Ling Wollenschlaeger is the Founder and Head Chef of Pittsburgh Fresh. Growing up in her mother’s kitchen, Ling learned from a young age that cooking with fresh, healthy ingredients results in meals that are not only nutritious, but also delicious and satisfying. After graduating from Penn State University and embarking on a career as a financial analyst, Ling was committed to packing healthy lunches. She often saw her colleagues, who were busy and had little time to prepare fresh, nutritious lu...
Nov 25, 2016
DJ Herring is the manager at The Climbing Wall, an indoor rock climbing center located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Pittsburgh. DJ has been climbing for over 16 years and has been the manager at The Climbing Wall since he moved to Pittsburgh almost 2 years ago. When he isn’t climbing, DJ is most likely to be enjoying another outdoor activity, including mountain biking, kayaking, trail running and backpacking/camping. Originally from the Ohiopyle, PA area, DJ went to Brevard College, in NC...
Nov 18, 2016
Nicole is Mind Body Manager and Personal Training Administrator at the Oxford Athletic Club. She has a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Dance from Slippery Rock University. Nicole is certified by SPINNING, AFFA, Booty Barre, PHI Pilates and NCCPT. She has an extensive background in dance and danced professionally for Bodiography, a contemporary ballet company in Pittsburgh. Nicole is a master trainer and presenter for PHI Pilates and has traveled the world teaching and instructing instr...
Nov 11, 2016
Ian Smith is the founder and lead instructor at First Waves and SurfSUP Adventures. Since 2011, Ian has designed and executed standup paddleboarding and conservation programs for the Department of Conservation of Natural Resources, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The National Whitewater Center, The Wounded Warrior Project, the YMCA and more. In addition to his work as an instructor and guide, Ian is a standup paddleboard athlete and writer. His work and videos have appeared in the American Whitewater ...
Nov 05, 2016
Sarah Reed-Lieb is a certified vinyasa yoga teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor. Sarah brings unique and inspired community yoga events to cool and creative venues throughout the ‘burgh. She is excited to help others find acceptance, encouragement, humor, lightness, and support through the practice of yoga. Show Notes: Sarah Reed-Lieb contact info: sreedlieb@yahoo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahlishy Instagram: @sarahlishy Sarah Reed-Lieb currently teaches the following clas...
Oct 29, 2016
Aubrey Johnson is a Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) certified Pilates Teacher and owner of Moxie Mind & Body Pilates Studio in Pittsburgh, PA. Aubrey received her BA in dance from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA and her comprehensive Pilates teacher training from Power Pilates in New York City. Aubrey is a teacher trainer for Power Pilates and offers mat and comprehensive teacher trainings at her studio. Aubrey regularly attends continuing education workshops and seminars to further he...
Oct 26, 2016
Doug Bentz- aka Swami Doug is a Professor in the Dance Department in the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, where he has been training dancers professionally for over 40 years. Swami Doug earned a BA in Dance from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. He began his professional dance career in 1968 and has been dancing, and evolving, ever since; he has danced professionally in New York City and throughout the United States and Europe. In addition to dance...
Oct 24, 2016
Allie Green is the co-owner of Equilibrium Pilates. In addition to Stott Pilates and Booty Barre, Allie’s other certifications include the PMA (Pilates Method Alliance), AFAA (The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America), and The Pink Ribbon Program, which is a Pilates based program designed to help women regain full range of motion to those areas affected after breast cancer surgery. She has also completed the Pilates for MS and other Neurological Injuries course. She attended IDEA World Fi...
Oct 22, 2016
You’ve probably had a massage before, but have you heard of Rolfing? If you are active, stressed (and who isn’t), or just want to learn about a bodywork technique that may help you move better then check out our interview with Brian Joly, a Rolfer located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Show Notes: Brian Joly contact info: brianjoly7@gmail.com http://www.brianjolyrolfing.com/ Links mentioned in the Podcast: –Rolf Institute of Structural Integration: http://www.rolf.org/ -PACCSA-...
Oct 15, 2016
Mark Freeman, CEO, Freeman Technique has 20 years of acrobatic experience stemming from Elite International Gymnastics and Cirque du Soleil, Freeman Technique tackles the fundamental elements that develop proficient movement technique by providing the perfect blend of discipline and performing qualities. Freeman Technique instills basic strength, flexibility and spatial awareness in all of its athletes, promoting safer, more efficient and aesthetically pleasing movement, which, in turn, will max...
Oct 08, 2016
Hell on Hills, in Beechview is advertised as the world’s steepest 5k. After interviewing Bethany Ruhe and Melissa Harmon, two of the race organizers, we can’t wait for this to be a yearly event. Beechview, located minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh via the “T,” Pittsburgh’s trolley system, is home to a diverse population…and the steepest street in the world. The staggering 37% grade of Canton is just the beginning of a 5k course that climbs four of the biggest hills Pittsburgh has to offer. T...
Oct 02, 2016
We can’t wait to release our first podcast early Sunday evening- an interview with two of the organizers of the 5km Hell on Hills. Until then…in case you wondered who we are and why FitLabPGH? Remember- we will be on iTunes within the next couple weeks; after we’ve released 1 or 2 interviews. Please be patient.
Sep 30, 2016
