Katherine Puddu, CPT
A native New Yorker, Katherine graduated from Long Island University with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She went on to study Exercise Physiology and received certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, American Fitness Association and the American Council on Exercise. She enjoys many physical activities and practices Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Hatha yoga. She is currently looking to expand her career by working with clients with diabetes, arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Katherine is also an avid kickboxer and competitive runner.
B.A. - Long Island University
NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
ACE Lifestyle and Weight Management Consultant (LWMC)
AFAA Certified Personal Trainer (AFAA-CPT)
Pre/Post Natal Exercise
CPR
Focus Integrated Fitness Journal Reviews: Monthly review of topics relating to current fitness trends, strength and conditioning, exercise physiology and medical journals.
Focus Integrated Fitness Exercise Workshops: Weekly practical training in Yoga, Pilates and Cross Training. All instruction is conducted by leading industry experts.
Advances In Core Training (Gray Cook, MS, PT, OCS, CSCS)
Behavior Modification Techniques for Fitness & Weight Loss (Dr. Charles Platkin)
Integrated Flexibility for the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (Dr. Len Kravitz)
Lactate Threshold Training: Cardio Prescription (Dr. Len Kravitz)
Lateral Speed and Agility (Walter Norton Jr.)
Movement Analysis and Exercise Implementation (Juan Carlos Santana, M.Ed, CSCS)
Neuromuscular Stretching for the Fitness Professional (Rodney Corn, MA, PES, CSCS)
Nutrition: Childhood Through Aging (Dr. Jane Pentz)
Program Design for Special Populations (Natania Goldberg, NASM PT)
Reaction-based Sports Training (Gray Cook, MS, PT, OCS, CSC)
Post Rehabilitation of the Knee (Will Smith,MS, MES)
Strength Training Research: Examining Exercise Variables (Dr. Wayne Wescott)
Biomechanical Effects and Corrective Strategies for Forward Head and Shoulder Posture (Rodney Corn, MA, PES, CSCS)
Post Rehab Guidelines for the Lower Extremity (Dr. Michael Jones)
Exercise Guidelines and Precautions for the Diabetic Client (Emily Spichal, MPH, CPT)
Interval Training and Obesity (Steve Bannerot, MA, CSCS)
Patellofemoral Considerations for the Medical and Fitness Professional (Christopher Johnson, MPT; Jack Mantione, DPT, CSCS)
Concepts in Stretching (Annette Lang, MS, NASM-CPT)
Balancing the Musculoskeletal System (Christopher Johnson, MPT)
Technique; What's Right, What's Wrong? (Christopher McGrath, MS, CSCS)