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The Fitness Team

Hector Bones
Hector Bones is the Personal Training and Physical Therapy entrepreneur who founded elevate Health & Performance™. He holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from Temple University and he has been a successful certified fitness trainer since 2009. Before founding elevate, Hector trained clients and taught group classes at The Sporting Club at The Bellevue.
Hector’s philosophy is optimal fitness at every age. So he builds individual holistic programs helping us all become and remain our best selves.
Since 2015, it’s been Hector’s goal to make a team to revolutionize Personal Training and Physical Therapy in Philadelphia.

Tyler Boyd
Education/Certifications:
B.A. in Social and Behavioral Sciences from Seton Hall University. National Strength and Conditioning Association-Certified
Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Chris Byiers
Chris became a certified fitness trainer after a successful career as a software architect. Also, he played semi-professional European football. This left him wanting an active and social profession. While pursuing his passion, Chris studied physiology and fitness at the American Academy of Personal Training. And, he graduated at the top of his class in 2009.
So, as you can imagine, his clients goals vary widely. These include increasing running speed, endurance and serious weight training. Other clients want to be able to beat their friends at flag football. Or get into their skinny jeans.
Also, Chris motivates without being abrasive. He offers firm challenging programs. But, he’s not a drill sergeant. Therefore, he focuses on meeting your goals while tailoring a program that respects your body and gets results.
And finally, Chris joined our Philadelphia Personal Training and Physical Therapy Team in 2016.

Natali Ruzich
Natali competed at Temple University as a Division 1 gymnast while earning a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science. Natali recently completed her Physical Therapist Assistant Associate Degree at Harcum College. And she is now fully-licensed. She developed a love for the physical therapy and fitness field through personal experiences throughout her athletic career. Core lessons from gymnastics – discipline, consistency, teamwork and dedication – have guided her to while becoming a successful health professional.
Natali has a hidden artsy talent, loves drawing, reading on the beach or in a park, long walks and hikes as well as spending time with friends and family.
Physical Therapy Team

Justin DePermentier
Justin joins us after developing a specialty physical therapy clinic. He’s a key member or our Philadelphia Personal Training and Physical Therapy Team. Justin received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees from Duquesne University.
Justin worked extensively as an NATA Certified Athletic Trainer. And he currently volunteers as a DPT and coach for the St. Joseph’s Prep hockey team.
He’s passionate about helping people return to optimum health. He’s leveraged these to gain deep experience working with athletes and an active adult population.
And like the rest of our team he’s committed to working with you one-on-one. So Justin will collaborate with you to use proven safe physical therapy practices.
He helps you to understand your body and how it works. The goal: returning you to the active life you want and to keep you healthy in the long term.
Justin’s certifications include:
- NATA BOC Certified Athletic Trainer.
- APTA Licensed Physical Therapist.
- GRASTON Technique.
- Functional Movement Systems (SFMA and FMS Certifications).
As an avid learner, Justin actively pursues continuing education. He’s attended courses in Posture Restoration and Mykniematics (at Postural Restoration Institute).
So, stop by or contact us to schedule an appointment to meet Justin. We know that you’ll be as impressed as we are.
Finally, Justin joined our Philadelphia Personal Training and Physical Therapy Practice in 2019.
Massage Therapy Team

Lisa Dubroff
Lisa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rutgers University, is licensed by the National Certification Board For Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) and holds certifications in Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Mother Massage, and Cupping. Lisa integrates her extensive training with her client’s goals to make each massage personal, relaxing and therapeutic. Each sessions builds on improved body awareness, which serves as the foundation to good health.
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Dietician Counseling Team

John Rickards
John received his training at LaSalle University. And while he has worked in all facets of nutrition, he specializes in weight management and sports nutrition.
John has been practicing over 10 years and takes a holistic approach nutrition management. He advocates eating well – not taking radical or risky – approaches. And he encourages clients to be active to the best of their abilities. The results are steady progress to your goals.
Plus, John and his team have the ability to inspire you to try harder. He loves to educate and motivate people to live a healthy balanced life style.
He helps make nutrition and health coaching a key component or our Philadelphia Personal Training and Physical Therapy Practice.

Ashley Lee
Ashley grew up in Delaware and pursued her Bachelors’ Degree in Dietetics at The University of Delaware. She is a licensed dietician in Pennsylvania. And has earned a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Managment. Plus, Ashley’s a Certified Health Coach with The American Council on Exercise.
She has worked in variety of settings from hospitals to community nutrition programs. Ashley adapts those experiences to work tirelessly inspiring clients to improve their nutrition, exercise and food choices.
Just contact us here at elevate Health & Performance™ with any questions about our services and your health.
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