TRAINERS

OUR TEAM

Meet Our Trainers

Our trainers are the best in the industry. We each developed an interest in health and wellness at an early age. We chose this career because we are passionate about using fitness to improve people’s lives. We chose 1 on 1 Fitness because we want to develop a relationship with you as an individual, get to know your specific needs, and set up a personalized plan that is uniquely designed for you.

We work as a team, consulting each other in the best interests of our clients. That way, you benefit from the expertise of our entire staff. We believe, working together, we can help you achieve better outcomes.

Anna Roslander

Kirkland

Jon Blodgett

Kirkland, Mercer Island

Steve Dempsey

Kirkland, Mercer Island

Dee Uzuncaova

Kirkland

Greg Bellamy

Kirkland

Paul Arena

Mercer Island

Barbra Nabwire

Madison Park

Darius Terry

Madison Park

Michelle Astengo

Madison Park

Marcus Park

Madison Park

KIRKLAND

Anna Roslander

Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland

credentials

Bachelor of Science in
Physical Activity,
Health Concentration in
Exercise Science,
Eastern Oregon University

Certified Personal Trainer,
American Council on Exercise

I developed a passion for fitness at an early age. I grew up playing competitive soccer in Seattle and went on to play at Eastern Oregon University. Movement and activity have been such an important part of my life. I want to inspire others to realize the positive impact that movement can have on their lives too. I hope to help others create healthy habits so they can build confidence in their daily lives.

In the summer, I like to spend my free time hiking, paddle boarding, and playing soccer. In winter, I love to ski and snowshoe. I also love exploring new coffee shops and restaurants in the city!

Jon Blodgett

Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland & mercer Island

credentials

Bachelor of Science in
Exercise Science,
Western Washington University

Certified Strength &
Conditioning Specialist,
National Strength &
Conditioning Association

Born and raised in Washington, I have been interested in health and fitness for as long as I can remember. In my 24-year career, I have developed a breadth of knowledge around many aspects of health and fitness. I have found that applying this knowledge by working with a diverse set of people is one of my biggest passions.

I love teaching others how to properly exercise. I have taught weight-training and other classes at North Seattle College for 14 years. I love helping students, clients, and friends transform their health, create new lifestyles, and learn new ways to stay fit. No matter your experience or goals, I am confident I can help you.

I take my personal fitness journey very seriously and have competed in 13 natural bodybuilding contests. When I’m not teaching or spending time in the gym, I enjoy church, watching movies, reading books, traveling, playing chess, taking long walks, anything related to Star Wars, and quiet times at home with my family.

Steve Dempsey

Managing Partner/ Lead Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland & mercer island

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Business,
Eastern Illinois University

Master of Science in Physical
Education,
Indiana University

Exercise Physiologist Certified,
American College of Sports Medicine

Corrective Exercise Specialist,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Performance Enhancement Specialist,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Grassroots Advanced Referee,
US Soccer

Level I Coach,
US Lacrosse

Growing up, I was one of seven kids so, to keep their sanity, my parents kept us busy and active. In addition to all the pick-up games in the neighborhood (like kick-the-can and tag), I participated in soccer, tennis, and swim team. In college, I was a Division One swimmer, which I attribute to good coaching and consistent training.

Shortly after graduating with a business degree, I went back and got my master’s degree in physical education so I could spend my life doing something I really enjoyed. That was 32 years ago, and I’ve never spent one day regretting my decision. Over the years, I’ve coached many sports and helped many people reach their goals. As a personal trainer and business owner, it’s rewarding to help so many people on so many different levels.

In my free time I like to explore the Pacific Northwest on bike or foot, referee or attend soccer games, and hang out with my kids and dogs, Daisy and Charlie.

Dee Uzuncaova

Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland

credentials

Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine

Associate Degree: Tourism and Travel Services Business Management, Istanbul University

I have a passion for helping people feel strong, confident, and empowered in their bodies. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey, coming back from injury, or looking to take your training to the next level, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.

I’ve always been a gym person and during covid I developed a passion for long walks. When the gyms were closed I had to come up with my own plan to stay healthy and active.

I believe in creating personalized programs that are safe, effective, and aligned with your unique goals and lifestyle. My approach focuses on building a strong foundation through mobility, functional movement, and progressive strength training—all while keeping things fun and motivating.

I love going to the movies, being close to the water, going for trips, long walks and cooking while enjoying my nice music, connecting with my friends, trying out new spots.

Greg Bellamy

Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland

credentials

Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine

What brought me to the field of personal training is the ability to help an individual reach their goals and then take them to a fitness level they may not have expected possible.

I started at a very early age playing every sport I could. As it became more competitive I was placed into a training program off the field and into the gym with trainers and strength coaches that would keep me at the top of my game. Here I began to learn the importance a structured program can be not only for an athlete but to any person with goals to lose weight, heal from a past injury or simply take their fitness level to a new height they have not been able to reach on their own.

Since 2005 I’ve worked with a wide range of clients from chiropractic patients to get out of pain, elderly clients that need balance and support, sedentary desk job professionals that lack mobility and strength to athletes searching for extra power and speed. The body has an amazing ability to respond to the challenges and demands placed on it when applied correctly. It is our job as trainers to have the knowledge and experience to implement the appropriate exercises to our clients in a program that will help them reach their goals and even further. My motivation and passion for this profession is through the satisfaction and sense of accomplishment I get from taking my clients through this process and witnessing how it changes their lives both physically and mentally.

MADISON PARK

Barbra Nabwire

Health & Wellness Specialist

madison park

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Public Health & Promotion,
University of Colorado

Certified Personal Trainer,
International Sport Science Association

My philosophy as a trainer is to inspire and build strength through consistency, fun, and structured fitness programs. My education in health and wellness took a holistic approach and I have carried that forward to my career as a trainer. Motivation, behavior change, and a balanced diet all come into play when achieving fitness goals. My experience in working with different age ranges and fitness backgrounds has enabled me to approach training sessions with 100% focus on client needs.

In my free time, I enjoy dog walking, cooking, outdoor activities, dancing, and enjoying a relaxing spa day.

Darius Terry

Director of Studio Operations

madison park

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology & Health Promotion,
University of Wyoming

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist,
International Youth Conditioning Association

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist,
National Strength & Conditioning Association

Certified Nutrition Specialist,
American Council on Exercise

Certified Specialist,
Functional Movement Screen

I have been in the health and fitness industry for more than a decade, but my journey started back in college. I played football at the University of Wyoming and was honored to be Team Captain. During that time, I realized that my passion for sports extended to health and fitness, and I wanted to turn it into a career. I earned my bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and health promotion. I joined the strength and conditioning staff at the University of Wyoming before moving to Seattle to join the 1 on 1 Fitness team.

I believe that no results can be achieved without hard work, but I also think that exercise should be rewarding and fun. I like to adjust my daily routines based not just on my clients’ physical goals, but also on what makes them feel motivated and comfortable. For this reason, I can train people of all ages, abilities, and lifestyles.

In my free time, I am the Director of Strength & Conditioning and Defensive Back Coach for the football team at Bothell High School. I’m also a full-time Dad to three girls and one boy, so I’m always running around to their events and activities.

Michelle Astengo

Health & Wellness Specialist

madison park

credentials

Certified Personal Trainer,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Corrective Exercise Specialist,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Integrated Balance Training Certificate,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Integrated Flexibility Training Certificate,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Weight Management and Body Composition Certificate,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

My passion for fitness and body mechanics started at the age of ten, when surgery forced me to re-learn how to walk. The lasting impacts of altered body mechanics became apparent in my twenties when I discovered a love for combat sports, including Muay Thai and Filipino Martial Arts. Learning the correct movement patterns for these arts improved my movement in everyday life and kicked off a career shift into personal training and corrective exercise.

My experience has given me deep insight into client needs, ranging from the athlete to someone who just wants to be able to walk up the stairs more easily. I have experienced the inability to walk and the ability to walk into a cage to fight. I want to help others push their boundaries for a better quality of life.

In my free time I like to stay active outside of the gym. I continue to practice Muay Thai and Filipino Martial Arts. I also enjoy connecting with nature, hiking, and camping in the Pacific Northwest. (I haven’t had to kickbox any bears yet, and let’s hope it stays that way!) If I do stay home, I let my inner nerd out to play Dungeons & Dragons where I can still adventure and fight, even if it is imaginary.

Marcus Park

Health & Wellness Specialist

madison park

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology,
Seattle University

Certified Personal Trainer by National Academy of Sports Medicine

Growing up, I was never interested in sports or working out in general. It wasn’t until I tried high school football that I felt a growing passion for fitness and pushing myself in general. However, even after four years of football and trying out other sports, being a trainer never came to mind. It took a change of majors in college and about three-and-a-half years of being burnt out from exercising for me to realize that helping people reach their fitness goals was something I wanted to do.

I used to believe that exercise was all about pushing oneself past exhaustion as many times as possible in a week, and that there was no point in doing otherwise. Reflecting on my time with athletics and working out in general helped me understand that hard work and discipline needs to be balanced with rest and fun. These experiences help me to not only better understand a client’s needs and goals, but feel prepared to help them reach whatever goal they have set for themselves.

In my free time, I like to take care of my dogs, hang out with my mom, play video games, read or watch any media related to Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and learn about older and or more obscure athletes in combat sports.

MERCER ISLAND

Jon Blodgett

Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland & mercer Island

credentials

Bachelor of Science in
Exercise Science,
Western Washington University

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist,
National Strength & Conditioning Association

Born and raised in Washington, I have been interested in health and fitness for as long as I can remember. In my 24-year career, I have developed a breadth of knowledge around many aspects of health and fitness. I have found that applying this knowledge by working with a diverse set of people is one of my biggest passions.

I love teaching others how to properly exercise. I have taught weight-training and other classes at North Seattle College for 14 years. I love helping students, clients, and friends transform their health, create new lifestyles, and learn new ways to stay fit. No matter your experience or goals, I am confident I can help you.

I take my personal fitness journey very seriously and have competed in 13 natural bodybuilding contests. When I’m not teaching or spending time in the gym, I enjoy church, watching movies, reading books, traveling, playing chess, taking long walks, anything related to Star Wars, and quiet times at home with my family.

Paul Arena

Health & Wellness Specialist

mercer island

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science,
Oregon State University

I have been in the fitness industry for more than two decades, but my love for strength training and exercise goes back to high school when I learned that hard work in the weight room would bring positive changes to the body. Although I primarily worked out to have an advantage on the football field and reduce the risk of injuries, I quickly learned it was beneficial in preventing a myriad of diseases. When I got to university, I developed a passion for biology, physiology, and chemistry, especially as it relates to how the body responds to weight training.

My choice to pursue a career in the exercise science field has allowed me to share my knowledge and help my clients attain their health and wellness goals. One of the reasons I love working for 1 on 1 Fitness is the deep relationships you build with your clients. The sessions are tailored specifically to individuals. We take care to work around any injuries or pain. I always make sure my clients leave the studio feeling better than when they walked in.

In my free time I enjoy hiking, road biking, mountain biking, Seahawks, UW Husky, and OSU Beaver football, books (mostly non-fiction), movies, dogs, and I can’t help myself…weight training.

Steve Dempsey

Managing Partner/ Lead Health & Wellness Specialist

kirkland & mercer island

credentials

Bachelor of Science in Business,
Eastern Illinois University

Master of Science in
Physical Education,
Indiana University

Exercise Physiologist Certified,
American College of Sports Medicine

Corrective Exercise Specialist,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Performance Enhancement Specialist,
National Academy of Sports Medicine

Grassroots Advanced Referee,
US Soccer

Level I Coach,
US Lacrosse

Growing up, I was one of seven kids so, to keep their sanity, my parents kept us busy and active. In addition to all the pick-up games in the neighborhood (like kick-the-can and tag), I participated in soccer, tennis, and swim team. In college, I was a Division One swimmer, which I attribute to good coaching and consistent training.

Shortly after graduating with a business degree, I went back and got my master’s degree in physical education so I could spend my life doing something I really enjoyed. That was 32 years ago, and I’ve never spent one day regretting my decision. Over the years, I’ve coached many sports and helped many people reach their goals. As a personal trainer and business owner, it’s rewarding to help so many people on so many different levels.

In my free time I like to explore the Pacific Northwest on bike or foot, referee or attend soccer games, and hang out with my kids and dogs, Daisy and Charlie.