What is BodyBasics?
BodyBasics is a private, professional, and friendly health and fitness studio located in Northwest Tucson. Since April 2000, we have improved the lives of thousands of individuals just like you.
Our mission is to empower our clients to realize their innate abilities by providing an environment that nurtures, educates, and inspires them.
We promise:
- To treat you as a unique individual, scaling all exercise programs to a level that is safe, appropriate and affordable.
- To make your time with us effective, efficient, and enjoyable.
- To act professionally by providing the best in customer service from the start of your first session.
At BodyBasics, there is no minimum purchase or long term contract required. You can choose one or a combination of our services.
Our Approach Is Unique
At BodyBasics, we focus on movement, instead of individual muscles. The result is a balanced body that is more prepared to withstand the stresses of daily life that are the root of most aches and pains—sitting at a computer, doing various tasks around the house and/or office, poor body mechanics, and inactivity. Results of this holistic focus will be an individual who looks great, feels great, and moves great!
How We Work
We begin with an overall assessment that provides us with valuable information about your current state. This data includes measures such as your present ratio of lean mass to fat mass, your VO2 max, various flexibility and mobility scores, and a well-rounded snapshot of your body’s levels of strength. We then analyze the results to determine the most appropriate place to start your fitness program.
The BodyBasics team consists of degreed and certified male and female Fitness Coaches. Based on your specific goals and the results of your initial assessment, we will design a program to help you achieve your health and fitness goals, including fitness training, nutrition coaching and rehabilitation, if needed.
Meet the Staff
Christopher (Chris) Litten
B.S. Business Marketing
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
BodyBasics founder and Fitness Coach, Chris Litten, has a B.S. in Business Marketing from the University of Phoenix and is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as both a personal trainer and as a strength and conditioning specialist. Chris is one of seven registered Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists and one of five registered Certified Personal Trainers in Tucson. He has been working as a professional fitness coach since 1995 and has been a part of healthy change to countless people. Chris takes an intellectual approach to fitness and combines traditional and non-traditional exercise designed to produce results.
When he’s not educating and inspiring others toward positive change, Chris enjoys spending time at home with his wife, Kristine, and two beautiful children who inspire him every day to be a better person.
Kathleen Kordich, BA
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
AFAA & ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Yoga Instructor RYT 500
Kathleen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin. She is certified as a Health/Fitness Instructor by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and is certified as a personal trainer by the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Kathleen is one of seven registered Health Fitness Instructors in Tucson. In addition, Kathleen is a former Ms. Mid-America bodybuilding champion and is an “Initiate” in the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition. She is a multi-certified Yoga instructor with an RYT-500 designation, one of a handful of Yoga instructors in Tucson with this level of training. Kathleen is an adjunct faculty member at Pima Community College, West Campus, where she teaches Yoga.
When not helping others in their quest for fitness, Kathleen enjoys continuing her education, yoga retreats, and relaxing and exercising with her husband, John, who is also a fitness professional.
C. Michael Hass, BS
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Mike holds a B.S. in Business Administration from The University of Arizona and is a graduate of the Pima Community College Fitness Professional Certificate Program. He is a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Personal Trainer and is one of five registered Certified Personal Trainers in Tucson. Mike’s special interest is motivating clients to achieve their goals in the areas of weight loss, improved body composition and endurance sports training.
In his free time, Mike enjoys hiking, biking, and fitness, and is training for the Sahuarita Lake Triathlon and El Tour de Tucson. He is inspired and motivated by his wife, Kim, and their children, Taylor and Meghan.
Katrina J. Daniels, BSW
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Katrina attained her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Arizona State University. She completed the Pima Community College Fitness Professional Certificate Program and is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Katrina has a special interest in using her skills and personal weight loss experience to motivate clients in their own fitness and weight loss goals.
In her free time, Katrina enjoys spending time with her two sons, Nicholas and Ryan, hiking, throwing a football, and movie night at home with her family. She is excited about the next stage of her weight loss/fitness regimen and hopes this will inspire others to attain their goals.
Read Katrina’s Story.
Mike Donelan
ISSA & ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Exercise Physiologist
Mike has over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry as a trainer and rehabilitation specialist. He holds a degree in Exercise Physiology from the American College of Sports Medicine and is certified as a Personal Trainer by the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). He also is certified in Golf Strength Training and is a USGTF golf teaching pro.
Mike has a special interest in posture alignment, joint rehabilitation and adaptive strength training for special populations. He believes that with proper training, everyone can improve their quality of life.
Mike is a Midwest native. He and his wife, Karen, have made Tucson their home since 2005.
Cécile Brown, MS
Personal Trainer
Cécile first joined BodyBasics as a fitness coach in 2004. She left in 2007 to pursue her dream of becoming a firefighter. Cécile is now a full-time firefighter with the Golder Ranch Fire District. We are pleased to welcome her back to BodyBasics on days when she isn’t fighting fires and saving lives.
Cécile was born and raised in France. She is a graduate of the University of Paris X, where she earned a master’s in Sports Sciences and Techniques. Prior to joining BodyBasics, Cécile worked as a rehabilitation technician in a physical therapy office, an experience which gives her insight into dealing with clients with injuries. She has a special interest in nutrition and teaching clients how to make healthy food choices.
In her free time, Cécile enjoys spending time with her husband, Chris, photography and cooking. She is a triathlon enthusiast and enjoys swimming, biking and running.
Jennifer Kerbs
B.S. Health and Fitness
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
Editor-in Chief, The Pulse
Jenny joined BodyBasics as a Fitness Coach when Chris opened the studio. She was an integral part of the BodyBasics team until May 2008 when her husband, Air Force Captain Jason Kerbs, received a new assignment in Waco, Texas.
Although Jenny is no longer in Tucson, she continues to be part of the BodyBasics team by serving as editor-in-chief of The Pulse, our bi-monthly e-newsletter. This keeps Jenny up-to-date with what’s happening in the studio and keeps her in touch with her former clients. We miss you, Jenny, and look forward to every issue!
Studio Location
BodyBasics is located in Northwest Tucson at 7355 North Oracle Road, Suite 111, just north of the intersection of Oracle and Ina Roads. We’re in the southeast corner of the Family Life Communications Building. Convenient parking is located in front of our studio.
For driving directions give us a call.
Hours of Operation
- Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 6 am – 7 pm
- Tuesday & Thursday: 7 am – 5 pm
- Saturday: 7 am – 1 pm
- Sunday: Off with family