Edge Experts
Arlo Gagestein, BA, CSCS*D, LMT
Arlo is a professional member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and is Certified with Distinction as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is also certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as an Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist. Arlo graduated from Weber State University with a Bachelor’s of Art in Human Performance Management and also from Myotherapy College of Utah as a massage therapist and certified sports massage therapist. He has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who in their Registry of Strength and Conditioning Professionals and their Registry of Executives and Professionals. Arlo is also a highly competitive volleyball player. In addition to sports, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Amanda, son Kydan. Together they enjoy hiking, backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing, and snowshoeing.
Specialties: Sports Performance, Mixed Martial Arts, Military and Law Enforcement, Sports Performance and Injury Massage
Trisha Heersink, BS, CSCS
Trish is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). She graduated from the University of Utah in 1998 with a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise and Sport Science. She then worked as a trainer for the University of Utah Recreation. She also graduated in 2011 with an Associate's Degree in Nursing, and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's of Nursing at Weber State University.
"My enthusiasm for exercise has led me to personal training. I believe fitness can be a powerful force in people's lives and enjoy teaching and supporting others as they find that and achieve their goals."
Specialties: Weight Loss, Clients with Health Concerns
Brandon Johnson, MS, NSCA-CPT
Brandon is a professional member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and is a NSCA Certified Personal Trainer. He graduated from Weber State University with a Bachelor's of Integrated Studies in Exercise Science, Nutrition, and Technical Sales and from Southern Utah University with a Master's of Science in Sports Conditioning and Performance. He continues to teach strength training classes at Weber State University. Brandon is also a member of the 2011 Bodybuilding.com Team.
Specialties: Figure and Bikini Competitions, Modeling, Strength Training
Sariah Long, BS, LMT
Sariah has a Bachelor's degree in Human Performance from Weber State University where she was an All-American runner and worked as a trainer for BASICS Sports Medicine. Sariah also made the finals of the 2008 US Olympic Trials in the steeple chase. Following Weber State, Sariah graduated from Myotherapy College of Utah as a massage therapist and certified sports massage therapist.
Specialties: Strength Training, Endurance Training, Sports Performance and Injury Massage
Ange Voraotsady, BS, NSCA-CPT
We've been truly blessed to have Ange with us from Competitive Edge's beginning in 2005. She graduated from Weber State University with a Bachelor's in Human Performance and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). She plans to continue her education in nutrition.
Specialties: Strength Training, Fat Loss, Training During Pregnancy
Andrew Cespedes
Andrew graduated from the Personal Training Program at Eagle Gate College and is certified by the Professional Fitness Association. He is extremely passionate about helping people change their lives through fitness and has an incredible gift for motivation. In addition to English, Andrew is also fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
Specialties: Weight Loss
Chris Fritz, BS, NSCA-CPT
