Lisa Hoteling
Personal Trainer Tier II
Education & Certifications:
B.S. in Physical Education and M.S. in Health Education from Cortland University, A.C.E.-C.P.T., Senior Fitness Certified from Fitness Education Online by Jonathon Petrohilos and American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certified.
Specialties:
Functional fitness (everyday movements), senior population, custom fitness programs for everyone, strength training, and weight loss. I also take successes from my own history to help members navigate through the menopausal years, increasing strength, and enhancing stamina. Before joining the fitness field, I had a successful career as a teacher and coach at one of the local school districts, with experience in soccer, volleyball, and horseback riding. I enjoy working with athletes to improve their sport-related goals.
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Fun Fact:
Avid outdoors enthusiast, whether hiking, cycling, skiing, or horseback riding. I enjoy traveling and exploring new trails.
Why did you go into Personal Training?
Lisa enjoys empowering clients to surpass their self-perceived boundaries on the exercise floor to become their absolute best!
Lisa’s Success Stories
Rebecca F.
I chose Lisa as my trainer specifically because of her focus on women’s health during menopause. Having recently entered the early stages of menopause, I was struggling to understand and adapt to the changes in my body, including a sudden 20-pound weight gain. While it’s easy to find information online about menopause, societal norms often discourage open conversations about this important time in a woman’s life.
Since working with Lisa, I’ve lost inches off my waist and can wear jeans I haven’t fit into in years. More importantly, I’ve learned that my body’s changes are completely normal. It’s refreshing to have a trainer who has gone through this journey herself and validates my experiences. Lisa has not only helped me restore my body confidence, but she’s also tailored my workouts to continually challenge me.
She strikes the perfect balance between being firm and fun, while also being a skilled listener. I highly recommend Lisa as a trainer, especially for women navigating the challenges of menopause.
Margaret T.
I began working with Lisa in May 2024, six months after my total knee replacement. It was time to take my fitness journey seriously, learn how to build strength, continue my recovery, and hopefully delay surgery on my other knee.
Lisa has been thorough, understanding, and attentive to my concerns about resuming physical activity after major orthopedic surgery. She combines the roles of trainer, cheerleader, and educator, knowing when to push me and when to modify exercises based on my readiness.
In the past four months, I’ve gained strength and confidence, lost weight, and achieved things I never thought possible. Best of all, I no longer experience knee pain! I genuinely look forward to my sessions with Lisa. She’s also helped me focus on nutrition to enhance my overall health and success in the gym.
My experience with Lisa and the center has been life-changing. Thank you!
Sarah E.
Lisa has made a tremendous difference in my life. My shoulders and legs are getting stronger. I have more range of motion and less pain in my knees. I can walk up and down stairs with more stability. It’s all due to Lisa. She has gently but consistently motivated me to try new things, challenge my body to stretch that extra inch, and do a few more exercises. I thank her so much for that. She is a dedicated, passionate, and kind person who knows what I need to do to strengthen my weak muscles. I can’t recommend Lisa more highly– she is wonderful. I am so happy to be working with her to get healthier. Thank you, Lisa!!
Justine B.
Lisa has created a program geared to my age and abilities. I have seen considerable progress toward my goals. She always recognizes when I improve in each area. She is a pleasure to work with.
Donna S.
I have been working with Lisa for approximately three months now. She pushes me when needed, yet encourages me at the same time. I can feel my upper body strength increasing, as well as my lower body strength. Thank you, Lisa, for all that you’ve shown me!
Phyllis B.
Lisa helped improve my physical life so much! I had back and leg pain whenever I walked very far, and now I no longer have that problem. My back and legs are stronger. My posture is better. My upper body is strong enough to lift and carry things I could not manage before easily. Lisa listens to how I feel and encourages me to improve in a supportive and understanding way. Training with her is a wonderful part of my life!