Meet Your Trainers

Personal Training provides you with Accountability, Motivation, and Expertise.  Let our trainers design a custom workout and nutrition program to help you reach your weight loss and fitness goals.

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Patrick Durbin

Education and Certifications

B.S. in Kinesiology from Western Illinois University
ACT Certified Personal Trainer

Expertise

Patrick works with clients who need to lose 100+ pounds, or just a few pounds. He assists his clients in creating realistic nutritional habits with a strong focus on meal planning and preparation.

About

Patrick served his country proudly from 2000–2004 and deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. After his military service, he attended college at Western Illinois University where he earned his bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology in 2008 and where he met his loving wife April. His hobbies include outdoor activities ranging from running, hiking, boating, swimming, grilling, and of course... exercising! He has one son named Luke, born in 2013, and a daughter named Sarah, born in 2016, and resides with his family in Crystal Lake, IL. Patrick is the owner and founder of Weightloss Transformation and has been helping people reach their health and fitness goals for over 16 years.

Favorite Quotes to Live By

"You can't out-exercise poor eating habits"
"Abs aren't made in the gym, they're made in the kitchen"
"Some people dream of success... while others wake-up and work hard at it"

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Jordan Cunningham

Education and Certifications

NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Certified Nutrition Coach

Expertise

Jordan has worked with clients varying in all ages and skill levels.  From the busy mom, to the regular exerciser who needs extra accountability and motivation, to athletes who need precise nutrition and sport specific exercise routines.

About

Jordan started her fitness journey when she was only 16 years old. After years of training and lots of research in nutrition and diets, a career in competitive bodybuilding, and her desire to help others achieve great results, she became what she was searching for.  A coach for the every day person. With her passion centered around diet and nutrition, as well as proper exercise form, she has helped many clients instill the changes and habits needed to accomplish their goals.

Favorite Quotes to Live By

“Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can"
“Sustainability over expeditious"
"Be the light you search for in others"

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Mollie Whiting

Education and Certifications

Bachelors in Health and Wellness - University of Dubuque
Masters in Business Administration - University of Dubuque
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist
NASM Behavior Change Specialist
NASM Virtual Coaching Specialist
AFFA Group Fitness Instructor

Expertise

Mollie's expertise is in motivation and behavioral change. She has worked with a variety of clients one on one, in a group setting and also has experience with online/virtual coaching.  She enjoys helping others build healthy habits that can be used for a lifetime.  Her goal is to make fitness enjoyable and challenging to ensure long lasting results.

About

Mollie has always had a passion for fitness. She played basketball most of her life, coached college and high school basketball for many years.  She enjoys lifting weights and anything that involves competition.  In her personal time, Mollie loves anything outdoors, traveling, concerts and anything that involves her extremely spoiled Rottweiler, Stella.

Favorite Quotes to Live By

“Success is determined by your ability to be uncomfortable"
“Respect your body. Its the only one you get"
"The best way to predict the future is to create it"

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Angie Berthelsen

Education and Certifications

Masters in Kinesiology - A.T. Still University of Health and Sciences
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Yoga Teacher Certified

Expertise

Angie’s passion for movement, and helping others achieve their fitness goals, has been an integral part of her life for as long as she can remember. She loves physical activity and strongly believes that the mental side of fitness is the core to achieving one's goals. Angie finds immense joy and fulfillment in various forms of movement, whether it's a high intensity Fat-burning workout, yoga, or walking outdoors. The act of moving her body invigorates her and provides a strong sense of freedom.

About

Angie combines her talents as an exercise and weight loss coach, with her skills in meditation and yoga. The combination helps her burn fat and sweat it out in a workout, and stay grounded and centered, especially in moments of stress or chaos.  Angie is constantly seeking new ways to incorporate movement into her own life and her clients lives, from fat burning & toning workouts, to morning stretches and evening walks. Angie loves encouraging those around her to embrace the benefits of an active lifestyle.

Favorite Quotes to Live By

“Its not about perfect, it's about effort. And when you bring effort every single day, that's where transformation happens.  That's where change occurs."
“At the end of the day, your health is your responsibility"
"Be brave and be patient. Have faith in yourself; trust in the significance of your life."

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John Walker

Education and Certifications

Bachelors in Special Education
ISBE Health Education Endorsement/ Certification
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
ISBE Physical Education Endorsement/ Certification

Expertise

John specializes in Weigh loss, Toning, Fat Burning, Nutrition Guidance, Boxing, and Sports Performance. John dives deep into accountability and motivation with his clients, and provides clear steps & goals to help his clients succeed on their fitness journey.

About

John started his fitness journey when he was 10 years old.  He began lifting weights and challenging himself everyday as a kid. He learned to value and love fitness through his sports career.  John competed in Martial arts, Football, Wrestling, and Track from a kid through his college years.  John has trained in Mixed martial arts for 10 years of his life.  John works with many clients in many disciplines including; Interval training, weight loss, cardio kickboxing & boxing, strength training and functional fitness training. With over 8 years of experience in Physical Education, John has sharpened his teaching & leadership skills. John has a huge passion for fitness and highly values the discipline, and the physical and mental health benefits exercise provides.

Favorite Quotes to Live By

“Repetition is the Mother of Skill."
“There is no elevator to Success, you have to take the stairs."
"When you look in the mirror, that's the one person you cannot lie to."