Eric Prol began working with his first spinal cord injury client in 2005 and is a Project Walk Level 1 Certified Spinal Cord Injury Recovery Trainer. He earned his undergraduate Exercise Science degree from the University of Rhode Island in 2002, is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, a physical education and health teacher, and a track and field coach. Eric also maintains certifications in First Aid and CPR.

Mike Anastasiou joined Push to Walk in February 2009 and will complete his Project Walk Level 1 Certified Spinal Cord Injury Recovery Trainer certification in June 2010. He earned his Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from the California University of Pennsylvania in 2008 and holds certifications through NSCA, NASM, First Aid, CPR and AED. Mike attended a three day Locomotor Training Conference given by the NeuroRecovery Network in June 2009.

Karla Ruaya started working at Push To Walk in May 2010. She graduated with a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Northern Michigan University. Karla is certified in Pilates, Yoga, Spin, and CPR/AED. She is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer and ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist.