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Special mid-week FitLabPGH podcast introducting Exhalations Dance Theatre.  Why??  Because they have an upcoming show on Feb 11th and 12th,  2017 that you want to check out.  Tickets on Eventbrite (link below) and search “Exhalations Dance Theatre” or “This Thing Called Love”.
Exhalations Dance Theatre was founded to create performing and choreography opportunities for both professional dancers and for professionals pursuing other careers who still desire to express their art. We embody the theory that life should never hinder a true love of dance. All of our members have trained for many years under different instructors throughout Pennsylvania; this allows us to sincerely represent an accurate, yet diverse, look into the area’s ever-evolving dance community.
Show Notes:
Exhalations Dance Theatre,
Lea Kasic and Katherine Mann, Co-Founders
contact info:
e-mail: lea@exhalations.org
email: Katie@exhalations.org
website: http://www.exhalations.org
Facebook: Exhalations Dance Theatre
https://www.facebook.com/Exhalations-Dance-Theatre-726669214034948/
Twitter: @exhalationsco
Instagram: @exhalationsdancetheatre
Links mentioned in the Podcast:

Duquesne University Dance Theatre:
https://www.facebook.com/Duquesne-Dance-Theatre-732552873460214/
Millennium Dance Complex, Pittsburgh, PA (SouthSide)http://www.mdcpgh.com
Kelly Strayhorn Theater, Pittsburgh, PA (East Liberty)

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Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com
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Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

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David Dilettuso is the head tennis professional at the Oxford Athletic Club in Wexford, PA.  David was born and raised in the Pittsburgh (Shaler) area.  David got his start as a tennis teaching professional at the Allegheny Country Club in Sewickley, PA in 1974.  David earned a BA from Lehigh University and a JD from Duquesne University School of Law.  He is certified as an Elite Professional coach by the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) and is a specialist in Competitive Player Development.  He has coached players on the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) and ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) tours and has been named Pro of the Year by the USTA (United States Tennis Association) and the AMD ( Middle States Allegheny Mountain District of the USTA).
Show Notes:
David Dilettuso, Head Tennis Professional, Oxford Athletic Club,
contact info:
ddilettuso@oxfordathleticclub.com
tel: 724.933.1911 x4146
Oxford Athletic Club
www.oxfordathleticclub.com
https://www.facebook.com/Oxford-Athletic-Club-Wexford-100842436671882/
Instagram: @oxfordathleticclub
Twitter: @OxforAthletic
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
United States Tennis Association (USTA)
http://www.usta.com
Pittsburgh Tennis League (PTL)
http://www.pittsburghtennisleague.com
United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA)- Tennis Teacher Certification and Professional Development
http://www.uspta.com
Professional Tennis Registry (PTR)- Education, Certification and Services for Tennis Teachers and Coaches
http://www.ptrtennis.org
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Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

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Bill Orr has a long history as a volunteer for the Montour Trail Council.  He grew up in Blairsville, PA, approximately 45 miles east of Pittsburgh.  He graduated from IUP (Indiana University of Pennsylvania) with a degree in Accounting.  Bill works at FedEx Ground as an analyst and resides in Oakdale.  Bill is also a personal trainer and group exercise instructor at the Western Area YMCA in Moon Township.  As an avid runner and cyclist, he competes in duathlon races (run-bike-run), where he is a nationally-ranked athlete in the top 20 percent.  He also enjoys running in neighborhood 5K races.
In addition to his work with the Montour Trail Council, Bill has volunteered for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Rebuild Pittsburgh, and Junior Achievement.
Show Notes:
Bill Orr and the Montour Trail Council, contact info:

www.montourtrail.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/43518292159/
Twitter: @montourtrail
Bill Orr: www.endura-fitness.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/endurafitness
Twitter: @endurafitness
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Western Area YMCA, Moon Township
www.ymcaofpittsburgh.org
The Ghost Town Trail, Indiana and Cambria Counties, PA
www.indianacountyparks.org/trails/ghosttown_trail.aspx
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Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

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Jeff Mucci is owner of and head trainer at Wolfpack Boxing Club. Jeff has been involved in amateur boxing and martial arts since 1990 including studying Muay Tai, Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do and USA Boxing in State College, PA. Coach Jeff has been with Wolfpack Boxing Club as a coach since 2009 and took over ownership in 2012. Coach Jeff has committed himself to the betterment of his students through the art/science of boxing. Coach is a former Regional Golden Gloves champion (undefeated) and still spars with his students regularly.
Coach Jeff’s approach to coaching is very hands-on, analytical, and comprehensive (no trendy boxing training gimmicks here!).  His ability to tailor his coaching methods to his students as well his keen attention to detail and ability to effectively communicate have enabled Coach to produce 8 Golden Gloves champions, 2 Silver Gloves Champions and 3 Master’s Division World Champion (Ringside Masters Tournament, Sonny’s International Master’s Tourney and Gleason’s Master’s World Championship) in the past 3 years alone.  Wolfpack Boxing Club’s focus is solely on Amateur boxing and teaching the “Sweet Science” to all skill levels (beginner to competition). We are not a competition-focused club (3% of our members compete).
Coach Jeff is not only an experienced boxer, Certified Rock Steady Boxing Instructor and Level 2 USA Boxing certified coach, but he also holds a Masters degree in business (MBA). Coach Jeff is also a strong supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project.  Favorite fighters: Speed: Manny Pacquiao, Power: Mike Tyson, Defense: James Toney/Pernell Whitaker.
Show Notes:
Jeff Mucci, Owner, Wolfpack Boxing Club, Carnegie, PA, contact info:
Email: info@wolfpackboxing.com
www.wolfpackboxing.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WolfpackBoxingClub
Instagram: @wolfpackboxingclub
Location: 1000 Gregg St. (at the end of Hammond St.), Carnegie, PA 15106
Telephone: 412-335-2419
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Rock Steady Boxing, Fighting Back Against Parkinson’s Disease
https://rocksteadyboxing.org
Wounded Warrior Project
https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org
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Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org
 

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BaM Choreography, LLC is a team of two sisters, Brianna Pato and Meghan Greenwood, who are based out of Pittsburgh, PA. BaM strives to provide high quality dance routines and energizing fitness classes in multiple styles for a variety of venues, including but not limited to: Competition Teams, Schools, Gyms, Studios, Family Centers, Theater Performances, Events, Music Videos, Weekend Workshops, Weddings, Workplace Fitness, etc. BaM offers professional services and motivational fitness – promoting health & confidence through dance for all ages!
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Brianna Pato and Meghan Greenwood, Owners, BaM Choreography, LLC, contact info:
Email: bamchoreography@gmail.com
Web: www.bamchoreography.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BaMChoreography
Twitter: @BaMChoreography
Instagram: @BaMChoreography
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Fullbody Fitness Club, Brentwood, PA
*Aerial silks classes;
*Strength and Conditioning classes with Mark Freeman of Freeman Technique
https://www.fullbodyfitnessclub.com
Freeman Technique, Pittsburgh, PA
(also featured on 10/9/16 FitLabPGH podcast)
http://www.freemantechnique.com
SPHS (Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services) After-School Child Care Programs (and many other services)
http://www.sphs.org
Hell on Hills, Beechview, PA
The World’s Steepest 5K, Inaugural race was October 15, 2016
http://www.hellonhills.com
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Carla Likar is the Aquatics Director at the Oxford Athletic Club in Wexford, PA.  Carla started swimming competitively at the age of 5 and continued competing through college at Lock Haven University.  November 2016 marks Oxford Athletic Club’s 18th anniversary; Carla was hired by the club 6 months after it opened.  Carla was raised in Irwin, PA and started out swimming for the Norwin Aqua Club, where she has now returned as a coach.
Show Notes:
Carla Likar, Aquatics Director Oxford Athletic Club, contact info: clikar@oxfordathleticclub.com

tel: 724.933.1911 x 4102
www.oxfordathleticclub.com
https://www.facebook.com/Oxford-Athletic-Club-Wexford-100842436671882/
Instagram: @oxfordathleticclub
Twitter: @OACWexford
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Norwin Aqua Club, Irwin, PA
http://www.norwinaquaclub.org
Downey Diving LLC, Underwater Educators and Outfitters, Classes in Allegheny, Beaver and Butler Counties (Western PA)
http://www.downdive.com
U.S. Masters Swimming
http://www.usms.org
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 Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
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Cycletique (in the words of owners Lisa Lutheran and Deanna Bucy) is “a high energy indoor cycling studio dedicated to a healthier you.  It’s our mission that you feel welcomed and comfortable when you walk in and positively energized when you leave.  Sit where you like.  Ask us questions.  Forgot your water? We’ll hook you up.   With us, you aren’t just getting cycling until your legs fall off – you’re joining a community that encourages growth and a positive lifestyle.  Through your experience here, we hope that you will leave feeling accomplished and ready to pass on those positive vibes.”
Show Notes:
Lisa Lutheran and Deanna Bucy, Owners, Cycletique, contact info:
lisa@cycletiquepgh.com
deanna@cycletiquepgh.com

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cycletique
Twitter: @cycletique
Instagram: @cycletique
Links mentioned in the Podcast:Mad Dogg Athletics Spinning Certification
http://www.spinning.com
Cycling Fusion Instructor Certification
http://www.cyclingfusion.com
Dona Jo Fit Wear, Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.donajofitwear.com
Pittsburgh Fresh Meal Delivery and Catering Co.

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Trista Yerks, an avid distance runner, is the owner of Pittsburgh Running Tours, which has provided guided running tours of Pittsburgh, PA neighborhoods since 2013.  She brings to her work a deep interest in fitness, running and tourism.  Trista moved to Pittsburgh in October 2012 from Minneapolis, MN, where she worked for American Express Business Travel.  Since moving to Pittsburgh, Trista has worked in the non-profit and charitable foundations sectors, including The Pittsburgh Foundation and Venture Outdoors, a Pittsburgh non-profit dedicated to making outdoor recreation part of people’s lives.  She has a bachelor’s degree in linguistics from the University of Minnesota.
Show Notes:
Trista Yerks, Owner, Pittsburgh Running Tours, contact info:
trista@pittsburghrunningtours.com
www.pittsburghrunningtours.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PittsburghRunningTours
Twitter: @PghRunningTours
Instagram: @pghrunningtours
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Rachel Carson Trails Challenge, 34-mile endurance hike, June 24, 2017, North Park to Harrison Hills Park
http://www.rachelcarsontrails.org
YakTrax (for traction in snow and ice)
http://www.yaktrax.com
South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association StepTrek (Fall 2017)
http://www.southsideslopes.org
Ryer Martial Arts Academy, Pittsburgh, PA

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Tonya Ford, owner of Sewickley En Pointe in Sewickley, PA, trained from a young age in ballet, character and jazz at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. While in college earning her degree in biology (focus on human genetics), she began teaching ballet at a local gymnastics school and continued to teach ballet to her daughters and their friends before opening her own studio. She began studying the human body again when she found the MELT method to help keep her dance students injury free. She then discovered Relief Through Rolling and most recently Neuro-Kinetic Therapy (NKT). Near and dear to her heart is helping athletes prevent injuries.  She is interested in the implementation of dynamic workstations, both in the workplace and in schools.  Rather than allowing our bodies to be sedentary throughout the day, then working out for an hour to attempt to mediate the lack of movement, Tonya advocates getting people to move their bodies throughout the day so their bodies can handle the load of their fitness activities.
Show Notes:
Tonya Ford, Owner, Sewickley En Pointe contact info:
tonya@sewickleyenpointe.com
www.sewickleyenpointe.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sewickley-En-Pointe-347588627027
Instagram: @sewickleyenpointe
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
The MELT Method (MELT)
http://www.meltmethod.com
Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT)

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StandUp Kids, organization combating sedentary lifestyles by raising money to put standing desks in public schools
http://www.standupkids.org
Jewart’s Gymnastics, Wildwood, PA (North Hills of Pittsburgh)
http://www.jewarts.com
FluidStance, creator of the Level, a motion platform designed for use with standing desks
http://www.fluidstance.com
Swopper Chair (stool designed to promote dynamic movement)
http://www.swopper.com
Metolius Climbing Board (training board for rock climbing, also available at REI)
http://www.metoliusclimbing.com/training-boards.html
SurfSUP Adventures, Stand-Up Paddleboard lessons, tours and gear in the Pittsburgh area
http://www.surfsupadventures.com
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Jackie Frederick is the Fitness and Wellness Director at the Oxford Athletic Club in Wexford, PA.  Jackie began teaching fitness classes 25 years ago.  Her commitment to fitness started at a young age.  While growing up in the steel mill town of Clairton (south of Pittsburgh), Jackie, a self-proclaimed “tomboy,” saved up money to purchase a set of free weights at the age of 10.  She’s always had a love for sports and competed in tennis, swimming, racquetball, and volleyball.  After growing up in Pittsburgh, Jackie moved away at the age of 20 and returned in 2004.  As Fitness and Wellness Director at the Oxford Athletic Club, Jackie oversees the Fitness Department staff and programming at the club.
Show Notes
Jackie Frederick, Fitness and Wellness Director Oxford Athletic Club
contact info:
jfrederick@oxfordathleticclub.com
https://www.facebook.com/jackie.frederick.351
Instagram: @jackiedana1204
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Oxford Athletic Club
www.oxfordathleticclub.com
https://www.facebook.com/Oxford-Athletic-Club-Wexford-100842436671882/
Instagram: @oxfordathleticclub
Twitter: @OACWexford
Tough Mudder, Obstacle Course Challenge Events

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Hell on Hills, Beechview, PA, The World’s Steepest 5K
http://www.hellonhills.com
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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.or