Konner Olson

"I grew up in Westby, Wisconsin, where I played football, basketball, and baseball. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with a degree in Kinesiology, along with a Certificate in Athletic Healthcare. In my free time I enjoy playing golf and other sports, and I have a passion for hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors.   Growing up with an athletic background gives me that passion to help others enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle!"

Taylor Pagenkopf

Taylor graduated with a bachelors In Exercise Science from Winona State University. 

Taylor grew up in Winona, MN, and after she graduated from Winona State University, she trained at the YMCA in Winona.  She enjoys outdoor activities of running, hiking, and playing volleyball.   She is passionate about helping others live a healthy lifestyle and helping them achieve their goals!

Trevor Pruett

Trevor is originally from West Bend, participating in athletics in high school that carried into his college years, wrestling at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.  He earned a bachelor's degree in health, Human Performance and Recreation and has Masters in Physical Education Pedagogy. He has his Personal Training Certification along with Corrective Exercise Specialization.  He says, "I have found my passion in helping others achieve goals and discover that version of themselves they are striving to be. I am a firm believer that we were given the greatest machines ever created in our bodies and that everyone has the right to move and live without pain and enjoy their lives feeling strong and confident."  He and his wife MacKenzie and son Keegan love the outdoors, especially walking with the dogs Macie and Rue.  "I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside and with everyone, can’t wait to see you all reach your goals!"

Quinn Steckbauer 

Quinn grew up in Merrill, WI and graduated with a degree in Strength and Conditioning with a minor in psychology from UW-Oshkosh, where he played basketball for the Titans.  He received his Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist.  

In his free time, he enjoys anything outdoors including camping, biking, and hiking.   He enjoys basketball, golf, tennis, and volleyball, and is a Green Bay Packer and Milwaukee Bucks Fan.

Quinn says, "I have enjoyed sports and exercise my entire life.  They improve my health and overall well-being.  I want other people to feel that same improvement and be able to achieve their goals!  There's nothing more rewarding than helping someone do something they thought wasn't possible!"

Emma Hanson

Emma grew up in Winona, Minnesota and graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth with a degree in Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences. Emma grew up playing all types of sports but focused on basketball and swimming in high school. In college she held a position working sporting events where her love of sports and exercise grew. After college, she worked as a strength and conditioning coordinator as well as swim coach for different high schools.  

In her free time, she says, "I enjoy crocheting, cooking, outdoor activities (hiking, camping, sunsets), and traveling."

Emma says, "I am passionate about empowering individuals in their exercise and nutrition path. By dedicated myself to educating others on exercise and nutrition to help them build healthier lifestyles through informed choices and sustainable habits."

Sydney Stenger

Sydney grew up in New Prague, Minnesota, and graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and a certificate in Athletic Healthcare. During her time at UW–Madison, she developed a strong foundation in exercise science and a passion for helping others improve their health and quality of life.

In her free time, Sydney enjoys running, cycling, traveling, reading, and pottery. She also loves spending time outdoors with family and friends.

Sydney says, "I am passionate about helping others build lifelong fitness habits that empower them to live life to the fullest. I enjoy supporting people on their health and fitness journey and helping them achieve lasting results."

Nick Althoff

Founder and CEO of Northstar Fitness

After being an overweight "husky" boy weighing in around 150lbs by 5th grade, I was not happy with how I looked or felt, and I found a passion for exercise.  I eventually became a 4 sport athlete and state champion.

In college, however, I had a number of injuries that set me back. I took an interest in biomechanics and while getting a degree at the University of Notre Dame researched joint replacement solutions.  Yet, as I aged, conventional exercise continued to leave me sore, injured, and I couldn't keep the weight off.  So I put my engineering and athletic skills to work, developing the latest in resistance training technology and developed our Maximum Muscle Potential Method, combining the latest in exercise science.  As a busy father of 6, I perfected our method of safe, time-efficient, and effective exercise. 

I watched how so many people, just like my mother, were searching for pain reduction, gimmicky weight loss solutions, and medical care, and I wanted to provide a solution to share with others to be able to feel young and vibrant again.  So I hired expert staff to develop into fitness professionals and give them a career ladder to aspire to.  And I created a novel team approach to training with all the systems in place for a consistent and enjoyable experience. 

I have been featured on WXOW, WKBY News  Channel 8, and the Gym Lord's podcast.