Shane was born and raised in Rehoboth, Massachusetts, and was interested in physical fitness from an early age. He had always wanted to play sports, but was unable to compete in anything other than recreational games until high school. Instead, he became interested with how to best prepare his body to play sports when that time came in. He became very appreciative of how exercise can have such a positive effect of not only longterm physical wellness but also psychological help. He loves and respects fitness because it is one of the few things in life that we can control ourselves. Being able to work with an individual in a client-trainer relationship is an extremely rewarding experience. To guide someone who has taken the responsibility to actively improve their own health through exercise, though it may seem to them a daunting task, is a great privilege.

in my free time I like to
hike, ski, canoe, and engage in any other activity that involves sweat and friends. I am interested in studying history at a very amateur level (feel free to ask me for any fun history facts during a mid-training session break) and spending time picking up hair in my apartment left by my dog, Kennedy.

Growing up in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Albert had an interest in activity ever since he was able to walk. From constantly playing outside, to competing in multiple sports, to exercising on his own, he’s developed a love for how to improve the body to add healthy years to one's life in the most efficient/fun/sustainable manner possible. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee majoring in Kinesiology and minoring in Nutrition & Psychology. During his time at UWM’s fitness center, he had jobs as a Fitness Attendant, Group Fitness Instructor, Intern, Program Assistant, and Personal Trainer. After college he had the goal of continuing his fitness journey where he knew no one. This goal came into fruition here in Rhode Island at FT. His drive comes from contributing to people, and the best way that he wanted to accomplish this was through fitness.

in my free time I like to
read (balancing fiction & non-fiction), watch movies (from action to rom-com), exercise (enjoy trying new challenges), cook, and learn cool hobbies/habits! The most room for improvement comes from cooking. Some random facts: I love people, visiting different coffee shops, grilling, wearing swim trunks, and much more.

Julie grew up in Somerset, MA and went on to attend the University of Rhode Island to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. During her internship at the Mackal Fitness and Wellness Center, Julie created a 10- week strength training program for female students. Julie was responsible for creating the program, running training sessions, and providing support to each participant on nutrition and mindfulness. Julie also assisted the Head Fitness and Wellness Specialist in training club sports teams and members of the wellness center. This experience fueled her passion for helping others and inspired her to pursue her additional certifications. These certifications allow Julie to help assist a diverse population to the best of her abilities.

in my free time I like to
stay active by spending time outdoors with my dog Duke, hiking with family and friends and applying new training methods and exercises to my own routine to stay up to date on the latest exercise research and trends. I also love cooking for my family and friends and trying new foods and recipes!

Annamaria’s interest in fitness began as a cheerleader in High School and later as a ballet student in New York City. She has always maintained an interest in the way disciplined physical movements benefit the body and mind. For many years Annamaria held positions as a Teacher, Coordinator and Fitness Outreach Facilitator. In these capacities she developed programs from ideas to completion. In 2007 Annamaria moved to Florida and became a Certified Personal Trainer, training and managing a gym for a National Chain. During this time, she traveled to Nepal to study Yoga to compliment her fitness routines by adding mindful stretching and relaxation techniques. When she returned to the USA she taught Yoga at the University of Miami for 4 years, often as an instructor to College Athletes and Medical Professionals at the University. In 2021 Annamaria returned to the Northeast and settled in Providence Rhode Island.

in my free time I like to
resistance train, cycle long distances and ride my motorcycle. I am an enthusiastic NFL and Motorsports fan, that said, I enjoy live theater and art galleries. Coming from multi-ethnic NYC I can usually be found eating and cooking with my family and friends when I am not working out.

Nina grew up in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, and during high school she had taken a class called, "Personal Fitness" and this is where her passion for fitness began. In her free time during at the Community College of Rhode Island & Rhode Island College she started practicing yoga, Muay Thai (a form of Thai martial arts), and training in a bikini body building program. Nina wanted to turn her passion into something more, so she started to train her friends and family and became a Certified Personal Trainer and a Certified Nutrition Coach through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Now she’s exploring ways to promote longevity. Her goal is to teach her clients how to become physically healthier and achieve and maintain their fitness goals for a lifetime.

in my free time I like to
walk my dog Sonny at the park. I also like to cook different cuisines like Dominican, Mexican and Italian.

Laura grew up in Barrington, RI & had an interest in sports early on, playing ice hockey, backyard football, & other sports alongside her two older brothers. She developed an interest in food & nutrition from her parents who previously owned a grocery store & deli/catering business. Laura pursued a career in nutrition, becoming a Registered Dietitian in 2016. After spending several years working in clinical/acute settings, Laura started her own nutrition practice, Pivot Nutrition, LLC in 2019. Her practice specializes in sports/performance nutrition, mindful & balanced eating, cardiovascular health, & sustainable behavior changes to improve quality of life. More recently, Laura combined her passion for nutrition & fitness and became a Certified Personal Trainer. For nutrition counseling, Laura is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield & United Healthcare, & accepts HSA/FSA accounts & private pay. Laura offers free 25-minute consultations to discuss more about your nutrition goals.

in my free time I like to
cook, strength train, read, travel, & try new restaurants. Other favorite activities include yoga, skiing, & golf. I live in Warwick with my husband Eddie and our German Shepherd, Jasper. Follow me on Instagram @balanced.fueling & check out my podcast ‘RhoDe to Fueling Better’ on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.