What is your favorite part about WERKING at SPENGA?
I love the community that has been built. When you walk in the studio you feel the positive energy. The members show up and work hard and get into the workouts which just amps it up to the next level.

What is your favorite format to teach?
EMOM, (every minute on the minute). For 20 minutes straight in essence you can be non stop pushing your body and mind past what you thought you could do.

What made you get involved in fitness or instructing?
Following a bout with cancer and then a broken foot. I made a comeback and qualified and competed in 2016 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. As part of my Ironman journey I began teaching indoor cycling classes in 2016. My passion for racing and training led me to become an Ironman Certified coach which then opened the door to fitness instructing. My goal is to help others be the best version of themselves and overcome personal obstacles. Anything is possible if we give ourselves the time to “tri” :)

Where can we find you when you are not at SPENGA?
Spending time with my family and friends. Tyler is finishing his first year at UC for nursing and Sydney is finishing her junior year of high school. My husband Gene and I are going on 21 years of marriage. We have been doing different activities and finding ways to spend more time with them to just make amazing memories with them before they move on to the next phase of their lives. When not spending time with the kids, I love to run and bike. Working out really is just a part of my everyday routine and it grounds me and clears my head every morning before I start the day. I also work at Mason High School with special needs students as a speech language pathologist. It is such an incredible thing to see a student make the connection we are working on and find their voice.

What is your fav go to snack/meal after a SPENGA werkout?
I try to get protein in after to refuel myself. If I can’t get a meal in, my go to snack is protein peanut butter fluff that I make with Fage yogurt, peanut butter, PB2 and Monk sweetener. Fills me up and is so good.

What song get’s you hyped?
My favorite songs are the ones that you hear that you feel inside you, that move you and drive you to go harder and faster. The songs that have that beat that your body starts to automatically fall into. I have too many of these songs that fill this for me to name just one and they can span from 80’s rock to present day alternative music.

I joined spenga in June 2024. I fell in love with Spenga after my first session. I became a Spenga instructor in October 2024.

My favorite part of working at SPENGA?

My favorite part about working at SPENGA is the people. Everyone is so kind and so welcoming, it feels like I have a second family. I love the positivity and energy i receive for staff and members!

Favorite format?

My favorite format is shadow boxing. It is a great way to meet new people and engage with other members, as you have to be in sync with your partner across from you. Shadow boxing motivates you to push through the work out and get it done!

What made you get involved in fitness or instructing?

Growing up in sports my whole life has really had a big influence on why I am so passionate about fitness. I am a former BIG 10 collegiate athlete and believe that fitness is truly important.

Where can I be found?

I can be found in the gym haha I love working out, I mainly do a lot of heavy lifting in the gym. I spend most of my time with my family at home with my 2 beautiful baby girls(Mahoagny & Malani) and amazing fiancé.

After a workout snack?

After a workout, I love drinking gatorade. I usually like to eat something quick and on the go after I workout. Anything with rice or fries sounds appetizing after a workout.

My guilty pleasures?

I love eating steak and drinking Shirley temples. If I had to pick one meal to eat for the rest of my life, it would be steak and loaded mashed with a Shirley temple. My fiancé and I also love to play board games, like Monopoly, Yahtzee, Uno and Spades. I love a good board/card game.

Songs that get me hyped?

I love music with nice beats to ride to. I like to play hip hop and pop songs. You may even catch me jamming out to my music because it’s so good lol.

I found Spenga in October of 2022 and fell in love with the atmosphere of encouragement, strength and celebration within the community of members and staff. The CREW as we say! I have an extensive fitness background being a trainer and a competitive bodybuilder but never had I experienced such a balanced format such as Spenga. After my very first session I was hooked and knew I needed to be a part of it all. I immediately came on as a member of the crew at the front desk and joined the very next Instructor training class available. In January 2023 I came on as an Instructor and have never stopped loving every minute of it.

What is your favorite part about WERKING at SPENGA?

The community of course. Every werkout feels like a party with your closest friends and yet you’ll also finish feeling stronger and ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. I enjoy giving members an experience that leaves them feeling empowered, triumphant and stronger than when they first arrived. It’s my mission to make the 60 mins we spend together in session, the best hour of their day.

How would you describe your music selection?

Spenga sessions are all about ENERGY and building a confident YOU so I like to ensure my music reflects that. I love hard hitting bass, building beat drops, and I’m always on the hunt for hot remixes. I love all music genres and you’ll hear everything ranging from EDM Dance music and alternative rock to inspiring gospel and R&B to country and classic rock.

Where can we find you when you are not at SPENGA?

My two teen boys keep me busy with their sporting activities, so on the weekends you’ll usually find me at the ball field. I also enjoy being outside and enjoy quiet evenings in the yard fireside or in the kitchen exploring new recipes.

You can find me on Instagram and Spotify @fitbody513

Favorite format?

I love REP and classic Spenga!

What made you get involved in fitness or instructing?

After playing college soccer (BOILER UP!) I wanted to stay in around fitness with a team environment.

Where can I be found?

Lifting 💪

After a workout?

Getting some Dunkin’ Donuts coffee

My guilty pleasures?

Donuts and pie and pizza!

Songs that get me hyped?

I love everything! Pop, country, rap, 80’s

Favorite modality and why?

(Spin, strength or yoga, or both, or all)!  I love all three, but my love love love is strength.

Fave pump up music or song?
If you’ve taken several sessions of mine, you know music is what excites me. I love member requests for special milestones because I know it’s what will get them pumped up.

Personally, MY favorite to workout to is easily 90s and 2000s hip hop. ;) a good beat drop gets me going.

My guilty pleasures?
Nothing better than a warm cinnamon roll or red wine.

Where can I be found after a workout?
I have a husband, Tyler, and two boys (my turkeys), Beckett (5) and Lincoln (3). We love being outdoors, specifically Kings Island in the summer, or at the pool with our family and friends. I love game night- euchre… really any card game, or other fun games like taboo, catch phrase, etc. We get a little competitive in our house. :)