Ewanda R. Thompson
Charlotte, NC. 28213
704-***-**** Home
301-***-**** Cell
Objective:
To work in a position that encompasses the aspects of Exercise Science Health and Wellness.
Education:
California University of Pennsylvania, (CALU)
Masters in Exercise Science Health and Wellness Promotion
Graduate December 17, 2010
Bowie State University Bowie MD
Psychology Counseling
2004-2006
University of Maryland College Park, College Park, MD
Bachelor of Science in Law/Paralegal Studies
June 1999
Related College Coursework:
Physiology of Fitness Exercise Programming
Kinesiology Emergency First Aide Human Motor Development
Sports Psychology Weight Management Exercise & Health Perspectives
Certifications:
ISSA, CPT
Certified Speed and Explosion Specialist
Advanced Exercise & Nutrition Certification
American Red Cross and International CPR certified
Independently Insured
Fitness Specialist Experience:
Featured on Charlotte Today Show as fitness expert and guest speaker (see: http://www.wcnc.com/charlotte-today/Gym-for-women-that-holds-you-accountable-103934249.html )
Director& Manager of Personal Training at Elements Fitness Studio for women
Boot Camp Personal Trainer/Instructor
Hip Hop Sculpt Dance Instructor
One on One Stretch and Flex Instructor
One on One Beginner's Yoga Techniques personal training
Entrepreneur, Independent Contractor, Personal Trainer
Active, wide-ranging and professional training experience in health and fitness program with interest and pledge to achieve results.
Handle the progression and transition of clients utilizing effective exercises.
Implement personalized exercise programs for every client.
Research latest trends of exercises.
Consult clients on healthy dietary choices.
Experience training youth for maximal sport results.
Design exercise program for pregnant women to term.
Design exercise program specifically persons with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Research and design program tailored to persons with special disabilities.
Work with gastric by-pass patient’s pre and post-surgery.
Community Programs Developed:
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Exercise Guest Fitness Trainer 2010
NASCAR lunch and learn guest speaker 2010
Founder and Chair of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's ("CMPD") Health and Fitness Committee.
Organizer of CMPD's Fitness Fun Day .
Creator and author of CMPD's monthly Health and Fitness Column titled "Fit for You".
Professional Experience:
1/2010 to present Elements Fitness Studio-Personal Trainer
2008 to 10/2010- Independent Contractor -Personal Trainer
2007-1/2010- Peak Fitness, University and Harrisburg, N.C-Personal Trainer
2007-2010- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department-Litigation Paralegal/Health Wellness Coordinator
2006-2007- Wachovia Bank –(Charlotte, NC) Litigation Paralegal
1996-2006- Department of Justice-Civil - Paralegal Specialist (Washington, D.C.)
1989-1993- United States Navy "All-Navy" basketball player, Rota, Spain, Sicily, Italy
1985-1987- Central High School starting basketball player, Omaha, NE.