Clare Michalak | NBC-HWC Strength and Health Coach
Clare is a board certified NBHWC Health Coach with additional certifications from NASM, USAW, and Precision Nutrition, including the PN2 master health coach certification.
Clare reignited her passion for fitness and nutrition when she found powerlifting and strength training after years in the corporate marketing world. After nearly 5 years in the industry, she has worked with clients of various ages, abilities, and experiences. She loves being an ambassador to the weight room and educating her athletes and clients on healthy habits for life. She recently has become an ambassador for the Arthritis Foundation, as an athlete with Rhematoid Arthritis, and continues to educate and explore what it means to train with an autoimmune disease.
That marketing degree comes in handy in some of the other aspects of RTL including helping with events, marketing, apparel, and general gym management. You’ll see her perched on one of the racks in the gym at any given moment, say hi!
Greg Kohler | Coach
Greg is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over a decade of coaching experience, working with a wide range of clients. From competitive athletes to everyday individuals looking to improve their strength, confidence, and overall quality of life. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Mitchell College, where he developed a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and evidence-based training principles.
Greg’s training philosophy is grounded in individualization, sustainability, and empowerment. He believes that good coaching starts with listening. Understanding where someone’s coming from, what they value, and how training can support their lifestyle. Whether he’s working with someone new to the gym, someone returning after injury, or an experienced lifter chasing a new PR, Greg’s focus is always on building trust, simplifying the process, and helping people make consistent progress they can feel proud of.
As a competitive powerlifter himself, Greg has been competing since 2017 and has totaled 1630 lbs in the 198 and 220 lb weight classes, approaching elite-level standards in the sport. His own commitment to training and continued growth informs how he shows up for his clients: with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a deep respect for the process.
At Resilient Training Lab, Greg brings all of that experience into a team environment where community, accountability, and evidence-based practice come together. He believes that everyone deserves to feel strong and capable, and he’s committed to helping clients get there. Without judgment, without fluff, and with the support they need to thrive.
Paul Milano | Owner
Founder of Resilient Training Lab is coach Paul Milano. Paul has over fifteen years of coaching experience across a wide range of client and client goals. Paul graduated from UCONN with a Bachelor of Science from the Department of Kinesiology. He had a concentration in Strength and Conditioning, with a minor in Nutrition for Exercise and Sport.
His professional experience is unique in being on the clinical, athlete, research, and trainer side of strength training. Previous to founding Resilience Training Lab, he was the head coach at FMA Performance, leading all of the personal programming for clients ranging in goals from injury recovery, those just learning to lift, endurance and obstacle course athletes, and competitive powerlifters. Previous to FMA, Paul was the Head Rehab Aide at Gaylord Physical Therapy, the head strength and conditioning coach at St Paul Catholic High School, doing all the programming for in-season and off-season training of all sports teams. Paul also spent several years in the UCONN Human Performance Lab, collecting data and participating in many performance studies.
As powerlifter and strongman competitor himself, Paul has been competing in powerlifting events since 2009 and is currently an elite level powerlifter, competing in the 220/242lbs weight class, with a combined total of 1800lbs. He has also been competing in many local and one National level strongman competitions.
Paul knows what you are capable of and pushes you towards it even when you don’t think you can. He gives critique without judgment, puts a positive spin on everything to help find a way to learn from every situation. Inspires change without being too pushy. Paul is passionate about health and wellness and always learning, but he also is motivated to empower people to understand their bodies and push themselves to be better in tune with their abilities.
Eric Lagoy | Director of Programming
Coach Eric has over fifteen years of coaching experience, having worked with a diverse group of clients across multiple settings. Eric graduated from UConn with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the Department of Kinesiology. During his undergraduate studies, he completed an internship at the renown Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, MA. Upon completion of his degree, Eric continued his studies at UConn, receiving his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2012. Several years later, he received the distinction of being a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist within the physical therapy profession.
Eric is one of few physical therapists with a strong background in strength and conditioning and coaching. He is currently the only member of Clinical Athlete in Connecticut, an organization that focuses on connecting healthcare providers that ‘walk the walk’ with active, motivated, individuals in need of medical services.
Eric also holds an adjunct faculty position for the Department of Physical Therapy at Quinnipiac University, where he teaches Exercise Physiology and Prescription for the Physical Therapist. Eric currently practices out of Gaylord Physical Therapy Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Cheshire, CT.
Eric has competed in multiple powerlifting meets in the 198lb weight class and has worked extensively with barbell sport athletes of all competitive levels. However, Eric has coached individuals of all ages and backgrounds. He enjoys working with clients, as he values the coach-client relationship first and foremost for helping individuals reach their health and fitness goals. He believes educating the public on the scientific principles around health and fitness will not only create resilient individuals but strong and positive communities
Morgan Wilderman | Coach
Morgan is a passionate NASM and PN1 Certified Personal Trainer dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals while fostering a positive and empowering environment. With a political science and public policy background, Morgan’s journey to fitness coaching began while living in Washington, D.C., where she discovered her love for personal training and became a certified Pink Gloves Boxing Instructor. She believes in continuous learning and strives to stay current on the latest fitness techniques to provide the best support for her clients. She is committed to helping others reach their full potential in fitness and life.
In addition to her coaching, Morgan is an avid powerlifter, having competed in six powerlifting competitions (both federations- USPA and USAPL). Outside the gym, she enjoys baking delicious treats and spending time with her energetic 3-year-old German Shepherd, Luna. Originally from Westbrook, CT, Morgan holds a B.A. in Political Science from the College of the Holy Cross and a Masters in Public Policy from George Washington University.
Lynette is a NASM-certified Strength Coach and Health Coach with additional credentials from Precision Nutrition Level 2 and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She combines her background in health coaching with a passion for powerlifting to help clients build lasting strength, confidence, and resilience. Her coaching style is grounded, empowering, and always tailored to the individual; because strength isn’t one-size-fits-all.
