Meet the Team

The Transformation

The summer between his sophomore and junior year he went from 260 lbs to 185 lbs by sticking to a strict exercise routine. With this physical transformation of himself and new found confidence, he quickly changed his career path towards the health and fitness field.

Tony graduated from UW LaCrosse with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a minor in nutrition and strength and conditioning. This education was able to bring him all over the United States while he worked with everyone from professional athletes to brand new fitness clients.

Creating Toned Body Fitness

Since bringing his talents to the Milwaukee area, he's been fully engulfed in the health and wellness field for 10+ years. His passion for the field and for his clients' success shines through each and every time he works with clients and trainers.

Tony had an opportunity to start his own business and created Toned Body Fitness, Milwaukee's first and only All-Inclusive health and wellness facility! Don't miss an opportunity to stop in and meet him in person if you're struggling to reach your fitness goals or if you just want to take your training to the next level!

Certifications & Background

• Certified 200hr yoga teacher
• BA in Finance and Banking Science
• Personal Chef
• Masseuse in Indonesian style massage

A Journey of Discovery

Zeus has always been curious about the world and other cultures. Coming from a small country (Jordan), it was her dream to travel and find herself. After leaving Jordan and joining the Airline in the United Arab Emirates for 4 years, she was blessed to travel over 70 countries experiencing their culture, food and historical places.

The Far East was her all-time favorite place as she fell in love with the land and their humble people, tasty food and healthy lifestyle. At that time she realized that's what she was looking for - that lifestyle and that peace of mind. That's when she decided to come to America and find her American dream.

Zeus got her yoga training in Boca Raton, FL. She has been teaching private/group yoga classes ever since. As she says, every time she teaches a class she still gets butterflies and a calm, satisfying feeling when she looks at how good she made her students feel. By doing yoga she found the lifestyle she wanted - being strong and feeding the mind with positive energy.

Schooling

I graduated from the University of Illinois Springfield with a Bachelor of Business Administration, majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing.

Why I Got Into the Fitness Field

What drew me to Toned Body Fitness was the opportunity to be part of something that truly makes a difference in people's lives. Fitness is about much more than physical results. It is about building confidence, improving overall well-being, and creating a supportive community. I am excited to be part of a company that shares those values and to contribute to the continued growth and success of a brand that has already built such a strong foundation.

How I Hope to Make an Impact

As Operations Director, my goal is to create an exceptional experience for everyone who walks through our doors. I want our members to feel welcomed, supported, and inspired from the moment they arrive. I also hope to empower our staff by providing the resources and support they need to succeed while continuing to build on the strong culture and foundation that Toned Body Fitness has already created.

My goal is to help strengthen the member experience, support our team, and contribute to the continued growth and success of Toned Body Fitness and the communities we serve.

Fun Facts About Me

• I was born and raised in Illinois and grew up in a military family. While my dad was deployed to many different places throughout his career, I had the opportunity to visit several of his bases across the country and experience different parts of the United States.
• During my sophomore year of high school, I had the opportunity to participate in a mission trip to El Salvador. That experience had a lasting impact on me and shaped the way I view community, service, and the importance of creating meaningful connections with others.
• I have a two-year-old cat named Arlo, who keeps me laughing and always has a big personality.
• I love spending time with friends and family, whether that is trying new restaurants, attending festivals, concerts, sporting events, or exploring everything our community has to offer.
• I enjoy meeting new people and building genuine relationships, which is one of the things I am most excited about as part of the Toned Body Fitness community.

Education & Philosophy

I studied at the National University of Puerto Rico, and I have my L1 CrossFit certification too. This prepared me for the fitness life that awaited me, which has been key to creating the best version of myself as a person and professional.

I want to give you my knowledge and my motivation to inspire you to be your best version and for it not to be just an exercise, but a good lifestyle and health. So, GIVE ME YOUR BEST!

Beyond the Gym

When I'm not in the gym, I'm doing content creation for social media and playing sports.

Certifications

• NASM CPT
• 200 HR YogaFit RYT

My Approach

I got into the fitness field because I value helping others to feel more confident, reach their goals, and learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. Later in my fitness career, I discovered yoga because I was looking for a low impact, sustainable, and adaptable movement routine.

Practicing yoga has increased my wellbeing, my physical fitness, and flexibility. When I teach a yoga class, I sequence poses in a specific order to provide a safe and effective practice to increase mobility, release tension, and promote full body wellness.

Besides teaching yoga, I love traveling, hiking, kayaking, being a crazy cat lady, and am a total science fiction fan.

Her Journey

Emily has been practicing yoga since 2012 and teaching since 2013. She fell in love with yoga after taking her first class, and it has continued to be a crucial part of her life and routine ever since. She loves the physicality of the practice, the connection of breath and movement, and the peace of mind she feels during and after practicing.

Education & Experience

Emily completed a 200-hour teacher training to become a certified teacher in 2013 and has completed thousands of hours of continuing education, including a year-long apprenticeship program with world-renowned yoga teachers and training with a chiropractic doctor. She has experience working with all levels and abilities — from professional athletes to seniors, to individuals with severe injuries and chronic pain.

Teaching Philosophy

Emily draws from her experience with different styles of yoga to create classes suitable for all levels. She enjoys getting to know her students and offering hands-on assists and personalized instruction to fit each individual's unique body and mind.

Emily is passionate about healthy living and overall wellness. She loves sharing her experience and knowledge to help people learn about their bodies, reach their potential, and achieve their fitness and wellness goals.

Private Sessions

Private sessions will help you build and expand your yoga practice enabling you to achieve your physical goals in a faster, healthier and easier way. Receiving instruction tailored to your specific needs will allow you to improve your technique and alignment as well as heal and prevent pain and injury. Yoga is a very personal practice and was traditionally taught one on one.

Certifications

• B.S. in Sports & Exercise Science — Wisconsin Lutheran College
• Certified Personal Trainer — American Council on Exercise (ACE)
• CPR/AED/First Aid — American Red Cross

My Journey

I grew up in West Allis, WI where I was always into sports. I tried just about every sport, but found my true passion in basketball. I was fortunate enough to play basketball through the collegiate level at Wisconsin Lutheran College, graduating in 2013 with a B.S. in Sports and Exercise Science. I completed my ACE certification in the fall of 2013 and have been a personal trainer for almost 13 years. Being a personal trainer allows me to combine my two passions: fitness and helping people.

Training Philosophy

My training philosophy is very simple: what you put into it is what you'll get out of it. Over my 13 years of experience, I have learned that there is no right or wrong goal. It doesn't matter how big or small your goals are — everybody's goals look different, AND THAT'S A GOOD THING! It is my job as a personal trainer to get to know your goals, injuries, strengths, and weaknesses, and to build a customized program to help you achieve them — as well as teach you how to apply those tools on your own to create a healthier overall version of yourself.

Outside of the Gym

I have been married for almost 10 years, and we have two boys who are 6 and 7 years old! Needless to say, they keep me very busy outside of work! I love spending time with my family, being outside, and cheering on the Milwaukee Bucks and Green Bay Packers!

Education & Certifications

• B.S. in Kinesiology — UW-Milwaukee (first two years at UW-Waukesha)
• ACSM Certified Exercise Physiology Specialist

My Journey Into Fitness

I got into the fitness field while attending WCTC for Firefighting. One of the biggest classes that opened my eyes to prehab was Firefighter Safety and Health. Seeing how as little as one hour a day of cardiovascular exercise could help prevent the leading cause of firefighter deaths — cardiac arrest — changed my direction. I wanted to learn how exercise and proper dieting can help prevent big health issues down the road for people.

My Training Approach

I help clients reach their goals by teaching accurate movement patterns, education, and above all knowing their unique body. My expertise working with various client groups has given me quite the tools and scope of knowledge to help clients achieve and go beyond their goals.

Beyond the Gym

Outside of training, I'm a content creator for various indie and AAA game studios. My wife and I love hiking the gorgeous parks of Wisconsin such as Lions Den, Seven Bridges, and Lapham Peak, among others.

While I still do weight lifting and conditioning, my main focus now is striking and grappling. I attend a great MMA gym and I've loved it since day one. I'm also big into film — I love watching 35mm or 70mm whenever possible and spend any extra free time at the Oriental Theater.

Education & Certifications

• William Jessup University — Bachelors of Business (graduated Spring 2023)
• University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee — Masters of Public Health: Dietetics (graduating Summer 2027)
• Certified Personal Trainer — American Council on Exercise (ACE)
• CPR and AED Certification — American Heart Association

Why I Got Into Fitness

As a collegiate baseball player, fitness and exercise have always been at the core of who I am. From a young age, I developed an understanding of how important health and wellness is, and the role that exercise plays in each of those aspects. Exercise has the power to significantly improve everyone's life — not just their physical health, but also their energy levels, confidence, and overall well-being. I love helping others discover what they're capable of in the gym, and helping them enjoy the process as well.

How I Help Clients Achieve Their Goals

I help clients achieve their goals by meeting them where they are. Creating training programs that fit each person's unique lifestyle, experience level, and individual needs is an exciting and rewarding challenge. I also believe that consistency is more important than perfection, so I try to help people build sustainable habits that they can maintain in the long term. Whether the goal is to lose weight, build strength, or just feel better, I want to support people every step of the way!

Fun Fact

As a kid I was a competitive chess player, participating in both local and national chess tournaments.

A Life in Motion

David understands life through his body, using it as a compass to get through whatever experience life brings. His whole life has been a constant pursuit of connection and understanding around the body and its potential, performance, and recovery.

A Diverse Background

He has done marathons, triathlons, and performed in circuses, learning and teaching all different kinds of arts and training systems such as Pilates, yoga, TRX, CrossFit, dance, partner acrobatics, and Tai chi — along with therapeutic practices like Thai massage, fascia release therapies, breath work, energetic healings, and many others.

My Approach

His sensitivity on the body allows him to have a better understanding and effectively guide anybody to achieve the best results within their bodies.