Alba N. Cruz-Alicea
Gurabo
Summary
Energetic Personal Trainer recognized for the ability to design and implement workouts that are productive and efficient, ensuring clients achieve health and fitness goals. Possess specialized skills in weight management, injury prevention, and endurance training. Excel in communication, motivation, and patience, leveraging these soft skills to inspire clients to surpass personal bests and embrace healthier lifestyles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
Caguas Tropical Fitness
Caguas
08.2021 - Current
- Motivate clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
- Demonstrated proper breathing techniques and meditation exercises.
- Invited individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in classes.
- Researched new training methods, trends, and equipment to stay up-to-date on industry standards.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each client
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
Atlanta
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Education
B.S. - General Biology, Minor Microbiology
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
Cupey, P.R05.2022
A.S. - Arts and Science
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, V.A05.2017
High School -
Caguas Military Academy
Caguas, P.R05.2013
Skills
- Bilingual
- Responsible
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Problem Solving
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Bacteria cultivation
- Aseptic techniques
- Media preparation
- Proper use of laboratory equipment
- Fitness assessment
- Exercise programming
- Client motivation
- Time management
- Customer service
Academic Affiliations
The American Medical Student Association, Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Metropolitan Campus, 08/2019- 05/2022, Part of the board- Representative 2021-2022
- Collaborated in volunteer work with other student associations.
- Participated in activities with the purpose of helping others benefit from the opportunities that are offered within the association.
- Help and guide members who want to pursue a future health profession.
The Biomedical Sciences Association, Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Metropolitan Campus, 08/2019- 05/2022
- Assisted workshops that helped me gain knowledge on new subjects.
- Offered volunteer work and extra curriculum activities.
- Created new communication skills and built professional relationships.
Languages
- Spanish, native
- English, secondary
Volunteer Experience
Shoreline Cleaning, La Posita de Piñones en Loiza, 10/17/20
- Clean the coast, along with AMSA, Inter Metro, and Scuba Dog SocietySociety.
- Label objects as recyclable or non-recyclable.
AMSA Pa’ La Calle Program, Rio Piedras, 11/2020, 04/2021, 11/2021
- Delivering food to those citizens in need.
- Provided masks and hand sanitizers.
Research
Impact of urban fragments on the size of Chilabothrus Inornatus, 02/01/21 - 05/01/21, Collected and analyzed data from different urban and rural areas in Puerto Rico to determine how their habitat can have an impact on the growth of these species.
Education Experiences
CrossFit Education: Weightlifting, 2023
PIVE: Personal Training Certification, 2022
Shadowing at Medical Clinic J. W. Valle Oliveras, Pediatric Doctor, 2022
American Medical Student Association, Board Member – Representative, 2021 –2022
Shadowing with Dr. Adler, Facial Plastic Surgeon, 2021
General Surgery and Obstacles to Medicine, 2021
PA Spotlight: Infectious Disease, 2021
Specialty Spotlight: OB/GYN, 2021
Specialty Spotlight: PM + R and Sports Medicine, 2020
Specialty Spotlight: Emergency Medicine, 2020
Specialty Spotlight: Pediatrics, 2020
Specialty Spotlight: Radiology and Neurology, 2020
Specialty Spotlight: Anesthesiology, 2020
Humanity in Medicine, 2020
A Spiritual Career in Medicine, 2020
The Path to Medicine of an Immigrant, 2020
Specialty Spotlight: Rural Medicine, 2020
What to consider as a Pre-Health Student, 2020
Disaster Medicine and the Path Leading to D.O., 2020
The Finance and Business of Medicine, 2020
References
References upon request
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Caguas Tropical Fitness
08.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
09.2017 - 03.2020
B.S. - General Biology, Minor Microbiology
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
A.S. - Arts and Science
Patrick Henry Community College
High School -
Caguas Military Academy
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