Our Team

Our Personal Trainers were voted 2008 and 2009

#1 "Top in the Valley, Readers' Choice"

by readers of Arcadia Weekly, Monrovia Weekly,

Sierra Madre Weekly and Pasadena Independent.

We owe our success to a dedicated staff and wonderful clients.

We strongly believe that fitness is a cornerstone of happiness and success in life.

It is our goal to provide a positive, professional environment

with a relentless focus on having fun while achieving results.

Lorraine Limon-Smith, PTA, CSCI

Lorraine has over 25 years experience as a physical therapist assistant in the sports and orthopedic rehabilitation setting and the home health environment. She is also a Certified Strengthening and Conditioning Instructor. She enjoys working with people of all ages and helping them to return to a better quality of life. She is currently an ambassador with the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce and past vice president of Business Networking International. Lorraine is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys traveling, camping, hiking or snowshoeing in the mountains with her husband Gary and Yellow Lab, K-Lee.

Brandon Dunn, NST, PES, CPT

Brandon is an ex-collegiate athlete that was introduced to physical therapy and functional training after a number of knee injuries and surgeries. That led to his advanced studies and subsequent certification as a personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Brandon competes in triathlons and provides a great example of how optimal fitness and specific training can move you past injuries and can allow you to live an active lifestyle. He is also the only certified Nike SPARQ Trainer in San Gabriel Valley.

Mike Millanes, DPT

Mike Millanes is a native of Tempe, Arizona and a graduate of Northern Arizona University. After receiving his bachelors degree he proceeded to the the University of Southern California and graduated as a Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2001. Mike is a memeber of the American Physical Therapy Association and specializes in treating Orthopedic Sports injuries. As a former college athlete and high school coach, Mike understands the importance of an effective and speedy rehabilitaton process. Mike enjoys running and snowboarding throughout Southern California.

Traci Williams, PT

Traci started working in the orthopedic physical therapy field after obtaining her Bachelors Degree in athletic training from Long Beach State in 1991. She graduated from Sacramento State in 1997 with a degree in Physical Therapy. Traci moved to the east coast and spent 10 years working in various orthopedic clinics in NYC and Philadelphia. While in Philadephia, she received her training as a foot and ankle specialist working with the chief foot and ankle surgeon at the University of Pennsylvania. Traci is a former gymnast and collegiate springboard diver. She enjoys scuba diving, traveling and spending time with her husband, John and two young children.

Tim Rasmussen, ATC

Tim is a certified athletic trainer. He grew up in Arcadia and attended Arcadia High School. He has a Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training from Azusa Pacific University and is a certified athletic trainer. Tim was a collegiate soccer player and enjoys soccer, snowboarding and running. He is preparing for graduate school in physical therapy.

Matt Boyle, NASM-CPT

Matt is a trainer at The Physical Edge who enjoys putting the clients through their fun work-outs. In his spare he enjoys scuba diving, trail running, playing baseball, the guitar, and tickling the ivory's on the piano. Matt is proud father of two. If he's not making people sweat than he's most likely found playing a song for his kids on the guitar.

Rajiv Shah, NSCA-CPT, PES

Rajiv is a certified personal trainer throught NSCA. He is also a former ranked USTA junior tennis player. He has been a personal trainer in various environments and is highly knowledgeable in the field. Rajiv obtained his BA Degree from San Francisco State University. During his off time, he is an aspiring actor, playwright and producer. His hobbies include writing, acting, running and film watching. Rajiv is also an avid San Francisco Giants fan.

Darshana Chetti, Office Manager

Darshana graduated from Westmont College, Santa Barbara with an English major. After graduation, she worked for Hayashida & Associates PT in Santa Barbara before returning to her hometown of Arcadia. Darshana loves to use her organizational skills to help “behind-the-scenes” in office settings. Her hobbies include reading, walking and playing tennis.

Cecilia Zuniga, Administrative Assistant

Cecilia is a native of San Gabriel Valley and has a BA in History and Political Science from UCSD. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, running and taking her two dogs on long walks. Her goal is to run half a marathon within the next year. Cecilia is an aspiring lawyer and will be applying for law school in the coming year.