Robb Wolf posesses a unique perspective of both scientist and athlete as a personal trainer at NorCal Strength & Conditioning.

Some of Robb’s athletic achievements include winning the Natural Athletes Strength Association California State Power Lifting Championship at the age of 19 and a 6-0 amateur kickboxing record. Robb is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In addition, he is a USAW Olympic Weightlifting coach, and a certified CrossFit Coach, the highest level of CrossFit training certification, possessed only by a handful of strength & conditioning coaches throughout the world.

Robb received his scientific training at California State University Chico where he earned a BS in Biochemistry. From here Robb worked as a research biochemist for 5 years, and includes in his CV lipid metabolism research at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center as well as Paleolithic Diet research with Prof. Loren Cordain of Colorado State University and author of the book The Paleo Diet. Robb is also a review editor for the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism.

Additionally, Robb is co-publisher and editor-in-chief of The Performance Menu. 

Nicki Violetti has a long history of competitive athletics and is the only trainer at NorCal Strength and Conditioning who has competed at the collegiate level, not in one sport, but three: volleyball, swimming, and track & field. Nicki is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and holds Level III CrossFit trainer and USAW Level I Olympic Weightlifting Coach certifications.

Nicki brings her understanding of teamwork, motivation and goal setting/completion to her coaching with remarkable results. She will help you delineate your goals and provide you with the support, knowledge and focus to achieve your fitness potential.

In addition to Nicki’s fitness background, she has a BA in Economics from the University of California, San Diego and speaks Italian, Spanish and a fair amount of Russian. She is also co-publisher of The Performance Menu.

Natalie Taylor has been participating in sports and fitness activities for over 25 years. She was both a competitive gymnast and swimmer and these activities led into coaching jobs as she earned her degree in physical education. Natalie is a graduate of the Chico State teaching credential program and has been teaching physical education or coaching for 15 years. She has coached both High School and Junior High Volleyball, and the Cross Country and Track and Field intramural program at the local junior high school.

Her interest in running and triathlons as well as her background in gymnastics create a superior combination for clients wanting a balanced workout of endurance and strength or clients interested in supplementing their endurance activities with much needed power/speed training and oft neglected flexibility.

Finding time for fitness isn’t always easy—which is why the concepts used in CrossFit personal training are ideal.  A one hour session with Natalie will include multi-joint strength development, speed, stamina and flexibility.  What keeps clients coming back?  Every session is unique, so boredom never stands a chance!  Certified in Cross Fit Level 1, Natalie will help to make fitness a functional and successful part of your life. 

Are you ready to make the commitment to improving your health?  Natalie is currently available in the afternoon and early evening for training sessions.

Sarah Fragoso has been involved in athletics from a very young age and was a competitive gymnast for over 6 years. Sarah has always had a passion for health and fitness and now as a mother of three active boys, she appreciates the importance of staying in shape in order to keep up with everyday life.

After her third child was born, Sarah realized that unless she found a way to stay fit and active, it would be impossible to manage three children and have enough energy left over to manage anything else. With CrossFit, Sarah changed her life and now she can help you change yours!

Sarah understands how difficult it can be to make time to get back into shape, but with the right kind of help, motivation, and programming, anything is possible! Anyone can do CrossFit, and Sarah believes that everyone should. The combination of full functional movements, resistance training, and skilled coaching provide an unparalleled combination for health and fitness. Sarah is a Level I CrossFit trainer and when you train with Sarah she will help you focus on nutrition, motivation, strength, stamina, and reaching your fitness goals.

Katie DeLuca, our local girl, grew up in nearby Durham.  Katie has over 8 years experience playing competitive basketball at both the high school and junior college level.  Katie has been participating in sports since the age of 7 and has experience with Cross Country, volleyball and softball.  Katie wanted to share her love of sports with kids and has coached both basketball and volleyball summer camps, as well as helped train the Durham High School football team in strength and conditioning drills.

Katie began training at CrossFit Norcal over three years ago and has progressed through several trainer internships.  She is our current female Fight Gone Bad record holder with a 315 score. Katie has attended numerous CrossFit Training seminars, including: CrossFit Level 1 Certification, CrossFit Nutrition Seminar, Catalyst Athletic’s Olympic Lifting Certification, and a Kettlebell Exercise seminar.  She was also involved in creating a training video with Mark Rippetoe, author of Starting Strength and Practical Programming.

Over the last few years Katie has recognized the benefits of the CrossFit lifestyle.  Making nutrition a priority has become a passion for Katie and she is well versed in the intricacies of the Zone. She loves creating and sharing recipes that help people to improve their performance, health and body composition.

Three years ago when Eric Collins walked through the doors of NorCal Strength and Conditioning he was ready to get in shape.  Like most CrossFitters—for Eric, the work-outs spoke for themselves, and he was soon increasing his intensity and improving strength.  However, what stood out for Eric was the comprehensive approach that NorCal SC encouraged for improving health: quality food, good sleep, AND intense exercise.  As he experienced a shift in his own life he became motivated to pass along the benefits of CrossFit to others.

Eric has been involved in fitness and athletics for over 30 years and participated competitively in baseball, football, soccer, track, and both water and snow skiing.  Most recently he has used his athletic background and CrossFit training to coach his daughter’s cheer squad to a 2nd place title at a State Level competition. 

Eric is a local business owner and over the last 11 years he has become adept at teaching complex techniques to his employees.  This ability to breakdown and teach skills brings a high-level of quality to his training sessions with clients. He recognizes the significance of having quality movement—and will work with each client to ensure that success and satisfaction are achieved.

Are you ready to feel the full spectrum of CrossFit?  Come meet with Eric for a fitness evaluation, and see how CrossFit can improve you!

Chrissy Gower has been involved in the CrossFit NorCal community for over five years. She graduated from CSU, Chico with a degree in Liberal Studies and then went on to earn a Masters Degree in Education as well as a teaching credential. In addition to Chrissy’s well rounded education she has also been a competitive athlete and was a member of the Chico State women’s waterski team from 1999-2000. After years of seeing and feeling the positive impact that CrossFit has had on her life Chrissy chose to make a career change to personal fitness training. Chrissy can help you to improve any element of your fitness, be it body composition, strength, flexibility or cardiovascular endurance. She is a Certified CrossFit Level 1 Trainer and a Certified CrossFit Kids Coach.

Karina’s love for athletics started early. She’s been playing sports, including volleyball, softball, track, soccer, and basketball for nearly her entire life. She played competitively through high school and her enthusiasm for sports continued into her college years.  In 1999, Karina graduated from New Life Institute of Massage Therapy and she began working as a sports therapist at Shasta College Athletic Training Center.

Karina specifically worked with football and baseball athletes.  Over the course of three seasons she put her therapy skills to work; treating injuries, taping athletes, and providing soft tissue work to help prevent injury and maintain mobility.  That experience as a body worker has immensely helped Karina’s eye for coaching.  Her approach to movement is influenced by her knowledge of soft tissue maintenance--and this allows her to modify movements and provide specific attention to areas in which clients may need additional trigger point therapy and foam rolling.

Karina continues to use her therapy skills when she occassional covers Tory Zellick, owner of In Touch Bodyworks.

Karina came to NorCal Strength and Conditioning as a client in hopes of ‘mixin’ up’ her regular six day a week, two hours a day gym routine. She discovered an amazing collection of coaches who viewed health, stress-free living, and happiness in the highest regard.  Karina’s success as a client at NorCal, as well as her expereince as a body worker brought the realization that she could give back to others all that she had learned.

Karina obtained her CrossFit Level 1 certification in 2009.  She has also attended the Black Box Summit with Coach Rutherford, as well as the Paleolithic Solution Seminar with Robb Wolf.  Karina currently coaches Low Intensity Functional Training, Elements, and Level 1 classes.  She enjoys the variety of clients that attend her classes--and recognizes her improvement in coaching comes from the depth of client she has the opportunity with which to work.

Karina has the proud honor of personally coaching the 2010 Paleo Challenge winner .  Training just 2 days a week and eating paleo brought success to Mary Elaine.  Karina considers it a gift that she was able to be a part of someone’s transformation.  Contact Karina and give yourself the best gift around--your health!

Joye Glassett can teach you to make fitness and nutrition a priority.  With Joye, you’ll learn how to turn health, wellness, & exercise into a lifestyle!

Joye Glassett has over 8 years experience playing competitive softball, basketball, and collegiate track and field. With her athletic background, passion for fitness, and interest in Olympic lifting she found Cross Fit the “perfect fit”.  She was first introduced to the Cross Fit community when competing on Chico State University’s Track and Field team.  She immediately noticed positive impacts in both her athletic prowess and her overall quality of life.

Joye graduated from CSU, Chico with a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology.  Joye’s scholastic emphasis, as well has her passion for healthy eating and lifestyle choices helped direct her toward earning her CrossFit Level 1 certification in 2009. 

The ability to help others to achieve personal health and fitness goals is at the center of Joye’s enthusiasm for her work.  Her clients succeed because Joye makes a personal commitment to provide each person with specific of tools for fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle management.  Encouraging the adoption of an overall lifestyle is what has led Joye’s clients to success!

When she is not at the gym Joye can be found participating in her other passion--training and riding horses.

Come in for a consult with Joye and see why she is the “perfect fit” to help you tailor your goals.  She’ll motivate you, educate you, and encourage you all the way to personal success.

Andy, a self-described fitness geek, attended one of the earliest CrossFit Level 1 training certifications--merely out of personal interest and a desire to be a better athlete.  Andy constantly seeks to educate himself on the latest development in strength & conditioning to ensure his clients are receiving the best experience possible.  Andy’s competitive background includes swimming, basketball, and football.  He has developed a passion for biomechanics and rehabilitation born out of a lifetime of injuries accumulated from athletics (4 knee surgeries, 1 shoulder surgery, 2 broken legs, and torn nerves in his neck).  Andy has attended continuing education classes in nutrition, mobility, biomechanics, and kettlebell training.

Andy earned his Bachelor of Science from Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) with a double major in Management Information Systems and Decision Sciences.  Prior to joining the NorCal SC team, Andy enjoyed 10 years in the Professional Services industry with Deloitte & Touche LLP.  He worked in the Cincinnati, Chicago, and Phoenix offices. Andy has extensive experience in control development, internal audit outsourcing, and network security assessments.

With over five years experience training with CrossFit methodolgy, Andy has seen the impact of training hard.  He brings a personal desire to help people move, not just better, but correctly. Andy is a personal trainer--with a mission.  Better movement = improved performance.  Are you ready to improve your performance?  Contact Andy today for a consult.

Kelly Cawthorn is a Registered Dietitian specializing in helping people maximize their fitness goals through diet.  By providing individualized nutrition assessment and nutrition education, Kelly can help you enhance your performance and/or weight management program.  Services include diet analysis, personalized meal planning and ongoing nutrition support, designed to empower you to reach your goals.

Kelly received her B.S. in Dietetics from San Francisco State University and her M.S. in Human Nutrition from Colorado State University where she was fortunate to have Loren Cordain, author of “The Paleo Diet” as one of her professors. In addition, she possesses a certificate of training in adult weight management from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. 

Kelly’s passion lies in preventive health and in helping people achieve their personal goals – whether the goal is weight loss, enhanced performance, or general well-being.

Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian who can help you meet your nutrition and body composition goals.  She is committed to improving nutrition through quality foods and creating positive dietary habits. Elizabeth is a Bikram yoga enthusiast who joined Norcal Strength and Conditioning with the goal of improving her strength.  She is a true believer in the benefits of proper strength and conditioning paired with high quality nutrition.  Needless to say Elizabeth is right at home with the lifestyle and community at NorCal SC!

Elizabeth obtained her BS in Nutrition and Food Science from CSU, Chico.  She continued with graduate school in Portland, Oregon earning her MS in Clinical Nutrition at Oregon Health & Science University.  She has experience in pediatrics, including diabetes counseling and education with children, teens, and families; holding a certificate in childhood and adolescent weight management.  Elizabeth also has experience with adult and geriatric populations.

Westernized culture has many of us fooled with catchy advertising and “convenience”.  If you feel you could benefit from a nutrition makeover and a little motivation, make an appointment with Elizabeth and get moving on your body composition and nutrition goals!