Staff Information
Staff Information

Paula McNerney - Owner

Paula is the proud owner of Body by Design Personal Training & Pilates Studio. Prior to ownership, Paula was a loyal BBD Client who enjoyed her experience so much she decided to pursue proprietorship. Paula's fitness philosophy is a balanced life includes fitness from the inside out.

Marion Mauro, BS - Fitness Director
AFAA
ACE
CPR
C.O.R.E. Resist-A-Ball
Master BOSU Trainer

Marion received her B.S. from the University of California Irvine. She has been a certified group instructor and personal trainer for the past 10 years.

Marion received her certifications from the American Council of Exercise (ACE) and the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). In addition, Marion is a Level one C.O.R.E. Resist-A-Ball trainer and is trained in Mat intensive Stott Pilates. Marion is a presenter and Master Trainer for BOSU and a Primary Group Certification Examiner for the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. Marion attends many fitness conferences throughout the United States in order to bring her clients the latest research available.

Marion's philosophy that exercise should be fun and enjoyable is the hallmark she uses to develop successful workout routines for her clients. By helping men and women stay motivated and enthusiastic about living a healthier lifestyle, Marion has enjoyed seeing many clients reach their personal fitness goals.

Jen Mueller
Jen holds her masters degree in Health Promotion Wellness Management and a bachelors degree in exercise physiology. Jen has been in the fitness industry for 25 years. She is an AFAA certified personal trainer & Group Instructor, and CPR & AED Certified

Sarah Bentley
Sarah has been in the fitness industry as an AFAA certified Group Instructor for the past three years. She is CPR & AED Certified.

Leia Faucher
Leia has been teaching fitness for over 20 years and is an AFAA Certified Group Instructor. CPR Certified

 
 

 

   

"Taking spinning classes at Body by Design has been an uplifting experience for me both physically and emotionally. I have seen my middle age spread diminished greatly and made lots of new acquaintances. We laugh together and encourage each other while we burn calories. I hate missing a class. "

-Nancy Dion

Body By Design Studio - 152 Route 171 - Woodstock, CT 06281
860-928-0492