Violin player
Loves Marvel Movies
Twin
Abby Liu was a former Division 1 collegiate athlete for the University of Texas at Austin. She was ranked as high as 61 in the nation according to the Intercollegiate Tennis Association. She enjoys fitness and competing in different sports all year round. She has ran 2 marathons- Austin and Houston marathon. She competed in the NPC and NSL bodybuilding bikini shows placing 3rd overall in bikini athletic division. She continues to compete in USTA sanctioned tennis tournaments in the nation. Her Houston 5.0 team.
D1 Collegiate Athlete (Soccer)
Coffee connoisseur
Sells Medical Devices in Surgery
Blake was born and raised in Dallas, TX and found his true love for health and fitness through his 20+ year soccer career and his 5 years in medical device sales in Houston. His high energy, passion for people, and motivation through music will give you everything you need to level up and become your best self.
Owner of my health food brand, blog, and HTX meal prep storefront @pumpandcrunch
Find me at a rave on the weekends (where my EDM fans at?!)
Golden retriever mom of 2
Born and raised in southern Louisiana, Cail has been in the health and fitness industry for over 10 years. She moved to Houston 5 years ago and hasn’t looked back! She is the owner/founder of her healthy recipe blog and brand called Pump&Crunch, a clean energy bar company called SQRLSnacks, and her first brick and mortar prepped meal storefront here in Houston. Cail eats, breathes, and lives #goodvibes and can’t wait to party with you in the blue room!
D1 Collegiate Athlete (Track & Field)
Addicted to coffee and bubble tea
Traveled to 20+ countries and counting
Denee’ is a military brat turned Houston resident. She holds a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Exercise Science from Loyola University in Chicago. Denee’s athletic dedication led her to compete in Division 1 track and field, participating in eight conference championships and achieving top program performances. Her lifelong passion for sports and unwavering commitment to health and fitness inspired her to earn a NASM certification, allowing her to assist others in reaching their fitness goals. Since 2020, she has excelled as a fitness instructor, specializing in group fitness and high-intensity interval training. Denee’ is committed to motivating and challenging you every time you step foot in the Blue Room! In her free time, Denee’ is an avid traveler, having explored 19 countries, and a passionate food connoisseur, always seeking new culinary and cultural experiences.
Houston Native
Either in a Gym or in a New City
Loves a Good Gin Cocktail
After graduating from LSU, Des moved back to her hometown of Houston, Texas to start her professional career in the tax industry. She enjoys exploring new cities and learning about their culture through food, music, and arts. She loves a good gin cocktail and rooftop bar. Des has always incorporated fitness into her lifestyle, however, in her adult years, being in a gym or a group class has truly become her happy place. Des’s passion for helping and uplifting people got her into instructing and she has not looked back. She believes there is something beautiful and inspiring about each individual’s personal fitness journey. Her goal is for each person to have fun (and maybe dance a little) in her classes and leave feeling empowered, challenged, and ready to take on anything.
Pediatric Nurse
Former Soccer Player
BS in Biology, Spanish and Nursing
Full-time nurse at Texas Children’s Hospital. Devin was born in Omaha, NE but moved to Marion, IA before the age of 1 where he was raised and spent the first 20 years of my life. Graduated from Wartburg College (Iowa) in May 2020 with majors in Biology and Spanish, whilst playing 4 years of collegiate-level soccer. Devin was studying his final semester of undergrad in Alicante, Spain when Covid first hit. Post-virtual college graduation, August 2020, he decided to pick up his belongings and move 10 hours away from friends and family to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at an accelerated program in Oklahoma City, OK. His health and fitness journey has been shaped around his 20+ years of competitive soccer. He loves to inspire others on their fitness journeys and is extremely grateful to be able to work with such a strong community that has been built at SWEAT.
I can jump rope with my arms…lol
Climbed and iconic mountain
Baking is my jam
Jade has been around fitness and soccer her entire life. Living an active lifestyle has always brought her so much joy! She moved to South Africa after high school to do volunteer work, before she knew it 8 years later and lived her best life in South Africa. Jade had a deep desire to pursue the fitness industry and lived in Cape Town and found Sweat1000 and fell in LOVE, studied and became a personal trainer at Sweat. She then relocated to America with her husband and now a trainer with ONESWEAT. She will push you to be the best version of yourself! One of her favorite quotes – “Don’t wish for it, work for it. So let’s work for it baby!”
I enjoy being outdoors
Trying new restaurants
Spending time with friends
Janae is a dedicated and passionate personal trainer who has been training full-time for the past three years. Her approach to training is holistic, taking into account the unique needs and goals of each of her clients. She believes in using fitness as a tool to empower yourself to become stronger both mentally and physically. As a IFBB professional bodybuilder, she has firsthand experience with the dedication, commitment, and hard work it takes to reach peak physical fitness. Janae is committed to ongoing learning and developed her skills to provide the best possible experience. She can’t wait to help her clients achieve their goals. Come see her in the Blue room!
Amateur Chef
D1 Collegiate Athlete (Football)
“Floyd Mayweather” of Miniature Golf (50-0)
Joshua is a native of North Carolina. He attended Wake Forest University in his home state, where he graduated with his B.A. in Communication and M.S. in Business Management. After working professionally for a while, he realized that working out and fitness was therapeutic and became his “happy place”. He has always had a genuine love for people, camaraderie, and competition, but came to the realization that he was always the best version of himself through fitness. Joshua takes pride & joy in helping others not only have fun working out, but challenge themselves to get 1% better each and every class. Loves red wine, dessert, running, yoga, and hip hop music.
Coffee Mug Collector
Wannabe Chef
Stroke Survivor
Kendall is a Houston native who traveled to the University of Georgia to play D1 collegiate softball for the Bulldogs where she finished here career at the Women’s College World Series and had an ESPN feature article written about her softball journey. But her first stop was at UTSA where she survived an acute ischemic stroke at age 18, although these weren’t her only health struggles as she had 23 surgeries by the time she was 17 for a birth defect. Her love for fitness stems from appreciating what her body can overcome and never, ever wanting to lose. Outside of instructing you can find her coaching softball, laughing at sarcastic jokes and looking for her keys.
Dog lover and Momma to Two Daschunds
Can Recite the Lyrics to Every lil Wayne Song
Lived in Greece
Laura graduated from Texas State University in 2010 with a Major in Exercise Sports Science and minor in business. While in college, Laura started teaching group exercise classes and immediately fell in love with it. She’s continued to make it her passion for the last 12+ years teaching and personal training to help people become the best versions of themselves. Her creativity and motivating energy in her classes makes them an experience like no other!
Actor/Writer
Loves Carbs and Whiskey
A Grateful Soul with a Vison
Born in Houston, Texas. Believer in hard work. Passionate about fitness. Full time fitness enthusiast part time actor and writer. Marcellus believes breathing more life into everyone and everything he comes in contact with. “The more life we give, the more everything grows and in turn, we receive in kind and in greater measure”
Avid Traveler
Rides a Motorcycle
Medical Sales
Mateo began his journey with strength and conditioning in May 2016 in search of new ways to improve his fitness level. He played soccer at a collegiate level for four years, so working out was a natural transition from a competitive standpoint. Mateo enjoys various competitions around the Texas area. He is a member of multiple amateur soccer teams and a regular participant in marathon races. Competition and challenging workouts are what attracted Mateo to SWEAT, but it is the friendships and community that keep bringing him back. He enjoys seeing people from different backgrounds encourage each other to reach their personal fitness goals. During his time, Mateo enjoys riding his motorcycle, playing soccer, hanging out with friends, and volunteering.
Girl Dad & Dog Dad
Entrepreneur
Amateur Chef
Originally from Austin, TX, Matt migrated to Houston in 2009/2010 to pursue school at the University of Houston & later received his Bachelors of Exercise Science from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. Matthew has 10 years of fitness experience & multiple certifications with specialties in HIIT, Outdoor Bootcamp’s, weight lifting, Heart rate training, Core training & functional training. Matthew loves a good whiskey, biking, salsa dancing & hip hop music.
Beyoncé Enthusiast
Former Lacrosse Player
Sushi Lover
A Dallas, Texan takes on Houston. Sherilyn’s passion for group fitness began at Baylor University, where she started teaching indoor cycling in 2018. With a background in lacrosse, she easily fell in love with the pack mentality of group fitness. Sherilyn loves fitness, traveling, shopping, hosting parties, and playing with her puppy. You will leave her class feeling stronger and empowered to take on the world. In class, you should expect shameless singalongs, throwbacks, and daily affirmations. She works and lives by the quote “people will forget what you said, and what you did, but they will never forget how they made you feel.”
Wife and Mom of 2
Avid traveler
Doctor of Pharmacy
After obtaining her doctorate in pharmacy, Sky worked as a licensed pharmacist for several years. While she loved helping her patients, after having her second child, she found herself wanting more flexibility for her family. That is when she turned her passion for group fitness classes into a profession. She became a PMA certified Pilates instructor and after being a long time client, she later joined the SWEAT family. She loves helping clients find their joy for fitness. She believes a good playlist can make any workout easier! When she is not in the studio, you can find her playing chauffeur for her kiddos, watching her daughter’s gymnastics competitions, or traveling the world with her husband. Come see her in the blue room!
We Can Do All Things
NASM Certified
Motivational Speaker
Spencer Foreman has a genuine love for people, teamwork and all things fitness, which is rooted in his sports background along with his ministry/mentoring experience. An NASM Certified Trainer who has played multiple sports his whole life, from martial arts to football as well as track. Although his favorite sport, basketball, earned him a 4-year athletic scholarship to play at Texas A&M International University. Spencer went on to continue his education and received his MBA in Marketing, also from Texas A&M International University. Spencer is heavily involved and serves in the community as a Student Ministry Director. He is also the founder of the Non-Profit Organization, P4:13, where he encourages individuals through fitness to live a healthier lifestyle physically, mentally and spiritually. Spencer has a gift of motivating you to go beyond ordinary and become extraordinary. In his class, you can expect to be punctured with positive affirmations that will truly make you believe that, “we can do all things”.
Torrey is a Dallas Native, growing up competing in both sports and dance. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.S in Kinesiology with specialization in coaching. She also cheered on the Texas Pom squad for three years. Hook ‘Em! Since moving to Houston Torrey has combined her love for sports, dance, and fitness in her everyday life and work. Cheering in the NFL the past four seasons, and coaching full time all throughout the Houston metroplex. Her goal is to make sure her clients become the best versions of themselves, and enjoy life at the same time. Let’s push some boundaries!
Goes by Spicy V
Former NFL Cheerleader
Loves Movie Popcorn with Jalapenos
Vanessa is a native Houstonian. She graduated from UH & is a former Houston Texans Cheerleader. She joined Sweat as a client in 2018 & began instructing in July of that same year. Vanessa worked in the oil & gas industry for nearly four years. In 2019, she took a leap of faith and left the corporate world in order to pursue a career as a full-time fitness professional. When she’s not training or teaching you can find her watching movies, listening to audiobooks/podcasts & being with her family & friends.
