Red Cross
Dr. Daniel Blanke
Director, School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2573
Email: dblanke@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 26 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse/Physical Education
M.S. University of Oregon/Anatomy, Growth & Development & Research
Ph.D. University of Oregon/Anatomy & Kinesiology
Dr. Anthony J. Bull
Assistant Professor
Creighton University
Exercise Science Department
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone:(402)280-2492
Email:
abull@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 9 years
Credentials
B.S. Nebraska Wesleyan University-Business
Administration/Accounting
M.P.E. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Physiology
Ph.D. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Physiology
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Thad Buster
Assistant Manager/Internships Coordinator
The Pinnacle Club
2027 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Work phone: (402)342-2582
Email: tbuster@scoular.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Exercise Science
Corey Cain
Program Director
Downtown Family YMCA
430 S. 20th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Work phone:(402)930-4340
Email: CCain@metroymca.org
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. Morningside College/Exercise Science
Certifications
NSCA Certified Persona Trainer
Jenna Christiansen
Senior Program Director
West YMCA
7502 Maple Street
Omaha, NE 68134
Work phone:(402)393-3700
Email: jchristiansen@metroymca.org
Professional experience: 8 years
Credentials
B.A. Dana College/Health, Physical Education & Athletic Training
M.S. Wayne State College/Wellness & Athletic Training
Certifications
BODYPUMP - Body training Systems
Personal Trainer/Instructor - YMCA
Sheila J. Cole
Wellness Representative
Central States Health & Life/Central States Indemnity
1212 North 96th Street
Omaha NE 68114
Work Phone: (402) 399-3329
Email:scole@cso.com
Professional experience: 9 years
Credentials
B.S. Northwest Missouri State University/Corporate Health Promotion
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Personal Trainer National Strength & Conditioning Association
Nick Cox
Fitness Specialist
Harris Health Trends-Mutual of Omaha
SP-Wellness Center
Mutual of Omaha
Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE
Work phone: (402)351-5566
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
David Daniels
Assistant Director-Fitness/Wellness
University of Nebraska at Omaha Campus Recreation
6001 Dodge Street, HPER 100
Omaha, NE 68182
Work phone: (402)554-2539
Email: David_Daniels@unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.A. Eastern College/Political Science
M.A. University of N.Colorado/Sports Administration
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise
Kathie Deja
Independent Consultant
SIRIUS Fitness
1323 Jackson Street, #407
Omaha NE 68102
Work phone: (402)934-5278
Email: kathie_deja@cox.net
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.A. Creighton University/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Health & Fitness Management
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Health Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Kelly Douglas
Sports Programming Director
United States Air Force
109 Grant Circle, Suite 101
OAFB, NE 68113-2084
Work phone: (402)294-5413
Email: kelly.douglas@offutt.af.mil
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
B.S. Bellevue University/Sports Management
Pursuing M.A. Bellevue University/Leadership
Jarod
Dowse
Exercise
Specialist
Nebraska Health System
98-7510 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-7510
Work phone: (402) 552-2775
Email: jdowse@nhsnet.org
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials:
B.A. Doane College/Athletic Training
M.A. University of Northern Colorado/Kinesiology
Certifications:
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - National
Strength and Conditioning Association
Athletic Trainers Certified (ATC) - National Athletic Trainers Association
Dr. Joan M. Eckerson
Associate Professor
Creighton University
Exercise Science Department
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone:(402)280-2090
Email: eckerson@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 10 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Fitness Leisure Management
M.A. California State University at Fresno/Exercise Science
Ph.D. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Physiology
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Dr. JoAnn Eickhoff-Shemek
Associate Professor
School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2670
Email: jeickhoffshemek@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 28 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Physical Education
M.P.E. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Physical Education
Ph.D. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Administration, Curriculum and Instruction
Certifications
Health/Fitness Director - American College of Sports Medicine
Exercise Test Technologist - American College of Sports Medicine
Teri Erickson
Exercise Specialist
Cardiac Center of Creighton University
3006 Webster Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Work phone: (402)280-4109
Email: tlerick@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.S. Winona State University/Exercise Science &Cardiac Rehab
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Exercise Specialist - American College of Sports Medicine
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Shandalle Fertig
Exercise Physiologist
Creighton Unviersity Bone Metabolism Unit
601 North 30th Street, Suite 6712
Omaha NE 68131
Work Phone: (402) 280-5282
Email:sfertig@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.S. University of Alabama/Exercise Physiology
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor American College of Sports Medicine
Instructor/Personal Trainer - Aquatic Exercise Association
Nancy Fischer
President
Workout, Inc.
1040 South 74th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)393-3077
Email: workoutinc@aol.com
Professional experience: 15 years
Credentials
B.S.
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Elite Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise
Howie Halperin
Executive Director
Wellness Center of the Midlands
3534 S 108th Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)390-8347
Email: hhalperin@westside66.org
Professional experience: 20 years
Credentials
B.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Physical Education
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Jeannie Hannan
Instructor
Nebraska Methodist College
8501 West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)354-4933
Email: jhannan@methodistcollege.edu
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
Health Promotion Specialist Certificate - Nebraska Methodist College
B.S. Bellevue University/Management of Human Resources
M.S. Nebraska Methodist College/Health Promotion w/ emphasis in Human Resources Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Director - American College of Sports Medicine
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Renee Hardester
Owner
Fit In The City
3110 JoAnn Avenue
Bellevue, NE 68123
Work phone: (402) 293-1023
Email: fitinthecity@aol.com
Professional experience: 15 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Minnesota/Exercise Science &Business
Certifications
AFAA Aerobic Fitness Association of America
AEA Aquatic Exercise Association
Chris Harter
Wellness Program Manager
Mutual of Omaha
SP-Wellness Center
Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE 68175
Work phone: (402)351-2558
Email: chris.harter@mutualofomaha.com
Professional experience: 12 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Certifications
Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician-NFTSA
Jaime Hogg
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. Creighton University/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer National Sports & Conditioning Association
Group Fitness Instructor American Council on Exercise
Joe Hurley
Strength & Wellness Coordinator
G.O.A.L. & Gross High School
7700 South 43rd Street
Omaha NE 68147
Work Phone: (402) 734-2000
Email:jhurley@hotmail.com
Professional experience: 6 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Lincoln/Community Health
Certifications
Club Coach Certified - USA Weightlifting
Kenton Huyser
Personal Trainer
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Northwestern College/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist National Strength & Conditioning Association
Laura Imig
Site Coordinator
Alegent Health
P.O. Box 34439
Omaha, NE 68134
Work phone: (402)572-2900
Email: limig@alegent.org
Professional experience: 13 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Minnesota/Physical Education
M.S. Indiana University/Athletic Training
Certifications
Certified Athletic Trainer - National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification
Marcy Jameson
Exercise Physiologist
Offutt AFB
55AMDS/SGP2
2501 Capehart Road, Suite 1105
Bellevue Offutt NE, NE 68113-2160
Work phone: (402)294-5977
Email: marcy.jameson@offutt.af.mil
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. Nebraska Wesleyan University
M.S. Nebraska Methodist Nursing College/Health Promotion & Human Resource Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Angie Jenson
Wellness Manager
Immanuel Health Systems
522 West Lincoln Street
Papillion, NE 68046
Work phone: (402)597-9321
Email: ajenson@ihsi.org
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Fitness Specialist - YMCA
Craig Johnson
Wellness Coordinator
Duncan Aviation
Lincoln Airport, P.O. Box 81887
Lincoln, NE 68501
Work phone: (402)479-4154
Email: craig.johnson@duncanaviation.com
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. Nebraska Wesleyan University/Exercise Science
Pursuing M..A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Katy Johnson
Fitness Center Director
Prairie Life Center
2275 South 132nd Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)691-8546
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Exercise Science
Rev. Dan Johnston
Health Ministry Coordinator
Methodist Health System
8401 West Dodge Road, Suite 225
Omaha, NE 68114
Work
phone: (402)354-6157
Email: hlthmin@nmhs.org
Professional experience: 5
years
Credentials
A.A. Hesston College
B.A. Eastern Mennonite University/Religion
M.Div. Candidate Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary/Pastoral, Leadership & Spiritual
Certifications
Ordained Clergy - Mennonite Church,
USA
Health Ministry
Kerry Jonas
Wellness Coordinator
Immanual Health Systems
522 West Lincoln Street
Papillion, NE 68046
Work phone: (402)597-9321
Email: kjonas@ihsi.org
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.A. Central College/Physical Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Elizabeth Kersigo
Fitness Specialist
Harris Healthtrends
Mutual of Omaha
3333 Farnam Street
Omaha, NE 68175
Work phone: (402)351-5566
Email: BethKersigo@MutualofOmaha.com
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Creighton University-Exercise Science
Certifications
Group Fitness Instructor - National Dance & Exercise Instruction Training Association
Jessica Klein
Exercise Science Instructor
Creighton University
CU-Exercise Science
Kiewit Fitness Center, Room 284
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone: (402)280-2089
Email: pshs97@yahoo.com
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Creighton University-Exercise Science
Pursuing Ph.D. Creighton University/Physical Therapy
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Kris Klein
Wellness Center Manager
Mutual of Omaha/Harris Health Trends Inc
SP-Wellness Center
Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE 68175
Work phone: (402)351-3199
Email: kris.klein@mutualofomaha.com
Professional experience: 14 years
Credentials
B.A. Creighton University/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Group Fitness Instructor - National Dance & Exercise Instruction Training Association
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Jamie Kluthe
Personal Trainer
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Nutrition & Food Sciences
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer National Sports & Conditioning Association
Tanya Lager
Wellness Coordinator
Immanual Health Systems
Lakeside Village
17475 Frances Street
Omaha, NE 68130
Work phone: (402)932-9506 ext 160
Email: tlager@ihsi.org
Professional experience: 12 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Dr. Rick Latin
Dr. Joseph A. Leutzinger
Program Director
Union Pacific Railroad
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-5814
Email: jaleutzijaleutzi@up.com
Professional experience: 14 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Ph.D. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Health Education
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Health/Fitness Director - American College of Sports Medicine
Sharon Lindstrom
Fitness Trainer/Youth Sports Instructor
Jewish Community Center
333 South 132nd Street
Omaha, NE 68154
Work phone: (402)334-6423
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Theresa Martinez
Fitness Program Manager
Department of Defense
55AMDS/SGP2
2501 Capehart Road, Suite 1I05
Offutt AFB, NE 68113-2160
Work phone: (402)232-4300
Email: theresa.martinez@offutt.af.mil
Professional experience: 10 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Ben Matiyow
Program Manager
Union Pacific Railroad/MediFit. Inc.
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-2184
Email: blmatiyo@up.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of South Dakota/Recreation
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
High School Athletic Coach - Iowa High School Athletic Association
Kristi Maupin
Personal Trainer
The Workout, Inc.
1040 South 74th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)393-3077
Professional experience: 8 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Elise M. McHatton
Fitness Director
Better Bodies, Inc.
4117 South 120th Street
Omaha, NE 68137
Work phone: (402)333-5001
Email: bbstaff@betterbodies-omaha.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Heidi McLaughlin
Health/Fitness Specialist
Union Pacific
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-2206
Email: hsmclaug@up.com
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength and Conditioning Association
Sue Mehaffey
Supervisor Physical Education & Athletics
Omaha Public Schools
3215 Cuming Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Work phone: (402)557-2448
Email: mehaffes@ops.org
Professional experience: 32 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/K-12 Teaching
M.S. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Pedagogy w/emphasis in Exercise Science
Teresa Merrick
Fitness Professional
24 Hour Fitness & Self-employed
804 Tara Plaza
Papillion, NE 68046
Work phone: (402) 331-7333 (24 hr fitness) or (402)292-3048
(private clients)
Email: SAM68123@cox.net
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.A University of Maryland/Computer Studies
M.A University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Michael Messerole
Instructor
University of Nebraska at Omaha
HPER 207W
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402)554-3253
Email: mmesserole@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 14 years
Credentials
B.A. University of Northern Iowa/Physical Education Teaching (K-12)
M.S. University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse/Human Performance
Ed.D Candidate University of Northern Colorado/Physical Education Pedagogy
Jeanine Mimick
Wellness Coordinator
Methodist Health System
8511 West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)354-4908
Email: jmimick@nmhs.org
Professional experience: 16 years
Credentials
B.S. Emporia State University/Recreation Therapy
M.S. Nebraska Methodist College/Health Promotion
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Therapeutic - National Council of Therapeutics
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation
Health Promotion Specialist - Methodist College
Lana Molczyk
Project Coordinator
University of Nebraska Medical Center - Olson Center for Women's Health
983255 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha NE 68198-3255
Work Phone: (402) 559-6345
Email:ljmolczy@unmc.edu
Professional experience: 20 years
Credentials
B.A. Chadron State College/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska-Omaha/Physical Education & Biology
Geri A. Moore
Faculty, Director of the Fitness Testing Laboratory
Creighton University
2500 California Plaza, KFC
Omaha, NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 280-2494
Email: gmoore@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 13 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Exercise Specialist - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Dr. Margaret (Peg) Naylon
Coordinator of Physical Education & Athletics
Omaha Public Schools
3215 Cuming Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Work phone: (402)557-2449
Email: naylon@ops.org
Professional experience: 23 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Physical Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Education Administration
Ed.D. University of Nebraska at Omaha & University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Educational Administration
Jayme Nekuda
Manager, Health Promotion
University of Nebraska Medical Center
985530 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-5530
Work phone: (402)559-8448
Email: jnekuda@unmc.edu
Professional experience: 13 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Textiles, Clothing, Design
M.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Human Nutrition
Pursuing PhD. University of Nebraska/Community & Human Resources
Certifications
Health Promotion Specialist - Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
Dayle Nervig
Aquatic Director
Prairie Life Center
2275 South 132nd Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)691-8546
Professional experience: 10 years
Credentials
B.S. Northern Illinois University/Aquatics
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha
Certifications
Aquatic Fitness Instructor - Aquatic Exercise Association
Aquatic Personal Trainer - Aquatic Exercise Association
Angela Nichols
Youth Sports Coordinator
Downtown YMCA
430 S. 20th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Work Phone: (402) 341-1600, ex. 4105
Email: anichols@metroymca.org
Health/Fitness
Instructor YMCA
Group Cycling YMCA
Professional experience: 1 year
BS University of NE @ Lincoln
John Noble
Assistant Professor
School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2670
Email: jnoble@unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 6 years
Mike Noble
Health & Fitness Supervisor
Jewish Community Center
333 South 132nd Street
Omaha, NE 68154
Work phone: (402)334-6422
Email: mnoble@Jewishomaha.org
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
B.S. Morningside College/Education
Satoshi Ochi
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach/Exercise Science Instructor
Creighton University
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone: (402)280-4746
Email: sochi@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
B.A. Creighton University/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Kelly Parr
Wellness Coordinator
First National Bank
1620 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Work phone: (402)341-0500
Email: kparr@fnni.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Business Administration
M.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Nutritional Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Registered Dietician - American Dietetic Association
Peter Pellerito
Fitness Specialist
University of Nebraska Medical Center
985530 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-5530
Work phone: (402)559-5253
Email: ppelleri@unmc.edu
Professional experience: 10 years
Credentials
B.G.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Physical Education
Pursuing M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Rick Pruch
Recreation Coordinator
University of Nebraska Medical Center
985530 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-5530
Work phone: (402)559-8422
Email: rpruch@unmc.edu
Professional experience: 19 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Criminal Justice
Pursuing M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Recreation Administration
Cully Reinert
Personal Trainer
Personalized Fitness & Nutrition
15117 Industrial Road
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)445-0033
Email: cully@personalizedFitness.com
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Morningside College/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Linda Robicheau
Fitness Director
The Center
714 S. Main St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Work phone: (515) 323-5995
Email: lrobicheau@cbiowa.com
Professional experience: 25 years
Credentials
A.S. Iowa Western Community College/Human Resource Management
Certifications
Fitness Instructor/Aerobic-Fitness Association of America
Kristen Rock
Health and Fitness Director
Council Bluffs-YMCA
#7 South 4th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Work phone: (712)322-6606 ext. 16
Email: krock@metroymca.org
Professional experience: 8 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science & Psychology
Certifications
Personal Trainer - YMCA
Group Exercise Instructor Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
Dani Ronk
Exercise Specialist
Creighton Cardiac Center
3006 Webster Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Work phone: (402)280-4357
Email: djronk@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. South Dakota State University/Health Promotion
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Basic Life Support Instructor - American Heart Association
Nebraska Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Network
Exercise
Specialist - American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Rebecca Rosso
Program Manager
Medifit Corporate Services @ Union Pacific Railroad
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-3473
Email: RLRosso@up.com
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Exercise Science &Gerontology
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health & Fitness Management
Sharon Rowe
Pilates Instructor/Health & Fitness Instructor
Body by Rowe
1423 North 130th Street
Omaha, NE 68154
Work phone: (402)493-0934
Email: SharonJRowe1@aol.com
Professional experience: 20 years
Credentials
B.A. Westmar College/Applied Art &Business
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Recreation Therapy & Gerontology
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Public Health Education
Certifications
Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise
Pilates Instructor - The Pilates Coach Method of the Millenium
Justin Rudigek
Personal Trainer
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 6 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska - Lincoln/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist National Strength & Conditioning Association
Dr. Kay Ryan
Professor and Chair of Health Promotion
Nebraska Methodist College
8501 West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)354-4953
Email: kryan@methodistcollege.edu
Professional experience: 30 years
Credentials
R.N. Methodist College/Nursing
B.S. College of St. Francis/Health Studies
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Ph.D. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/CHR
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Cheryl Schaeffer
Personal Trainer
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor American College of Sports Medicine
Lisa J. Schroeder
ACSM Exercise Specialist
1411 North 123rd Street
Omaha, NE 68154
Work phone: (402)491-0335
Email: ljschro@ne.uswest.net
Professional experience: 12 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Fitness & Leisure Management
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Exercise Specialist - American College of Sports Medicine
Susan Selde
Instructor
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2670
Email: sselde@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 16 years
Credentials
B.S.University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Elementary Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Learning Disabilities
Certifications
Health and Fitness Instructor/American College of Sports Medicine
Aerobic Instructor/ACE
Sandy Skradski
Exercise Physiologist
Methodist Hospital-Cardiopulmonary Rehab
8303 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)354-5205
Email: sskrads@nmhs.org
Professional experience: 8 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Susan Smisek
RN, Community Networking Manager
Methodist Health System
8401 West Dodge Road, Suite 225
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)343-0465
Email: ssmisek@nmhs.org
Professional experience: 27 years
Credentials
R.N. Methodist School of Nursing
B.S. Methodist College of Nursing/Allied Health
M.S. Methodist College of Nursing/Health Promotion & Human Resource Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Health Promotion Specialist - Methodist College of Nursing
Kristine Sorenson
Health and Fitness Specialist
Medifit Corporation/Union Pacific Railroad
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-2074
Email: FitnessCenter@up.com
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
A.A. Metropolitan Community College/General Education
B.S. Peru State College/Sports Management
M.A. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Exercise Science
Michelle Spetman
Health Promotion Coordinator
Nebraska Health System (NHS)
987510 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-7510
Work phone: (402)552-2775
Email: mspetman@nhsnet.org
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Biology
B.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/General Science
M.S. University of Iowa-Exercise Science/Sports Medicine
Certifications:
First Aid/CPR Instructor - American Red Cross
Dr. Nick Stergiou
Coordinator of the HPER Biomechanics Laboratory
School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402) 554-2670
Email: nstergiou@mail.unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 11 years
Credentials
B.S. Aristotle University of Thessaloniui, Greece/Physical Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Ph.D. University of Oregon/Biomechanics
Michelle Streif
Hillary Struck
Exercise Physiologist
Alegent Health Lakeside Wellness Center/Power Wellness, Inc.
16940 Lakeside Hills Plaza
Omaha, NE 68116
Work phone: (402)758-5700
Email: hillarystruck@hotmail.com
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.A. University of Northern Iowa/Health Promotion, Wellness & Womens Health
Roger Suelter
Certified Personal Trainer
6010 South 175th Avenue Circle
Omaha, NE 68135
Work phone: (402)659-4625
Professional experience: 16 years
Credentials
B.S. Kearney State College/Business
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Maggie Sweigart
AgeWell Manager
Immanual Health Systems
6801 North 67th Plaza, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68152
Work phone: (402)829-3205
Email: msweigar@ihsi.org
Professional experience: 15 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Houston/Health Leisure & Sport
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health, Physical Education & Recreation & Therapeutic Recreation
Certifications
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - National Council on Therapeutic Recreation
American Council on Exercise
Stacie Vainiunas
Fitness Specialist
Mutual of Omaha (Harris Health Trends)
SP-Wellness Center
Mutual of Omaha
Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE 68175
Work phone: (402)351-5566
Email: Stacie.vainiunas@mutualofomaha.com
Professional experience: 3 years
Credentials
B.Ed. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Kristina Volkmer
Health/Fitness Specialist
Union Pacific
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-2074
Email: fitnesscenter@UP.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Exercise Science
Kimberlee Wand
Wellness/Fitness Specialist
Healthbreak @ Corps of Engineers
222 South 15th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Work phone: (402) 221-4215
Email: Omaha.fitness@nwo02.usace.army.mil
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Fitness & Leisure Management
Certifications
Health/Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Mike Wanetka
Health Promotion Manager
Nebraska Health System
987510 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-7510
Work phone: (402)552-3453
Email: mwanetka@uhsnet.org
Professional experience: 6 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Dietetics
M.S. University of Nebraska at Lincoln/Dietetics &Exercise Physiology
Certifications
Registered Dietitian - American Dietetic Association
Treavor Wragge
Prairie Life Center
8525 Q Street
Omaha NE 68127
Work phone: (402) 537-0430
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Exercise Science & Wellness
Certifications
Certified Strength & Conditioniong Specialist National Strength & Conditioning Association
Jennifer C. Yee
Instructor/Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach
Creighton University
2500 California Plaza, KFC Room 234
Omaha, NE 68178
Work phone: (402)280-2947
Email: yeenscapt@yahoo.com
Professional experience: 5 years
Credentials
B.A. Creighton University/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist - National Strength & Conditioning Association
Bill Ziegmann
Fitness Director
S/SW YMCA
13010 Atwood Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402) 334-8487
Email: bziegmann@metroymca.org
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
B.S. University of Northern Iowa/Community Recreation, Fitness & Sports
Certifications
Personal Trainer - YMCA of the USA
Group Exercise Instructor - YMCA of the USA
Nancy Brown
Coordinator of Health Promotions
Nebraska Methodist College
8501 West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402) 354-4988
Email: nbrown@methodistcollege.edu
Professional experience: 1 year
Credentials
RN Milwaukee County General Hospital School of Nursing/Nursing
HPS Nebraska Methodist College/Health Promotion
B.S. Nebraska Methodist College/Health Studies
Certifications
RN Nebraska
Mark Clausen
Program Manager
Medifit Corporate Services, Inc.
Union Pacific Railroad
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-5824
Email: maclause@up.com
Professional experience: 11 years
Credentials
B.S. Iowa State University/Physical Education, Exercise Science & Health Education
Tim Ford
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Nebraska Health Center Diabetes Center
987597 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-7597
Work phone: (402)552-6111
Email: tcford@nhsnet.org
Professional experience: 6 years
Credentials
B.S.
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Ph.ED Brock University/Physical Education
Certifications
Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist - American College of Sports Medicine
Certified Diabetes Educator - American Association of Diabetes Educators
Jillian Golden
Assistant Program Manager
Medifit Corporate Services
Union Pacific Railroad
Health Promotion Division
1416 Dodge Street, Room 101
Omaha, NE 68179
Work phone: (402)271-2442
Email: jmgolden@up.com
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney/Fitness & Leisure Management
Pursuing M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Fitness & Wellness Management
Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength and Conditioning Association
Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Ed Heller
Fitness Trainer
Jewish Community Center
333 South 132nd Street
Omaha, NE 68154
Work phone: (402) 334-6423
Email: eheller@jewishomaha.org
Professional experience: 4 years
Credentials
B.S. Iowa State University/Exercise & Sport Science
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Jamie Hillwick
Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Nebraska Medical Center
982465 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198
Work phone: (402) 559-7396
Email: jhillwick@unmc.edu
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Pursuing M.S. University of Nebraska at OmahaExercise Science
David Hunnicutt
President
Wellness Council of America
9802 Nichols Street, Suite 315
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402) 827-3590
Email: wellworkplace@welcoa.org
Years of professional experience in the field:
Credentials
B.A. Concordia College/Health
M.S. North Dakota State University/Education
Ph.D. University of New Mexico/Sport Management
Kathy A. Knudsen
President
HEALTHBREAK, Inc.
6552 East Freeport Drive
Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80130-3339
Work phone: (720)344-9507
Email: healthbreak_inc@msn.com
Professional experience: 16 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science & Corporate Fitness Management
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Sue Mehaffey
Supervisor Physical Education & Athletics
Omaha Public Schools
3215 Cumming Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Work phone: (402)557-2448
Email: mehaffes@ops.org
Professional experience: 32 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Education
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Pedogogy & Exercise Science
Josie Metal-Corbin
Professor, School of HPER
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68182-0216
Work phone: (402)554-2670
Email: jmetal-corbin@unomaha.edu
Professional experience: 35 years
Credentials
B.S. Slippery Rock University/Health & Physical Education
M.Ed. University of Pittsburgh/Choreography
Certifications
Master Teacher - Teaching Elementary Physical Education
Master Certificate in Gerontology - University of Nebraska at Omaha
Kathy Nellor
Every-1 Coordinator
Westside Community Schools
3534 South 108th Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)390-8321
Email: knellor@westside66.org
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.S. Wayne State College/Wellness & Exercise Science
Toni Nichols
Outpatient Dietitian
Alegent Health Lakeside Wellness Center
17030 Lakeside Hills Plaza
Omaha, NE 68130-2325
Work phone: (402)758-5708
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.S. Iowa State University/Dietetics
Certifications
Registered Dietitian - American Dietetic Association
Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist - Nebraska Dietetic Association
Dawn Obermiller
Account Manager/Program Director
HEALTHBREAK, Inc.
1314 Douglas Street - Fitness Center
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402)422-3564
Email: dobermi@qwest.com
Professional experience: 15 years
Credentials
B.S. Elmira College/Health & Fitness Management
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Health Fitness Instructor - American College of Sports Medicine
Patrick Pilege
Owner/Personal Trainer
Athletic Edge Personal Training
3712 South 153rd Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402)955-0152
Email: ppilege@aol.com
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - National Strength and Conditioning Association
Certified Personal Trainer - National Strength and Conditioning Association
Lisa M. Shimerdla
Fitness Specialist
Harris Health Trends/Mutual of Omaha
Mutual of Omaha-SP Wellness Center
Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE 68175
Work phone: (402)351-5566
Email: Lisa.Shimerdla@mutualofomaha.com
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. Iowa State University/Exercise Science
Certifications
Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Sandy Talbott
Exercise Physiologist
Methodist Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
8303 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68114
Work phone: (402) 354-4190
Email: stalbott62@hotmail.com
Professional experience: 6 years
Credentials
B.S.Wayne
State College/Biology
M.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Exercise Science
Certifications
Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist - American College of Sports Medicine
Rebecca Vinton Dorn
Assistant Executive Director
Wellness Council of the Midlands
3534 South 108th Street
Omaha, NE 68144
Work phone: (402) 390-8346
Email: bdorn@westside66.org
Professional experience: 7 years
Credentials
B.A. University of South Dakota/English
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha/Health Education
Melissa Young
Fitness Specialist
Alegent Health Lakeside Wellness Center/Power Wellness
16940 Lakeside Hills Plaza
Omaha NE 68130
Work Phone: (402) 758-5700
Email:mkempke@creighton.edu
Professional experience: 2 years
Credentials
B.S. Creighton University/Exercise Science & Psychology
Pursuing M.A. Creighton University/Health Service Administration
Certifications