The Fitness Forum Staff!
Jill Mahar - General Manager
John C. Henneberg - Assistant Manager
Kenneth Foresti - Corporate Marketing Director
Our Personal Trainers!
Michael Janiak
- B.S. Physical Education:
- Founder of One-on-One Fitness Program at the Track and Racquet Club in 1998: one of the 3 original Personal Trainers in the Syracuse Area!
- Over 25,000 hours in personal training experience as well as teaching and coaching at the Junior High and High School level.
As a Nationally Ranked Racquet Ball Player, Mike has traveled the country learning conditioning skills from the best Fitness Experts. This experience earned Mike a 2 year teaching stint at the
- B.S. Exercise Science; concentration in Fitness
- Development
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
- Experience with all types of clients, from young children to Olympic level athletes (Internship as Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the USA Women’s Handball Team).
The client’s goals are my number one priority. I will help you reach your goals in the safest and most efficient manner.
Michael LaNeve
- Certified Personal Trainer
- Mike has worked as a personal trainer in our facility since 1993, helping hundreds of adults and young people alike reach their fitness and/or performance goals.
- Mike became certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association after completing coursework in Exercise Science at SUNY Brockport and SUNY Cortland.
Mike believes that all reasonable exercise or performance goals are attainable with focus and the correct guidance. He also believes that having a plan and utilizing specific workout formats will ensure continued progress. Mike has taken a special interest in area athletes, helping individual athletes, coaches & organizations to train in preparation for their particular sport. Working with athletes to improve multi-directional as well as linear speed is a strong focus for Mike year round. Mike is an accomplished Powerlifter and Olympic weightlifter, and has also competed in track & field.
Eric Thompson
- B.S. in Health & Wellness:
- ACSM Certified Health & Fitness Instructor
- Fitness Forum Personal Trainer since 1998
We need to stay fit and strong so we can continue to do tomorrow, what we can do today.
Dan Goldberg
- B.S. Managerial Economics,
- Crossfit Coach
- Kettlebell Coach with Kettlebell Athletics and Crossfit
While Dan specializes in performance based fitness, he has often designed programs to help clients fit into a smaller pair of pants. Dan’s passion is helping people reach new heights of performance from marathon runners to football players and from triathletes to grandmothers working in the garden.
Ali Cousins
- B.S. Exercise Science;
- AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
- Director of the Weight Management Program called P.R.E.P.!
I will make the most of your time at the gym with training customized to meet your specific goals. I work well with individuals of all ages and ability levels, and I know how to tone-up a woman’s “problem areas!!”
Errin Musengo Klein
- B.S. in Economics and a Minor in Health Science from
- National Exercise Trainers Association for 11 years
- Pilates Institute of America Matwork Level 1 and Level 2 advanced Certification for 3 years
- Beginner and Intermediate Pilates Reformer Certification
- Schwinn Spinning Certified Instructor
- Multiple Fitness and Aerobic Certifications
Whether you’re looking for maintenance, injury prevention, or to take your health and fitness to a new level, then Pilates Reformer Training is for you! Proper focus and energy channeling are key elements to help you achieve an overall well being. Errin specializes in One-On-One Pilates Reformer Training. A mother of two, Errin knows the importance of fitting fitness into a hectic daily schedule. Take your Pilates experience to a new level!!
Henry Elwyn
- B.S. Exercise Science; concentration in Fitness
- Development: SUNY
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
- NCCPT Certified Personal Trainer
- 4 years experience playing collegiate baseball
I design exercise programs based on clients’ goals and exercise history. Consistency is the key. I believe that everyone has the right to the body of their dreams. I will provide the guidance and motivation needed.
- Masters of Science in Physical Therapy:
- College, 2002
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, NSCA, 2001
There are no short-cuts, special formulas or magic diets to get and keep you fit and in good health. Healthy food, hard work, determination and motivation are the keys to meeting and maintaining fitness goals and knowing your own body and how it works is crucial to avoiding injury. Remember to have fun, keep things interesting and stay motivated.
- B.S. in Exercise Physiology and Dance:
- MA Exercise Physiology and Nutrition:
- Registered Dietitian
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
By integrating the fields of exercise, nutrition, and sports medicine, I can bring a holistic approach to helping clients.
Jill Mahar
- B.S. Physical Education with concentration in Exercise
Science: - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- Schwinn Spinning Certified
Without a doubt you get what you put in when it comes to your exercise and health program. Pushing my clients to the limit and watching them walk away with a sweat, a smile, and a feeling of accomplishment is what it is all about.
John Henneberg
- B.S. Exercise Science;
- Certified Personal Trainer,
- Licensed Massage Therapist
- Experience playing collegiate hockey for a national championship team.
I love working with all individuals but I’m passionate about improving your activities of daily living, balance, stability, and especially helping you to reach your goals in a safe and efficient manner.
