About Us

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 Theresa Cordova is a Certified Personal Trainer, Resistance Training Specialist and a Muscle Activation Techniques practitioner, as well as, an exercise science educator,  Founder and President of Changes For Life. Theresa began her fitness career in 2004 working with a variety of clients.

Specializations: exercise physiology, exercise mechanics, neuromuscular aspects of human performance, sport performance, strength training, fitness assessments, cardiopulmonary function,  and clients of special populations: i.e. orthopedic and cardiopulmonary limitations, hypertension, and metabolic disorders.

 Chester’s passion for fitness began over 30 years ago when he started in his martial arts training.  With his extensive background in the martial arts Chester has learned that this discipline can be an exercise form that inspires and encourages clients in engaging in physical activity.  Recently joined the AAPTE community of certified personal trainers in 2017.

Specialization: 5th degree Black Belt American Combat Karate, Black Belt Brazilian Jujitsu, Certified ASP Police Defense.

 Michael is an adjunct professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Long Island University, Post Campus where he teaches Nutrition and Sport, Lifespan Motor Learning and Development, Fitness and Conditioning, and Kinesiology / Biomechanics. He is also
an adjunct professor in the Department of Health Professions and Kinesiology at Hofstra University where he teaches Exercise Physiology and Implementing Fitness Programs. 

Michael also teaches the program design and physiology modules and is a continuing education provider for the Academy of Applied Personal Training Education (AAPTE). Michael is also a certified Primal Health Coach (PHC) and Personal Trainer with over 20 years of personal training experience.

Specializations: AAPTE Personal Training Program, a martial artist since the age of twelve, plus a degree in mechanical engineering from Brooklands College in England.

 Ellen’s career in fitness began when she became a Personal Trainer with AAPTE in 2010. She currently works at the Patchogue Family YMCA. In addition to personal training and group exercise, she is a facilitator/trainer for the Y’s community-based programs such as Moving for Better Balance, Livestrong Cancer Survivor Exercise Program, the Diabetes Prevention and Weight Loss Programs. Ellen is committed to health, physical fitness, longevity and educating others to reach their full potential.

Specializations: Works with active older adults and people with chronic conditions such as Arthritis, MS, and Parkinson’s Disease. Ellen is a MELT Method Instructor, Cancer Exercise Specialist, and is a volunteer for the Long Island Alzheimer’s Association as a Caregiver Support group facilitator.

 Andrea provides her clients with a realistic, sustainable, and comprehensive program that not only focuses on personal fitness goals, but also helps them to reach optimal levels of health related fitness. She takes a functional approach to training, addressing proper dynamic posture, stabilization and core function. With a Master of Science in Physical Education,

Andrea’s certifications include NASM CPT, TRX Suspension Training, TRX Rip Training, CrossCore Rotational Body Weight Training, TriggerPoint Therapy, and EBFA Barefoot Training. She has served on AAPTE’s Job Task Analysis, Subject Matter Expert committees and is currently a director for their Certification Advisory Board.

  Jessica has a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Syracuse University and is a certified Strength & Conditioning Coach through NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association).  Jessica is also a continuing education provider for the AAPTE. 

Specializations: Nutrition Coaching through Precision Nutrition,

Jessica has a passion for helping clients make behavioral changes that lead to improvements in long-term health and wellness.  She believes success comes from gaining control over daily stressors, including; raising children, balancing work and home life, making the right food choices, and finding time for oneself.