Staff

Zac is the definition of a fitness enthusiast. He has an extensive knowledge base on all things to do with training, nutrition, program design, and supplements. Zac has personal experience with competing in bodybuilding, powerlifting, and CrossFit. Aside from his own competitive experiences, Zac’s clients’ results speak volumes about his training style. Zac has been able to implement the systems that have made him and his clients successful throughout the entire Factory staff making this the most respected, well-educated personal training department in the area.

Aside from being the Personal Training Director, Zac also is our go-to authority for all things dealing with Nutrition. He has proven that he can work with any type of dietary restrictions, weight loss/weight gain, performance increases, and much more.

• CrossFit Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)
• Certified Football Preparation Specialist (CFPS)
• Precision Nutrition Level 1
• Precision Nutrition Level 2
• Certified Program Design Specialist (CPDS)
• National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA CPT)
• Master Trainer (ASFA)

Ashley’s fitness history started when she tried out a CrossFit gym in her hometown in Pa and was quickly hooked. Since then she has completely changed her life and made her fitness and health a priority. She found that being a woman, there is nothing more empowering than seeing what your body is capable of doing. Now, as a coach, she loves watching new members have those same emotions when accomplishing new goals and hitting PRs for the first time.

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

Having always had a passion for fitness Donovan followed a very natural progression and found his calling as a personal trainer. He has been in the Personal Training industry for 10+ years now is committed to constantly improving his craft and focusing on his clients goals. Donovan not only helps his clientele achieve the results they set out for but strives to help them set new goals to prevent stagnation. He also makes clear to anyone one he works with that it is a true partnership and there is a level of personal responsibility and habit forming that have to be accomplished to achieve long lasting sustainable results.

• A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer and Coach for 12 years
• A.C.E. Functional Training Specialist
• National, and a World Champion, Powerlifter with Multiple Records
• Sponsored Athlete
• General Strength Gain and Fat Loss Specialist

• CrossFit-Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

As a former competitive figure skater and athlete, Krystyna has consistently integrated fitness in her lifestyle, therefore it isn’t surprising that The Factory Bloomington Normal has been her home for the past decade. The community at The Factory and The Athlete Factory have always been welcoming and consistently promote a network of accountability that has been inspiring, driving Krystyna to join the staff as a coach.

Krystyna has a passion for learning and has sought out education to serve and support members on their fitness and wellness journey.  One of Krystyna’s primary passions, outside as well as inside the gym, is mentoring and helping to develop others. She is passionate about supporting every member’s journey, whether just starting out or looking to step up to get the results they desire.  

• CrossFit-Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

Brandi has been a member of The Factory for 9 years. She has a background in running for 30 years and was a competitive equestrian for 10 years. CrossFit quickly became a lifestyle for her, taking her through an entire pregnancy with a quick return back to the gym. She continues to compete in running races and CrossFit competitions. She earned her level 1 CrossFit certification in 2017 and has been a coach since.

• CrossFit-Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

Jose has always been into fitness.   In high school he wrestled and placed in the state tournament his senior year.  After one year of wrestling in college he focused on his weight training.  He has also done CrossFit, sprint triathlons and road cycling.   When he returned to Bloomington for his third stint he found The Factory family and fell in love with the community at the gym.  He has a passion for  learning and is  always looking to improve his knowledge around fitness and diet.   Jose transfers that knowledge to those he coaches and loves to help the members at the Factory achieve their personal goals through consistent effort in a fun environment.

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• CrossFit-Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• CrossFit-Level 1 Certified
• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

Ted got into fitness because he realized he only gets one body and should take better care of it. He spends so much time and money on all sorts of things… why not the asset that he lives in. He has always loved helping people become better, striving to become the best version of ones self is a high call. That can pertain to our physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well being. Coaching is one way he chose to help people become that, and he loves helping others achieve their goals.

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)

• Certified Physical Preparation Specialist Level 1 (CPPS)