Whether you are looking to up your fitness game or just trying to figure out where to start, our professional personal training team is here to help you level up. The certified training staff at St. Bernards Health and Wellness are here to assist you in reaching your goals.
Norm Judd, MS, CSCS, CES, EIM
Position: Medical Fitness Manager
Telephone: 870-207-7777
Email: njudd@sbrmc.org
Education: Masters of Science in Kinesiology and Sports Medicine from the University of Tennessee
Certification:
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the National Strength Conditioning Association
- Cancer Exercise Specialist from Rocky Mountain Cancer Rehab Institute
- Exercise is Medicine from American College of Sports Medicine
Bio: Norm Judd MS, CSCS, CES, EIM is the Medical Fitness Manager at St. Bernards Health & Wellness providing a continuum of care for the patient population. Incorporating exercise as medicine, Norm’s goal is to provide a safe and effective program to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and return to normal activities of daily living.
Melanie Fires
Position: Aquatics Coordinator / Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor / Certified Personal Trainer / Adult Swim Lessons
Telephone: (870) 207-7779
Email: mlfires@sbrmc.org
Certifications:
- Fitness Instructor Training Certification
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM-CPT)
- Aquatic Exercise Association Aquatic Fitness Professional Certification (AEA_AFPC)
- AEA Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Leader (AEA-AFAP)
- Masters Coach Level 1 (U.S. Masters Swimming)
Bio: “I grew up in NW suburb of Chicago, IL and relocated to Jonesboro upon completing my training certifications. Whether training on land or in the pool, it brings me joy when my clients tell me they feel stronger, breathe easier, or when they are able to do something they could not do before. Such as, get up off the floor or step foot in a pool & swim. I strongly believe it is not how we look on the outside but how we feel on the inside. One quote that inspires me daily is one from Fred Devito, “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.”
Melanie enjoys teaching water aerobics and individual aqua personal training sessions. She also enjoys spending time with her family camping, boating, swimming, kayaking, gardening (any outdoor activity) and traveling.
Toni Inboden
Position: Personal Trainer
Email: twinboden@sbrmc.org
Education: Bachelor of Science, Sports Management, Arkansas State University
Certification: AFAA Personal Training
Hunter Saffell
Position: Sports Performance Training Director
Telephone: 870-243-5745
Email: hlsaffell@sbrmc.org
Education:
- Bachelors of Exercise Science, Arkansas State University
- Associates of Science, Shawnee Community College
- Masters in Exercise Science, Arkansas State University
Certification:
- ACTION Personal Trainer
- Certified Speed and Agility Coach NSPA (CSAC)
- USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance (USAW-L1SP)
- ACTION Sports Nutrition
Jeff Thornbrough
Position: Sports Training Specialist & Personal Trainer
Telephone: 573-380-1221
Email: jeffery_12@icloud.com
Education:
- Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, Arkansas State University
Certification:
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Lane Thielemier
Position: Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer
Telephone: 870-810-1933
Email: lanethielemier@gmail.com
Education:
- Masters of Exercise Science from Arkansas State University
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Arkansas State University
Certification:
- ACE Personal Trainer
- USA Weightlifting Level 1
- AFAA Group Exercise
Leslie Wester
Position: Personal Trainer / Rock Steady Boxing Coordinator
Telephone: (636) 795.8553
Email: lcwester@sbrmc.org
Education: Bachelor of Science, Wellness, Missouri State University
Certification:
- National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
- Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-YRT 200 YACEP)
- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider
- Certified Rock Steady Boxing Coach
- Certified Personal Training (CPT)
- Certified Group Exercise Instructor
Jess Greene
Position: Personal Trainer ll
Telephone: 870-207-7700
Email: jbgreene@sbrmc.org
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Harding University
- Masters in Exercise Science, Arkansas State University
- Internship at University of South Florida in Athletics, Strength and Conditioning
Certification:
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength and Conditioning Association
- Certified Special Populations Specialist (CSPS), National Strength and Conditioning Association
- Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F), National Strength and Conditioning Association
Bio: Jess played softball at Harding University and specializes in orthopedic concerns, strength and conditions training and softball training.
Nancy Owens
Position: Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer
Telephone: 646-228-0512
Email: nlowens@sbrmc.org
Education:
- Arkansas State University- Bachelors in Music
- National Personal Training Institute (NPTI)
Certification:
- Zumba
- Strong by Zumba
- Total Barre
- Action Personal Trainer
- PiYo
Kara Fowler
Position: Personal Trainer / Group Exercise Instructor
Telephone: 870.207.7723
Email: klfowler@sbrmc.org
Education: B.S. Athletic Training, Arkansas State University
Certification:
- Personal Training - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- National Personal Training Institute (NPTI)
- SilverSneakers
Bio: I have been a certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor for over 15 years. I enjoy getting to know my clients one-on-one and create a program that is specific to his/her goals. I’m a creative person and I enjoy getting creative with my workouts & classes. No two people are alike and I try to use this approach in my workouts. It’s not just about losing weight It’s about being able to pick up your grandkids or walk your dog or complete a 5K. One of my favorite quotes is “Life is like a bicycle. To keep your balance, your must keep moving.” Albert Einstein Let’s get moving and let’s keep up the ability to do so!
Bowen Naylor
Position: Personal Trainer
Email: bnaylor@sbrmc.org
Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science in hopes to become a Registered Dietitian
Certification: Certified Personal Trainer-National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT)
Bio: I've been training at St. Bernards since I was 14 years old. I am hooked on fitness and hope to share my passion with others. Outside of the gym, I enjoy mountain biking and camping. I specialize in strength, muscle building, and longevity. I want to improve the quality of your life.
