FOUNDER/TRAINER, Info@lxfitnessclub.com

Mel grew up as a member of the nomadic subculture of Army brats.  Even with the constantly varied environments, the universal theme was always fitness.  Every day was spent actively outdoors with the other kids on base.  She began organized sports at 9 years old and continued to share that passion for fitness throughout college.

After college she began Olympic Lifting as a way to introduce some variety into her training. Shortly thereafter she was  introduced to CrossFit.  It didn’t take long before she began adapting the functional fitness methods into the training of her private clients and began competing, leading to appearances in the regional CrossFit games in 2010, 2011, 2014, 2015 and 2016.  In 2017 she earned the highly coveted Professional status as a female bodybuilder in the Women’s Physique division. 

TRAINER, Joel@lxfitnessclub.com

Joel is an experienced trainer who grew up in Los Angeles. A child of educators, his earliest years were filled with schoolwork, youth sports, art, and travel. After earning his B.A at Trinity College (CT) and M.S. at NYU, Joel found his own passion for teaching in training, and returned to LA to begin his fitness career at Equinox Fitness Club and at Fox Studios. Upon relocating to the East Coast, he served as head trainer at a CrossFit gym.

Joel has trained clients of all ages and fitness levels—from complete beginners to high-performance athletes—and specializes in performance enhancement, gait correction, biomechanics, mobility, rehabilitative training, balance, and focus development. He has received certifications from the National Council of Strength and Fitness (NCSF), the Kettlebell Association of America, and the American Parkour Academy, and studied Olympic lifting at the Bob Takano Weightlifting school. Outside of the gym, Joel is a talented web designer and illustrator, with two comic book titles to his name. He lives in Dorset with his wife and two young daughters.

Trainer, Cricket@802turf.com

A Montpelier High School alum and Vermont all-state soccer standout, Cricket led the University of Vermont to their first America East Championship and has since coached at BBA while playing in the WPSL with Vermont Fusion. With a background in Exercise Science and extensive coaching experience, Cricket brings unmatched skill and passion to LX.

Beyond soccer, she loves hiking mountains, lifting weights, and biking but her joy comes in any form of physical competition.

You can also find Cricket coaching and leading Programs at Play Multi sport Turf in East Dorset.

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TRAINER, Kelly@lxfitnessclub.com

Kelly brings extensive experience to our team. A Syracuse University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science, Kelly was a Division One athlete, competing in both rowing and alpine skiing—showcasing her commitment to fitness and performance.

Kelly previously worked as a strength and conditioning coach for Syracuse Athletics, collaborating with the women’s soccer and volleyball teams. Her coaching background and passion for guiding others toward their fitness goals make her a valuable part of our gym community. Whether you're aiming to build strength, boost athletic performance, or adopt a healthier lifestyle, Kelly is here to support you every step of the way.