Our Motivators
We have selected the best Motivators to guide and challenge you to connect with your body, mind and spirit. Click on a picture to learn more!
Alexis Murphy
Box2Beat
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Amber Curtis
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Where are you from?
Born in Germany; my dad was in the military, but I’ve been in Lexington the longest and call it home!
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
I just think about how good I always feel after I get moving!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I was a concierge at CycleYOU 6 years ago while I was in in dentail hydeine school so they might have seen me a long time ago!
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Sauna all the way!
Instagram - @asteph15
Spotify - Amber Stephenson Curtis
Ann Mashni
Cycle
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Where are you from?
Burgin, Kentucky
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
Spend time with my husband and our 3 kids
What do you enjoy most about working at CY?
The clients – love meeting new people and keeping up with those I’ve known for years!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
Nothing is forever and you can always change your mind.
Anna McDonald
Cycle, CyclePUMP, Strength, Barre & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
Lexington, KY
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
The song “Hey Joe” by Caamp. Don’t ask me why, but it gets me going!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - @acm3997
Spotify - Anna McDonald
Anna Sum
Box2Beat, Cycle, CyclePUMP, Strength & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
From Jeffersonville, Indiana, technically, but my mom insisted my dad drive across the border to Louisville because she “wasn’t giving birth to damn Hoosier babies!”
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
I would say “fake it ’til you make it”, but it’s not being fake! It’s being real! I’ve never regretted a workout so I know if I just put one foot in front of the other, my 100% will show up. And that looks different day to day.
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I played Donkey in my high school’s Shrek The Musical. Best and funnest experience ever!
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Sauna! Melt me, baby!
Instagram - @neener__neener
Spotify - neener_neener_
Ashleigh Blackburn
Barre, Box2Beat, Strength, CyclePUMP & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
Originally Pikeville, KY but moved to Richmond in high school.
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
Pumping up the music of course!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I don’t know if they’d be shocked but I love to paint and refinish furniture.
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Cold towel for sure!
Instagram - @ashleigh_h_blackburn
Spotify - Ashleigh HB
Becca Saylor
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Where are you from?
Lexington
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
Read!
What do you enjoy most about working at CY?
Getting to meet new people and sometimes introduce them to yoga for the first time
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
Sleep on any big decision
What is something no one would guess about you?
I had to have some baby teeth pulled right before I got married!
Beth Robinson
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Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Berea, but moved to Lexington for college and never left!
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
I remind myself how much better I feel (mentally, physically, emotionally) after moving my body.
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I’m a professional scuba diver and love diving with sharks!
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
The cold towel is always so refreshing after Power Stretch & Strength.
Instagram - @bethlakesrob
Cordie Adams
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Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Dawson Springs, Ky but I have lived in Midway, KY for 23 years. That’s where I call home.
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
When I am not feeling a workout I just pop my earbuds in and play one of my favorite Cycle playlists. That does it for me! CyclePump #49 is my current favorite. Check it out!
What is something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - cordelia.adams6
Spotify - C-WOW
Dawn Scott
Cycle, CyclePUMP, Barre, Strength & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
I’m from Lawrenceburg, Kentucky but I have been in Lexington for 35 years.
What do you enjoy doing outside of CY?
My favorite thing to do is hang out with my family. We are business partners in 3 local restaurants and I am also a Realtor, so I work most of the time, really.
What do you enjoy most about CY?
Watching people progress in their fitness journey. It brings me so much joy to hear stories and see people keep coming to class who previously hated working out or had never worked out before because they were intimidated. I love that we offer a place for all fitness levels, all shapes, all sizes and all interests.
What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?
It’s not earth shattering, but “Make the most of every moment, hug your people and tell them you love them every chance you get. Life is short and we never know how much time we have to enjoy our time together.”
What is something no one would ever guess about you?
I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and I worked mainly with substance abuse and domestic violence clients right out of graduate school. After that, I was a Pharmaceutical Rep for 17 years before opening my own fitness studio in 2012.
Ella Hamm
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Where you are from?
London, KY
How you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
Turn on my favorite playlist at the time and go on a quick walk. If all else fails, I might resort to some caffeine.
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I spent most of my cycling instructor career teaching students and faculty at the University of Kentucky. From my freshman year on, I taught indoor cycling, upper and lower body courses as well as a few barre classes. Cycle has always been my jam, but teaching strength classes is a close second.
You can only pick one immediately after class, infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Cold towel for sure.
Instagram - @mellahamm
Spotify - Ella Hamm
Janay James
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Where are you from?
I’m from Lexington
What do you enjoy doing outside of CY?
I enjoy mentoring and utilizing my skills as a life coach.
What’s your favorite advice?
“Whatever you do, be a good one”
What is something no one would guess about you?
Something no one would guess about me is that I sing well.
Jen Mueller
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Jennifer Schnurr
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Where are you from?
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
Thirty second pep talk, and then I just force myself to get moving – it’s always easier to get stuff done once you’re moving!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
Before I started working out at CycleYOU, I HATED exercise. The first class I took, I could barely made it to 100 RPMs. If you had told me in 2015 that I’d be teaching fitness classes, I would probably have suggested you get your head checked!
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Cold towel – they’re the best!
Instagram - @jlschnurr11 Spotify - Jenny Schnurr Driscoll
Jessica Haralu-Huff
Cycle
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Jessica Roberts
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John Stein
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Where are you from?
Lexington, Ky
What do you like to do outside of CY?
Spend time with my family, Michelle and Jay, and friends
What do you love most about CY?
The people are easily what I love most about working at CY. We all desire true community and this is what CY offers us.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
Be interested rather than interesting.
What is something that would shock your clients?
I was cast to be the little brother in the movie Freaky Friday when I was young.
Katie Ghiardi
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Where are you from?
I’m from Crofton, Maryland, an east coaster at heart
What do you enjoy doing outside of CY?
I love to cook and see what I can whip up with the ingredients in my pantry. Lately I’ve been trying different burrito variations, but I’m a huge pasta fan as well.
What is your favorite part about CY?
The community! It’s a place you can go that is nonjudgmental, supportive and inspiring.
What is something that might shock your clients?
I used to be a tv news reporter!
Katie Shannon
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Where are you from?
Lexington, KY
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Cold. Towel. Every. Time.
Instagram - shatiekannon
Spotify - eud8z4d1x1jobiy13cwm24f30
Kelsey Guay
Barre & Strength
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Where are you from?
Louisville, KY
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I am adopted
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Infrared sauna
Instagram - @healthylivinwithkels
Spotify - Kelsey Bauer
Lauren Moseley
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Where are you from?
Cave City, KY
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - @heelraiser
Spotify - lbmose86
Lauren Yeager
Cycle, CyclePUMP, & Strength
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Where are you from?
Lexington, KY
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
Jam out to some good tunes and drink more coffee. (I have really appreciated the power of this recently because I started pharmacy residency and am getting my butt kicked!)
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I swam and dove in college and enjoy competing in triathlons now!
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Cold towel all the way! Especially with a touch of lavender or eucalyptus.
Instagram - eyeofthestigers
Spotify - lestiger
Lauren Thomas
Cycle
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Lauren Woomer
Barre, Strength, Cycle, CyclePUMP & 20/20/20
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Lucy Bowers
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Where are you from?
I was born in England and moved to the United States when I was 5. I grew up in Granger, Indiana until I came to UK for college!
What do you do outside of CY?
I’m currently a Physician Assistant Student, so a lot of my time is spent studying. But I love to play golf, pick up a good book, or bake when I can!
What’s your favorite part about CY?
CY has some of the best clients! They are down to earth and have become like family to me.
What is the best advice you have received?
Your path may not look like everyone else’s, but it’s your unique journey to share!
Maddie Dickens
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Where are you from?
Paducah, KY
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
Playing with my dogs and reading!
What do you enjoy most about working at CY?
I love having the opportunity to help people find a passion for movement!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
It is not the most philosophical, but I often hear my dad’s voice in my head, “like water off a duck’s back.” A silly reminder to not take life to seriously! I am a worry wart!
Marissa Webb
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Where are you from?
I am originally from Texas, however I have lived in Lexington since 2017 so now I feel able to call myself a Kentuckian, although I could never abadon my Texan roots.
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
Outside of CY, you can find me volunteering with Kentucky Health Justice Network, creating ceramics on the pottery wheel, or reading, trying to put a dent in my to-read book pile.
What do you enjoy most about working at CY?
I love the energy you feel as soon as you walk in! It pumps you up and you gets you ready to go before you even start class.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
“I don’t shine if you don’t shine.” Shine Theory is an investment, over the long term, in helping someone be their best self—and relying on their help in return. It’s a practice of cultivating a spirit of genuine happiness and excitement when your friends are doing well, and being there for them when they aren’t. [click here for link to Shine Theory]
Mary Beth Naumann
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Where are you from?
I was born in West Virginia and moved 4 times between WV, VA, and KY before moving to Lexington.
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
I feed off the energy of the group and the music. That’s what’s great about group fitness, it moves you even when you may not want to move!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - @justtrimb
Michael Edelen
Strength & CyclePUMP
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Where are you from?
Crestwood, KY – Just North of Louisville, KY. I grew up here and went to school a few minutes from my house until I moved to Lexington in 2010 for College at the University of Kentucky, and I have been here ever since.
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
I love to be outside! Hiking in Red River Gorge is an easy go-to, but I love to rock climb (not that I have done much outdoors yet, but LEF Climbing gym is awesome here in town), cycle, and run. And I really enjoy some yard work and gardening! I also try to stay involved with our community through volunteer events and fundraisers.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
When you’re green, you grow – When you’re ripe, you rot. It’s always important to try new things and to continue to grow and push ourselves to be better than we were yesterday. I think this quote speaks to that fact; If we get too comfortable or “ripe” then we miss out on what opportunities we have built, and we are unable to see new opportunities in our future. I think there is a good reason that CycleYOU’s color is GREEN!
What is something no one would guess about you?
I own 3 (yes, 3!) Chinchillas! We have 2 girls, Lola and Lux, and 1 boy, Louie (the Third). They are adorable little fluff balls of joy, ha-ha!
If you could only take one class at CY, what would it be?
Barbell Burn! It’s such a great workout, and always pushes my limits. I feel stronger when I leave class, and stronger every week I attend (or Motivate!). It’s a great mix of exercises and a full body workout!
Noelle Dick
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Olivia Frey
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Where are you from?
Chicago! I’ve lived in Lexington since 2015.
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - @livfrey
Spotify - Olivia Hook Frey
Michelle Stein
Barre, Cycle, CyclePUMP & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
I am from EKY! I went to undergrad at EKU and have lived in Lexington since graduating college!
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
It’s all about the playlist for me! If I listen to some hip hop or fun pop music that instantly pumps me up and gets me motivated.
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
Haha I’m already laughing–at home I like to sing my sentences sometimes! It’s so goofy and silly but it makes me and my husband laugh a lot.
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Infrared sauna for sure! It’s the best all around, it’s relaxing, restores my muscles and helps with recovery and I love the light therapy!
Instagram - @michelle__stein
Spotify - Michelle Caudill
Rachael Riley
Cycle, CyclePUMP, 20/20/20, Box2Beat, Barre, & Strength
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Ramsey Adams
Box2Beat
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Ronnie Lopez
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Sarah Haerle
Cycle, CyclePUMP, Strength, Barre & 20/20/20
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Where are you from?
I’m originally from Newburgh, IN but I’ve been living in Lexington for 8 years now to go to college and dental school!
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time, outside of CY?
I love trying new restaurants with my boyfriend around Lex and spending time with my dog, Marley! We’ve also recently gotten into pickleball!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever heard?
My mom has always told me, “the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time”. This piece of advice has been so helpful whenever I feel overwhelmed in my academic or personal life and is always a good reminder to focus on one thing at a time!
What is something no one would guess about you?
I am very accident-prone. I broke both of my elbows at the same time my second year of dental school in 2022.
Stephanie Biddle
Strength & CyclePUMP
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Where are you from?
Columbus, Ohio
How do you get motivated when you’re just not feeling it?
I always think about how I’ll feel when I’m done!
What’s something about you that might shock your CY clients?
I don’t know if it’s shocking, but I’m a huge college football fan! Go Bucks! Can’t wait for the fall.
You can only pick one immediately after class: infrared sauna, cold towel, or shower?
Instagram - @steph_76_b
Spotify - Steph
Stuart Hurt
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Where are you from?
All over the place! My family is originally from Eastern Kentucky, specifically Pikeville, but I was born a Yankee!