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Guest Occupation: Paranormal Investigator
Guest Biography:

Jonathan has been to Waverly Hills Sanatorium, Mansfield Reformatory, Renaissance Hotel, Grey's Armory. He felt a presence at Waverly and possibly caught an apparition in a picture. Jonathan enjoys spending time with his children and family. He strives to making the most out of every day and doing everything while he can.

Guest Category: Paranormal
Guest Occupation: Fitness Trainer
Guest Biography:

STEVE JORDAN

About Steve

Hi! My name is Steve Jordan and I’m grateful you’re taking the first step towards a healthy and fit lifestyle.

I’ve always loved to exercise and feel good. I was the kid who couldn’t sit still in class and would much rather be playing a sport or playing with friends.

I played every sport and I was always at least a year younger of all my friends and teammates. I excelled in lacrosse and football in high school capturing the title of captain for both sports with All State honors in lacrosse. However, I was never the biggest, nor the fastest or the most athletic. But I was always extremely determined and persistent to be just as good or better than my older friends.

Growing up was not easy for me. My parent were strong believers in “tough love” and they expected a lot from me and were hard to please, so there was always tension at home. I got picked on, bullied and even beaten up by older classmates in high school. Excelling in sports was a way to gain respect and acceptance among my peers.

Playing Sports Was My Way To Feel Accepted

I had lacrosse scholarships to division III schools, but really had my heart set on playing at the University of Maryland a division I powerhouse that was always a dream. So, I enrolled and sent a highlight tape to the coach and was turned down for a scholarship, but was offered a “good look” if I walked on. I eventually got accepted for my academics and decided to just go for it. Why not? I always worked my tail off to gain the respect and admiration of my classmates, so why couldn’t I do it here too.

My college dreams of playing lacrosse didn’t turn out exactly the way I dreamed of. These dreams were derailed after an accident falling off a two story balcony landing on my head resulting in brain surgery to save my life and prevent permanent brain damage. This TBI (traumatic brain injury) shattered my identity. I didn’t know who I was or how I would recover.

Would anyone want to hang out with me if I couldn’t speak in full sentences without stuttering?

Was I going to be made fun of because I was paralyzed on the left side of my face?

Were people going to feel sorry for me and make feel bad about myself?

Could I study and finish school if I couldn’t even remember a phone number or someones name?

What was the rest of my life going to be like???

These and so many more questions polluted my mind constantly.

I mustered up as much positive energy as I could during these transformative years into a full recovery to live a life of health and fitness.

I had an obsessive belief that I would recover

During my three year recovery both physically and cognitively, I realized that being fit was not just about looking good, or performing better in sports, but it was a way to rebuild myself from the inside out, including my self esteem, my character and my passion to just feel great regardless of what I looked like. But when I started seeking information, mentors and inspiration on how to create a better life for myself, that’s when everything started to change for the better.

My first career job was a  personal trainer at the White House under the Clinton administration for one year, I built a small private training business while finishing my Kinesiology degree at the University of Maryland.

Even with this initial career success, my career journey was not easy. Although I physically and mentally I showed no signs of this terrible accident, I still had the the emotional scars of the fear of being judged, being different and the fear of failure.

Since then it’s been an uphill endeavor for me to create, build and grow both personally and professionally to keep myself inspired and relevant.

But I’ve learned to practice gratitude along this journey and harness that same positive energy I did when I was going through my recovery from the TBI to create and manifest an awesome career that is highlighted throughout this website and beyond.

I’ve been a educator teaching cutting edge exercise science for the top companies in the fitness and sports performance arenas. I’ve trained all kinds of people of all demographics including some of the most influential or successful people in the world who could hire anyone, at any price to learn how to be healthy and fit. I’ve spoken in front of fortune 500 companies and have had guest speaking opportunities at world class retreats. And I’ve traveled to the most luxurious and remote destinations around the world with client’s in ways that are fit for a king. And much more.

Educating and inspiring people is my purpose

But no matter where I’ve been, what I’ve achieved or who I’ve trained…I still struggle with my insecurities of not being good enough. Nonetheless, I find that passion for teaching health and fitness to others which fuels me to keep rising above and not falling, growing and not dying, creating and not destroying, and giving and not withholding.

I’m a firm believer that living a healthy and fit life, the journey you experience, and the lives you impact is more important than what you do or what you have accumulated. I got a taste of living how the 1% of the 1% live. And I realized that when I commit to my vision and purpose – I give 100% of my passion…and anything is possible for you and I.

It’s hard to think that over the past 23 years since my accident from almost paralyzed, brain dead and almost dead that I could have all these extraordinary experiences I’ve had in my career and life.

Now I’m committed to impacting 1 billion lives. I teach people how to pursue a healthy and fit lifestyle to fulfill their life’s dreams.

I do this through my online training, podcast, blog, videos, retreats and one on one interactions.

I’m so grateful where life has taken me and the life that I’ve chosen to live everyday. I believe we are all composers of our own life, and I’m truly blessed for the adversity I’ve faced. It makes me appreciate my life now and have a deeper compassion for others who suffer in much bigger ways.

I’ve been mentoring young health and fitness professionals through email, phone calls and even mentor programs I’ve created here in LA at my private training studio.

Always remember you were born for a purpose and something bigger than your ego. But YOU have to stop making the excuse that you can’t be healthy and fit because you do have the answers or resources. No one is going to do it for you! No one did it for me.

It’s your Responsibility to create a healthy and fit life where you can do and live your dreams like I am. No one is going to give you the power to build your mental strength, emotional stability and physical prowess. That’s all up to you!

Your dreams matter because YOU Matter! Never forget that!  But you must learn to focus on the positive, build the foundation, visualize the goal and use the tools to compose your own story. Be the star you were born to be. Start the journey with me because the world is a better place when you are healthy and fit my friend!

Trust me! You have what it takes to be healthy and fit!

Steve Jordan, BS, CSCS, CES, PES, CPT, HLC

Guest Category: Health & Lifestyle, Fitness & Exercise, Nutrition, Kids & Family, Philosophy, Psychology, Self Help, Sports & Recreation
Guest Occupation: Trombonist and Songwriter
Guest Biography:

TY TAYLOR

Ty Taylor on his…

“The Nouveau MId-Century Romance Songbook”

It was the yellow brick road that lead me to my crush on mid-century jazz standards. At age 7, while watching The Wizard of Oz and understanding the message of “somewhere over the rainbow,” I felt the the sky and my dreams open. I owe my a lot of my optimism to composer Harold Arlen. 
 
That same year I remember staying up past my bed time and sneaking in a viewing of the Billie Holiday bio pic Lady Sings The Blues.  When Abel Meeropol’s“ Strange Fruit” scratched my ears it ushered my soul to a depth that no seven year old should dive into.  In one year I fell in love with the brightest and darkest songs I’ve heard even to this day and a style, genre and period of music that most effortlessly connects to core of  who I am. I started taking voice lessons the following year and my favorite songs were those of Gershwin, Porter, Ellington, Strayhorne and the like. My favorite voices were Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Sara Vaughn, Mel Torme, Dinah Washington and the singing of famous trumpeter, Chet Baker. The themes, melodies, chords, timelessness and sheer coolness of those early american songbook tunes were unparalleled. 
 
When a trombone fell from the heavens, into my hands and upon my lips it cherried my adoration for jazz and mid-century music.  I started penning my own valentine’s to songbook that formed me. I challenge myself everyday to create pieces that will pepper our somewhat cold zeitgeist with kiss of old fashioned fine romance.
Guest Category: Performing Arts, Entertainment, Music
Guest Occupation: Musician
Guest Biography:

AARON GOLDBERG

My name is Aaron Goldberg and was born in Los Angeles, CA.  I happily still call LA home and continue to work and make my music, building a community of artists around me.
 
I love to make people happy. Music seems to make people happy. Making music also makes me happy. If I can make music that makes other people happy, then I am in turn, generating an endless cycle of positivity and good vibes. What can beat that?  I think that a continuously growing cycle of happiness is just what the world needs right now.
Guest Category: Performing Arts, Entertainment, Music
Guest Occupation: Film Producer
Guest Biography:

ARTHUR DIENNET

Arthur Diennet was born in Paris, France and grew up in The Bahamas, where he began making films with his dad in his spare time as a teenager.

He finished his first feature film (‘If God Wants’) at 18, filming it after school and on weekends for 3 years.

He was then given the opportunity to make a 2nd Feature Film in Hollywood, based on the success of his first.

The process of making the film (‘American Bistro’) proved to be quite the disaster and, like most disasters, doubled as a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Throughout the many years, the trials of making it healed his relationship with his friends and family, his handicapped sister and, ultimately, himself.

After 8 years, 4 reshoots and 2 legal battles he is finally on the cusp of finishing it.

Guest Category: Performing Arts, Literature, Visual Arts, Entertainment, Philosophy
Guest Occupation: PT, MPT, DPT
Guest Biography:

With 20 years clinical experience, Dr. Nessler challenges himself to be a thought leader in sports medicine, injury prevention and movement dysfunction. With 18 years’ experience in management of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training programs, he constantly challenges conventional wisdom to think outside the box in developing applications utilizing evidence based practice integrated with the latest technology in order to address an epidemic problem of non-contact injuries in youth athletics.

Through years of clinical research and practical clinical applications, Dr. Nessler has developed a comprehensive methodology on how to assess the lower kinetic chain in athletes that not only reduces injury rates but also improves athletic performance. In 2014, he blended this knowledge with the Xbox One to develop a fully automated movement assessment that could be used in pre-participation athletic physicals and military settings.

Today, Dr. Nessler has leveraged wearable sensor technology (DorsaVi) to develop a comprehensive athletic biomechanical analysis (ViPerform AMI) that can be used to assess risk for non-contact LKC injuries and performance opportunities. With over 1000 data points of movement related data, teams, coaches and athletes can easily assess where opportunities exist for performance enhancement and injury risk reduction.

Along with the ViPerform AMI and ACL Play It Safe, Dr. Nessler looks to continue this development of ways to apply the latest technology and biomechanical sciences to allow for scalable solutions to have profound impact on the non-contact injury epidemic impacting our kids today.

National Director of Sports Innovation

As the nation's leading and largest outpatient rehabilitation provider, Physiotherapy Associates/Select Medical also provides one of the largest, most comprehensive and innovative sports medicine programs in the US. With over 20 years clinical experience in sports medicine and as a recognized leader in movement assessment, Trent joins the team as the National Director of Sports Medicine Innovation.

Guest Category: Health & Lifestyle, Kids & Family, Medicine, Self Help, Society and Culture, Sports & Recreation, Variety
Guest Occupation: C.P.T., Holistic Nutrition Coach
Guest Biography:

Donna Fatigato has been in the fitness industry for 36 years; ACE-certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Nutrition Coach, NETA Group Fitness Instructor, Specialty Training in Yoga, Pilates, Kickbox and Cycle, Wellness Planning and Nutrition.  Donna is also a Director at USANA Health Sciences, Inc.  

A seasoned wellness professional of 36 years with an extensive history of coaching, teaching and implementation of corporate wellness programs.

Certified as an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Nutrition Coach, Group Fitness Instructor with specialties in Yoga, Pilates, Kickboxing and Spin.

A professional member and spokesperson for the National Fitness Hall of Fame.

Food prep and monthly healthy cooking classes offered since 2013.

Best Selling Author of 'Q2 ~ A Healthy Recipe for a Balanced Life'

Best Selling Author of 'Rise Above: 8 Portraits of Life Transformation'



YOUnique LIFElong FITness will come to you - your house, business or school.  If you would like personal training, fitness and cooking classes, nutritional/wellness seminars or workshops outside of your home - several studio locations are available to YOUnique, including Bloomingdale, Carol Stream and Winfield, Illinois.



The YOUnique staff is compiled of wellness-minded and professional trainers with YOUR best interest in mind.  We pride ourselves on helping people to reach their goals by positive steps toward permanent changes with realistic expectations.  



Contact Donna@q2fit.com for more information. 

Guest Category: Health & Lifestyle, Kids & Family, Self Help, Sports & Recreation, Variety
Guest Occupation: ACE certified personal trainer, Co-developer of Strongboard Balance Boards
Guest Biography:

StrongBoard balance was founded by Mike Curry, and ACE certified personal trainer, and his wife, Adella Curry who runs a marketing consultancy. It was created and designed by Mike, while Adella heads the company’s sales and marketing departments.

StrongBoard balance is a one piece apparatus with the springs connected between a base and platform. Unlike traditional balance trainers, there is no tube or roller, which prevents the board from sliding out from underneath or coming apart. Due to this, StrongBoard balance is safer to balance on than other balance boards. StrongBoard Balance’s effectiveness lies in patented multi spring technology which prevents stabilization from occurring when body weight is applied. Through employing various balance techniques, StrongBoard Balance works to strengthen the core, strengthen stabilizing muscles and build neuropathic communication. By not allowing stabilization, the user’s muscles never stops working. With a design consisting of a solid base and a flat top, StrongBoard Balance is an effective tool for exercises including pushups, step ups, squats, and many others.

Guest Category: Business, Health & Lifestyle, Kids & Family, Self Help, Sports & Recreation, Variety