About ATA

As a disabled veteran, Alec experienced the importance and necessity of accessible, safe, and effective fitness training opportunities for people with disabilities. His personal and professional mission is to provide education and guidance to support the inclusion of all people with disabilities in the fitness community, training, and sports competitions.

Logan Aldridge is a beacon of resilience, inspiration, and inclusivity in the world of fitness. A tragic accident at the age of 13 could have defined him, but instead, it ignited a fire within him to overcome challenges and inspire others to do the same. Despite losing his arm in the accident, Logan refused to let it limit him. Instead, he embraced adaptive sports and fitness, turning adversity into an opportunity for growth and innovation.

As a Peloton instructor, Logan brings this same spirit of resilience and determination to his classes and empowers individuals to believe in themselves, push their limits, and celebrate every victory, no matter how small.

Outside of Peloton, Logan is a driving force in the adaptive fitness and education industry. He co-founded the Adaptive Training Academy and is bridging the gap between traditional fitness and adaptive fitness, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.

Logan’s impact extends beyond the gym walls. He’s a sought-after speaker, sharing his inspiring story and insights on resilience, adaptability, and the power of a positive mindset at conferences, schools, and events worldwide.

Tracy LaMarche is a public health scientist and Certified Health Education Specialist with the National Foundation for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She currently serves as project manager within the Foundation’s noninfectious diseases/injury prevention division. Working closely with funding partners and other stakeholders, she leads a team responsible for developing and evaluating various injury prevention programs. She holds dual master’s degrees in Health Education and Evaluation from the University of Florida and Clemson University and is a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine. An adaptive athlete and competitive bodybuilder, Tracy obtained her Adaptive and Inclusive Training certification from ATA in 2023 and coaches athletes of all abilities online and in person at her local YMCA. In her spare time, Tracy volunteers as a peer mentor and coach through a local amputee support group.

Krystina Miller is the founder and clinical director at MATRX Health & Fitness in Michigan. With 15 years of experience as a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in neurologic impairments, she offers invaluable expertise to her clients. Her dedication to empowering individuals following spinal cord injuries is unwavering and reflects a commitment that extends beyond her practice.

Krystina served as Secretary on the board of Mt. Brighton Adaptive Sports, passionately advocating for accessibility and inclusivity in outdoor recreation. She furthered her impact by pursuing a PADI instructor certification, and facilitating an adaptive SCUBA diving program.

Her enthusiasm for promoting inclusive leisure pursuits underscores her tireless advocacy. Krystina’s compassion and service make her a true asset to the adaptive community, embodying positive change through her multifaceted contributions and steadfast commitment to enhancing the lives of others.

Chris has served as a legal and compliance executive at technology, financial technology, and banking/financial institutions where he oversaw the legal and regulatory compliance framework. In addition to being responsible for all legal relationships related to customers and general corporate matters, Chris established standards and procedures to minimize risk and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Chris has served on the board of a non-profit pediatric clinic in Minneapolis, MN (North Metro Pediatrics) as well as a state-sponsored guardian ad litem facilitator in Minnesota (CASA MN). Chris has also served as legal counsel to numerous foster children who are/were wards to a Minnesota county over the past 12 years.

Daniel Blevins is a native of Pittsburgh, PA, and served almost a decade as a Cavalry Scout with deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and South Korea. During his last deployment, compounding injuries had sidelined him and required surgery to fix. Unknown to him this was the start of a neuromuscular disease that would impact his entire life.

Daniel’s transition out of the military was physically and mentally hard, resulting in Daniel designing a holistic treatment plan for his health and wellness. After graduating with honors from Robert Morris University, Daniel gained employment at the Veterans Leadership Program eventually earning the role of Director of Community Engagement. It was here that his passion for health and wellness really shined through. On top of designing Pittsburgh’s first fully funded wellness program for veterans and first responders, he developed and organized multiple athletic events such as The Crucible Hike, 335 Miles For Veterans, and The Great American Veterans Rally (a cross-country bicycle race).

For the past 10 years, Daniel has been guiding veterans and first responders on their health journey with nonprofits and for the government as well as helping nonprofits grow their mission. He has served as an officer at the VFW for 7 years, founded Helping Hands of Sonoita, held leadership positions with Team RWB, and various roles with Operation Homefront, Checkpoint, and more.

James McDermott earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Cortland in 2012. Immediately upon graduating James began coaching at Albany CrossFit located in Albany, New York. James has coached at Albany CrossFit ever since eventually becoming the Head Coach and a CrossFit Level 3 Trainer.

James also volunteers on USA Weightlifting’s New York State Weightlifting Organization Board of Directors to help grow the sport at the grassroots level serving as the board President. He is a published author of several books on weightlifting and nutrition and has experience working with adaptive athletes in the sports of bobsled and skeleton. James views his roles inside and outside of the gym as opportunities to help bring about positive change in the lives of others.

Jenna Muri-Rosenthal is a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and a Certified Brain​ Injury Specialist (CBIS) with over fifteen years of experience in acute care and acute rehabilitation, treating individuals with cognitive-communication needs at MGH and in the community. She is a CrossFit-Level 2 Trainer and a Certified Adaptive & Inclusive Trainer and coaches classes and 1:1 sessions. Jenna is the Director of Content Development and a member of the Seminar Staff for the Adaptive Training Academy, where she serves as the Neuro Adaptive subject matter expert. Jenna has a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a Certificate in Adult Teaching & Learning from the MGH Institute of Health Professions (MGHIHP), and is an Adjunct Professor in Graduate SLP programs at the MGHIHP and Northeastern University.

Andrea is a legal director specializing in corporate finance and lives in Leeds in the UK. She works with a variety of clients including institutional lenders, private equity firms, and alternative lenders, both domestic and international.

Alongside work, Andrea volunteers as a board director for a residential committee, representing approximately 200 leaseholders.

She holds BA honors degrees in French, Spanish, and Italian from the University of Durham and the University of Madrid. Having spent time living in all three countries, she returned to the UK to complete an honors degree in law.

In her spare time, Andrea is an adaptive athlete who enjoys swimming and CrossFit. She has, in recent years, committed substantial time to competing in adaptive competitions across the world, but is now looking forward to dedicating time to assisting ATA with the growth of the network of adaptive athletes and trainers from a European perspective.

Andrea obtained her Adaptive & Inclusive Trainer certification from ATA in December 2023.