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JOHN MCCLURE SNOOK FAMILY YMCA
BOUNDS FAMILY YMCA
Pamela Anderson
JOHN MCCLURE SNOOK FAMILY YMCA
BIO
Originally from New Jersey, my husband and I relocated to beautiful South Alabama in 2002. I have been part of the South Alabama Y Team since 2009 mainly at our John McClure Snook Family YMCA branch, and more recently at our Bounds Family YMCA branch. Helping people move better, gain strength, increase endurance and improve mobility is my passion. My goal for clients is that they feel empowered physically, as well as emotionally, throughout their training process. There is nothing more exciting for me than to take that journey with a client and see them achieve their goals! When I am not at the Y, I spend time with my family, either watching my daughter on the volleyball court/beach or my son playing soccer or basketball.
Motto: Never miss a Monday
Favorite Exercise: Plank
Certified Personal Trainer – NASM
Women’s Fitness Specialist NASM
Cycling Instructor
Group Fitness Instructor
Mornings and early afternoons
AOA (Active Older Adults)
Group Women’s Training
Patty Hein
JOHN MCCLURE SNOOK FAMILY YMCA
BIO
In 2000, I became a Personal Trainer so I could help others feel good– not just physically but mentally and spiritually too. I love helping people but wanted to help in a way that would last them a lifetime, not just for a “moment”. That is what I love about being a trainer – I can help people set goals and reach them. No matter the goal… weight loss or gaining strength, starting a workout or needing to change up an existing workout, recovering from an injury/surgery or building on what you are already doing… I am here to help you reach whatever goals you are trying to achieve. Life is worth living and should be lived with a smile.
Motto: What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger
Favorite Exercise: Squats
Personal Trainer – NASM Group Fitness Instructor – FiTOUR Silver Sneakers Classic and Enerchi Boga Board Stability Ball
Corrective Exercise Strength Training Weight Loss Recovery Training Functional Training AOA (Active Older Adults) Group Women’s Training
Health Science – South University (in progress)
Flexible
Miles Paisant
BOUNDS FAMILY YMCA
BIO
Following a 30-year career in the Hospitality Industry, back surgery led me to the gym, working out, gaining strength and flexibility and achieving weight loss. I enjoy working with all fitness enthusiasts – from teenagers to seniors who want to achieve their fitness goals, lose weight, improve self esteem and feel and be their best!
Motto: Patience and Persistence
Strength Training– NASM
Senior Fitness
Osteoporosis
Suspension Training for Seniors
Injury Prevention
Yoga
Aquatics
Toning Muscle
Cardiovascular Training
Weight Loss
Fat Loss Targeting
Audio Engineering School, New Orleans
Anytime
Beth Mans
BOUNDS FAMILY YMCA
BIO
Beth started her fitness journey at the Shelby County YMCA in 1999 where she obtained a multitude of certifications including YMCA Strength and Conditioning. Beth has experience training all ages and demographics but particularly loves working with active older adults. Helping people obtain, or maintain, their optimum level of health is what she strives for with each client. Beth is a breast cancer survivor that understands the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle post cancer and would love to help you get started on your own journey to health and wellness.
Motto: “Exercise is a journey, not a destination. It must be continued for the rest of your life. We do not stop because we grow old – we grow old because we stop exercising.” – Kenneth H. Cooper
Favorite Exercise: Anything in the water! I feel water is a forgiving medium allowing a more challenging workout without the impact on the joints.
FiTOUR Certified Personal Trainer
AFAA Group Fitness
AEA (Aquatics Exercise Association)
Tivity Health Silver Sneakers
Classic Mad Dogg SPINNING
Les Mills BODYPUMP
Aqua Fitness
Cancer Survivors
AA in Business
Early morning – mid afternoon
Emily Mannion
BOUNDS FAMILY YMCA
BIO
Originally from Louisiana, Emily joined the Army right out of high school where her love for health and fitness began. After moving to Daphne in 2017 with her husband and 3 children, they joined the Bounds Family YMCA. Emily recalls feeling welcomed by the amazing staff and members. “Helping friends get fit and watching them become healthier versions of themselves motivated me to get my ACE Personal Trainer certification in 2021,” she says. Emily enjoys working with all ages and fitness levels and loves motivating others to find their passion for exercise and fitness.
Favorite Exercise: I love training back and shoulders!!!!
Motto: Be silent and let success scream!
Certified Personal Trainer- ACE
Anytime
Carencro High School, Carencro, LA
Elicia Lynch
NORTH MOBILE FAMILY YMCA
BIO
Being an athlete, I’ve always been active and interested in fitness and how the body works. I have a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and I’ve worked for the YMCA since 2009, where I started as an intern.
I don’t stop when I’m tired, I stop when I’m done
TRX Suspension Training
Tivity Health Silver Sneakers Classic
HIIT
Pur Motion
Catering to client’s needs while customizing plans to meet their goals.
Sarah Lamb
NORTH MOBILE YMCA
BIO
I am 18 years old and have a huge passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals. I’m training to compete in American Ninja Warrior and plan to be the shortest woman competitor to complete the run up the warped wall.
Motto: Do your best and forget the rest
Sports Nutrition – ISSA
Group Exercise Instructor
Cycle Instructor
Wednesday 5am-11am; early Tuesday and Thursday mornings