MEET OUR Instructors

Our instructors are both high-energy and highly trained, and are committed to empowering every single client to LevelUp. While each one brings their own unique strengths to the studio, we all share a mission to deliver a challenging and rewarding workout for real results.

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Anna Van Delden

Founder, Curriculum Design & Instructor

Where are you from?
San Antonio, Texas.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
I could never choose just one. But I hold a special place in my heart for scrambled eggs.
What is your go-to workout song?
No specific song - any early 2000’s club remix.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Motivational with a side of sass and a splash of sarcasm.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
Watching clients grow in confidence, strength, and form genuine connections with each other has been truly heartwarming over the years.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Silly.
Guilty pleasure?
Truffle pasta with a dirty martini- three olives, from Da Marco.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Cryo chamber, red light therapy bed, L Glutamine and LMNT.

Favorite wellness hack?

NAD + IV Therapy.

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Megan Cushing

Chief Operations Officer

Where are you from?
Draper, Utah.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Generous, organized, silly.
How long have you been in Houston?
13 years.
Favorite hobbies?
Working out, reading, anything with my family.
How did you get into fitness?
I have always loved anything fitness related. I grew up playing soccer and won a national championship at USC. Fight on!!
Zodiac sign?
Cancer.
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
St. Barths for sure!
What motivates you?
I love to work and I don’t know a life without setting goals and trying to achieve them!
What is a fun fact about you?
I love cargo pants.
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
What is your go-to workout song?
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
100% the community and the friendships I have at LHTX.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Guilty pleasure?
Favorite way to recover from a workout?
Favorite wellness hack?
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Kimberly Parsley

Instructor

Where are you from?
Houston, TX.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
It’s tough to choose between core and glutes, so I’m going to say spider lunge and twisted crunch!
What is your go-to workout song?
I’m old school -gimme some 90s/early 2000s hip hop any day.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
I think I’m detailed but encouraging with a hint of spicy ;)
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
I love the encouragement of not only the instructors, but the people next to you when you’re in tough moves in class. Everyone in this community works hard to motivate each other.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
I think it depends on which friends you ask, but I’m loyal and a good listener.
Guilty pleasure?
Brookside chocolates, wine, and cheese.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

LMNT, an epsom salt bath, and PT with Dr. Mahdavi at Paramount PT.

Favorite wellness hack?

Echinacea when I’m starting to feel sick and good veggie juices/smoothies from JuiceLand.

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Toni Howell

Instructor

Where are you from?
Pettus, Texas (teeeeny tiny little SOTX town).
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Hands down toss up - kneeling inner thighs/spider lunge.
What is your go-to workout song?
Living Dead Girl - Rob Zombie (the subliminal seduction remix)
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Motivating you to get real comfortable with discomfort. Pain and discomfort are two completely different things. I never ever want you in pain, but I absolutely expect you to get uncomfortable. The growth is in the discomfort. I want you happily uncomfortable.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
Watching the growth happen before my eyes….vibing off of the group…I love getting low with you, I love watching you take yourself to the edge, and then push yourself over. I love that it never gets “easy” or stagnant. There is always a way to level up.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Loyal, quiet, wary.
Guilty pleasure?
Murder murder and more murder shows, diet Dr Pepper and chocolate chip cookies (preferably all together).
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Honestly, I’m still trying to figure this one out for myself. I neglected recovery for so long and it cost me, physically. I’m learning that rest days are ok and I’m starting to try other things as well, talk with me about this again in a few months.

Favorite wellness hack?

Lift. Heavy. Weights.

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Angela Daniels

Instructor

Where are you from?
Small town Kentucky.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Sprinters Lunge.
What is your go-to workout song?
Levels by Avicii.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Motivated, engaged, form-focused, & bound to drop the word “vagina” or “tits” at least once.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
LHTX takes time under tension to a whole new level for max lean muscle growth. Plus we honestly have the best welcoming and supportive community. I’ve made so many new friends.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Loyal.
Guilty pleasure?
Expensive red wine paired with high quality chocolate and something sci-fi or dark on the tv.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Massage with Noé (@breakthrough_healing_bodyworks).

Favorite wellness hack?

Supplement your regular diet and activity with vitamins, minerals, and herbs (@shoporganicolivia is my fave).

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Isaias Rodriguez III

Instructor

Where are you from?
Houston, TX.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Carriage Lunge - facing the mirrors.
What is your go-to workout song?
‘Till I Collapse - Eminem.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
A mix of intense & motivating!
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
Working smaller muscles that are not usually targeted in a traditional workout.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Determined.
Guilty pleasure?
Donuts + Cookies 🍩 🍪
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Foam rolling.

Favorite wellness hack?

Adding collagen/protein powder to coffee.

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Berit Benson

Instructor

Where are you from?
Overland Park, KS.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Chest opener/newspaper - love the upper body work.
What is your go-to workout song?
P!nk. She’s underrated and I love her.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Frenetic sass 🤭
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
The ability to witness and experience growth. Being able to see and feel myself progressing through the moves as well as witnessing a move click for someone else is the best.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Enchanting 💁🏻‍♀️
Guilty pleasure?
None. I boldly claim each and every pleasure I come across.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Margarita. Maybe that’s my guilty pleasure… 😂

Favorite wellness hack?

Therapy. It’s always therapy.

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Angela Halasyamani

Instructor

Where are you from?
Born on Guam. Raised West Coast + Mountain States.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Carriage Lunge into a Moonwalker. HEAVY.
What is your go-to workout song?
Anything EDM or angry. The louder the better.
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Intense. Which is my vibe in general. You’ll also get an anatomy run-down. I’m passionate about functional movement + mobility patterns in the body.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
Doing hard things in community. Classes are consistently challenging and we are continually evolving together.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Energetic.
Guilty pleasure?
Red wine.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

Cold plunge + sauna.

Favorite wellness hack?

Meditation. Breath work. Salt water is the best pre-workout (LMNT). And Moon Juice Magnesi-Om before bed.

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Sara Stein

Instructor

Where are you from?
Los Angeles, CA.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
That's a tough question. I would say my favorite move on the Powerformer is Carriage Lunge (when we face the mirrors) or Kneeling Inner Thighs!
What is your go-to workout song?
Music is my thing! Anything EDM with a beat!
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
My vibe as an instructor is positive and motivating.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
My favorite aspect of LHTX classes is our sense of community - we have the best clients! In addition, our classes are energetic and motivating. Classes are designed to be a total body workout and always keep your body feeling challenged!
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
I would say my circle of friends would describe me as dependable with a dose of ADHD on the side.
Guilty pleasure?
My guilty pleasure is a cheese burger and fries from Graffiti Raw.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

I love yoga to recover. I use L-Glutamine, and occasionally sneak in a 30 minute siesta.

Favorite wellness hack?

My favorite wellness hacks are to get outdoors and get fresh air when possible! I also like to take a short walk after I indulge in big meal.

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Madison Combs

Instructor

Where are you from?
Louisville, KY!
Describe yourself in 3 words?
How long have you been in Houston?
Favorite hobbies?
How did you get into fitness?
Zodiac sign?
What is your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What motivates you?
What is a fun fact about you?
What is your favorite move on The PowerFormer?
Any heavy core in giant reverse!
What is your go-to workout song?
Love a good big booty mix :)
What is your vibe as an LHTX instructor?
Fun & Motivating.
What is your favorite aspect of LHTX classes?
I love the mind-body connection and that it’s consistently challenging.
If your friends had to describe you in one word, what would they say?
Trustworthy!
Guilty pleasure?
Bravo!! Any real housewives franchise.
Favorite way to recover from a workout?

A massage! I’d also like to try cold plunging this year.

Favorite wellness hack?

I starting taking Armra colostrum this year and have seen a huge difference in the strength of my immune system, as well as better skin, nails, hair growth.

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