MEET OUR TEAM
MATT PETERSEN
EMAIL: matt@thefitnesspursuit.com
BS in Health Promotion and Wellness from UW-Stevens Point
Certified by:
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USA Triathlon – Coach Levels 1 & 2
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USA Triathlon- Youth & Junior Coach
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USA Cycling – Coach Level 3
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American Council on Exercise – Personal Trainer & Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist
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Red Cross-Swim Instructor
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Metabolic Efficiency Training Specialist Level 1
Coach Matt Petersen is the Owner and President of Fitness Pursuit, Inc. After overcoming knee reconstruction surgery in 1995, he has gone on to complete many triathlons (sprint to Ironman distances) and races from 5Ks to half marathons. Through disciplined training, he has been successful in bringing his body fat percentage below 5%. He has won or placed in Sprint, Olympic & Half Ironmans. He has won or placed in 5k, 10k and Half Marathons. He also understands the commitment an athlete needs for team sports as he earned six major letters in high school. He is ready to help you in your pursuits!
MICHELLE PETERSEN
Michelle is a certified Red Cross Swim Instructor. She has a Masters Degree in Elementary Education. Her passion is to work with youth. She wants to make sure children learn to be safe and enjoy the water. She is available for individual and small group swim sessions.
Please email Michelle for availability or to schedule an appointment.
BRENDA BROWN
EMAIL: brenda@thefitnesspursuit.com
Brenda started at The Fitness Pursuit as a client in preparation for a sprint distance triathlon. Since that time Brenda has enjoyed participating in various triathlon and running events ranging from sprint distance to Ironman distance triathlons and running events ranging from 5ks to marathons. Brenda likes the preparation and planning it takes to reach a fitness goal and particularly enjoys endurance events. Brenda is always active and a day typically starts with some type of physical activity. Whether it be heading to the gym for weights and swim or heading outside for a bike ride, run or even a walk. She believes when starting out it’s not what you do, but just the fact that you are moving. Brenda is excited to share her enthusiasm for fitness and to motivate people to push themselves while enjoying what their body can do. She is looking forward to helping people achieve their health and fitness goals with individualized attention and consistent communication and feedback.
Certifications:
USA Triathlon Level 1 Coach
American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer
Red Cross Certified Swim Instructor
TRX Suspension Training Course Completion
Brenda’s Availability is varied depending on day & time of year. Please email Brenda to schedule an appointment.
IEVA SCOGGIN
EMAIL: ieva@thefitnesspursuit.com
Certifications
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Red Cross swim Instructor
CPR/AED Certified
Growing up very active and being part of the alpine skiing team in Latvia, 5 years ago Ieva rediscovered her love for fitness and racing. Thanks to TFP, she was "Project 2014" and was able to proudly represent the USA in The Triathlon World Championship in the Olympic distance in 2015. She also qualified for the same in 2016. Ieva also participates in marathons qualifying for the 2017 and 2018 Boston Marathon.
Ieva is very excited to be part of TFP coaching team. She is passionate about fitness, triathlons, and helping individuals to achieve their goals. Ieva promotes the importance of health fitness and truly feels that it is an honor to pass her knowledge and experience on to others.
Ieva's Availability is varied depending on day & time of year. Please email Ieva to schedule an appointment.
David Kulbeda
EMAIL: dave@thefitnesspursuit.com
Certifications:
PTAGlobal CPT
PowerPlate Lv 2
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
Dave has been a personal trainer for 12 years and has experience with a
variety of clients. Beginners young and old, weekend warriors and top
level athletes, weight loss and muscle building and injury rehab and
prevention.
In addition, he has guided clients to their first 5k, 10k, half, and
full marathon.
His background is as a multi-sport athlete and eventually competitive
distance runner. He has raced at 5k, 10k, half, and marathon distances.
His passion for fitness and health and wanting to help others reach
their goals is the reason he has joined us at TFP.
Available by appointment, please email to book Coach Dave.
Kate Lang
I grew up swimming competitively, attended elite swim camps, and eventually swam D1 in college. I have 10+ years experience coaching swim team and teaching lessons. I love helping kids go from being afraid of the water to confident swimmers to perfecting their stroke techniques so they can excel at swim meets.
Fitness and health fell down the priority list to being a teacher, becoming a mom, and caring for my kids. I gained and lost weight many times, tried all the diet fads and workout videos but nothing stuck. I was always tired and felt my health declining.
When I changed my diet to focus on getting the nutrients my body needed, I became healthier and had so much extra energy that I started lifting weights, running, and doing triathlons. Now, I look forward to moving every day and pushing myself to see what my body is capable of. I found the atmosphere of support and positivity at TFP to be incredibly motivating- No matter where you are starting from, whether you just want more energy to play with your kids or you want to compete in a triathlon or swim meet- you're worth the time and effort to feel better, get healthier, stronger, and work toward your goals!