MEET THE TEAM
ANNE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect a flowing, full body workout, ALWAYS OBLIQUES, and a lot of core. I love to make it challenging."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Plank Dancing Crunch​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Ice cream. All the ice cream in the world!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"SWIM. My happy place is the ocean and water. Also my family and of course TCL!"
TANDI
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Good upbeat music, a lot of energy, and a challenging fast-paced class that will push your limits in the most supportive and non-judgemental setting."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Any and all obliques at the back of the machine
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Hot fudge sundae with a lot of extra hot fudge."
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is being on a beach, listening to the waves and having some good music playing in the background!"
SOFIA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to challenge yourself through a high energy and mindful flow. Push past your limits and get stronger each class!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Plank Crunch or Teaser​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Gelato always :)"
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is anywhere I feel at peace and grounded. I love watching the sunset near the water and am the happiest at the beach."
MEET THE TEAM
ANNE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect a flowing, full body workout, ALWAYS OBLIQUES, and a lot of core. I love to make it challenging."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Plank Dancing Crunch​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Ice cream. All the ice cream in the world!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"SWIM. My happy place is the ocean and water. Also my family and of course TCL!"
TANDI
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Good upbeat music, a lot of energy, and a challenging fast-paced class that will push your limits in the most supportive and non-judgemental setting."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Any and all obliques at the back of the machine
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Hot fudge sundae with a lot of extra hot fudge."
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is being on a beach, listening to the waves and having some good music playing in the background!"
SOFIA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to challenge yourself through a high energy and mindful flow. Push past your limits and get stronger each class!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Plank Crunch or Teaser​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Gelato always :)"
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is anywhere I feel at peace and grounded. I love watching the sunset near the water and am the happiest at the beach."
DENISE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Always be ready, and expect a challenge (mentally & physically)."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Any oblique moves​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Sweet & savory, potato chips and dark chocolate (actually anything and everything dark chocolate)."
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is HOME with my husband and dogs. And I LOVE WATCHING THE ASTROS."
MAY
KIM
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to feel challenged while encouraged in a positive environment! You will hear lots of descriptions about each move that we are doing throughout class."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Twisted kneeling crunch with a saw or twisted pike to plank
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Anything salty & spicy!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"I love to travel and stay fit. My happy place is with my pups, hubby,& friends!"
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to push each other to leave better than when you came through the door!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Deadlifts!​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Coffee at all hours of the day! Yes, even at 9 PM before bed time!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is anywhere where I am helping people pursuit life long health and well-being. Whether it’s as a professor, researcher, clinician, or TCL coach!"
MALLORIE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to leave feeling stronger through pushing yourself past your comfort zone!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Super Lunge​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Any type of chip & dip!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"The current chapter of my life is all about my kids. My happy place is seeing them in their happy place. This includes watching my son play soccer and my daughter dance."
STEPHANIE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to walk out shaking! A challenging yet motivating class, guaranteed to make you feel stronger physically and mentally each and every time."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Mermaid, glute press, flying donkey kick, floor plank to pike - aka anything spicy!
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"All the sweets... specifically Blue Bell Cookie Two Step ice cream. Fun fact: I can finish a gallon in 2 days."
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is in the Colorado mountains - hiking, kayaking, riding horses, just being outdoors! Closer to home, my happy place is definitely at TCL surrounded by so many inspiring people."
CHELSEE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To get shaky and find your strength."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Any lunge.
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Chips & Queso."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Other than The Core Lab - the beach."
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VERONICA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A great workout and good playlist. You leave refresh and energized."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Platform & Super Lunge
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"No guilt at all! Love watching Friends, The Office, Sex and the City."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Our Airstream. Love to take trips during the summer."
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PERLA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To transform your strength one movement at a time."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Back Lunge
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Pistachio ice cream."
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HAPPY PLACE
"The ocean."
CATHY
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To work hard, but feel great when you leave."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Mermaid
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Candy Crush."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Anywhere outside with a beautiful view and a cool breeze."
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PERLA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To transform your strength one movement at a time."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Back Lunge
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Pistachio ice cream."
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HAPPY PLACE
"The ocean."
CATHY
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To work hard, but feel great when you leave."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Mermaid
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Candy Crush."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Anywhere outside with a beautiful view and a cool breeze."
MINDY
WHAT TO EXPECT
"An upbeat class that provides verbal and physical cues to ensure proper movement. The focus is on form to maximize engagement during each move, making the most efficient and effective use of your time—and helping you achieve your fitness goals."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Well plank to pike
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"My husband's chocolate chip cookies... and I put ice in my milk—this tends to spark strong opinions."
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HAPPY PLACE
"At the lake or on the sofa with a blanket and my family."
CAROLINE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"High energy, intentional movement and fun playlists."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Super Crunch.​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Anything sweet."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Home with my husband and pups!"
GUSTAVO
WHAT TO EXPECT
"What to expect in my class is to be pushed out of your comfort zone and a little high-energy yap session!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
The Super Lunge.
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"My guilty pleasure is being overly caffeinated."
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HAPPY PLACE
"My happy place is at a rave and The Core Lab, of course."
JADA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A good playlist!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Straight arm crunch​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Brownies :)"
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HAPPY PLACE
"The beach."
NATALIE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect a full-body burn, spicy glute work, and a killer playlist!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Curtsy platform lunge & bungee.
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"All the trashy reality TV!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"Exploring a new city or country with my favorite people."
TASHANNA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A subtly challenging workout with a great playlist."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Lat pulldown and kneeling inner thigh are equally my favorites.
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Warm chocolate chip cookies with a tall glass of milk."
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HAPPY PLACE
"Anywhere I can find peace and calm."
MIN
WHAT TO EXPECT
"To be encouraged with grit and grace, hope and heart... and a Houston beat!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Well kick
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Any popsicle with gumball eyes!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"Singing at the top of my lungs in the car with my family... and coffee with my best friend!"
MARIAH
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A fire playlist and a workout that will challenge you in the best way!"
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Curtsey lunge or donkey kick​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Anything salty!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"A tropical destination with a frozen drink and ceviche!"
MARIA JOSE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"I'm obsessed with alignment and the mind-body connection. I like simple yet profound variations. I’ll always include exercises that raise your heart rate throughout the class. I love making you sweat and getting you out of your comfort zone."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Super Lunge
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Watching singing reality competitions like The Voice or cooking reality shows."
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HAPPY PLACE
"A beach!"
MERCEDES
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A good flow you’ll enjoy—with a solid sweat and always a little extra in the core."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Pike to plank
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"A good cup of coffee or hot cocoa"
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HAPPY PLACE
"A beautiful view with snow."
ABIGAIL
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A class full of moves that are going to bring you to muscle fatigue all while listening to great music and some occasional singing from me haha."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Oblique crunch​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Anything and everything bravo. "
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HAPPY PLACE
"Watercolor, FL with my family and dogs!"
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ANGIE
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Focus on perfecting your form to get the most out of every move. Push until you find your shakes! All set to a high-energy playlist to keep you going.."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Twisted kneeling crunch at the back platform—love the oblique burn!​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Dunking a whole bunch of Chocolinas into a big, cozy latte... no regrets :)"
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HAPPY PLACE
"Spending time in my garden with my husband, son, daughter, and our two dogs—gardening and listening to music."
ALLY
WHAT TO EXPECT
"You can expect to have fun and push yourself past your limits in the most supportive and non-judgmental setting."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
A tie between Bungee & Super Lunge​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Dirty rap songs and almond butter"
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HAPPY PLACE
"Anywhere with my dogs "
JANAIS
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A fun and sweaty burn! You'll leave feeling motivated and connected with your mind and body."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Twisted kneeling crunch​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Sushi and hot cheetos!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"Tokyo!"
NADA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Expect to move with purpose, building focus, strength, and confidence in your everyday life."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Carriage lunge
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Dubai Chocolate"
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HAPPY PLACE
"At home with my family and of course at The Core Lab."
MARC
WHAT TO EXPECT
"A chance to challenge your body and get results."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Squats​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Carrot cake. But please, no raisins!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"On the beach in Puerto Vallarta!"
ANDREA
WHAT TO EXPECT
"Come in expecting a fast-paced class that will have you excited to workout and become a stronger version of yourself."
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FAVORITE CORE LAB MOVE
Floor lunge at the front​
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GUILTY PLEASURE
"Chocolate cake or blue bell Cookies and Cream Ice cream!"
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HAPPY PLACE
"The beach, the mountains, or anywhere surrounded by nature."