Trainers
Tara Hampton - Fitness Trainer
Tara is one of the leading fitness trainers in the US. She received a BA at Western Michigan University, where she earned a degree in exercise science and a minor in biology. She is regarded as one of the most intelligent and thoughtful experts on fitness and nutrition in the world today.
The Fitness Loft is the culmination of a personal-training career dedicated to helping people fulfill their full potential--physically, mentally and spiritually. With 15 years of experience as a personal trainer, Tara has been determined to create an environment that’s ideally suited to helping her clients realize all of their training and personal goals.
As owner and head trainer of The Fitness Loft, she has built that environment from a dream to the reality of an ideal training space that’s beautiful, motivational and designed for success. The goal at The Fitness Loft is to focus on being strong and healthy—Tara’s physical fitness challenge since childhood.
Tara has competed at the national level in many figure and fitness events, and has represented several nutritional supplement companies as a national spokesperson. She has been showcased as a fitness model and a role model for women in health and fitness publications.
Her message is based on a commitment to a healthy lifestyle: “I truly believe the benefits of exercise, stretching and feeling strong in our lives is a priceless gift. I really enjoy being the voice of encouragement for all of my clients.”
Lisa Egelkraut - Fitness Trainer
Lisa graduated from Olivet College in 2009 with a degree in Fitness Management and a minor in psychology. Lisa is an energetic and active person and wants to help others reach their goals. She was a four year NCAA Division III Intercollegiate athlete, where she gained experience in the fitness field and is currently pursing to become a certified personal trainer through American Council on Exercise.
Kristi Hainline - Fitness Trainer
Kristi Hainline is a 22-year veteran in the group fitness industry. Kristi is certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and has choreographed and developed programs both domestically and abroad. Her experience includes teaching group fitness in Hawaii, Colorado, Guam and Aruba as well as the last eight years in Battle Creek, MI. Kristi most recently owned and operated Simply Fit Group Exercise Center and is delighted to be partnering with The Fitness Loft to offer her world-class fitness classes at Burnham Brook Community Center beginning August 1, 2010. Contact Kristi for more information or to get a schedule of group fitness classes that will be offered by The Fitness Loft at Burnham Brook at simplyfitgec@gmail.com or call 269-209-9070.
Angie Lemus
Angie graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2007. She has been a certified Les Mills group fitness instructor since 2006 and is currently an AFAA certified personal trainer. Angie believes in working hard to reach your goals and constantly keeping your body guessing to push past plateaus. She is currently teaching Body Pump and Cardio Drumming classes as well as one-on-one training and Pure Cardio sessions.