The Team
Here at Inspire Fitness the trainers are not intimidating but rather friendly, professional and caring. Although all may have their different training styles, each is welcoming, competent, motivating and attentive to every client’s individual needs. All of our trainers are certified and continue their ongoing education. Since our personal trainers are key to your experience we invest in each of ours to make sure they will provide you with the best workout.
Brian McMaster
Fitness and athletics have always been an important part of Brian’s life having grown up a multi-sport athlete. Brian has coupled this interest with more than 20 years helping people as part of the health care continuum. He decided to change focus in 2003 to help address peoples health needs as a personal trainer. This work has seen him work with a vast array of people, from young teens to octogenarians. In 2012 Brian and Wendi decided to partner to open their own studio. Brian will assist you to become better by tailoring workouts to fit your needs and abilities.
NSCA-CPT
Strong First, SFG1
Functional Movement Screen
TRX suspension/RIP trainer
Training for Warriors
DVRT sandbag/Animal Flow
Progressive Calisthenics
RKCII
Wendi Hoak
Wendi discovered her passion for fitness when a back injury led to a personal journey of building strength. She became a certified personal trainer in 2009, channeling her passion into a new career. Wendi loves to help her clients be the best they can by teaching them to nurture their wellbeing. She believes that prioritizing your wellbeing is vital; that health & fitness affects every aspect of our lives and can define the quality of all our experiences.
Feeling connected and giving back to her community is important to Wendi. She is part of Stamford’s JCC Center Women Board and is involved in fund raising for Help Our Military Heroes and Stamford Hospitals Bennett Cancer Center. The Hope In Motion 5K is one of her favorite annual events.
TRX suspension/RIP trainer
Kettlebells
MELT Instructor
DVRT sandbag
AFFA Certified
Training for Warriors
ProNatal Certified Trainer
Liz Diamond
Combining a love for fitness with her social work background, Liz brings positivity and personal growth to her approach with each of her clients. Physical activity has been a consistent part of life for Liz, from hiking with her family to triathlons, half-marathons, and the constant chasing of her three kids. She loves sharing her enthusiasm for healthy living with her clients.
MSW
HKC - Kettlebell
DVRT- Sandbag
MELT Instructor
Training for Warriors
AFFA Certified
ProNatal Certified Trainer
Functional Movement Screen
Zach Colangelo
Zach began his fitness journey playing college lacrosse at Susquehanna University. He currently serves as a 1st Lieutenant in the New York Army National Guard. Zach’s passion is holistic health, in which he analyzes multiple factors such as sleep, nutrition, movement and breathing in order to meet his client’s end goal of being the strongest, healthiest version of themselves. He is currently enrolled in the Chek Academy, a five year program designed to teach postural restoration and injury rehabilitation.
NPTI
Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
CHEK Holistic Life Coach (HLC1)
CHEK Practitioner
Call the studio today to book your next training session with Zach!
Thayer Welch
Health became the forefront of Thayer’s life as a young teenager, when a personal trauma led to an illness she would then battle for the next several years. Upon overcoming this illness, Thayer developed a deeper understanding and appreciation of both physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as a passion for fitness. Driven by the desire to empower and motivate others, she became a personal trainer. Thayer believes there is a tremendous connection between mind and body, which she incorporates into her training by bringing a positive attitude and personalized approach to programming for each of her clients.
ACE Personal Trainer Certification