Meet the Fitness Experts

Holly Michaels

Strength Coach | MS, ACSM-EP, NASM-CPT, CHES

Holly was born and raised in Illinois where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from North Central College. She moved to Utah to pursue a Master’s Degree in Health Promotion and Education at the University of Utah and fell in love with the mountains.

Throughout her years in the fitness industry, she has worked with a wide variety of demographics, ranging from athletes to assisted living residents. She is a certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine as well as a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Holly believes that exercise can be an effective form of medicine and is passionate about tailoring exercise to fit the needs and goals of each individual.

As a former collegiate volleyball player, Holly loves to stay active through playing recreational sports, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and exploring all that Utah has to offer with her husband.

Meet the Fitness Experts

Our certified team boasts over 50 combined years of training experience.
  • Paul Holbrook

    Founder & Strength Coach | MA, CSCS

    With a master’s degree in gerontology from the Fischer Institute for Wellness at Ball State University, Paul has clocked over 60,000 personal training hours in his training career.

  • Holly Michaels

    Strength Coach | MS, ACSM-EP, NASM-CPT, CHES

    As an experienced trainer and former college athlete, Holly is passionate about tailoring exercises to fit her clients’ individual needs and goals.

  • Jesse Sacrison, Age Performance Trainer

    Jesse Sacrison

    Strength Coach | BS, CSCS

    With a holistic approach to fitness and dedication to both athletic and age-related performance, Jesse brings a unique style to his training, which helps clients reach their longevity goals.

  • Angeliqua Pochert

    Angeliqua Pochert

    Strength Coach | MS, ISSA-CPT, CAPT

    With a background in healthcare and wellness, Angeliqua has worked with a wide range of adults, including older adults, to improve wellbeing, mobility, and overall quality of life.

  • Teresa Soutas

    Teresa Soutas

    Strength Coach | MCPT, CES, CWC

    Clients value Teresa’s calm presence, thoughtful instruction, and supportive coaching style. She is dedicated to helping older adults stay strong, independent, and fully engaged.