About Us
About Us
Total Pursuit Athletics
Total Pursuit Athletics (originally CrossFit TPA, The Primal Athlete) started in a garage in February 2012. What started as a group of friends and former training clients coming together to workout and help others, turned into something really special. In May of 2012 TPA moved into its current location in Zelienople, but with only 2000 square feet of our current space. Three expansions and almost 10 years later, we have one of the largest functional fitness spaces with up to date equipment for all your fitness needs.
With thoughtful workout programming created and taught by the most highly qualified, educated, and experienced coaches in the business, our sessions are fun, safe and wildly effective!
Alex Valadja
Owner and Head Coach
About Alex
Alex is the owner and head coach at Total Pursuit Athletics. Throughout high school and college, he trained to fuel his performance in baseball. Enjoying an active lifestyle drew him to a degree in Kinesiology from James Madison University, while being a successful pitcher on the baseball team. While finishing his degree, Alex joined the Strength & Condition staff at JMU, which only fueled his passion to helping people realize their potential through fitness.
- B.S. Kinesiology
- OPEX CCP
- CF-L1
- CF-L2
- USAW-L1
Meghan Morris
General Manager and Nutrition Coach
About Meghan
Meghan’s background as an avid runner paired with a Culinary Arts degree and years as a Chef helped to create a passion for helping others reach their goals by being intentional with their food choices. She truly believes that the path to reaching your goals, whether they be aesthetic, performance or health related, starts with making the right food choices.
- CF-L1
- Certified HYROX Trainer
- NCI L1 Nutrition Coach
Lizzie Yousko
Assistant Head Coach
About Lizzie
Lizzie started at TPA in 2016 as a member of the teens class and, through it, found her love for fitness. Lizzie has since been able to become a coach and has earned a USAW Level 1 certification. She is currently majoring in Exercise Science at Slippery Rock University.
- USAW-L1
Brandon Ott
Sport Specific Training Coach and Nutrition Coach
About Brandon
Brandon comes to TPA from Saint Francis University with a degree in Exercise Physiology, and a Master’s Degree from Liberty University in Exercise Science/Nutrition. In addition Brandon holds an NSCA Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification (CSCS). While in college, Brandon competed at the NCAA DI level in Men’s Soccer at SFU and Liberty. He earned an All-Conference selection in 2019 and has competed with and against some of the top schools in the country. Brandon has a passion maximizing sports performance through nutrition and strength and conditioning.
- B.S. Exercise Physiology
- M.S. Exercise Science/ Nutrition
- NSCA-CSCS
- Certified HYROX Trainer
Carley Greenawalt, DPT
Coach
About Carley
Carley graduated from SRU in 2014 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and has continued to pursue advanced training, specifically to treat athletes and weekend warriors. Her passion is improving movement and strength using a multifaceted approach in order to achieve optimal fitness goals for her patients and athletes.
- CF-L1
- PT (Physical Therapist)
- DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy)
- OCS (Orthopedic Clinical Specialist)
- MTC (Manual Therapy Certified)
- FAAOMPT (Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy)
Stacy Moon Hetzel, DC
Coach
About Stacy
Coach Stacy graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine in 2015 from Parker University in Dallas, Texas. After a collegiate tennis career, Stacy found CrossFit as a way to continually be pushed physically, keep a competitive edge, as well as build a community of life long friends. Stacy has received additional training in working with prenatal and postpartum athletes. She equips moms with the skills to perform confidently in the gym through our Restore Program. She enjoys pushing athletes physically while also caring about them as a person. The best part of her day is helping those achieve their goals while also hearing about the new restaurant in town or the best trashy tv show.
- CF-L1
- CrossFit Kids
- BirthFit Regional Director
- Women’s Health Specialist
- Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Specialist
Kaitlyn Larkin
Coach
About Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn has always had a passion for fitness and sports. Her competitive drive in life and as an athlete quickly turned into helping and inspiring others to live healthier lifestyles. Hard work and self-discipline have always been a priority for her, to better herself as an athlete and Coach. For Kaitlyn, being a Coach is an honor. She loves to help people make the most of the best hour of their day at TPA!
- CF-L1
- CF-L2
- CrossFit Gymnastics
Sarah Dickinson
Coach
About Sarah
Sarah, a lifelong athlete and collegiate cross-country and track athlete, earned her CrossFit Level 1 in 2018 and has loved helping athletes improve their fitness and reach their goals. After graduating and moving to Pennsylvania, she checked out TPA and immediately felt as if she found her new CrossFit home. Sarah’s favorite aspect of CrossFit (and TPA!) is that it constantly challenges you to improve and it truly is for everyone!
- CF-L1
Laura Prosser
Coach
About Laura
Laura, a certified USAW weightlifting coach, has been involved in weightlifting for the past 9 years. She starting weightlifting as an athlete, and it quickly turned into a passion. Laura has trained under Dan Bell at Rubber City Weightlifting, and has founded and coached 2 different barbell clubs, served as vice president of the Allegheny LWC, and has served as a judge at local meets.
- USAW-L1
Stacey Herzog
Coach
About Stacey
Stacey was drawn to CrossFit during her collegiate softball career at Slippery Rock University in 2014. Her passion for learning led to a B.S. in Health and Physical Education, a Master’s Degree in Criminology, and a Doctorate Degree in Health Science and Exercise Leadership. She is currently the Assistant Softball Coach at Slippery Rock University and also runs the team’s strength and conditioning program. Her passion for coaching drives from helping others reach their goals and reach their full potential.
- B.S. Health and Physical Education
- DHSc Health Science
- NSCA-CSCS
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Hours of Operation
Monday/Thursday: 5am–1pm, 3:30pm–7:30pm
Friday: 5am–1pm, 4:30pm–7pm
Saturday: 7am–10:30am
Sunday: 10am–11am
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+724-316-0509
129 McCarrell Lane, Suite #105 Zelienople, PA 16063
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