Meet Our Trainers

  • Erik
  • Chris
  • Scott
  • Gwen
  • Beth
  • Chris
  • Andrew
  • Erin

Erik Peacock, NASM-PT, NSCA CPT

Erik is the owner and founder of the Puravida Fitness training studio. He is a former collegiate athlete and coach. He likes to push people to their potential and believes everyone has an inner athlete waiting to be discovered. He is also trained in rehabilitative exercise and special populations.

Chris Brinson ACE-PT

Chris brings his passion for sports specific training  and also a love of weight training to the team. Is one of Puravida Fitness’s bootcamp instructors.

Scott Fjelsted, NSCA-CPT

Scott has 12 years of experience working with a variety of clients from athletes to rehabilitation. He is skilled in designing effective customized exercise programs that keep clients challenged and motivated with their exercise programs. He also is passionate about coaching his clients on wellness and making permanent lifestyle changes that will drastically improve their health and fitness.

Gwen Linden-Bruzek, NASM-CPT

Gwen combines more than 16 years of experience as a yoga student and teacher with her innovative hybrid style of training that features a variety of exercises ranging from yoga and strength training to boxing and martial arts moves. She especially enjoys working with men and women new to the world of fitness. Check out her website at www.empowerypt.com

Beth Dean, ACE-PT

Beth has many years of experience as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. She incorporates fitness and fun utilizing her group fitness experience to come up with creative exercises that keep her clients on their toes. She loves working with older clients and training women in all stages of their lives. She specializes in weight management and helping people learn to believe in themselves. Check out her website at www.fitkaizen.com

Chris Giesking, NASM-CPT, CES, PES

Chris has 7 years experience in Club, Studio and In-home Personal Training. He currently is a Army National Guard soldier and served our country in Iraq. He is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a personal trainer, performance enhancement specialist, and a corrective exercise specialist. He earned his BA in Health Promotion at the University of Northern Iowa. Currently he is working on Masters in Corrective Exercise from Arizona School of Health Science, Human Movement Program.

Andrew Franz, ACSM, NASM-PT

Andrew brings 6 years of training experience with him to the Puravida Fitness training studio. He currently holds two nationally accredited certifications. A dynamic, personalized program will be created based on the specific needs, wants, goals and current fitness level of each client. Through constant testing and observation over time each program can be modified to maximize results. Check out his website at www.myacceleratedfitness.com.

ERIN KRECH, NASM - CPT, NCSF - CPT, RRCA Certified running coach

Erin is an ultra marathoner and certified running coach. She enjoys working with endurance athletes and has helped clients train for races from 5Ks to marathons. She is currently leading a running club in Lakeville. She is also a stay-at-home mom and enjoys helping women get back their bodies post-pregnancy. Check out her website at www.ultrapersonaltraining.com


Training With A "Life Specific Approach"

We believe personal training should be functional to fit the needs of each individual's life. Whether that person golf’s, skis or just wants to look good on the beach, we will customize a program that is specifically targeted to meet the demands of that person's life. Our expert personal trainers all have diverse styles and backgrounds which allows us to cater to many different types of clients ranging from older adults looking to maintain strength and flexibility all the way to high level high school and college athletes.

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