Since April 2010, The Body Shop Studio has had the privilege of working with a community of individuals of all different ages, fitness levels, and goals. Our expert, highly-certified personal trainers each have over 15 years of fitness experience. Whether it is your first or your hundredth session, we emphasis how to safely and properly perform each exercise and empower you to master lifting techniques.
One of many unique aspects of The Body Shop is our customized training methods. Whether your goal is weight loss, strength gains, or performance-based, we use a scientific approach to design personalized training programs and progressions to drive results.
In our holistic approach to training, we address flexibility and mobility limitations, which may become prevalent overtime due to lifestyle factors, like sitting all day. We value the mental and aesthetic improvements one makes, as well as how these translate to improvements in activities of daily life.
The Body Shop Studio is a convenient, private studio environment, within walking distance to the Berkeley Heights train station. There is plenty of parking and showers are available. Because we work by appointment only, we ask that you call or inquire on our website for an appointment so we can be ready for you!
We are centrally located in Berkeley Heights New Jersey!
7 Minutes from 78 East
7 Minutes from 78 West
17 Minutes to 287
19 Minutes to Morristown
Walking distance to the Berkeley Heights Train Station, New Jersey Transit Gladstone Line
Mike Occhipinti, Owner
NSCA CsCS, NASM CPT PES
"Eight years ago, I found myself at a fork in the road - I could continue to work in a field I had no passion for that paid well but gave me no sense of personal satisfaction, or take the scary, but courageous, step and change careers to create a future for myself. I wanted to feel good about what I was doing and legitimately help people live better lives. I took the leap of faith, and accepted my first job as a personal trainer, at a large commercial gym, leaving the automotive business in my past. Once I began seeing people achieve success and reshape their lifestyle in and out of the gym, I knew I was doing what I was set out to do." Read more!
Kaitlyn Paliotti
Katie joined Team Body Shop Studio in 2017, bringing with her 10+ years of personal training and gym management experience. She learned at a young age that proper nutrition and strength training could improve sports performance, self-confidence and overall quality of life. Katie believes that when the right mindset meets proper programming and coaching, everyone can reach their fitness goals regardless of their stage of life.
Katie obtained a Bachelors degree in Health and Exercise Science from The College of New Jersey, where she played women’s collegiate basketball. After college she went on to compete in both bodybuilding and powerlifting. She later gained a Masters degree in Nutrition Communications from Tufts University.
Certifications include:
BS in Health and Exercise Science, The College of New Jersey
MS in Nutrition Communication, Tufts University
Didatic Program in Dietetics (DPD), Simmons College
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer
Kettlebell Concepts Level 1 Trainer
Functional Movement Screening Certified (FMS)
NASM Neuromuscular Stretching Certification
Fit for Birth Prenatal & Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist
"Mike is an exceptional trainer. Not only is he able to push you in the gym, but he helps you gain the motivation to continue what he teaches you in your day to day life. I first went to Mike in June 2014, and am so happy that I did, a little upset I didn't start sooner! Mike does not focus on the newest fads, or whats trending online - he focuses on core strength and conditioning. You can tell he is completely dedicated to what he does, and loves every minute of it. I leave The Body Shop always impressed with how far he has pushed me and how much progress I am making under his guidance."
Jordan TIELMANN, Gillette NJ