EDWIN “SKIP” BUNTON, MS. ATC.

Edwin “Skip” Bunton, MS. ATC. is the President and Founder of Body Specs, Inc. Skip has over 27 years of experience in orthopedic rehabilitation of sport-related injuries, physical development, and sports performance. As one of the best known fitness instructors in Ann Arbor, he listens carefully to his clients and biomechanically analyzes the causes of their dysfunction and pain, as well as the ways in which they compensate for them. Using that information and his knowledge of anatomy and physiology, Skip improves athletic performance and rehabilitation of chronic orthopedic ailments that hamper functional progression, especially in sports. Skip is an education provider for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, National Strength Conditioning Association, American Council on Exercise, and USAT. He’s also been voted one of the Top 100 Trainers in America by Men’s Journal for two consecutive years. Voted ‘Best in Ann Arbor’ for personal training 3x. He’s an award-winning author whose works have been published in the Journal of Athletic Training, Mosby’s Yearbook in Sports Medicine, the National Institute of Sports Medicine (United Kingdom) and Athletic Therapy: Health Care Perspectives

HIGHLIGHTS

• President & Founder of BodySpecs Inc.
• 27+ Years Experience
• 2x Men’s Journal “Top 100 Trainer”
• Award Winning Author

JOE HAYNES

Joe Haynes is a recent graduate of the University of Akron, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology with academic honors. While in Ohio, Joe had an internship at Springside Fitness Center working as Fitness Manager where he learned what it takes to be a personal trainer. During his time in Akron, Joe was also captain of the University’s Roller Hockey team and competed in 3 National Championships in 3 years. After returning to Michigan, Joe earned his American College of Sports Medicine Certification for personal training and joined the Body Specs team. Joe is proud to be back in his home state, where he grew up competing in a variety of sports. His passion for athletics captivated his interest in fitness and rehabilitation techniques that continues to grow as he works with clients at Body Specs daily.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from University of Akron
• American College of Sports Medicine Certified

KATE JOHNSON

Kate Johnson graduated with honors from the University of Michigan in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Russian Language and History. While in school, Kate became an accomplished boxer and helped build the women’s boxing program at Michigan to one of the top in the country. She was first female from the University of Michigan to win a National College title in both her junior and senior years. After graduating, Kate was accepted into a rotational management program for Domino’s Pizza, where she went on to manage a region of stores in Chesapeake, Virginia. Kate returned to Michigan in the winter of 2016 to pursue a career in fitness. She is an NSCA certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, and is currently completing her Master’s degree in Sports Management at the University of Michigan.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from University of Akron
• American College of Sports Medicine Certified

KENNEDY LEVY

Kennedy completed her internship at BSI during the summer of 2015. She immediately fell in love with the training style and atmosphere. Upon completing my internship, Kennedy was hired on as a personal trainer. Kennedy‘s love of fitness has been constant throughout her life and intensified in college where she competed on the MSU Triathlon team. Kennedy tries to bring the focus and drive that she learned from competing to her training style everyday. Kennedy loves to push people to their limits and help them reach their goals.

HIGHLIGHTS

• B.S. Kinesiology from Michigan State University
• MSU Triathlon Team Member

MARK PHILLIPS

Mark has been a part of the BodySpecs team for seven years, with the last two focused on training and rugby. Mark is a recent graduate of Adriane College where he was certified in functional manual reaction (FMR) and became a Fellow of Applied Functional Science (FAFS). Prior to that, Mark was certified in Applied Functional Science (CAFS). Prior to joining BodySpecs, Mark was a client of Skips, who had trained him during his time as a semi -pro football player, as well as for the NFL’s regional combine.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Certified in Functional Manual Reaction
• Adriane College Graduate
• Fellow of Applied Functional Science
• Former Semi-Pro Football Player