Our Staff

Personal Trainers:

Chris Kissner has been studying health and fitness for 25 years.  She is passionate about physical fitness and the results that it brings.  She was instrumental in starting the "Reach for the Stars" program and is currently the Lead Instructor at Vitalize! Wellness Centre.  Chris has a degree in Personal Training and Nutrition, is a certified lifeguard, CPR certified and is trained by the Arthritis Foundation in aquatics, land exercise and Self-Help Course Leader.  She is currently finishing her studies for the ACE personal training certification.  Chris' fitness philosophy is work hard within your personal limits, eat the best food you can afford and enjoy the journey!

Irene Kahler has a BS degree in Community and School Health, a BS degree in Physical Education and a minor in Coaching.  She has a mini MBA in Healthcare Management.  She had over 2000 hours in athletic training for the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.  She is a certified Yoga Instructor and is in the process of attaining her Personal Training Certification.  She has worked with special needs populations.  Irene recently worked as a Health Coordinator and Personal Trainer for a local chiropractic office, where she taught therapeutic exercise to patients as well as core exercise classes.  Irene managed a clinically based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program that served referred patients from Winona County physicians and clinics.  irene's heart is in helping others live a better quality of life through health and fitness---no matter what stage they may be at when they begin their individual fitness journey.