The holidays are almost here! As you settle into some downtime, take a minute to meet our amazing full-time fitness staff members. Lindsey Curry, Heather Boyer and Nancy Boss not only play a key role in keeping our fitness and exercise programs running smoothly, but they have also achieved some impressive fitness goals in their off time. Read on to learn more about them!
(Above, from left: Nancy Boss, Lindsey Curry, Heather Boyer)
Lindsey Curry
Job Title and what it includes: Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, Oversee the Kettering Recreation Complex Fitness Center and the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center, Group Exercise and Registered Classes, Personal Trainers and Fitness Initiatives for the Community
How many years worked for the City of Kettering PRCA: 10 years
Favorite thing about the job:
- My co-workers who all strive to do their best and will do anything for each other
- Getting to know the members that utilize our facilities and know the work we do is meaningful and makes a difference in their lives
- Working for a City that I am proud to live, work and play in!
What do you enjoy outside of work:
- Spend time with my family (Wife – Courtney; Daughters – Brooklyn-7; Hailey-5)
- Volunteering (Coaching, Kettering Backpack Program, kids school)
- Taking vacations to the beach
- Watching basketball
Won anything or overcome an obstacle through fitness:
- Have ran numerous running races (I once was fast at those!)
- Competed in 2 Figure Competitions (that was an incredible amount of work and dedication)
- Since having 9 knee surgeries in my life, keeping active and moving is so important to be able to live a normal daily life
Heather Boyer
Job Title and what it includes: City of Kettering Fitness Coordinator
How many years worked for the City of Kettering PRCA: 4 years part-time working for Fraze, working as a Youth Leader for summer camps, Fitness Specialist & Personal Trainer, 6 months full-time as Fitness Coordinator
Favorite thing about the job:
Helping others achieve their fitness goals.
Having the opportunities to participate in community service events.
Making personal connections with patrons that use our facilities.
Working with our fitness staff on a daily basis.
What do you enjoy outside of work:
Spending time with friends & family
Challenging myself to meet my own health, wellness & fitness goals
Staying active in the Dayton area through biking, hiking, playing pickleball & camping
Volunteering with several local charities
Attending local sporting events
Won anything or overcome an obstacle through fitness:
I’ve ran numerous marathons & half marathons.
Injuries opened the door for me to experience other cross training activities such as strength training.
I developed a love for strength training, which led me to becoming a personal trainer.
Being around a supportive fitness community, such as our fitness department, led me to seek the full-time fitness coordinator position.
Nancy Boss
Job Title and what it includes: Group Exercise Coordinator, I oversee our Drop-in Exercise Classes, some of our Registered Exercise Specialty Classes and work directly with our 17 Certified Group Exercise Instructors. We create our weekly drop-in schedules with quite a variety of exercise formats.
How many years worked for the City of Kettering PRCA: I started first with Rosewood Arts Center as the City Dance Teacher in 1985 and then was hired as an Aerobics Instructor in 1989. I’m grateful to still be working in both of these City Departments.
Favorite thing about the job:
My co-workers and working with the best fitness-minded people around!
What do you enjoy outside of work:
My 5 children and 11 grandkids keep me VERY busy, as well as my love for Elton John. Blessed to have traveled to Los Angeles for Elton’s last American concert and personally my 70th concert to see Elton preform.
Won anything or overcome an obstacle through fitness:
With the “aging” process for me, fitness is my key to a daily routine to stay healthy by staying active. To keep moving physically, which helps me mentally even on days when the aches and pain take over. At least I know I’m Still Standing.