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Our Trainers
Michael Lontoc
Hi my name is Michael and one of the personal trainers at Fitness Element.
I am a Fitness & Health graduate with over a decade of experience in the fitness industry working as a private trainer, contest prep coach, group fitness instructor and fitness counselor. I have worked with hundreds of individuals from all ages and experience levels to achieve their fitness goals through my coaching and passion for helping others achieve the best version of themselves.
I specialize in private training and contest bodybuilding prep both male and female.
Catherine Law
Registered Physiotherapist, canfitpro Personal Training Specialist, ProActive Sports Massage Level 3, Pelvic Health Provider (Pelvic Health Solutions Levels 1 & 2)
I am a nationally qualified bikini competitor who has empowered clients of all ages and fitness levels to improve their lives via fitness.
I have experience in working with beginners, advanced lifters, women’s health, and eating disorders.
Having seen the benefits of exercise in my own life, both mentally and physically, I found it helps manage my chronic pain due to an autoimmune condition (ankylosing spondylitis). My goal is to bring that same passion and expertise to others, so that they can empower themselves in their journeys to holistically improve their quality of life.
In my free time, I enjoy riding her motorcycle, lifting heavy things, and hunting big game with my dad.
Leah Jing Li
My name is Leah Li, I'm a fitness trainer with 2 years of experience. I specialize in helping women find enjoyment in fitness and maintaining a consistent workout routine.
As a woman in her 30s, I understand the unique challenges faced by women in balancing work, family, and personal interests. My coaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that fitness is a lifelong pursuit for both health and beauty, and I'm passionate about helping my clients find a balance that works for them.
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One thing that sets me apart from other trainers is with my personal experience of overcoming a leg injury, I understand the impact of physical limitations and has made me better able to care for the health and safety of my clients to maintain a consistent fitness routine.
Nicholas Gan
My name is Nick and I have over 10 years of experience training, competing and coaching.
As an engineer by trade and fitness trainer and athlete by passion, this powerful combination has helped my clients reach their fitness goals through strategic, methodical and systematic training. I am a results-oriented, process-driven coach, certified by canfitpro.
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When I’m not working with clients, you can find me playing hockey, training Muay Thai, road biking, playing outside with my kids and most definitely in the gym.
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Specific Experience includes:
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Muay Thai (10 years)
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Strength & Conditioning (>15 years)
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Shotokan Karate (Black Belt)
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Hockey
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Baseball
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Soccer
Rachel Chengying Yao
Hi, my name is Rachel. I’m a boring Actuary from 9-5 and a CanFitPro registered personal trainer beyond that.
I joined Fitness Element in 2021 and started bodybuilding in women’s figure competitions. I have been active throughout my whole life and placed top 3 in regional shows. I enjoy helping others to achieve fitness goals and specialize in strength training, HIIT and nutrition guidance.
With my energetic and positive approach, I have helped many clients achieve their desired results over the last few years. I believe that fitness should be fun and accessible to everyone, regardless of their fitness level.
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Brittany Piticco
I am Brittany, and I have always been so fascinated with learning different approaches in training. My desire to keep learning has been a major reason to continue investing in myself as a trainer.
In my training sessions, I take into account the client's training experience as well as any previous injuries or instabilities. My goal is to make sure my clients work put in the gym is done safely and effectively. I wish for them to leave every session feeling great, and trusting that each day they're walking out better than before. With specific intention-based programming and preventative exercises I believe that we will get to your goals together!
Nancy Zheng
Hi, my name is Nancy, I’m an ACE certified fitness trainer working at Fitness Element.
I love helping people move pain-free with good form and improve their fitness and physique!
Christina Wan
My name is Christina Wan and I am a practicing personal trainer.
I have been training in the gym for many years but have been appropriately and purposefully training for the past 5 years. I have experience in powerlifting, hypertrophy training, and power-building.
I aim to help you feel great about yourself by helping you achieve your goals with the freedom of eating, training, and living a lifestyle with balance.
Wayne Kienapple
Hey! My name is Wayne, I am a trainer here at fitness element, I specialize in transforming individuals to reaching their fitness goals in a fun, efficient, educational, and enjoyable way.
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I specialize in creating personalized training plans based around body recomposition.
The personal training strategy I have developed utilizes my 8 years of experience, what I have learned from Kinesiology courses, 3 different PT certifications (ISSA, NASM, Canfitpro) as well as my own research and integration into my own training.
I want to teach you how to transform your body into your most powerful asset in life and show you how unstoppable your mind can become when you start focusing on the right things.
Come in for a free consultation session!
Robert Monzon
Hi my name is Coach Rob and I help entrepreneurs and people with busy lives get stronger, lose weight, and live sustainable high performance lifestyles without extreme diets or crazy workouts.
I graduated from York University with a HBSc in Kinesiology and have been in the fitness industry for 10 years, helping hundreds of people on their fitness journeys. My experience includes community, commercial, and luxury brand fitness, most notably Equinox. I take a holistic approach with my clients so they can get results and keep them; for life.
I am always adding skills to my practice to best serve my clients. My current certificates include: Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology - Certified Personal Trainer, National Coaching Certification Program - Trained, Precision Nutrition L1, Kettlebell Athletics 1, ViPR Certification, Pre/Postnatal Certification, and Exercise is Medicine Canada - Exercise Professional.
Raymond Karikari
Hi, my name is Ray and I'm a certified personal trainer with a passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals in a safe and effective way.
I hold a Canfit certification, which is recognized as the gold standard in fitness training in Canada. This means that I have the knowledge and skills to design personalized workout plans that are tailored to my clients' specific needs and fitness levels.
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One of my areas of specialization is injury prevention. I believe that preventing injuries is just as important as achieving fitness goals, and that's why I take a proactive approach to fitness training. I work with my clients to identify potential risk factors and develop strategies to avoid injuries before they occur. By focusing on proper form, alignment, and technique, I help my clients reduce the risk of common injuries such as strains, sprains, and joint pain.
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I also believe in the importance of making fitness fun and enjoyable. I strive to create a positive and supportive environment where my clients feel motivated and inspired to achieve their goals.
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Whether you're just starting out on your fitness journey or you're an experienced athlete, I'm here to help you reach your full potential and live a healthy, active life.