Meet Our Personal Trainers

Get to know our personal trainers here at Campus Recreation.

Summer Trainers

Jordan

Hello! My name is Jordan Higbee and I am one of the personal trainers here at USU. I have my personal training certification from NCSF and my performance specialist certification from NASM! I specialize in working with people who are brand new to exercise, and people trying to reach their athletic potential! I am in my third year of my exercise science degree. I love meeting new people, so if you ever see me around feel free to stop me and introduce yourself.

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Nathan

Hello! I'm Nathan Phillips, and I'm currently going into my third year studying exercise science. I just recently got certified within the last 6 months through NASM and am striving to be your enthusiastic personal trainer with a passion for plyometrics, and maintaining a strong healthy lifestyle. Outside of school, you will find me playing sports, backpacking, and binging TV shows. I'm here to help you discover the potential you have and take your fitness to the next level. I always enjoy getting to know people so if you see me around feel free to reach out!

Fall Semester Trainers

Amber

Hi, I'm Amber Brocoff and I'm one of the personal trainers here at Utah State University's Logan campus. I have my personal training certification from NASM and am working toward my NASM certification to become a nutrition coach. I've been a student-athlete my entire life, playing competitive softball, cross country and track, and know the importance of weightlifting, fitness, and nutrition for well-being. I have spent the past year training females who are both brand new to exercise and people trying to reach their athletic potential. Whether you're looking to start a weightlifting regimen or want to build/tone, I'd love to help. I'm majoring in Nutrition Science with a Pre-Health emphasis. When I'm not in class, you can usually find me here at the gym - say "hello" anytime!

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Derek

Hi, my name is Derek Hayes. I'm currently majoring in Nutrition Science at Utah State and have been personal training for nearly 2 years. I am a competitive powerlifter and a state record holder. I'm super passionate about getting stronger, living a healthy sustainable lifestyle, and improving movement capabilities. Outside the gym, some things that I love are the piano, soccer, anime, reading, and Spanish. I love talking too, so free free to chat when you see me!

Mackenzie

Howdy! My name is Mackenzie Newman and I am a personal trainer for USU! I recently graduated from USU in exercise science! I have 2 certifications from NASM, the personal training and nutrition coach. My personal fitness journey started with 12 years of swimming and water polo and recently 3 years of powerlifting. I have recently worked with USU strength and conditioning for the school athletics and I have a new position at InterMountain Logan Regional as an Exercise Therapist in Cardiac Rehab! Some other fun info on me is I was recently married, I drive a Kawasaki Ninja and I love cooking! Feel free to reach out and say hi because I would love to get to know y'all!

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