Intervals of Pilates and Strength Training

Nico Gonzalez is the studio owner of Fitness Physiques by Nico G and Vital Lab, an international fitness educator, trainer, and motivational speaker. Certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) for group fitness and personal training. Nico travels across the country and beyond training Pilates instructors in the Balanced Body Pilates teacher trainer program. In this regard, he is able to deliver certificates and trainings in all aspects of Pilates, CoreAlign, Bodhi Suspension, MOTR, and Anatomy in 3 Dimensions. He travels extensively delivering trainings in fitness facilities and studios alike. Nico has presented internationally, including being a presenter at IDEA World, SCW (USA), Can-Fit-Pro (Canada), Fitnesslandia (Italy), World Class (Moscow, Russia) and in Chile, South America.. Many trainers continue to ask for his practical approach to instruction and easy to follow formulas of success. He has been credited as a contributing creative editor in multiple Pilates manuals. Nico is featured in multiple Pilates videos and podcasts that showcase his creativity in movement and inspiration.

Michael Piercy, is the owner & founder of The LAB in Fairfield, New Jersey. He is the recipient of two of the most prestigious awards in fitness the 2017 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year award and the 2013 TRX FACEUP award for Overall Instructor of the Year. As a former professional baseball player, he brings a unique perspective to his work with athletes of all levels. He holds a master’s degree in exercise science with a concentration in performance enhancement, and multiple advanced-level certifications from accredited organizations such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, and NSCA.