Eric Viskovicz
Position At LIFE : President
Place of Birth : Pittsburgh,PA
School/Degree : University of Pittsburgh; Economics and biology
As the president of LIFE Eric devised the science behind one of the most effective weight loss strategies in the world. Eric spearheaded the boot camp revolution that has taken the nation by a storm. With over 22 years of experience he has scientifically perfected with tested proven results a program that erupted well before the biggest looser and other television network weight loss programs. He believes that what makes LIFE undoubtedly a powerful life altering organization is that although it is growing at an incredible pace it is still a deeply personal and intimate assessment of each individual client that becomes part of the community. Eric expertly hand picks all of the state of the art equipment, every trainer, manager and anybody that has access to the clients based on their experience. He is positive that LIFE has the best equipment and team working for the clients with a collective 200 years of experience, knowledge and supreme expertise. Additionally, LIFE has explored a psychological component that no other company has delved into. Behavioral therapy is an extensive part of altering the client’s behavior for life and Eric believes this is often the root and an agent of change.
Eric Viskovicz is the fitness mastermind behind some of the world’s most renowned individuals. He has trained everybody from well-known actors, actresses, and models, princess, kings and queens of countries from all over the world. He has trained the Dodger Organization, Bette Midler, Chris Doughtry, Jessica Beil, Angela Basset, Cedric the Entertainer and Olympic gold medal winners, among other high-profile clients. He has a tremendous passion for his work and cares deeply about every client that comes to his fitness camp. And even when they leave, he continues to offer them support and guidance, helping them with their struggles as they continue on their journey. He has grand visions for life wanting to explore as many avenues as possible, to offer people the means to make the lifestyle changes necessary to be healthy and fit for life. His ventures include a healthy food distribution company, Web site offering nutrition and fitness information in a variety of downloadable formats, an allergy-based nutrition program, and a camp for obese kids, among many others. He assures clients that LIFE is a lifetime worth of dedication, science, and expertise above and beyond any other in the world.
Eric Viskovicz is the fitness mastermind behind some of the world’s most renowned individuals. He has trained everybody from well-known actors, actresses, and models, princess, kings and queens of countries from all over the world. He has trained the Dodger Organization, Bette Midler, Chris Doughtry, Jessica Beil, Angela Basset, Cedric the Entertainer and Olympic gold medal winners, among other high-profile clients. He has a tremendous passion for his work and cares deeply about every client that comes to his fitness camp. And even when they leave, he continues to offer them support and guidance, helping them with their struggles as they continue on their journey. He has grand visions for life wanting to explore as many avenues as possible, to offer people the means to make the lifestyle changes necessary to be healthy and fit for life. His ventures include a healthy food distribution company, Web site offering nutrition and fitness information in a variety of downloadable formats, an allergy-based nutrition program, and a camp for obese kids, among many others. He assures clients that LIFE is a lifetime worth of dedication, science, and expertise above and beyond any other in the world.
Sarah Sventek
Position At LIFE : Executive Vice President
Place of Birth : MN
School/Degree : Santa Monica College; University of Wisconsin; Degrees in child development and concentration in human development
As the executive vice president Sarah has been an integral part of L.I.F.E’s growth since its commencement, and an invaluable component to its success. Starting out as a client at the camp more than eleven years ago, she gained an intimate understanding of what Eric Viskovicz’s life changing philosophy was all about. She had tried absolutely every diet, meal plan and drug known to man to try to lose weight. Eric’s L.I.F.E. program was the only plan that focused on the third key to sustaining successful weight loss, the Mind. Eric taught her how to master her mind for long-term weight loss success, and at that moment, she knew she had to help others to do the same thing. Understanding the challenges, obstacles, and struggles and what it takes to overcome them has been a key element in enabling Sarah to better serve clients. Since then her contributions have been critical components to the expansion of the program.
In her current role as Executive Vice President she is vital to the operations of the company. Throughout the years, she has been the lead Reservations Coordinator, encouraging countless people to trust in to the LIFE Program. Early on at the company, she developed the meal plan and nutritional aspects of the program – at one point even cooking the guest’s meals. She also has worked with guests as a personal trainer and weight management specialist. Her specialty has been working with women and children in the following areas: fat reduction; lifestyle change for fitness and nutrition; body sculpting; childhood obesity and fitness; heavily obese women; and prenatal and postpartum exercise.
In her current role as Executive Vice President she is vital to the operations of the company. Throughout the years, she has been the lead Reservations Coordinator, encouraging countless people to trust in to the LIFE Program. Early on at the company, she developed the meal plan and nutritional aspects of the program – at one point even cooking the guest’s meals. She also has worked with guests as a personal trainer and weight management specialist. Her specialty has been working with women and children in the following areas: fat reduction; lifestyle change for fitness and nutrition; body sculpting; childhood obesity and fitness; heavily obese women; and prenatal and postpartum exercise.
Joel Lyftogt
Position At LIFE : Vice President
Place of Birth : AZ
School/Degree : University of Southern California; Bachelor’s degree in Cinema-Television
As Vice President of L.I.F.E Joel brings to the company his valuable business expertise to help with the companies growth. He considers himself to be creative, hardworking, fun-loving and dedicated to the community here at L.I.F.E. He believes that hard work is a measure of what you do every day, not just some days. His motivation for what he does here comes from watching his mother struggle through a severe ailment. She regained her health by changing her lifestyle to include proper nutrition and exercise. From this experience, Joel developed a passion for health and fitness and his motto became to live fully and teach others about living a healthy lifestyle.
His decision to stay and grow with the company was further cemented when he observed Eric Viskovicz maintaining contact with former clients, helping them push through to meet their goals and making sure they continued their success individually. This genuine sincerity and desire in wanting to make people’s lives struck a cord with Joel in his final decision to work for L.I.F.E. Joel would love to help grow this company from what some refer to as a live-in-fat camp into a community of people seeking the change they want to see in their mind and bodies. With thousands of fad diets and TV infomercial scams, the opportunity to create a real product that is both effective and exciting has been the engine fueling L.I.F.E. With the obesity epidemic taking the nation by a storm, he feels that we need to take Eric’s message to a broader audience. Among others, his initiatives include making school cafeterias a healthier place for kids, and making health and fitness knowledge accessible to everyone.
His decision to stay and grow with the company was further cemented when he observed Eric Viskovicz maintaining contact with former clients, helping them push through to meet their goals and making sure they continued their success individually. This genuine sincerity and desire in wanting to make people’s lives struck a cord with Joel in his final decision to work for L.I.F.E. Joel would love to help grow this company from what some refer to as a live-in-fat camp into a community of people seeking the change they want to see in their mind and bodies. With thousands of fad diets and TV infomercial scams, the opportunity to create a real product that is both effective and exciting has been the engine fueling L.I.F.E. With the obesity epidemic taking the nation by a storm, he feels that we need to take Eric’s message to a broader audience. Among others, his initiatives include making school cafeterias a healthier place for kids, and making health and fitness knowledge accessible to everyone.
Nicola Gibson
Position At LIFE : Program Director
Place of Birth : Cornwall,England
School/Degree : Saltash College; Associate degrees in business, finance, and interior design.
Nicola’s story is true and dear to the very core of what L.I.F.E is all about. Growing up she was an energetic adolescent, as she led an active lifestyle engaging in sports was the norm. However, as her career quickly shifted and her profession changed so did her level of activity, dropping to an all time low. Her weight rapidly got out of control and she saw herself tipping the scale at an excess weight of 70 lbs. After several attempts to loose weight failed, feeling hopeless and distraught she came to the weight loss camp in hopes of regaining her former self. L.I.F.E would prove to be the fountain of hope she was searching for. The camp was a great fitness network, challenging, yet rewarding. It was new and exciting, and the variety of boot camps kept her interest, but most importantly it worked! She saw her weight drop from size 18 to size 6, and has managed to keep the weight off for 9 years. On account of her battle with her weight Nicola has an innermost understanding of the issues regarding weight loss and weight gain- the struggles, frustrations, plateaus, and results, and most importantly, maintaining a lifestyle that caters the new you.
By working closely with the president, Eric Viskovicz, for the past nine years, she has learned the philosophy and vision of the company as it has come to fruition. Losing the weight nourished her newly found confidence leading her to seek a career path as a certified trainer, and in turn she has been able to help others through her profound understanding of their struggle. She started with L.I.F.E. as a boot camp instructor, and now holds the position of Managing Director overseeing the Marina Del Rey facility. She looks forward to being a part of the continued growth of the company.
By working closely with the president, Eric Viskovicz, for the past nine years, she has learned the philosophy and vision of the company as it has come to fruition. Losing the weight nourished her newly found confidence leading her to seek a career path as a certified trainer, and in turn she has been able to help others through her profound understanding of their struggle. She started with L.I.F.E. as a boot camp instructor, and now holds the position of Managing Director overseeing the Marina Del Rey facility. She looks forward to being a part of the continued growth of the company.
Laura Samimi
Position At LIFE : Bookeeper;Human Resources
Place of Birth : El Paso,TX
School/Degree : Court Reporting
Laura began her career early on as a court reporter but her passion for working with numbers led her to a career path in the accounting industry. Beginning as a part-time bookkeeper for L.I.F.E she soon moved into a full-time management role. This quickly developed into her becoming an integral part of the day-to-day operations of L.I.F.E. Laura always wanted to work for a company that makes a difference in people’s lives and as she grew an intimate understanding of L.I.F.E.’s mission she knew that she had found her second home.
After giving birth, working at L.I.F.E. helped Laura whip her body back into shape in a short amount of time. Laura met her husband at a gym and the two of them incorporate many of the strategies, and programs she has learned at L.I.F.E. in her own family dynamics. She says that her time at L.I.F.E. has been priceless in the vast amount of knowledge she has accumulated about staying healthy. L.I.F.E taught her that eating proper nutritious meals is something she must use daily at home and something she will take with her for the rest of her life.
After giving birth, working at L.I.F.E. helped Laura whip her body back into shape in a short amount of time. Laura met her husband at a gym and the two of them incorporate many of the strategies, and programs she has learned at L.I.F.E. in her own family dynamics. She says that her time at L.I.F.E. has been priceless in the vast amount of knowledge she has accumulated about staying healthy. L.I.F.E taught her that eating proper nutritious meals is something she must use daily at home and something she will take with her for the rest of her life.
Rey Vasquez-Solis
Position At LIFE : Operations Director
Place of Birth : Callao,Peru
School/Degree : University of Massachusetts, Boston
Rey is our new Operations Manager here at L.I.F.E. He came into a threshold of high expectations when interviewing for this position. Eric expects the highest level of customer service and loyalty within our staff, and he believed Rey could meet and even exceed those high expectations. Rey has the education, experience, and personality that we look for in all of our staff members. He knew that Eric had built a business that helped people change lives and he wanted to be a part of it. They both share an unyielding dedication to help others, so once he met the Team and gained the Eric Viskovicz stamp of approval, we knew he would be the perfect fit.
His role at L.I.F.E. is to be a lightning rod for all situations and oversee quality of service so that our clients have the best experience during their stay. Rey works to ensure that everyone that comes to L.I.F.E. reaches their goals and is here to personally assist in anyway he can.
When Rey isn’t attending to the needs of others, he leads an active lifestyle and enjoys spending time outdoors. He loves scuba diving, reading, writing short stories and books, marathons, cycling, tennis and kickboxing. His passion for sports and his desire to make fitness a part of his life was one of the most attractive benefits of joining our company.
As those that work with Rey will tell you, he is a wonderful asset to our team. He is full of energy, drive and motivation.
His role at L.I.F.E. is to be a lightning rod for all situations and oversee quality of service so that our clients have the best experience during their stay. Rey works to ensure that everyone that comes to L.I.F.E. reaches their goals and is here to personally assist in anyway he can.
When Rey isn’t attending to the needs of others, he leads an active lifestyle and enjoys spending time outdoors. He loves scuba diving, reading, writing short stories and books, marathons, cycling, tennis and kickboxing. His passion for sports and his desire to make fitness a part of his life was one of the most attractive benefits of joining our company.
As those that work with Rey will tell you, he is a wonderful asset to our team. He is full of energy, drive and motivation.
Adam Locke
Position At LIFE : Reservations Coordinator
Place of Birth : Monterey CA
School/Degree : Fresno State, CA
Adam came to LIFE as a client wanting to transform his body and mind. After being such a devoted client to the weight-loss program and achieving this goal he wanted very much to stay and be part of the community that inspired him and changed his life forever. He feels as though no other facility compares to the customization and individualization that LIFE offers to each individual. Adam loves the fact that the training staff is world class, meal plans are personalized per person and the living facilities are full of luxury and that he was treated as an individual when he was a client and not just a number. Being a part of the weight loss program rewired his perspective and outlook on life. He went from not caring about his personal health to understanding that what he puts in his body as food is actually fuel needed for energy and this has sparked an exuberance that is now very much part of his persona. Due to his confidence and vitality Adam is particularly great at working with clientele and he specializes in reservations and enrollments at LIFE.
Adam is fond of the idea that he can impact peoples life by simply picking up the phone and letting them know how L.I.F.E. was the answer for him, and how it could be the answer for them too. The fact that every second of the day is dedicated to helping individuals is what motivates him to come to work. He feels he is now in sync with the L.I.F.E. vision that Eric created for health and fitness. Adam is excited about the company’s growth and sees its massive potential to help everyone who struggles with their weight. Being part of this life changing experience and a thriving member of LIFE’s community is where he sees his future and the future of the company..
Adam is fond of the idea that he can impact peoples life by simply picking up the phone and letting them know how L.I.F.E. was the answer for him, and how it could be the answer for them too. The fact that every second of the day is dedicated to helping individuals is what motivates him to come to work. He feels he is now in sync with the L.I.F.E. vision that Eric created for health and fitness. Adam is excited about the company’s growth and sees its massive potential to help everyone who struggles with their weight. Being part of this life changing experience and a thriving member of LIFE’s community is where he sees his future and the future of the company..
Omari Bernard
Position At LIFE : Head of our training department, Exercise Physiologist.
Place of Birth : Miami
School/Degree : Bachelor in Excercise and Sports Science and a Master Degree in Excercise physiology
Omari comes to Live In Fitness after an entire life filled with sports and athletics. His journey into the sports arena started when he was but 6 years old. As his repertoire of professional athleticism continued to increase throughout high school and his collegiate experience as a track and field athlete, he developed a passion and a love for sports. Sports and athleticism have been his biggest contributors to a successful path in both education and in life. He feels as though his drive in nutrition and health have helped fuel a mutual drive and ambition in other aspects of his life.
Omari says that fitness has always been second nature to him. Growing up playing football, soccer, track, cross-country, tennis, and basketball his love for sports has carried over into his adult life and it has become part of the reason he loves working at LIFE. Omari excelled in sports with a natural passion for athletics. He has an innate drive to succeed and step out of his comfort zone to continuously improvement. He admits that this the reason he loves to get clients to step out of their comfort zone. He believes this takes clients further along in their journey at LIFE and pushes them to the next level. He has mastered the ability to enable them to gain confidence, improve their attitude, and self worth. Omari’s clients say that he is one of the most motivational trainers they have worked with. With his upbeat and positive personality he manages to keep them focused on their long term goals, success, and their journey.
Omari says that fitness has always been second nature to him. Growing up playing football, soccer, track, cross-country, tennis, and basketball his love for sports has carried over into his adult life and it has become part of the reason he loves working at LIFE. Omari excelled in sports with a natural passion for athletics. He has an innate drive to succeed and step out of his comfort zone to continuously improvement. He admits that this the reason he loves to get clients to step out of their comfort zone. He believes this takes clients further along in their journey at LIFE and pushes them to the next level. He has mastered the ability to enable them to gain confidence, improve their attitude, and self worth. Omari’s clients say that he is one of the most motivational trainers they have worked with. With his upbeat and positive personality he manages to keep them focused on their long term goals, success, and their journey.
Arleigh Thorp
Position At LIFE : Coach
Place of Birth : Walnut Creek
School/Degree : Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology with an option in secondary education, from Long Beach State.
Credentials: NCCPT, CPR, AED, and L.I.F.E. instructor. Her honors include: receiving an athletic scholarship to play softball at Long Beach State; being collegiate softball team captain for two years; and playing on an All-Conference team.
After being a lifetime athelete and participant in sports Arleigh decided that her career in college would consist of gaining the knowledge necessary to be an expert on how the body works, nutrition and health. This would ultimately lead her to a degree in kinesiology with an option in education. Knowing the biomechanics and anatomy of the body helps her choose the appropriate exercises with precision for each client individualy. She has knowledge of many motivating and goal setting strategies that she incorporates into her training techniques. Growing up in an athletic atmosphere and participating in sports has taught her a lot about how far people can push their bodies and minds. She is a firm believer that most people don’t realize their capabilities or their potential. She realizes that the clients are at different levels of fitness, this means different levels of exercise and motivation. She prides herself in her ability to continually push her clients at whatever stage they are at to meet their goals and become healthy individuals. Through the years she has been able to teach clients where they can afford to push the limits of their mind and body.
Continuous learning and growth is important for Arleigh and working in the environment that L.I.F.E offers has made her evermore knowledgeable about health and fitness. Being around other knowledgeable and enthusiastic trainers has made her a well-rounded coach at large. She shares Eric Viskovicz vision for the future of L.I.F.E and wants to be a part of building the company, so that they can continue to transform and change people’s lives infinitely.
After being a lifetime athelete and participant in sports Arleigh decided that her career in college would consist of gaining the knowledge necessary to be an expert on how the body works, nutrition and health. This would ultimately lead her to a degree in kinesiology with an option in education. Knowing the biomechanics and anatomy of the body helps her choose the appropriate exercises with precision for each client individualy. She has knowledge of many motivating and goal setting strategies that she incorporates into her training techniques. Growing up in an athletic atmosphere and participating in sports has taught her a lot about how far people can push their bodies and minds. She is a firm believer that most people don’t realize their capabilities or their potential. She realizes that the clients are at different levels of fitness, this means different levels of exercise and motivation. She prides herself in her ability to continually push her clients at whatever stage they are at to meet their goals and become healthy individuals. Through the years she has been able to teach clients where they can afford to push the limits of their mind and body.
Continuous learning and growth is important for Arleigh and working in the environment that L.I.F.E offers has made her evermore knowledgeable about health and fitness. Being around other knowledgeable and enthusiastic trainers has made her a well-rounded coach at large. She shares Eric Viskovicz vision for the future of L.I.F.E and wants to be a part of building the company, so that they can continue to transform and change people’s lives infinitely.
Cherise Mosiman
Position At LIFE : Trainer
Place of Birth : Santa Cruz
School/Degree : University of California, Davis, Exercise Biology.
Early on in her career Cherise was certain she wanted her job to comprise of working with people to help make a difference in their lives. One major life-changing event that ultimately altered the course of her future career was when her boyfriend was diagnosed with cancer and died. Cherise wanted to make sure that her future was devoted to helping people live a lifestyle that would extend their lives as long as possible. Initially she wanted to follow a career in nursing but decided that working at a weight loss facility, adjusting people’s habits, perspectives and lifestyles before they end up on an unhealthy path was the best fit for her and her experiences. The death of her boyfriend prompted her determination to try to help others make decisions to maintain the best life that they can possibly have.
Cherise’s passion for athletics began early on in her childhood. She played basketball and softball as a child and always enjoyed applying the things she has learned and experiences in her life to her job and to help her clients achieve their goals. She takes pride in establishing early on the foundation and the small steps that clients need in order to succeed and have a full transformation of their minds and bodies. LIFE has proven to be a community that she is proud to be a part of. The fitness camp is filled with wonderful clients and excellent staff that she not only encourages but that they in return inspire her to be a better individual.
Cherise’s passion for athletics began early on in her childhood. She played basketball and softball as a child and always enjoyed applying the things she has learned and experiences in her life to her job and to help her clients achieve their goals. She takes pride in establishing early on the foundation and the small steps that clients need in order to succeed and have a full transformation of their minds and bodies. LIFE has proven to be a community that she is proud to be a part of. The fitness camp is filled with wonderful clients and excellent staff that she not only encourages but that they in return inspire her to be a better individual.
Marco Roman
Position At LIFE : Trainer
Place of Birth : Mexico
School/Degree : National Autonomous University of Mexico.
Marco comes to L.I.F.E with more than 20 years of private training expertise, working with clients of all ages and levels of experience from all walks of life. As a former owner of a thriving personal training business and private gym, he had the pleasure of working with high-profile actors and models. Incredibly enough he worked at Oscar de la Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions, wherein he trained professional athletes. In a fitness capacity, Marco has also appeared in commercials, TV shows and workout videos.
Marco’s philosophy towards his clients’ wellness is building strong relationship based on trust. His sincerity, warmth, and humility make it easy for clients to quickly feel comfortable. His compassion allows him to see each person as special and deserving of the opportunity to become healthier, once they’ve made the decision to do so. From there, Marco has the pleasure of giving clients the motivation to bring about change intrinsically. He feels it’s a privilege to work with L.I.F.E. team members in applying the philosophy of Eric Viskovicz regarding fitness and nutrition that focuses on lifestyle changes for lifelong wellness. One of the many aspects that attracted Marco to L.I.F.E. is its holistic approach to wellness. Getting rid of fad diets and gimmicks, and reaching clients in a healthy way is a good fit for Marco. He looks forward to working with each client as they create new, healthier lifestyle and is honored to share in their journey towards wellness.
Marco’s philosophy towards his clients’ wellness is building strong relationship based on trust. His sincerity, warmth, and humility make it easy for clients to quickly feel comfortable. His compassion allows him to see each person as special and deserving of the opportunity to become healthier, once they’ve made the decision to do so. From there, Marco has the pleasure of giving clients the motivation to bring about change intrinsically. He feels it’s a privilege to work with L.I.F.E. team members in applying the philosophy of Eric Viskovicz regarding fitness and nutrition that focuses on lifestyle changes for lifelong wellness. One of the many aspects that attracted Marco to L.I.F.E. is its holistic approach to wellness. Getting rid of fad diets and gimmicks, and reaching clients in a healthy way is a good fit for Marco. He looks forward to working with each client as they create new, healthier lifestyle and is honored to share in their journey towards wellness.
Schuyler Yancey
Position At LIFE : Trainer
Place of Birth : Atlanta Georgia
School/Degree : Marymount Manhattan College; BFA Acting and communication.
Growing up Schuyler was quite the athlete, participating in just about every sport available in the athletics program at his school including soccer, tennis, track, and basketball. As an adolescent he was poised to become a professional soccer player but opted out for a career path in acting instead. Stumbling onto LIFE allowed him to regain his passion for the physical aspect of the human body and he ended up loving the program and being a trainer. In particular he enjoys the dichotomous relationship between acting and being a coach, because the focus is not on himself but on his clients and helping them achieve their goals. Schuyler notes that what differentiates LIFE from other weight loss facilities is the psychological approach that they take in terms of getting to the root of the issue, which is often the reason as to why clients gained weight in the first place. Rather than just treating the symptom Schuyler begins to establish a connection and relationship with his clients in order to identify the problem and hone in on a solution and a plan of action.
Schuyler comprehends the importance of truly understanding that every client has distinct personalities and motivations, thus this allows him to design a different personalized approach for their weight loss goals. He has mastered the art of navigating from one client to the next and is able to quickly refine his technique and style appropriately. The most gratifying part of his job he states is the reaction clients get when they reach their goals. He is very artful in getting the most out of his clients and pulling out their inner strength. The most important part of keeping his clients motivated is not allowing them to stop or foster the mentality that they can’t achieve. He is a firm believer that there is a point where they need to stop listening to the voice inside their heads and start listening to him, thus forcing them to believe that they are capable of a lot more than they think they are. Clients are the biggest reasons he comes to work every day; in fact he states there really is no other reason but them.
Schuyler comprehends the importance of truly understanding that every client has distinct personalities and motivations, thus this allows him to design a different personalized approach for their weight loss goals. He has mastered the art of navigating from one client to the next and is able to quickly refine his technique and style appropriately. The most gratifying part of his job he states is the reaction clients get when they reach their goals. He is very artful in getting the most out of his clients and pulling out their inner strength. The most important part of keeping his clients motivated is not allowing them to stop or foster the mentality that they can’t achieve. He is a firm believer that there is a point where they need to stop listening to the voice inside their heads and start listening to him, thus forcing them to believe that they are capable of a lot more than they think they are. Clients are the biggest reasons he comes to work every day; in fact he states there really is no other reason but them.
Sye Conteh
Position At LIFE : Trainer
Place of Birth : Los Angeles, CA
School/Degree : AMCI Exercise Physiology.
Sye comes to LIFE with an entire lifetime worth of athleticism. Early on he had a drive and passion for sports, playing soccer for fourteen years, baseball, and football. His parents have imbued in him a sense of drive and determination that has been a deeply ingrained part of who he is today and he applies his drive in his training techniques. His mother being a doctor prompted him initially to want to work in a hospital, but he than decided that instead of working with people in hospitals he preferred to rehabilitate individuals and guide them towards a healthy lifestyle. He also believes that his parents have been the biggest contributors to his yearning to help others. He started his personal training career in the California Health and Fitness facility and decided to continue his career here at LIFE.
Sye enjoys helping others make lifestyle changes to ensure they reach their full potential and goals. His strong background in athletics is what has taught him that a healthy body and mind are keys to a great future. The most gratifying part of his job he believes is helping people reach their goals. He believes that there is nothing more satisfactory than when a client sees the results they were seeking. Sye admits that he has a natural ability to work with people in helping them find that inner strength and fire that many don’t believe that they have. He is a firm believer that many of LIFE’s clients need to readjust their perspective on their lifestyle, and that everybody and anybody has the ability to tap into that inner strength, they just need that extra push and mental aspect to take themselves to the next level. In accordance to his experience the best way to do this is to gain an intimate understanding of his clients needs and motivations, communication is key.
Sye enjoys helping others make lifestyle changes to ensure they reach their full potential and goals. His strong background in athletics is what has taught him that a healthy body and mind are keys to a great future. The most gratifying part of his job he believes is helping people reach their goals. He believes that there is nothing more satisfactory than when a client sees the results they were seeking. Sye admits that he has a natural ability to work with people in helping them find that inner strength and fire that many don’t believe that they have. He is a firm believer that many of LIFE’s clients need to readjust their perspective on their lifestyle, and that everybody and anybody has the ability to tap into that inner strength, they just need that extra push and mental aspect to take themselves to the next level. In accordance to his experience the best way to do this is to gain an intimate understanding of his clients needs and motivations, communication is key.
Jennifer Katz
Position At LIFE : Nutritionist
Place of Birth : Los Angeles, CA
School/Degree : BS Psychology and Integrative Biology, University of California, Berkley; Post Bachelor Clinical Nursing New York University.
Jennifer studied at Berkley to be a nurse and she watched as many patients came to the hospital because of the poor nutritional habits they had developed in their lives. She also saw many patients leave the hospital without getting the necessary tools needed to be successful in the life. She wanted to follow a career path that would enable her to help people with their nutritional profile before they entered into a hospital because of their eating habits or poor nutrition.
Jennifer believes that it takes an entire team to get someone healthy. She relates the ancient African proverb that it takes a village to raise a child and that taking that same philosophy to health, she thinks it also takes a village or a team to get someone who has taken the wrong path in their life with regards to fitness and nutrition to get back on the right path.
She understands the importance that Nutrition plays in successful weight loss but says that is only one component. She believes that the team that has been assembled by L.I.F.E. is a great to help others get their entire body healthy again and she is thrilled to be part of the team. She says the L.I.F.E. approach for building the foundation to help people make dramatic changes in their life is something anyone can accomplish and that her job is to help clients make their journey at L.I.F.E. a success.
Jennifer enjoys dance, running, yoga, cooking, crossword puzzles, reading short stories, hiking, biking, reading, hip hop and taking fitness classes. She says that eating right should not being about saying “never eat this or never drink that” but more about learning a new way to maintain your baseline and enjoy your life in a way that is beneficial to your health.
Jennifer believes that it takes an entire team to get someone healthy. She relates the ancient African proverb that it takes a village to raise a child and that taking that same philosophy to health, she thinks it also takes a village or a team to get someone who has taken the wrong path in their life with regards to fitness and nutrition to get back on the right path.
She understands the importance that Nutrition plays in successful weight loss but says that is only one component. She believes that the team that has been assembled by L.I.F.E. is a great to help others get their entire body healthy again and she is thrilled to be part of the team. She says the L.I.F.E. approach for building the foundation to help people make dramatic changes in their life is something anyone can accomplish and that her job is to help clients make their journey at L.I.F.E. a success.
Jennifer enjoys dance, running, yoga, cooking, crossword puzzles, reading short stories, hiking, biking, reading, hip hop and taking fitness classes. She says that eating right should not being about saying “never eat this or never drink that” but more about learning a new way to maintain your baseline and enjoy your life in a way that is beneficial to your health.
Leo Flowers
Position At LIFE : Life Coach
Place of Birth : Chicago,Illinois
School/Degree : BS, MA Counseling Psychology Ball State University.
Leo Flowers is a great asset to the team at L.I.F.E. He came to L.I.F.E. with several years of Life Coaching experience. He believes that people need a more holistic comprehensive approach to solving problems in their life and with hard work and effort; there is nothing that is impossible.
Leo played college football on a scholarship. He uses the skills he learned in football to help clients. He knows that those skills will also help clients set and reach their goals. He believes in one step at a time and understands that the steps are in place for a reason. He knows that by helping clients take each step they will be able to achieve their weight loss goals and any other goals they have in their life. He wants to help L.I.F.E. clients move to the next stage in their life and he believes that by helping clients communicate better with themselves and with others than all their dreams and goals can be realized.
Many clients come to L.I.F.E. having slacked off in some aspect of their life that caused them to gain weight. He believes that if someone slacks off in one area that most likely they are slacking off in other areas. His job is to help clients create an action plan and to carry though on that plan. He wants to help others focus on where they are right now and where they want to be in the future.
Leo says that before every season of football the team had summer camps and intensive football boot camps. He believes this fostered camaraderie and was “all football all the time.” He chose L.I.F.E. because it is the same; clients are in a boot camp for fitness. It is “all fitness and all good nutrition all the time.” He knows from experience that many need this type of boot camp to jumpstart them on the right path. He knows this will help clients develop new habits and a new way of thinking.
Leo is a natural athlete and in addition to playing football his entire life, he also played racquetball and basketball. Leo loves cooking and he especially enjoys cooking Italian foods from scratch. He loves to travel and enjoys being outdoors. He likes kayaking, biking, archery and trying new things. He also enjoys the simple things in life like hanging out with friends.
Leo played college football on a scholarship. He uses the skills he learned in football to help clients. He knows that those skills will also help clients set and reach their goals. He believes in one step at a time and understands that the steps are in place for a reason. He knows that by helping clients take each step they will be able to achieve their weight loss goals and any other goals they have in their life. He wants to help L.I.F.E. clients move to the next stage in their life and he believes that by helping clients communicate better with themselves and with others than all their dreams and goals can be realized.
Many clients come to L.I.F.E. having slacked off in some aspect of their life that caused them to gain weight. He believes that if someone slacks off in one area that most likely they are slacking off in other areas. His job is to help clients create an action plan and to carry though on that plan. He wants to help others focus on where they are right now and where they want to be in the future.
Leo says that before every season of football the team had summer camps and intensive football boot camps. He believes this fostered camaraderie and was “all football all the time.” He chose L.I.F.E. because it is the same; clients are in a boot camp for fitness. It is “all fitness and all good nutrition all the time.” He knows from experience that many need this type of boot camp to jumpstart them on the right path. He knows this will help clients develop new habits and a new way of thinking.
Leo is a natural athlete and in addition to playing football his entire life, he also played racquetball and basketball. Leo loves cooking and he especially enjoys cooking Italian foods from scratch. He loves to travel and enjoys being outdoors. He likes kayaking, biking, archery and trying new things. He also enjoys the simple things in life like hanging out with friends.
Mike LoSardo
Position At LIFE : Executive Chef
Place of Birth : Los Angeles
School/Degree : I.C.I.F. Italian Culinary Institute for Foreign Professionals. Credentials: MS in Culinary Arts
Michael’s passion for cuisines began early in his career at the young age of 15 when he worked for a family owned restaurant. He trained under many prominent Southern California chefs before moving to Austin Texas where he opened an Italian restaurant for a friend called Mezzaluna. While working in Texas he discovered a school for culinary arts and work program in Italy that would cater to his passion for cooking. His next career move would be established in Las Vegas wherein he worked at some of the most prestigious restaurants, such as the Bouchon and Valentino located at the Venetian.Soon he would find himself once again in the heart of California, but this time amidst a health conscious staff and nutritious but delicious low fat recipes.
Michael continually shows his passion for food, in the transcendent quality he produces for his clients. Taking fastidious care to learn each individual’s predilection, he customizes each dish to meet the client’s dietary requirements. Michael is committed to insuring the clients enjoy their meals. He offers weekly cooking classes, working one on one with clients, teaching cooking techniques and proper portion control.
Michael continually shows his passion for food, in the transcendent quality he produces for his clients. Taking fastidious care to learn each individual’s predilection, he customizes each dish to meet the client’s dietary requirements. Michael is committed to insuring the clients enjoy their meals. He offers weekly cooking classes, working one on one with clients, teaching cooking techniques and proper portion control.
Seong Hwang
Position At LIFE : Chef de Cuisine
Place of Birth : Los Angeles
School/Degree : Associate’s degree in culinary arts, bachelors of Science in electrical engineering.
Seong, while combining his love of cooking and his strict attention to detail, has dedicated himself to making nutritious meals delicious. He credits his previous experience in engineering and teaching to his ability to stay focused and multi-task in the kitchen. Prior to joining L.I.F.E., Seong worked at Ray’s Fusion Cuisine, Cinch Restaurant, and Bistro 561. It was learning the importance of helping others at a young age having grown up in a pastor’s family that drew him to a career at L.I.F.E. He admired the idea of helping people achieve their personal goals and the devoted staff who puts others’ needs before their own.
L.I.F.E allows him to combine his passionate love for cooking and creating with his desire to help others. Seong hopes to play an intricate role in the starting and growth of the company restaurant as well as providing nutrition’s and delicious meals on a nation-wide scale.
L.I.F.E allows him to combine his passionate love for cooking and creating with his desire to help others. Seong hopes to play an intricate role in the starting and growth of the company restaurant as well as providing nutrition’s and delicious meals on a nation-wide scale.
Josh Haskel
Joshua’s passion for cooking began within his household. He felt as though cooking became his stress reliever, an excuse to cook a delicious healthy meal and simultaneously get away from the world. When he began his culinary career, a nutrition class was part of the mandatory curriculum. Suddenly, the combination of nutriment and food became his primary interest. LIFE gives him the opportunity to blend two of his most beloved interests and to teach the clients what a wholesome meal is all about.
Joshua’s take on the American diet is that it is a distorted version of what real food and a balanced meal is all about. He makes it a priority to give people direction towards a better beneficial and sustaining diet. He wants others to recognize and understand that food can be delectable without it being tainted by preservatives and refined sugars. He has a mastery over what he calls real food; nutritional food that tastes great. Although many of the entrees and meals they serve may seem complex, Josh assures his clients that they are simple, familiar dishes that anybody can make at home. However, these same dishes are infused with that healthy balance of nutrients that LIFE chefs specialize in.
Joshua’s take on the American diet is that it is a distorted version of what real food and a balanced meal is all about. He makes it a priority to give people direction towards a better beneficial and sustaining diet. He wants others to recognize and understand that food can be delectable without it being tainted by preservatives and refined sugars. He has a mastery over what he calls real food; nutritional food that tastes great. Although many of the entrees and meals they serve may seem complex, Josh assures his clients that they are simple, familiar dishes that anybody can make at home. However, these same dishes are infused with that healthy balance of nutrients that LIFE chefs specialize in.
Jeff Bird
Position At LIFE : Chef
Place of Birth : Long Beach, CA
School/Degree : AS Culinary Arts, Long Beach City College.
Jeff has been working for L.I.F.E. as a chef and he loves the job and the people he works with. He says that he really loves to serve other people and make others happy. He says that L.I.F.E.’s approach to low calorie meals that have a balance of carbohydrates and proteins and that contain low sugar and sodium is a hard job but it is a very rewarding adventure. When he started working at L.I.F.E. he was inspired to start loosing weight himself and lost over 80 pounds. Jeff says that seeing the results that the clients make every week motivated him to start his own journey to a healthier life. He loves taking Eric Viskovicz’s nutritional profile for clients and watching the clients devour their food with a smile and feel satisfied after each meal.
He loves to watch the progress of clients as they loose weight and hopes that his role in this process is helping others live a longer and healthier life.
Jeff also enjoys daily exercise, running, swimming and playing music. Jeff plays the piano, guitar and drums and is a former choir director and was a musical composition major. However, Jeff says that his passion has always been cooking. Jeff says that he loves working at L.I.F.E. and watching so many clients progress in their journey to loose weight, get healthier and make positive changes in their lives. He wants clients to know that he is here for them and always available to help them in anyway he can. Jeff says the best way that people can learn to eat healthy is to visually look at what you are going to eat and the portion size of that meal and think to yourself, “Is this good for me and is this good for my body.” He advocates that when someone eats a meal, they should always think about their health and their future.
He loves to watch the progress of clients as they loose weight and hopes that his role in this process is helping others live a longer and healthier life.
Jeff also enjoys daily exercise, running, swimming and playing music. Jeff plays the piano, guitar and drums and is a former choir director and was a musical composition major. However, Jeff says that his passion has always been cooking. Jeff says that he loves working at L.I.F.E. and watching so many clients progress in their journey to loose weight, get healthier and make positive changes in their lives. He wants clients to know that he is here for them and always available to help them in anyway he can. Jeff says the best way that people can learn to eat healthy is to visually look at what you are going to eat and the portion size of that meal and think to yourself, “Is this good for me and is this good for my body.” He advocates that when someone eats a meal, they should always think about their health and their future.
Dr. Sadeghi
Position At LIFE : Medical Advisor
Place of Birth : Los Angeles, CA
School/Degree : Western University of Health Sciences/C.O.M.P.Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Homeopathy
Credentials: Physician and Clinical Facilitator at UCLA Medical Center; Clinical Instructor of Family Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences; Physician’s Association for Anthroposophic Medicine and International Post-Graduate Medical Training for Anthroposophic Medicine; Member of Price-Pottenger Nutrition Foundation and American Holistic Medical Association
Founder and administrator of Be Hive of Healing, Dr. Habib Sadeghi brings to LIFE his comprehensive knowledge of revolutionary healing protocols in Integrative, Osteopathic, Anthroposophical, Environmental, and Family Medicine, as well as Clinical Pharmacology. Dr. Sadeghi maximizes the health of patients by offering them the full spectrum of healthcare – from evidence-based, western practices to intuitive, Eastern healing modalities. By integrating these philosophies, he assists patients in achieving optimum levels of health; taking them far beyond the “average” or “normal” by expanding the dictates of routine procedure. After having personally experienced miraculous results through the usage of Integrative Medicine, Dr. Habib is passionate promoter of this protocol among residents and medical students. His multi dimensional training in various disciplines makes him a sought-after presenter at health care forums, particularly those involving dietary supplements, detoxification and the holistic treatment of common medical conditions.Dr. Habib is a firm believer that medical treatments are investments in your health and longevity; the energy and stability, the balance, peace and joy that come from sustained well being, are assets of immeasurable value. He believes the most dynamic approach to well being incorporates prevention and education. It is easier (and more economical) to prevent disease of the body than to deal with disease after the fact. His philosophy is that through prevention we can maintain the greatest quality of life. Additionally, Dr. Sadeghi is an Attending Physician and Clinical Facilitator at UCLA Medical Center and Clinical Instructor of Family Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences. His philosophy is that through prevention we can maintain the greatest quality of life.
Founder and administrator of Be Hive of Healing, Dr. Habib Sadeghi brings to LIFE his comprehensive knowledge of revolutionary healing protocols in Integrative, Osteopathic, Anthroposophical, Environmental, and Family Medicine, as well as Clinical Pharmacology. Dr. Sadeghi maximizes the health of patients by offering them the full spectrum of healthcare – from evidence-based, western practices to intuitive, Eastern healing modalities. By integrating these philosophies, he assists patients in achieving optimum levels of health; taking them far beyond the “average” or “normal” by expanding the dictates of routine procedure. After having personally experienced miraculous results through the usage of Integrative Medicine, Dr. Habib is passionate promoter of this protocol among residents and medical students. His multi dimensional training in various disciplines makes him a sought-after presenter at health care forums, particularly those involving dietary supplements, detoxification and the holistic treatment of common medical conditions.Dr. Habib is a firm believer that medical treatments are investments in your health and longevity; the energy and stability, the balance, peace and joy that come from sustained well being, are assets of immeasurable value. He believes the most dynamic approach to well being incorporates prevention and education. It is easier (and more economical) to prevent disease of the body than to deal with disease after the fact. His philosophy is that through prevention we can maintain the greatest quality of life. Additionally, Dr. Sadeghi is an Attending Physician and Clinical Facilitator at UCLA Medical Center and Clinical Instructor of Family Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences. His philosophy is that through prevention we can maintain the greatest quality of life.
Dr. Hans C. Delfo
Place of Birth : Thousand Oaks, CA
School/Degree :Cleveland Chiropractic College, Los Angeles, Doctor of Chiropractor Degree
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Hans is dedicated to the health and wellness of the clients at LIFE. A graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles he has worked former Olympians andprofessional sports athletes, celebrities, and has been helping guide clients through theirweight loss journey for several years.Dr. Hans uses his vast medical training to helpremove interference from his patient’s nervous systems to allow for optimum healing andperformance for the clients.Dr. Hans not only works to help alleviate back pain but works with extremities andchronic pain conditions such as arthritis and headaches. He employs the full bodyapproach to wellness believing that everything in the body is connected and the sourcepain does not always originate where the pain is located. Dr. Hans Delfo is eager toaddress any of the client’s questions or concerns about their health and well being helpinggive guidance for a healthier future!Dr. Hans has a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from CCCLA and a Bachelor of Artsdegree from the University of California at Santa Cruz.
Silvina Montes
Position At LIFE : Front Desk/Administrative Assistant
Place of Birth : Los Angeles, CA
School/Degree : Glendale Community College
Silvina was introduced by a former LIFE staff member and became part of the team quickly after. She soon learned about the program and how it caters to clients who are trying to achieve their fitness goals. This would ultimately serve as key inspiration to make an effort to set her own fitness goals. Working alongside LIFE’s workers has given her a firsthand experience of staff members’ efforts and dedication towards the clients. She is amazed at the staff’s deep dedication to the client’s progress and enjoys being a part of the cumulative effort of changing lives for so many. Her favorite part of the job is interacting with clients and getting to know them on a first hand basis. Before coming to LIFE she was timid and taciturn but now she has become a social butterfly, communicating on a constant basis with management, staff and clients alike.
Carmen Navarro
Position At LIFE : Maintenance
Place of Birth : Los Angeles CA
Carmen has been working with life for the span of 3 years now. To her perhaps the most rewarding part of her job is watching clients progress and reach their goals. She explains how it is imperative to maintain the rooms clean and fresh because she feels this is a big part of continuing to give the clients hope and encouragement. Coming home to a safe hygienic and comfortable environment after a long day of exercise is extremely important for the clients and Carmen is part of a dynamic team that insure this gets done. LIFE has become a second home to Carmen, a family that respects one another with the common goal of making the clients happy.
Grace Bogdan
Bel Alton, MD
Front Desk/Administrative Assistant
New Jersey Institute of Technology, BS of Architecture
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Masters in City and Regional Planning, MCRP
Grace appreciates working for a company that strives to improve the lives of others. Working with the staff here at LIFE in striving to make peoples lives better, and make people happy has turned out to be what she relishes the most. By interacting with clients, constantly communicating with staff, and working as a liaison between administrators, trainers, clients and staff Grace is able to apply skills and knowledge learned in college to LIFE. Every day presents a new learning opportunity here at LIFE. The clients, staff and program create a positive, enjoyable work environment. She believes her strengths lie in multi tasking, managing logistics, and making sure that everybody is on schedule. She admires the fact that coaches are really interactive with the clients and they really want to make sure that they are getting the best out of their stay here at LIFE.
Maria Cumatz
Position At LIFE : Maintenance
Place of Birth : Los Angeles, CA
Maria started with the company through a management trainee and it was not long before she found herself as vital component of the LIFE staff. To her working for LIFE has turned out to be a great opportunity to grow and develop not just as a worker but also as an individual. She loves that fact that the staff and administration treat each other like family. As she notes the importance of her job she explains how communication is key to get things done in an effective and efficient manner for the clients. She wants the clients to feel as though they are at home when they are staying in the facility. Maria is a firm believer that encouraging clients is a cumulative effort that even the maintenance staff is an important part of. She believes there is nothing more gratifying than when clients leave notes thanking them and showing appreciation for the things they do.
Hector Osorio
Position At LIFE : Maintenance/Housekeeper
Place of Birth : Puebla, Mexico
Hector was introduced to LIFE by a fellow coworker who invited him to tour the work area. After the tour he inquired about a position with the company because he knew right away that he wanted to work there. As an outgoing individual being around people is what he likes best and the ability to motivate others is one of his greatest assets. For him the maintenance/housekeeping is only the first step to catering to an environment of comfort and serenity for the client’s wellbeing. Watching the clients meet their goals inspires Hector to want to continue providing a superb experience. Hector ensures that the facility is kept at a superior level of hygiene and cleanliness by maintaining the grounds with quality professionalism.
Xochiti Lopez
Position At LIFE : Housekeeper
Place of Birth : Mexico
School/Degree : Tailor Degree
Xochiti takes great care and pride in providing a quality cleaning service for our guests. She enjoys the fact that they get to interact with the clients and staff on a daily basis. Unlike other places she has worked she believes that LIFE promotes a sense of individuality as management and staff take pride in empowering their workers by creating a foundation of trust. This trust allows for the flourishing of great communication to better serve not only the workers but also clients alike. Commination and attention to detail to Xochi are critical components to giving the clients the attention that they deserve.
Faye Garcia
Position At LIFE : Assistant Account Bookkeeper
Place of Birth : Belize, Central America
Faye Garcia was brought on the LIFE management team due to her impeccable work ethic and her ability to be focused and diligent. After joining the team here at LIFE she notes how the corporate culture of health that encompasses the company has been transmitted to her own personal life. She has now become more committed to her health. By working out and being more conscious of her diet Faye admits she has found a new energy within her. She feels proud to work for a company that helps change people lives forever, and allows them to get back the body that they deserve. Faye’s roll entails essentially keeping the company running. Accounts payable is a crucial component of the LIFES workings. Maintaining the company’s daily financial activities is a demanding task but Faye feels as though working with dynamic management and staff makes her job that much more enjoyable.
