Meet the Team
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Zach Petrone
Founder/Owner, Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach Mountain Guide
Zach founded Rocky Mountain Strength in 2020 to help others build strength, improve health, and embrace Colorado’s outdoor lifestyle. With 10+ years in the fitness industry, he specializes in Strength & Conditioning, Mountain Fitness, Hunting Preparation, and Endurance Sports Performance. Zach has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Arizona.
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Tori Gibson
Studio Manager, Small Group Coach, Personal Trainer
Tori has always been active, with a strong passion for Olympic Lifting. She became a coach in 2015 to expand her knowledge and help others. She loves guiding clients toward their goals, no matter the challenge, and is grateful to do it every day. Tori is the Studio Manger and is eager to help any clients by putting them first.
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Jeremy Kemp
Director of Business Development, Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach
Jeremy helps clients move as their bodies were designed, whether for sports or daily life. He specializes in functional training, injury rehab, and prevention, promoting fitness as a lifelong path to better health and performance. Jeremy has a bachelors degree in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado.
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Nick Christenson
Director of Performance, Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach
Nick’s mission is to build a community of individuals who take control of their futures and live life to the fullest. He believes in cultivating a strong body, focused mind, and unshakable spirit. Nick designs holistic programs that combine strength training, nutrition, and mental resilience to help clients achieve lasting transformation and reach their full potential. Nick is the owner of Christenson Performance Group.
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Brittany Biays
Small-Group Coach
Brittany, a Colorado native, grew up exploring various sports before finding her passion in cheerleading and later coaching. She loves olympic lifting and pushing past her comfort zone. As a coach, she finds the most joy in helping clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
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Maggie Ault
Small Group Coach, USAW, PN-1
Maggie has been in the strength and conditioning industry for over 10 years. Originally from Kansas, she played collegiate soccer and has always had a passion for staying active and spending time outdoors, with mountain biking being her primary outdoor sport. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a master’s degree in Biomechanics. Maggie recently went back to school to become a nurse and is excited to begin this next chapter while continuing to coach.
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Felicia Hernandez
Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach
A Colorado native with a passion for the outdoors, Felicia transitioned from organized sports to fitness and has over six years of experience in high-intensity interval training. Felicia has a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science from Colorado State University.
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Rachel Weinstock
Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach, Nutrition-CHN
Rachel's journey into the health and wellness industry began with her own transformative experience with nutrition and fitness. Inspired by her results, she became a Holistic Nutritionist and later a Certified Personal Trainer, combining whole-body health with functional fitness. Her approach empowers clients to move with ease and live their best lives. Rachel is the owner of Be Well Personal Wellness.
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Cody Nations
Small-Group Coach, CPT, WEA Certified Outdoor Leader
Cody has a deep passion for helping others overcome challenges both in the gym and outdoors. A WEA Certified Outdoor Leader, Air Force veteran, avid golfer, and skier, he believes fitness should support an active, adventurous lifestyle. Cody brings an approachable and fun coaching style to every class, striving to make everyone feel welcome regardless of their experience or fitness level. And when it’s time to work out, Yacht Rock is his playlist of choice.
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Maura Trautman
Small-Group Coach, Certified Personal Trainer-CSCS
A lifelong athlete and fitness enthusiast, Maura played D1 collegiate volleyball and brings her athletic background into her approach to training. She focuses on building practical, functional strength that translates to life outside the gym. Whether clients are training for a sport, an active lifestyle, or to feel stronger day to day, Maura is passionate about helping people train with purpose and build strength that supports their goals and lifestyle.
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Laura Gallager
Certified Personal Trainer, Small-Group Coach, MTN Guide, Lieutenant Firefighter
A full-time firefighter and strength & conditioning coach, Laura helps lead Rocky Mountain Strength mountain excursions while focusing on building strong, resilient clients. Drawing from her own injury recovery, she emphasizes strength, movement, mobility, and recovery to empower athletes and adults in their fitness journeys.
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Aaron Nelson
Certified Personal Trainer
Aaron specializes in body movement optimization and correcting imbalances to help clients move better and live well. With a focus on functional movement, he ensures that each client’s training is tailored to their unique needs, promoting long-term health and performance. His approach centers on showing clients what’s best for their bodies, helping them move with ease and confidence in everyday life.