MEET THE PERSONAL TRAINERS

Marilee Thornton

After being an active member of Monmouth Fitness and falling in love with fitness, Marilee began subbing Zumba at MFC in January of 2023. In May of 2023 Jaclyn approached Marilee and asked if she would be interested in training to take over a weekly Pump class. She found a passion for conditioning and weight training and went on to be in-house trained in Pilates, Spin, HIIT and several other formats of weight training group fitness classes. In January of 2024 she obtained her ACE Personal Trainer Certification to train members in addition to her regular group fitness classes. “As a mom of two young children fitness has become a huge priority and form of self-care. I feel my best when I work out and want to set a positive example for my kids. I want to help others achieve their goals and feel their best as well”. She is currently working towards her Women's Fitness Specialization Certification to best serve her female clients.

Nate Jarvis

Nate is an accredited personal trainer through NASM. His path to fitness has been a transformative journey shaped by challenges and triumphs. After a period of struggle, he rediscovered his passion for fitness and wellness.

In high school, he was dedicated to weight training, but life led him down a different path for a while. Now, years later, he's embraced a lifestyle centered on health, happiness, and resilience. He incorporates weight training and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu into his daily routine, fueling both body and spirit, he believes that exercise and proper nutrition are powerful tools for personal growth and well-being. His mission is to help others unlock their potential and find joy in their fitness journey

Eric Tichenor

Eric is an Exercise Science major at Western Oregon University. He began training in 2021 when school transitioned to an online format. Since starting, Eric has learned a lot from different trainers, physical therapists, nutritionists, and countless other fitness professionals he’s met along the way. Eric is certified through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), but his second certification through CFSC (Certified Functional Strength Coach) has really helped him find his identity as a trainer. Eric specializes in Functional Strength Training, Mobility, Weight Loss, Corrective Exercise, and Injury Rehabilitation. Eric is currently working to finish his degree at WOU to expand his knowledge on fitness.