Tristen first became interested in nutrition when she was a freshman in college and had to take the basic nutrition class for her original major which was nursing. She was so intrigued by all the different diets people were doing and how different nutrients affect our bodies. She earned her BS in food science and nutrition in 2019 from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville Texas then immediately jumped into her masters and dietetic internship which she also did through Sam Houston State University. During her masters and internship she got engaged and married the day before she graduated, and just 5 days later moved her whole life to Virginia. She loves to learn and understand each person and help them knock down the barriers to living a healthy lifestyle. You can find her in the kitchen most of the time cooking up something fun and trying new dishes!

Nicole’s passion for health and fitness began over 20 years ago with recreational running, strength training, and triathlons. After having three children, her personal fitness goals took her on a challenging journey, which later blossomed into coaching a variety of group exercise classes and indoor cycling. She developed a love for teaching and motivating others, and that led to advancing her education to become a personal trainer. She takes a practical approach to helping clients transition into making healthy lifestyle changes. She enjoys working with people of all ages and skill levels, building customized programs to help her clients achieve their next level of fitness and ultimate “healthspan” goals.

Born and raised in Virginia Beach, Cory grew up playing sports, including track, volleyball, and football. While attending Old Dominion University, he started lifting weights to replace playing team sports and to help improve his self esteem. He also found his passion to help individuals with disabilities and has been working with that population for seven years. As a personal trainer, his expertise is in training Special Olympic athletes. He hopes to become a Special Olympics football coach in the near future.

Nick graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a BS degree in Biology and worked in a world-leading cancer research lab at the University of Chicago. He returned to school to graduate from Russell Sage College with a certificate in Nutrition Science. He then completed his dietetic internship at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital. Nick wants to help clients identify nutrition misinformation, and stick to plans backed by scientific research. On the weekends, you can catch Nick at the beach, on a hike, or in the kitchen.

Jaison graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor and Master of Science in Exercise Science. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Kinesiology at ODU.

He serves as the doctoral assistant for the ODU Human Performance Laboratory assisting and overseeing research projects that seek to better understand how diet, supplementation, and exercise interact with the gut.

Jaison worked as a sports scientist and strength/conditioning coach at Liberty University. He lives in Norfolk with his beautiful wife, Jessie, and their two dogs, Sophie and Max.

Kayleigh is a NSCA-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Kayleigh has always had a passion for fitness and personal training, growing up playing various sports before choosing to play Division 1 field hockey.

She graduated from Monmouth University with her Bachelors of Science in Health Studies and continued with her passion for heath and fitness by pursuing her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and CSCS.

She is excited to help people achieve their fitness goals and improve their health and wellness.

Chloe is a certified personal trainer who tends to push people to do a few more reps, to strive to go beyond what they think is possible.

She loves helping others see just how much their body is capable of performing, and watching her clients’ confidence grow as they begin to understand just how powerful they can be.

Sara’s passion for nutrition was sparked in high school when she started cooking to compliment her own athletic performance.

She earned her BS in Nutrition and Dietetics from Radford University and joined the Jim White team. She then went on to complete her dietetic internship at Central Michigan University.

Sara understands that everyone has their own personal food philosophies and encourages healthy relationships with eating.

On the weekends you can find Sara staying active and getting creative in the kitchen.

Morgan grew up competing in gymnastics and cheerleading, and continued cheerleading through the collegiate level. Born and raised in Apex, North Carolina she has always been a huge fan of outdoor activities.

Graduating from East Carolina University with a major in Recreational Therapy, Morgan decided to switch paths and pursue her career in personal training.

She has always been active in her life—especially staying fit through cheerleading—but now she has found her passion by helping others through exercise.

Lacey graduated from the University of Alabama with a BS in Nutrition and completed a dietetic internship at Pepperdine University.

She has held different nutrition-related positions, including those in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health and nutrition sales.

As an RD, Lacey is passionate about building strong relationships with people and being a part of the journey to lead their healthy lifestyle.

Lacey enjoys cooking and traveling with her husband, as well as attending ODU basketball games and walking their super cute dogs.

Eric is an ACE-certified personal trainer and has always been involved in some type of physical activity with experience ranging from martial arts and a wide variety of athletics. He went to Old Dominion University to study Criminal Justice and completed his minor in Exercise Science. Through his experience and studies he has gained an expertise in distinct forms of athletic training as well as general fitness.He believes that exercise is not only good for the body but also the mind and is essential to obtaining a well-rounded lifestyle.

Taylor is a certified personal trainer returning to Hampton Roads from NYC where she earned her BFA in acting.

Taylor has always had a strong interest in health and fitness and has found ways to stay physically fit and active through her training as a performer through dance, stage combat, cheer, etc. What started as a hobby quickly turned into a serious career path.

She aspires to teach others how to make positive long-lasting lifestyle changes in order to reach health and fitness goals.

Michelle has a degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from Colorado State University. While serving in the U.S. Army as a dietitian, she helped soldiers and their families live their best lives through good nutrition.

Working for a large school district, she was instrumental in substantially modifying school menus and teaching students how eating well helps physical and mental performance.

Michelle loves “playing” with food, and has a passion for helping clients create a positive relationship with their food choices. She believes good food shared with others is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

Growing up in Northern Virginia, Megan loved being outdoors and participating in sports. She played recreational soccer for ten years, and achieved her black belt in Taekwondo after three years of training. While attending Old Dominion University, she discovered a passion for weightlifting, which led to her pursue a degree in Exercise Science. While she enjoys expanding her own knowledge in health and fitness, it is through helping others that truly brings her happiness. She is excited to be a part of the Jim White Fitness team and help others reach their fitness goals!

Ashley is a Registered Dietitian and graduate of Virginia Tech with a BS in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise. Hailing from Midlothian, Virginia, she was raised with strong love for food and cooking. As an RD, Ashley is passionate about people, food, and creating a healthy relationship between the two. She loves helping people make practical and sustainable habits that lead to healthful lives. She loves cooking and staying active with her husband. On the weekends you can usually find her running at First Landing State Park or enjoying the beach.

After 13-year old Kameron lost 30 pounds through football conditioning, he developed a passion for fitness and proper diet.

While attending Old Dominion University, Kameron began boxing, eventually moving into professional competition until he found a Wing Chun Kung Fu school near campus.

He brings his Martial Arts practice and passion for boxing into his workout regimes, making them fun for everyone.

As a part of the Jim White Fitness family, he wants to change lives through transforming minds and bodies while building lasting relationships with clients.

Moving to Virginia Beach to pursue her fitness career, Erica graduated college with a degree in exercise science and a minor in food and nutrition.

Her interest in fitness and nutrition started in high school and continued to grow throughout college.

She enjoys being outdoors and active. She loves creating fun, individualized workouts for all ages and looks forward to helping people reach their goals and live a healthy lifestyle.

Nick is a graduate of East Carolina University with a degree in Exercise Physiology. He grew up playing sports and started lifting weights to stay in shape. He quickly developed a passion for fitness and started learning as much as he could about training and nutrition.

Staying up-to-date with the latest fitness and nutrition research, he focuses on creating effective programs that optimize results while being enjoyable.

He enjoys providing the “why” behind training techniques so clients better understand the purpose.

Bradley studied at Old Dominion University focusing on Exercise Science. Fitness really began to play a huge role in his life in high school, especially when training for football. After football, he continued his passion for getting stronger, which kept him exercising every single day. He is excited to be a part of the Jim White Fitness team and work with anyone ready to improve fitness and nutrition!

Colt is an NASM certified personal trainer from San Antonio, Texas. He has stayed active in fitness and athletics from a young age and participated in basketball, baseball, football, and martial arts.

Colt has a true passion for the fitness industry, and strives to set a healthy and fit lifestyle example for his son, Jace. He thoroughly enjoys helping people achieve goals and conquer obstacles through hard work and dedication.

Originally wanting to work in a test kitchen, Karen got hooked on nutrition at Cornell University. Her interest grew to focus on preventive health and nutrition.

She worked in nutrition education with Cooperative Extension before heading to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for a Masters in Public Health Nutrition. After becoming credentialed, she’s pursued a variety of nutrition-related roles.

Karen’s goal is to help others achieve changes in their diets to improve their health and reduce risks for nutrition related diseases.

With over 10 years at Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios, Gerrie is truly the backbone of the business, helping everyone and everything run smoothly.

She is a wife and mother of four boys. She believes that food is a healer and lives a life of balancing healthy eating with exercising while enjoying the sweeter tastes of life in moderation.

Krista has been fascinated with health and fitness ever since she was a child. Her position at Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios has helped her fulfill her passion for helping others. She continues to broaden her knowledge of the fitness and nutrition industry, and feels fortunate to be a part of the Jim White Fitness team, helping others live happier, more energetic and satisfying lives.

Jeremy has been affiliated with the fitness industry for over five years. He is eager to share his knowledge and experience with clients to help them reach their goals and feel good about their bodies. Jeremy is enthusiastic about helping others achieve results and leads a healthy lifestyle, serving as a positive role model for his clients.

Patty, a mother of two, graduated from Old Dominion University and has been involved in fitness ever since. She is currently working on achieving her certification in Healthy Lifestyle and Weight Management.

Her expertise is self-evident and translates well into goal-oriented programs developed for her clients’ personal success. It’s Patty’s goal to help her clients achieve their optimal fitness.

Jim graduated Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown University in Ohio with a BA in Nutrition. He is credentialed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian and certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Physiologist.

Jim has the reputation of being one of the top health professionals in the area. His clientele includes all walks of life—athletes, actors, models, business owners, elders and teens. Jim and his team have helped hundreds lose thousands.