Next Step Health & Fitness Center

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A supervised, exercise facility that provides participants with safe, custom-designed, professionally monitored exercise programs. By appointment only!

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Next Step Health & Fitness Staff

Kim Williams, M.A., Program Director graduated from Adelphi University with a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. Kim is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA Certified Youth Fitness Instructor and has her Level I Yoga Kids Certification. She is also certified in CPR/AED through the American Heart Association and is a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine. Kim has made her career in the health and fitness industry for the past 20 years, working in both cardiac and orthopedic rehabilitation as well as in various fitness facilities throughout NYC and Long Island.

Nathalie Larosiliere, B.S., graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in Exercise Science. She is currently First Aid, CPR, and AED certified through the American Heart Association. During her time as an undergrad, she interned in a Physical Therapy office and worked as a companion for older individual in her home. Nathalie also works upstairs as a physical therapy aide.

Dorota Lewandowski, M.S., graduated with a Master's in Exercise Science and Rehabilitation with a concentration in cardiac and pulmonary rehab from Brooklyn College. Earned her B.S. in Physical Education and Biology from St. Francis College. Currently holds certifications in BLS, ACLS, and is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through NSCA. Dorota is an avid hiker, surfer, snowboarder, and adventure thrill seeker. With her educational and fitness background, Dorota is in the process of commissioning into the United States NAVY as an Officer with a career as an Aerospace Physiologist. Her long term goals include achieving her PHD in Exercise Physiology and surfing the endless summer.

Kwesi Peters, B.S., graduated from Adelphi University with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Communications: Moving Image Production. At Adelphi, he was also a member and captain of Adelphi's Track and Field team, and worked as a video editor and cinematographer for the Adelphi Athletics Media Relations Department. After graduating Kwesi received his ACSM Health and Fitness Specialist certification and worked as a personal trainer and physical therapist aide. He is also CPR and AED certified through American Heart Association. Outside of his exercise science livelihood, and being a car enthusiast, Kwesi has used his media background to create quality video productions showcased on his website and business Topi Digital.

Brittany Forde is currently enrolled in the Exercise Science Bachelor's program at Queens College. She is a fitness enthusiast. She has played many sports and was captain of the varsity volleyball team.

Donna Webb, A.A.S., L.M.T., is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist. She graduated from the New York College of Health Professions with an Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy – Massage. Donna is a highly trained massage therapist and has a wide knowledge of Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, Chair Massage, Medical Massage, Amma Massage and Reflexology.