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Meet the Trainers
Tracy Marsh
Tracy is ACSM, NASM and ISSA certified. Her experience includes training marines for special
operations, bodybuilding, and competing in sporting events. Tracy has been a world-class
figure skater, competitive AAU swimmer and has won two body building competitions in Japan.
Her recent accomplishments include winning the 2001-powerlifting national championships,
finishing several marathons, three triathlons and writing a children’s book. Tracy is the proud
mother of two children. She is very excited to offer her personal training knowledge.
Along with Personal Training, Tracy also finds time to instruct up to 6 SpinFIT and Muscle Cross
group fitness classes in StayFit every week.
Ben Williams
Ben has a long, impressive history in sports. At University of Minnesota, the Gophers' defensive
lineman was Captain of the Football team 4 years running. He finished second in school history with
13 sacks along with 183 tackles. As a senior, he recorded 97 tackles with six sacks to make the
All-Big Ten Conference team. Williams made All-Big Ten 3 years of his college tenure before
graduating with a B.S. in Sociology and Public Relations..
After college Ben played in the NFL for 10 years for the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens,
Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings and was a member of the 1998 record holding
Minnesota Vikings. Williams has also worked with the sports media including a Talk Show Host
for ESPN and co-host on SKY TV and has been a color analyst for NCAA football.
Ben has always been an avid bodybuilder and is a two-time winner of the NFL strongman
competition. He was also Keynote speaker at the IFBB's International Fitness Seminar in
Wiesbaden, Germany, along with many other fitness keynote engagements. Ben is the only non
IFBB pro to be granted pro status as a PROPTA Professional Trainer and Certified Nutrition
Specialist. Over the last 7 years Ben has worked with and trained some of the best in the pro
bodybuilding and fitness world including Chris Cormier, Art Atwood, Debi Laszewski,
Amanda Savell and many more.
Ben is currently focused on his own bodybuilding career and also the challenge of working
with other pro athletes and clients who are just trying to obtain the physique of their dreams.
Todd Olson
StayFit yoga instructor, Todd Olson, began practicing yoga to alleviate pain from low-back injuries
and sciatica. Impressed with the natural results he was looking for, Todd completed teacher
training in Baron Baptiste styled Power Vinyasa Yoga, and then followed with Viniyoga training
designed by Gary Kraftsow of The American Viniyoga Institute. Teaching full-time throughout the
Twin Cities, Todd now enjoys helping others use yoga to alleviate pain or achieve fitness goals.
Todd’s Power Yoga class is a sequence of breath-synchronized poses designed to build strength,
flexibility and balance. It can be vigorous and challenging for experienced yogis- allowing them to
build heat and stamina, yet modifications are offered to make the class accessible for beginners or
those who have injuries or excessive stiffness. A non-competitive atmosphere is encouraged as
well as an internal focus- making the class a meditation in motion.
In the Viniyoga approach, yoga practice is adapted to fit the needs, goals and
circumstances of the student instead of trying to adapt each person to fit ideal yoga
poses. Viniyoga can also be translated as yoga with a specific intention or purpose in
mind; for example, to reduce stress, build strength or improve concentration. The
sequence of poses are very approachable for beginners, yet can be made challenging for
experienced yogis.
Whether you are taking Todd’s Power Yoga or Viniyoga styled classes you can expect relaxed,
friendly attention to detail and a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection that makes yoga
so effective.
Jille Neiman
Having graduated with honors earning a Master’s degree in Psychology and being a Certified
Fitness Instructor/Trainer, Jille has paired these two passions to create Body Mind Coaching. Body
Mind Coaching combines “body fitness” with “mind fitness,” to achieve and maintain a healthy
lifestyle. Her enthusiasm for helping others to feel comfortable, confident and bold in their
“bodies and being” is her focus
Jille is originally from New Orleans and has lived in California, Wisconsin, Colorado, England, China
and currently resides in Minnesota. Jille began teaching aerobics in high school. In college, she
taught the SCSU Crew/Rowing team group fitness classes and was a ski instructor. Wellness and
fitness have always been a part of her life. It is such a passion that she is pursing the National
Academy of Sports Medicine Certification. She genuinely enjoys helping others to feel good in
their bodies and minds. She is also certified as a trainer in Meditation and Stress Management.
She enjoys kayaking and has participated in 5K races like Whistle-stop in Ashland, WI. Her fitness
certifications and classes include: Pilates (Mat and Reformer), Yoga, PIYO, Aqua Fitness, Muscle
Sculpt, Deep Water Cardio, Water Boot Camp, Water Personal Training, Mother Well Water –
Pre/Post Natal, Water Yoga, Drums Alive/Rock Star Workout, Meditation, Healthy Lifestyles,
CPR/AED & Professional Rescuer. She teaches large and small group fitness classes and does one
and one coaching. Jille believes that creating your own good health involves learning what
motivates you, celebrating your success and creating a healthy body image. Jille enjoys
encouraging and educating people on wellness and fitness while having fun and helping others to
achieve their goals.
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