Christina Canterino
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Phone: (631) 416-0729
Email: christina.canterino@gmail.com
Christina has been working and training at Elite Functional Performance since January of 2016. Over these 5+ years she has learned the real meaning of functional fitness and how to train the body for day-to-day life and longevity. Her keen ability to build strong relationships with her clients and teaching them that coming to the gym is more than just a workout, has led to them coming for this total mind/body connection experience. She has helped numerous clients recover from multiple ailments and has trained many women though all phases of pregnancy. Christina‘s positive attitude, happy personality, and willingness to help has inspired others to want to achieve their life and fitness goals.
Christina has always enjoyed sports, dabbling in a wide array throughout her life: boxing, figure skating, softball, ice hockey, track & cross country. However, her passion for health & fitness started after joining a fitness club in NYC in 2014. After months of taking weekly Tabata, Athletic Conditioning, MetCon, boxing and other H.I.I.T classes at the gym, Christina was able to transform her body by losing sixty pounds. She then decided that it was her goal to inspire and motivate others.
Christina was born on Long Island, NY, and received her B.A. in Psychology and Sociology from Stony Brook University. She is certified through the national Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) with a Personal Training Certification, Women’s Fitness Specialist Certification and Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Training. She has lived most of her life between New York and North Carolina.
TJ Chaney
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Phone: (585) 719-7225
Email: torincha@gmail.com
My name is TJ Chaney. I was born and raised in Rochester, NY and moved to Charlotte, NC in 2015. I immediately got NASM certified and started my fitness career doing group fitness at Orangetheory Fitness.
After practicing group fitness for about two years, I wanted to focus more on individual, one on one training in which I could learn more and use more of my knowledge about writing specific programs for clients. That’s when I crossed paths with Rich O’Neill and found Elite Functional Performance. After shadowing a couple of the trainers here for a few months, I’ve learned more about the human body in that short amount of time than I did since I first got certified. I was able to see, first hand, clients that have been dealing with pain for years, workout here at EFP and resolve those issues after a handful of sessions.
I, myself, am a prime example of a case that proves what we do at EFP works. I unfortunately suffered a traumatic injury in June of 2018 in which I severed my quadricep tendon. I did all of my rehab and physical therapy here and was back on my feet in no time. You can watch all of the episodes and check out the week-by-week progression by visiting our YouTube page: EFP Charlotte, NC.
Alex Allpress
Certified Personal Trainer
My name is Alex Allpress. I am from Cedar Rapids Iowa and earned a degree in Human Physiology from the University of Iowa in 2018. Go Hawkeyes! I have been active since I was young, playing softball, tennis, volleyball, competitive cheerleading, and finally found my passion in Olympic weightlifting. After realizing how much of a positive impact activity and fitness had on my life, I wanted to share that passion with others. In 2016 I received my personal training certificate and it changed my life. I love teaching a wide variety of movements and workout styles. Personally, I favor teaching the barbell movements and helping clients reach their strength and technique goals. I am now a graduate student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, pursuing a degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Fitness, and movement are so important to living a healthy lifestyle and it enlightens me to know that I can use my knowledge to help people reach their goals and work towards happiness.
Kathleen Miller
Kathleen Miller, PT, was born in the Midwest and raised in the Southeast, US. Kathleen graduated from the University of TN at Chattanooga in 1995, traveled as a Physical Therapist throughout the Northeast a few years and settled in Sarasota, FL for nearly 20 years. She and her husband have now made Charlotte their home after spending a few years in Seattle exploring the PNW. Her interests in treatment are general orthopedics of all ages. She is also trained in myofascial release and feels strongly in educating the patient to effectively self manage their own condition/injury. She is also NASM trained as a personal trainer and helps to continue the patient’s healing in facilitating continued exercise regimes to a higher level post-rehab. She is excited to be a part of the EFP family serving as a personal trainer with the background knowledge of a Physical Therapist. She has always felt there was a disconnect once patients finished rehab. Her passion is implementing a full functional mobility and strengthening program around ailments and orthopedic concerns, always with a conservative approach.
Nogui Solano
"Born and raised amidst the vibrant culture of Venezuela, Nogui developed a profound appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle from a young age. His venture beyond the familiar borders into the cultural landscape of Costa Rica marked a pivotal juncture in his journey. Immersing himself in the multifaceted world of wellness practices, Nogui not only expanded his horizons but also cultivated a holistic understanding of health and well-being through the discipline of Martial Arts. His passion found a home in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he not only competes at a high level but also dedicates himself to teaching, sharing the transformative power of martial arts with others.
While initially navigating the corridors of Corporate banking, Nogui's heart yearned for a more fulfilling purpose. In a decisive move in 2023, after a successful career, he earned his Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) credentials through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), reshaping his trajectory toward his true calling. Today, Nogui draws from a wealth of international experiences, cultural insights and corporate acumen to guide individuals on their journeys toward healthier lives. Thanks to all of this, he extends beyond the confines of physical training, placing a robust emphasis on personal growth. Seamlessly intertwining the transformative aspects of martial arts into his fitness philosophy, Nogui doesn't just impart physical prowess but also nurtures a mindset that fosters lasting change. His authentic passion for developing genuine relationships and positively influencing people sets him apart, as he becomes not just a coach but a catalyst for individuals seeking a sustainable and fulfilling approach to fitness and personal development, leaving an indelible impact on their lives."
Giulia Grasso
Giulia, also commonly know as GG, is a certified movement specialist through NASM. GG has a competitive college swimming background and she has worked in the rehabilitation therapy environment, both here in the US and in Europe. GG is focused on exercise training and rehabilitation movement, both for a standard population and for athletes; her main goal is to provide the maximum range of motion while maintaining strength and power in the movement.