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Jay Dawes, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA, ASCA-Level 2, ACSM-HFS, ISAK-L1, is an Associate Professor of Strength and Conditioning and the Coordinator for Athletic Performance at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. He has worked as a strength/performance coach, personal trainer, educator, and post-rehabilitation specialist for over 18 years. Jay is currently the head strength and conditioning coach for the UCCS Men's and Women's Soccer teams, as well as the Women's Volleyball team....

Zero Gravity Float Company offers flotation therapy to the south hills of Pittsburgh. Book your float session to experience effortless relaxation like never before. Zero Gravity Float Company offers personal,

Dr. Guillermo Escalante received his undergraduate degree in Athletic Training and became a certified athletic trainer/strength and conditioning specialist. In 1999, Dr. Escalante completed an MBA with concentrations in Healthcare Management and Marketing. He returned to school in 2004 and completed a doctorate in Athletic Training with an emphasis in rehabilitation in 2012. Dr. Escalante is currently an assistant professor of Kinesiology at California State University San Bernardino and the COO...

Jay Dawes, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA, ASCA-Level 2, ACSM-HFS, ISAK-L1, is an Associate Professor of Strength and Conditioning and the Coordinator for Athletic Performance at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. He has worked as a strength/performance coach, personal trainer, educator, and post-rehabilitation specialist for over 18 years. Jay is currently the head strength and conditioning coach for the UCCS Men's and Women's Soccer teams, as well as the Women's Volleyball team....

Francie Desmone is an expert in women’s health specializing in Mastering Menopause. The owner of Navigating Wellness LLC, she works with women over 40 she treats hot flashes, insomnia, and weight gain. Clients have traveled hundreds of miles for her...

Sam Callan has a diverse background with a master's degree in exercise science (Georgia State University) along with a bachelor's degree in psychology (University of Georgia) and a master's degree in counseling and higher education administration (Appalachian State University). While in graduate school, Sam completed an internship with Jeff Galloway. Part of his internship involved coaching Jeff's "advanced" runners; these were runners who were seeking time goals such as qualifying for the Bosto...

North Park Trail Runners (NPTR) is a fast-growing group of individuals who share a passion for trail running. They share this passion with the community through their weekly organized runs that are open to anyone. Additionally,

Samantha Wood, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist and serves in the Army reserves. She coaches endurance athletes through Mito-Endurance Coaching, LLC and operates a cash-based physical therapy practice, Natural Performance Rehab, LLC in Colorado Springs, CO. For fun Sam runs ultras and Spartan races. Most recently she was a contestant in season 2 of NBC's "Spartan: Ultimate Team Challenge" and competes regularly with the All-Army Obstacle Course Racing team. ...

Menachem Brodie is the owner of Human Vortex Training; based in Tel Aviv, Israel, Coach Brodie works with athletes around the world, including: Pittsburgh, France, Belgium, and Israel. Coach Brodie (in his own words): Coaching since 2000,

Sam Callan has a diverse background with a master's degree in exercise science (Georgia State University) along with a bachelor's degree in psychology (University of Georgia) and a master's degree in counseling and higher education administration (Appalachian State University). While in graduate school, Sam completed an internship with Jeff Galloway. Part of his internship involved coaching Jeff's "advanced" runners; these were runners who were seeking time goals such as qualifying for the Bosto...

Brian Oswald is a Board Member of the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association and the chairperson of the Pittsburgh StepTrek, an urban hike through the South Side Slopes on the public steps held on the first Saturday of October every year.

Samantha Wood, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist and serves in the Army reserves. She coaches endurance athletes through Mito-Endurance Coaching, LLC and operates a cash-based physical therapy practice, Natural Performance Rehab, LLC in Colorado Springs, CO. For fun Sam runs ultras and Spartan races. Most recently she was a contestant in season 2 of NBC's "Spartan: Ultimate Team Challenge" and competes regularly with the All-Army Obstacle Course Racing team. ...

Becca Gregory (in her own words): In both my full-time and part-time jobs, I have been lucky enough to incorporate my true passion, indoor cycling. I work full-time for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) as a Campaign Specialist. My main event is the Race to Anyplace (a six-hour indoor cycling race), which takes place at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh on February 17, 2018. I also work on Over the Edge (our new rappelling event being held on September 29, 2017 at the Koppers Building in downtown Pi...

Brian Gearity, PhD, ATC, CSCS*D, RSCC, USAW, USATF level 3 sprints, is the founding Director and Assistant Professor of the Master of Arts in Sports Coaching program at the University of Denver. Dr. Gearity has been a strength and conditioning, speed coach or mental skills consultant for youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, including stops at the University of Tennessee and the Cleveland Indians. Dr. Gearity is Editor–in-Chief for NSCA Coach and is Associate Editor-in-Chief...

Hell on Hills, The World’s Steepest 5k, Bethany L. Ruhe, President & Executive Director & Melissa Harmon, Co-Director & Head of Community Outreach. Beechview, located minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh via the “T,” Pittsburgh’s trolley system, is home to a diverse population…and the steepest street in the world. The staggering 37% grade of Canton Ave is just part of a 5k course that climbs four of the biggest hills Pittsburgh has to offer. The 2nd annual Hell on Hills 5k takes place on Octobe...

Rick Howard, M.Ed., CSCS*D, USAW, is pursuing his doctoral degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Health Promotion and Wellness. He is an adjunct instructor at West Chester University and Rowan University. He is the Director of Fitness and Sports Performance at the Wilmington (DE) Country Club. Rick is the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Coordinator and Chair of the NSCA State and Provincial Director Program. He formed the NSCA ...

Frank Velasquez, Jr., ATC, CSCS, is the Director of Sports Performance at Allegheny Health Network (AHN). AHN Sports Performance & Physical Therapy has locations at Cool Springs in Bethel Park (South Hills of Pittsburgh) and at the Wexford Health + We...

Brian Gearity, PhD, ATC, CSCS*D, RSCC, USAW, USATF level 3 sprints, is the founding Director and Assistant Professor of the Master of Arts in Sports Coaching program at the University of Denver. Dr. Gearity has been a strength and conditioning, speed coach or mental skills consultant for youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, including stops at the University of Tennessee and the Cleveland Indians. Dr. Gearity is Editor–in-Chief for NSCA Coach and is Associate Editor-in-Chief...

Leslie J. Bonci, MPH, RD, CSSD, is the owner of Active Eating Advice – Be fit, fed and fearless! – a nutrition consulting company. She is a nutrition consultant for individuals as well as sports teams and industry clients.

Rick Howard, M.Ed., CSCS*D, USAW, is pursuing his doctoral degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Health Promotion and Wellness. He is an adjunct instructor at West Chester University and Rowan University. He is the Director of Fitness and Sports Performance at the Wilmington (DE) Country Club. Rick is the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Coordinator and Chair of the NSCA State and Provincial Director Program. He formed the NSCA ...

Welcome to the Inaugural episode of the Moving2Live (M2L) podcast. Give a listen to this brief overview about M2L- what we are and what to expect...If you understand that movement is part of what makes life complete then M2L is worth a listen. Coming next week, August 30- part 1 of our interview with Rick Howard, MEd, CSCS,*D (rihoward41). In the meantime, after listening to our Inaugural episode check out some interviews from our sister podcast FitLabPGH. As always- keep on moving. Contact Info...

Splash ‘n Dash K9 Sports is a non-profit dog training club promoting all aspects of canine sports by providing quality instruction, sanctioned canine sporting events, seminars, and dog related curriculum to their members and other dog enthusiasts in th...

LumberjAxes (in their own words): is Pittsburgh’s first competitive axe-throwing venue. Yes, competitive axe-throwing is a thing. It’s huge in Canada. At our rustic warehouse in Millvale, adults of all skill levels can try their hand at it. You and your friends, coworkers, wedding party, or knitting club get a lane and take turns throwing at a target. It’s sort of like bowling, but without the silly shoes. And with way more axes. Our expert staff aims to provide the ultimate axe-throwing experie...

Allegheny Mountain Rescue Group (AMRG) is an all-volunteer, non-profit search and rescue (SAR) team based in Pittsburgh that has offered support to government agencies responsible for lost- and injured-person incidents since 1985.